Trail
Ultra
50 km
Start: 07:00 AM
Semi-Marathon de l'Ourse
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Road runs in Belgium, Saint-Ghislain
Distances
Running
Marathon
42.2 km
Start: 09:00 AM
Running
Relay
42.2 km
Start: 09:00 AM
Running
Half Marathon
21.1 km
Start: 09:00 AM
Running
10K
10 km
Start: 09:00 AM
Running
5K
5 km
Start: 09:00 AM
Running
3K
3 km
Start: 09:00 AM
Running
Kids Run
1 km
Start: 09:00 AM
About
A friendly mass-participation event in the Ourse valley combining sport and solidarity, with all proceeds supporting medical research via the Télévie foundation.
Pacers
Pacemakers are set for specific start waves in the Renntag für Laufende (race-day) document: 1 Wave — target time 00:35:00; 2 Wave — target time 00:45:00; 3 Wave — target time 00:50:00; 4 Wave — target time 01:00:00. Pacer flag icons mark these target waves on course.
Results
View official resultsSurface mix
- 100% asphalt
Typical weather in Saint-Ghislain
Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).
Jan6°2°
↑ 08:40
↓ 17:08
Feb8°2°
↑ 07:59
↓ 18:01
Mar11°3°
↑ 06:59
↓ 18:50
Apr15°6°
↑ 06:51
↓ 20:39
May18°9°
↑ 05:58
↓ 21:26
Jun21°13°
↑ 05:33
↓ 21:59
Jul23°14°
↑ 05:51
↓ 21:51
Aug23°14°
↑ 06:34
↓ 21:06
Sep20°12°
↑ 07:21
↓ 20:00
Oct16°9°
↑ 08:08
↓ 18:54
Nov10°5°
↑ 08:00
↓ 17:00
Dec7°3°
↑ 08:40
↓ 16:42
Sign up now
Register on the official organiser website.
Sign up nowWhat's included in entry
- Registration
- Race Regulations
- Code of Conduct
- Health Protocols
- Results 2025
FAQ
What distances are available at the Semi-Marathon de l'Ourse?
The event offers the following distances: Marathon (42.195 km), Half Marathon (21.0975 km), 10K (10 km), 5K (5 km), Kids Run (2 km), Ultra (68 km), 3K (3 km), and Relay (42.195 km).
How are registration fees structured?
Registration fees are set per distance. Marathon is 205 €, Half Marathon 175 €, 10K 150 €, 5K 120 €, Kids Run 80 €, Ultra 220 €, 3K 60 €, and Relay 180 €.
What's included in the entry fee?
Entry fees include the race packet (bib, chip, medal), post-race celebration, and access to catering at the finish area. Entry is from 07:00–08:45; the race starts at 09:00.
Where can I find the route details and map?
Route details and printable maps are available on the Strecke page, with GPX downloads offered for Marathon and Half Marathon.
Are results available online?
Yes, results are published on the Results page and can also be found in the document linked at https://www.semidelourse.be/_files/ugd/d453b6_562ef3b18eb9448e8ae8497c93b68009.pdf.
Last updated: Jun 5, 2026, 07:52:05 PM
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