Ten minutes by car separate Le Domaine des Trois Tilleuls, 40 minutes from Brussels, from the start of the Trail des Cisterciens in Tangissart. The 12th edition of this Walloon Brabant trail race is run on Sunday 18 April 2027, over about 20, 35 and 65 km, with Nordic walking on the shortest route; registration opens in December 2026. Here you will find the organiser’s information, the 2026 benchmarks and a place to stay for up to 16 people, children included.
Trail des Cisterciens 2027: date, start and registration
The Trail des Cisterciens 2027 takes place on Sunday 18 April 2027, starting from the salle Notre-Dame in Tangissart (Court-Saint-Étienne).
At a glance: Trail des Cisterciens 2027
- Date: Sunday 18 April 2027, 12th edition
- Start: salle Notre-Dame, rue Notre-Dame 8, 1490 Tangissart (Court-Saint-Étienne)
- Announced distances: about 20 km (trail and Nordic walking), 35 km and 65 km
- Registration: opens in December 2026, by pre-registration on betrail.run
- Organiser: the Trail des Cisterciens, traildescisterciens.be
Sources: Trail des Cisterciens website and organiser’s announcement of 19.09.2026 on Facebook, consulted on 01.11.2026.
Once all places are taken, a waiting list opens and payment is made on selection, under the race rules. Entry fees are on the Trail des Cisterciens website.
The routes: 20, 35 and 65 km, plus Nordic walking
For 2027, the Trail des Cisterciens organiser announces about 20, 35 and 65 km, plus Nordic walking; the 2026 edition provides the benchmarks.
| Route announced for 2027 | In 2026: distance and elevation gain | Start in 2026 | Refreshment points in 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trail of about 20 km | 21 km, about 500 m D+ | 10 AM and 10.15 AM, in two waves | 1 |
| Nordic walking, about 20 km | 21 km, about 500 m D+ | 10.30 AM | 1 |
| Trail of about 35 km | About 38 km, about 800 m D+ | 9 AM | 2 |
| Trail of about 65 km | About 65 km, about 1,200 m D+, tracked by GPS beacon | 8 AM | 3 |
According to the organiser:
- the course is marked with red arrows bearing a monk and yellow and white tape about every 300 m; GPX tracks and roadbooks are on its website;
- in 2026, dogs ran in the second wave of the 21 km;
- runners must cross the finish line before 7 PM to be ranked;
- roads stay open to traffic, and some sections on private land are reserved for registered runners.
Race day: access, bibs and after the race
On the day of the Trail des Cisterciens, park along the N275, the Nouvelle Route de Villers, ideally car-sharing, and collect your bib in the start hall. Bring your own cup, as the organiser asks.
At the finish, the 2026 edition offered hot showers, a bar, a barbecue, desserts, wine from the Vignoble de Bousval and a bouncy castle for children (organiser’s “Info” page, consulted on 01.11.2026).
Where to stay with your group, 10 minutes from the start
10 minutes by car from the start of the Trail des Cisterciens, up to 16 people, children included, have exclusive use of the 4 Cosy Cabins and the Foyer at Le Domaine des Trois Tilleuls in Villers-la-Ville: everyone sleeps in a Cosy Cabin, for 1 to 4 people, and the group gathers in the Foyer, around 4 tables for 4.
Your trail weekend, in four stages:
- Friday: arrival from 4 PM, self check-in; beds are made.
- Saturday: an easy run from the Domaine, dinner in the Foyer, then quiet hours from 10 PM to 7 AM before the race.
- Sunday morning: a 10-minute drive; for an 8 AM or 9 AM start, have breakfast in your cabin, which has its own equipped kitchen.
- Sunday after the race: shower, Finnish sauna at 85 °C, open 24/7, and check-out until 5 PM. On the 65 km, where the finish stayed open until 7 PM in 2026, plan to vacate the cabins in the morning and head home straight after the race.
Catering is booked at least 72 hours in advance, with group packages from 10 people; breakfast, delivered before 8.30 AM, suits those who come along to cheer. Exclusive use starts at €996 a night at weekends, VAT included, for at least 2 nights, Friday and Saturday. When you book direct, cancellation is free up to 7 days before arrival: you can book before you have your bib. See also how a group weekend at the Domaine unfolds.
“The bedding is exceptionally comfortable, ideal for resting after a day of walking.”
Denis, on Google, weekend with friends (translated)
Before or after the race: the trails around the Domaine
70 km of trails start from the Domaine, with routes in the folder in the Foyer and on AllTrails. Five walks range from 1.54 km (25 minutes) to 6.86 km (2 hours); the longest leads on foot to Villers Abbey. By car, the ruins of Villers Abbey are 5 minutes from the Domaine. Ideal for loosening up on Saturday, or keeping supporters busy during the race.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Trail des Cisterciens start from Villers Abbey?
The Trail des Cisterciens starts in Tangissart, from the salle Notre-Dame. It is a separate race from the Trail de l’Abbaye, in October, starting from the abbey of Villers (Villers Abbey events calendar, in French: edition of 3 October 2026). From the Domaine, the abbey is 5 minutes by car, Tangissart 10 minutes.
Can you arrive at the Domaine on the Sunday morning of the race?
At the Domaine, arrivals are from Monday to Saturday, and a weekend stay is at least 2 nights. Arrive on Friday from 4 PM, run on Sunday, then leave by 5 PM.
On 18 April 2027, the Trail des Cisterciens starts in Tangissart, 10 minutes from the Domaine. To share this weekend with up to 16 people, each in their own cabin and all together in the Foyer:
You can also see available dates around 18 April 2027, or write to us with any question about the trail weekend.
Tanguy, founder and host, Le Domaine des Trois Tilleuls
