Trail Running Calendar Netherlands 2025-2026

Are you looking for your next challenge on the trails? You're in the right place! With 238 trailruns spread across the Netherlands in 2025 and 2026, we have something for every runner. Our calendar helps you find the perfect trailrun, whether you want to stay close to home or explore new places.

Whether you're a beginner trailrunner or an experienced veteran, there's something for everyone. From the sand dunes in North Holland to the hilly landscapes of Limburg, the diversity of routes and terrains will not disappoint.

Are you specifically looking for a trailrun in or near an urban area? Major cities like Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Utrecht, Eindhoven, Nijmegen, and Maastricht also offer plenty of options for both beginners and advanced runners.

The Sylvestercross Soest will take place in Soest from Monday 30 December 2024 to Tuesday 31 December 2024.

The Sylvestercross/2nd RegioBank Natuurloop is a running event taking place on December 31, 2024, in Nieuwvliet, specifically in the Bos van Erasmus area. Participants can choose from various distances, including youth categories and longer runs, with a focus on promoting regular participation for p..

The Sisu Oudejaarscross in Almelo is a vibrant running event scheduled for December 31, 2024, as part of the Twentse Cross Circuit. Participants can choose to register for the entire circuit or just this special race, which offers various distances including 10 km, 5 km, and shorter options for youn..

January 2025

The Phanos Boscross Amsterdam is a running event taking place in Amstelveen on January 4, 2025. Participants can choose from various race categories, including a 10 km and 5 km forest run, an 11 km day trail, a 17 km night trail, and cross events for juniors and seniors. Pre-registration is open unt..

The Nieuwjaarstrail / CK Cross is a running event organized by C.A.V. Energie, taking place in Barendrecht on January 4, 2025. This trail and cross competition is open to participants of all ages, including pupils, juniors, seniors, and masters.Distances vary, with pupils running 1000 meters, junior..

The Cauberg Trail is one of the most renowned trail running events in the Netherlands, taking place in Valkenburg aan de Geul. Participants can choose from various distances, including 9 km, 18 km, 30 km, 44 km, and 54 km, each featuring significant elevation gains and multiple aid stations. The eve..

The Kerkwijk Cross will take place in Kerkwijk on Saturday 4 January 2025. You can run between 6 and 8 kilometers.

The Vegelinboscross will take place in Sint Nicolaasga on Saturday 4 January 2025. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.

The Wintercross VVOP is a running event taking place in Voorthuizen on January 4, 2025. Participants can choose from various race distances, including 750 meters, 1250 meters, 2000 meters, 4000 meters, and 6500 meters. Pre-registration is available until January 3, 2025, and certain fields in the re..

The AVC Strand- & Duinloop, organized by Atletiek Vereniging Castricum, features a series of winter running events set in the scenic North Holland Dune Reserve, including a beach route for the 15km distance. Participants can choose from various distances: 1km, 2.2km, 4km, 10.1km, and 15km for the St..

The Nijmeegse Nieuwjaarsloop is the oldest running event in Nijmegen, taking place on the first Sunday of the new year. Organized by AV Cifla, it features a scenic course through the Heumensoord forest with distances of 1250m, 5km, and 10km. This event offers a festive and healthy way to kick off th..

The Poort naar het Heuvelland will take place in Beek on Sunday 5 January 2025. You can run between 12 and 24 kilometers.

Jaspercross is a running event taking place in Asten on January 5, 2025. Participants can register until January 2, 2025, and must agree to the event's regulations, acknowledging that participation is at their own risk. The event features various race categories for different age groups and genders,..

The Rutbeekcross is a running event taking place in Enschede on January 5, 2025. Participants can choose from various race distances, including 10 km, 5 km, 2.5 km, and shorter distances for younger participants, such as 1 km for different age categories. Pre-registration is available until January ..

The Hema IJzerenman Volksloop is a running event taking place in Weert on January 5, 2025. Participants can choose from various distances, including 1.3 km, 2.5 km, 4 km, 6 km, 7.5 km, 12 km, and 15.5 km. Pre-registration is open until January 2, 2025, and participants are required to acknowledge an..

The Midwintercross Heeten is a popular running event taking place in Heeten, featuring various distances including an 800m kids' run, a 2.4km youth run, a 6km cross run, and a 10km cross run. This event is part of the Sallands Cross Circuit and is organized by the local football club, SV Heeten. Par..

The Leenderbos Trail is a unique running event that showcases the diverse landscapes of the Leenderbos area. Participants can choose from various routes, including 9 km, 15 km, 21 km, and 28 km, catering to different skill levels and preferences. This trail running event emphasizes the natural beaut..

The Otterlo Trailrun is a scenic running event taking place on January 11, 2025, through the beautiful forests and sandy plains of Otterlo, adjacent to the Hoge Veluwe National Park. Participants can choose from three distances: 11.3 km, 21.3 km, and 30.7 km. Registration is available online until J..

The 3rd IJsseldelta Cross will take place in Epe as part of a series of four winter cross events in the IJsseldelta region. This event welcomes both competitive athletes and recreational runners, making it an exciting challenge for participants of all ages, including children. Various categories are..

The Zuurbergcross in Holten is a popular cross-country running event held in the scenic Beuseberg area. It features multiple race categories, including distances of 10 km, 5 km, and shorter races for children. The event is part of the SNS CrossCircuit van het Oosten 2.0, promoting community engageme..