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Alfa Bear Trail
Schinnen, Netherlands
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
22 km13 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest
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Trail Running in Netherlands
8 verified events with 38 individual races (3 confirmed dates) in Netherlands complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events83 confirmed dates
Competitions38Races & courses
Distances5 - 100 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+2,600 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Salland Trail
Nijverdal, Netherlands
March 6, 2027Date confirmed
100 km80 km60 km50 km+5
Nature & Off-RoadForest
Photo: Vincent van Zeijst · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Vuurtorenloop Vlieland
Vlieland, Netherlands
April 18, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km5 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+2
Photo: Vincent van Zeijst · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningRoad Running
Airborne Freedom Run
Arnhem, Netherlands
Date to be announcedDate TBA
60 km46 km28 km21 km+2
Culture & HistoryForest+2
Photo: Jonathan Beech · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsMountain BikingRoad Running
Kustmarathon Zeeland
Zoutelande, Netherlands
Date to be announcedDate TBA
54 km42.2 km16 km11 km+2
Seaside & CoastIsland+4
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Indiana Summer Trial
Gasselte, Netherlands
Date to be announcedDate TBA
100 km75 km50 km
ForestLakes & Ponds+2
Photo: Fab5669 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Watersley Halloween Trail
Sittard, Netherlands
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km5 km
FestiveNature & Off-Road+4
Photo: Gzen92 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Drielandenpunt Trail
Vaals, Netherlands
Date to be announcedDate TBA
27 km19 km10 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+2
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 15, 2026 | Alfa Bear Trail | Schinnen, Limburg, NL | Trail Running | 22 km13 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 6, 2027 | Salland Trail | Nijverdal, Overijssel, NL | Trail Running | 100 km80 km60 km50 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 18, 2027 | Vuurtorenloop Vlieland | Vlieland, Friesland, NL | Trail Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Airborne Freedom Run | Arnhem, Gelderland, NL | Trail RunningRoad Running | 60 km46 km28 km21 km |
| Date to be announced | Kustmarathon Zeeland | Zoutelande, Zeeland, NL | Mountain BikingRoad Running | 54 km42.2 km16 km11 km |
| Date to be announced | Indiana Summer Trial | Gasselte, Drenthe, NL | Trail Running | 100 km75 km50 km |
| Date to be announced | Watersley Halloween Trail | Sittard, Limburg, NL | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Drielandenpunt Trail | Vaals, Limburg, NL | Trail Running | 27 km19 km10 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Off-road running on singletrack, forest paths, and alpine ridges, spanning short discovery trails to high-mountain ultra-trails. Trail running is defined by elevation gain, technical terrain, and natural landscapes across forest singletrack, coastal cliffs, and mountain passes. In this Trail Running in Netherlands directory, RunningCompass curates 8 events comprising 38 individual races, including 3 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 5 km to 100 km and elevation gains up to +2,600 m. Key host locations include Schinnen, Nijverdal, Vlieland, Arnhem. Notable events in this selection include Alfa Bear Trail, Salland Trail, Vuurtorenloop Vlieland.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Trail Running in Netherlands?
This overview currently includes 8 verified events featuring 38 individual races. Of these, 3 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 5 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Trail Running in Netherlands?
Races in this selection span distances of 5 km to 100 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +2,600 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, Walking & Hiking.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Trail Running in Netherlands?
Top host locations include Schinnen, Nijverdal, Vlieland, Arnhem, Zoutelande. Representative events in the catalog include Alfa Bear Trail, Salland Trail, Vuurtorenloop Vlieland, Airborne Freedom Run. Off-road running on singletrack, forest paths, and alpine ridges, spanning short discovery trails to high-mountain ultra-trails.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Trail Running in Netherlands?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 38 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.