For the first time, the Royal Palace in the centre of the capital will open up its gates and doors as part of the Urban Trail Brussels running event.
On Sunday 26 June, runners will be able to enter through the gates into the Palace itself, as well as its gardens. The Royal Palace will be the highlight of the Liantis Urban Trail Brussels, with the route taking participants along and through a number of the most prominent buildings and locations in the Brussels city centre.
The event has two courses: one of 7 km or one of 12 km. The route passes by the Brussels Beer Project in Rue Antoine Dansaert and Cinema Galeries. Both routes start and end in the Marché aux Poissons.
"The whole idea revolves around a special running experience, off the beaten track, in an urban environment," organisers explain in a statement. "This is highly recommended for anyone who loves culture and is not afraid of a sporting challenge."
The event also runs in other Belgian cities including Antwerp, Ghent, Mons and Namur, and opens doors to spaces and places that are not normally accessible.
Registration opens at noon on Friday with spaces limited to 4,000 to ensure people can run comfortably in indoor spaces.
