Thank you, 2026 edition
On Sunday 23 August 2026 Ulbeek filled up again. Start and finish sat between the church and Patton Drivers, with kids runs, 5 km and 10 km. Thanks to all runners, volunteers and sponsors. The terrace by the church, the podium ceremonies and the medals for the children made it another true village day.
Sunday 19 September 2027
Ulbeek Loopt takes place on Sunday 19 September 2027. Kids run at 10:00; 5 km and 10 km start together at 10:30 (mass start). Registration will open via TimeToRun. Keep an eye on this page and the HSLC channels.
What is Ulbeek Loopt?
Ulbeek Loopt is the village race of Ulbeek (Wellen) in Haspengouw: kids runs of 200 and 500 metres, then 5 km and 10 km. Start and finish sit between the church and Patton Drivers. All proceeds go to the loyal participants of the Helpshop Loop Criterium. The runner comes first — fast or here mainly for the atmosphere.
The Helpshop Loop Criterium (HSLC) has brought together races in Central and South Limburg since 2021. Ulbeek Loopt is one race of that season. Other races are on hslc.be.
Ulbeek is part of Wellen, in the rolling Haspengouw landscape of Limburg. The race stays small and warm on purpose: short lines, a clear course, and room for both fast runners and anyone who comes for the atmosphere. Residents of Ulbeek also compete for a local podium.
Course & Experience
The route takes you through the heart of Ulbeek with rolling hills and green fields. Start and finish are centrally located in the village between the church and Patton Drivers.
Coming by bike is best. By car: follow local signage in Ulbeek and keep residents' driveways clear. Start and finish are at Ulbeekstraat 28, 3832 Ulbeek (Wellen).
Program
A Sunday morning with two starts. Kids run at 10:00. The 5 km and 10 km start together at 10:30, as a mass start. Bib pick-up from 09:00.
- All children receive a well-deserved medal at the finish!
- Mass start: 5 km and 10 km start together
- ± 20% unpaved
- No on-course station
- Finish refreshments
- Mass start: 5 km and 10 km start together
- Extra loop vs the 5 km
- ± 20% unpaved
- Aid after the first lap
- Finish refreshments
Practical Information
Race Numbers
Pick up bib numbers and day registrations on site from 9:00 AM at the registration desk.
Ceremony
Ceremony per HSLC category (-35 to +65).
Ulbeek Podium
Extra podium for the fastest male and female resident of Ulbeek.
Parking
Sufficient parking is available nearby. Please keep residents' driveways clear.
Bike
Be sporty and come by bike. A secure bike parking area is provided.
Aid Stations
On-course aid only on the 10 km, after the first lap. Everyone gets finish refreshments. Extra stations if it is hot.
Course
Roads and paths through the village and fields. Rolling, with about 20% unpaved. The 10 km follows the 5 km, then adds an extra loop.
Kids Runs
All children receive a well-deserved medal at the finish!
Food & Atmosphere
Cozy summer terrace near the church for drinks and snacks.
Bag Storage
Unfortunately, no bag storage is provided. Leaving items is at your own risk.
Showers & Changing Rooms
No showers or changing rooms are available on site.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next edition?
Ulbeek Loopt 2027 takes place on Sunday 19 September 2027.
How do I register?
Pre-registration is via TimeToRun. Day registration is possible on site at the desk, while places last. 2027 registration opens later.
Which distances are there?
Kids runs of 200 m and 500 m, plus a 5 km and a 10 km. The 5 km and 10 km start together at 10:30 as a mass start, and finish in the village centre.
Is the course hard?
You run on roads and paths through rolling Haspengouw. Expect hills, not a flat city loop, and about 20% unpaved. The 10 km adds an extra loop compared with the 5 km.
What about children and families?
The kids run starts at 10:00. Every child gets a medal at the finish. Afterwards there is a terrace by the church, with drinks.
Where are results and photos?
PDF results for 5 km and 10 km are under Results. Podium photos from 2026 are in the photo slider.
Are there aid stations?
On the course only on the 10 km, after the first lap. The 5 km has no intermediate station. Everyone gets refreshments at the finish. Extra aid if it is hot.
Photos
Podium photos from 23 August 2026, plus atmosphere shots from earlier editions. Browse the slider or click a photo for a larger view.
Sponsors
This day does not happen without them. Want to sponsor 2027? Send us a message via the contact form.
Results Archive
Download the official 5 km and 10 km results.
Contact Us
Questions about registration, sponsoring or the 2027 edition? Send a message. We read everything and reply as soon as we can.
Location
📍 Patton Drivers / De Kerk
Ulbeekstraat 28, 3832 Ulbeek
Coming by bike is best. By car: follow local signage in Ulbeek and keep residents' driveways clear. Start and finish are at Ulbeekstraat 28, 3832 Ulbeek (Wellen).
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