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Vechtdal Trail

Name: Vechtdal Trail
Start: 2025-07-05
End: 2025-07-05
Location: Ommen

Ommen, Netherlands • 5 Jul 2025

The Vechtdal Trail is an exciting trail running event set in the beautiful Vechtdal region, offering participants a choice of distances: 15 km, 25 km, 35 km, and 50 km. The event emphasizes enjoyment of nature and promotes sustainability by being a disposable cup-free event, encouraging runners to bring their own reusable containers. Participants can expect well-organized support stations along the route, ensuring hydration and nutrition needs are met. The event is designed for runners of various skill levels, with a focus on safety and environmental responsibility. Registration opens in March 2025, and the event takes place on July 5, 2025. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Netherlands Overijssel Ommen

Race information

Website

50 km

50 Km ‘ultra’

35 km

35 Km ‘expert’

25 km

25 Km ‘challenge’

15 km

15 Km ‘starter’

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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