Photo: Vincent van Zeijst · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Alfa Bear Trail
Schinnen, Netherlands
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
22 km13 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest
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Running Calendar Races in Limburg: Races, Trails & Competitions
8 verified events (3 confirmed dates) and 37 races in Races in Limburg with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events83 confirmed dates
Competitions37Races & courses
Distances5 - 267 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+2,937 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Vincent van Zeijst · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Vincent van Zeijst · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Arrow Venloop
Venlo, Netherlands
March 21, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunKids & Youth Races
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad CyclingGravel Biking
Limburgs Mooiste
Heerlen, Netherlands
May 22, 2027Date confirmed
215 km150 km120 km110 km+4
Nature & Off-RoadKids & Youth Races
Photo: Hoebele · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Cycling
Amstel Gold Race
Valkenburg, Netherlands
Date to be announcedDate TBA
240 km200 km150 km125 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadCity Run+1
Photo: Avi1111 dr. avishai teicher · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Cycling
The Philippe Gilbert Cauberg Class
Valkenburg, Netherlands
Date to be announcedDate TBA
267 km88 km48 km45 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadCastles+3
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
Photo: Matti Blume · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsGravel Biking
Marly Grav UCI Race
Valkenburg, Netherlands
Date to be announcedDate TBA
155 km100 km
Nature & Off-RoadFestive
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 21, 2027 | Arrow Venloop | Venlo, Limburg, NL | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2027 | Limburgs Mooiste | Heerlen, Limburg, NL | Road CyclingGravel Biking | 215 km150 km120 km110 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Amstel Gold Race | Valkenburg, Limburg, NL | Road Cycling | 240 km200 km150 km125 km |
| Date to be announced | The Philippe Gilbert Cauberg Class | Valkenburg, Limburg, NL | Road Cycling | 267 km88 km48 km45 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 |
| Date to be announced | Marly Grav UCI Race | Valkenburg, Limburg, NL | Gravel Biking | 155 km100 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Limburg (Netherlands, Limburg) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 8 public events and 37 individual races, including 3 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Road Cycling, and Road Running. Key host locations include Schinnen, Venlo, Heerlen, and Valkenburg. Notable events in the selection include Alfa Bear Trail, Arrow Venloop, and Limburgs Mooiste.
Race distances span from 5 km to 267 km, reaching up to +2,937 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Limburg includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Races in Limburg?
RunningCompass currently lists 8 verified events with 37 individual races in Races in Limburg. A total of 3 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Alfa Bear Trail, Arrow Venloop, and Limburgs Mooiste.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Limburg?
Events in Races in Limburg focus on Trail Running, Road Cycling, and Road Running. Course distances range from 5 km entry-level races up to 267 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Schinnen, Venlo, Heerlen, and Valkenburg.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Limburg?
The most selective courses in Races in Limburg climb up to +2,937 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Races in Limburg?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.