The 1st European Running Championships took place in Brussels and Leuven, Belgium, from April 12 to 13, 2025. The event included marathon, half-marathon, and 10-kilometer races for both men and women. The marathon route began in the heart of Brussels, the Belgian capital, and finished in the historic center of Leuven. Meanwhile, the half-marathon and 10 km races started in Leuven, traversing the city and its surrounding areas.