November 12 - 15, 2026 · Only 25 team spots - first edition
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Crossing Belgium
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November 12 - 15, 2026 · First edition

From the North Sea
to the Ardennes.
In 4 days.

Crossing Belgium is a 4-day expedition raid from the Belgian coast to the Ardennes (Dinant), where teams of 3 athletes with a team coach tackle various disciplines and adventurous trials - featuring workshops that teach you real expedition skills.

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4
days of adventure
240
km across Belgium
7
disciplines
3+1
athletes + coach
  • When
    12 - 15 Nov 2026
  • Route
    Coast → Ardennes
  • Team
    3 athletes + 1 coach
  • Spots
    25 teams · first edition
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Run by Climbing Managers · IFMGA-certified guides

The story

One country. A whole new world when you cross it under your own power.

Everyone knows Belgium from a car - highway, ring road, parking lot. We believe this country hides one of the most beautiful adventure routes in the world, if you're willing to cover it on your own legs.

Crossing Belgium isn't a race. It's an expedition. For four days you and your team of three athletes plus your coach travel from the coast to Dinant. On foot, by bike, on skates, climbing, crawling. With workshops along the way where you learn real expedition skills: navigation, survival, working under pressure.

At the end you don't just cross a finish line. You leave with a story you'll carry forever.

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The route

Four days, four worlds.

Every day a new landscape, a new discipline, a new edge to push.

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Disciplines

Multisport in its purest form.

No two days alike. No athlete strong at everything - that's the whole point.

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How it works

Simple. One condition: do it together.

Three athletes + one team coach (3 + 1). Friends, colleagues, club mates. Anyone with a 'yes we can' mindset is welcome.

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The event at a glance

Everything you need to know about Crossing Belgium 2026.

Four days, one line from the North Sea to the Ardennes. The facts below - dates, programme, requirements, gear.

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The organisation

You're in the hands of people who've been doing this for 30 years.

Crossing Belgium is built by Climbing Managers - a team that has been organising expeditions and outdoor events for decades across deserts, mountain ranges, ice fields and at home. You don't have to worry about route, gear, safety or logistics. That's what Climbing Managers is for. You come to train, learn and dig deep.

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Contact & questions

Contact & frequently asked

From fitness and gear to food, sleep and weather: read the answers to the most asked questions.

  • +Do I need to be an elite athlete?
  • +How is a team made up?
  • +Do teams have to provide their own coach?
  • +How many kilometres do we cover per day?
  • +Is technical gear provided?
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Who it's for

This is your raid if…

Built for recreational athletes hungry to push their limits.

Not necessarily elites. People who don't quit.

✓ Yes, go for it
  • →You have a solid base fitness and train regularly
  • →You love the outdoors and adventure
  • →You enjoy working in a team
  • →You want to push limits in a safe setting
  • →You have a 'yes we can' mindset
- Maybe not yet
  • ×You're looking for a race or podium
  • ×You want to go solo
  • ×You'd rather avoid water, heights or discomfort

The event at a glance

Everything you need to know about Crossing Belgium 2026.

Four days, one line from the North Sea to the Ardennes. The facts below - dates, programme, requirements, gear.

Dates

  • 12 / 13 / 14 / 15 November 2026
  • Start: 12 Nov · 18:00 - Belgian coast
  • Finish: 15 Nov · 15:00 - Belgian Ardennes

Programme

A mix of disciplines spread across four days:

  • Surf swimming (longer la côte)
  • Orienteering stage
  • Rappel / abseil
  • Via ferrata
  • River crossing
  • Obstacle course

💥 And plenty more challenges along the way.

What you need to handle

No elite athletes required - just a solid base of fitness.

  • Aged 18 – 81
  • Swim 250 m
  • Run 10 km in 90 min
  • Hike 25 km in 6 hours
  • Cycle 45 km in 3 hours

💪 And a “yes we can” attitude.

Categories & teams

Three categories - all in team format.

  • Categories: Men · Women · Mixed Men/Women
  • Team size: 3 athletes + 1 coach

Coaches support the team and may step in on specific stages when needed.

Sleeping arrangements

  • 12 & 13 Nov: Tent overnight in expedition camp
  • 14 Nov: Hotel overnight - warm shower, warm bed

Gear - what to bring

  • Running kit
  • Cycling kit
  • Hiking kit
  • MTB or gravel bike
  • Van or trailer (3 bikes + 4 people)
  • 2× two-person tents
  • Sleeping mats
  • Sleeping bags (comfort to −5 °C)

Climbing, rafting and safety gear is provided by Climbing Managers.

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Partners & sponsors

Help build the first edition.

Crossing Belgium ties your brand to grit, persistence and authentic adventure. Four days on-site visibility, months of content, a community that actually shows up.

01

Title partner

Name association, main stage, dedicated activation zone, exclusive sector.

02

Discipline partner

Branding on a single stage or discipline (rafting, via ferrata, biking…).

03

Team sponsor

Back a student or corporate team. High impact, limited budget.

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Ready?

Spots are limited. The story isn't.

Register your team and receive the full program, training guide and all practical info.

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Or reach us via the form on the contact page.

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