Louvain-la-Neuve's 24h Vélo celebrates 50th anniversary

The iconic race kicked off on the Grand-Place with a parade of whimsical bicycles and activities for everyone.

Generic image of a lively street festival with decorated bicycles and a joyful crowd.
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Generic image of a lively street festival with decorated bicycles and a joyful crowd.

The Grand-Place of Louvain-la-Neuve buzzed this Wednesday, October 21st, with the kickoff of the 24h Vélo, celebrating its 50th anniversary.

The event started at 1 p.m., with the presence of Mayor Nicolas Van der Maren and the CEO of UCLouvain Alexia Autenne, who led the honor lap. Crowds gathered in Rue Charlemagne to admire the magnificent folkloric bicycles, including the saucer from Kot Méca and the Batmobile from Kot-à-Jeux.
Children were also welcomed in the Parc de la Source, where fun activities were organized in collaboration with the students.
The city wishes a happy celebration to all participants.
Based on information from the official source: Ville d’Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve — Actualités (21/10/2026)