November 12 - 15, 2026 · Only 25 team spots - first edition
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The event at a glance

Everything you need to know about Crossing Belgium 2026.

All the practical info in one place: dates, programme, requirements, teams, sleeping and gear for Crossing Belgium 2026.

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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