Run for it: The 20km of Brussels in numbers

Brussels’ favourite running event celebrates its 40th edition this weekend. Runners in the Brussels 20km will set off from Cinquantenaire park at 10.00 on Sunday, passing the Royal Park, Avenue Louise, the Bois de la Cambre and Boulevard du Souverain before heading up Avenue de Tervuren to the finish line back at Cinquantenaire.

40,000
runners

2,000
wheelchair athletes

32%
women

68%
men

€25
entry fee

133
nationalities

4,659
runners for first edition in 1980

90
oldest runner

6
water stations

4 hours
time limit

59.05
fastest time

49
people have run every year

60%
run for charity

The Bulletin has a stand in Cinquantenaire park, near the fountain (on the Autoworld side). Pop by, say hello and pick up a free gift.

We'll also be broadcasting our Sunday midday radio show on Bruzz (98.8FM) from the park.