Jette Motor Blessing Draws 300 Riders

Why this is here: Police officers from local, federal, and military branches participated in the blessing alongside other motorcyclists and emergency service personnel.

Pastor Dirk Vannetelbosch blessed roughly 300 motorcyclists at Kardinaal Mercierplein in Jette, Belgium, on Thursday morning. This marks the 22nd year of the tradition, held annually for Ascension Day. Riders traveled from across the country to participate in the blessing.

Several police brigades—local, federal, and military police—attended alongside emergency service personnel. Vannetelbosch noted heavy rainfall, joking he was wetter than the riders themselves.

Attendees also paused to remember traffic accident victims and collected funds for injured officers. The article does not specify how much money was raised or to which organization it will go. The annual event continues to build community among motorcycle enthusiasts.