Wandel4daagse Bergen

During the Wandel4daagse Bergen, the walkers spend a day along the inner garden of Maasduinen Staete. Of course, exercise coach Dien did not let that pass her by. That is why she and a number of residents and volunteers participate in the Wandel4daagse in Bergen every year. After the walk they finish with a well-deserved cup of coffee.

The walking day is for young and old. Participants can choose from different distances. The routes are also accessible for walkers and wheelchairs. And therefore 'walkable' for everyone. Walking is super healthy, but also a lot of fun. You determine your own pace. Go for a nice sporty ride or go for a slower pace where you can keep chatting and enjoy the environment.

Bergen, Netherlands
From June 28 to
July 1, 2023
4 days
Difficult Levels: Moderate, Easy
Organizer type: Association
Hiking4daagse Bergen
Eckeltsedijk 3rd 5851 EH Afferden
06 42 87 07 12

FESTIVAL PROGRAM

Wandel4daagse Bergen

In 2023 we will organize the 8th edition of our 4-day walking tour through 4 beautiful church villages in the municipality of Bergen. This will take place from June 28 to July 1 in 2023 .

The different distances (2.5 – 5 – 10 – 15 km) ensure that everyone can participate and enjoy walking together and all the beauty that the municipality of Bergen has to offer! With various rest areas, entertainment and pleasant music. Nice if you are (again) part of the party!

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From May 1, 2023

Wednesday 28 June to Saturday 1 July 2023
8th edition 4daagse Bergen
Day 1 Afferden
Day 2 Well
Day 3 Wellerlooi
Day 4 Siebengewald

Dag 1 Well

The first day, Wednesday 6 July, we will start from 5 pm from MFC De Buun and walk through and in the vicinity of Well.

Address start and entry
location Mfc De Buun, Kasteellaan 25, 5855 AD, Well

Start (all distances)
Between 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM

Entry
No later than 9 p.m.

Routes
2,5 kilometer
5 kilometer
10 kilometer
15 kilometer

Day 2 Wellerlooi

The second day, Thursday 7 July , we will start from 5 pm from Mfc 't Luukske and walk through and in the vicinity of Wellerlooi.

Address start and entry
location Mfc “t Luukske, Catharinastraat 49, 5856 AS, Wellerlooi

Start (all distances)
Between 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM

Entry
No later than 9 p.m.

Routes
2,5 kilometer
5 kilometer
10 kilometer
15 kilometer

Day 3 Siebengewald

The third day, Friday 8 July, we will start from 5 pm from MFC De Klaproos, and we will walk through and in the vicinity of Siebengewald.

Address start and entry
location MFC De Klaproos
Gochsedijk 87
5853 AB, Siebengewald

Start (all distances)
Between 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM

Entry
No later than 9 p.m.

Routes
2.5 kilometers
5 kilometers
10 kilometers
15 kilometers

Day 4 New Bergen

The fourth day, the grand final, is Saturday 9 July. We start at 4 pm at log cabin Het Degensven. The various walking routes through the village and through the beautiful countryside start from this location.

Address start and entry
location Log cabin Het Degensven
De Flammert 1041
5854 NA Nieuw Bergen

Start
times Start time 15 kilometers: between 4 pm and 4.30 pm.
Start time 10 kilometers: between 5 pm and 5.30 pm.
Start time 5 kilometers: between 5.30 pm and 6 pm.
Start time 2.5 kilometers: between 5:45 PM and 6:15 PM.

Entry
No later than 8 p.m.

Routes
2,5 kilometer
5 kilometer
10 kilometer
15 kilometer

Bergen, Netherlands
Wandel4daagse Bergen

PRICES & RESERVATIONS

Wandel4daagse Bergen

How can I enroll?
You can register by filling in the registration form on this website and transferring the registration fee to IBAN NL33 RABO 0118 3912 59, attn. Stichting 4daagse Bergen, stating your name and address. After payment, your registration is final. It is also possible to register at the various stores. You can read names and addresses here .

When can I register (again)?
You can register from May 1 to June 25, 2023.

For which distances can I register?
Routes are set out every day of 2.5 – 5 – 10 and 15 kilometers.

What are the registration costs?
The (pre-)registration costs are € 5 per participant. It is also possible to register during the 4 days, then the costs are € 6.–. For this, the participant receives a medal and a tasty snack every day. A wheelchair assistant walks along for free.

BASIC INFORMATION

Wandel4daagse Bergen

Can everyone participate in the Wandel4daagse Bergen?
Yes, of course. The Bergen hiking day is organized for all ages! People with disabilities can also participate. There are one or two routes each day suitable for wheelchair users and pushchairs. That is the route of 2.5 and/or the route of 5 kilometers.

Where can I find the starting locations?
The starting location is every day in a different place, look for the addresses under the headings: Day 1 Well , Day 2 Wellerlooi , Day 3 Siebengewald  and Day 4 Nieuw Bergen .

What are the start and arrival times?
Day 1, 2 and 3:
Start time: between 5:00 PM and 6:30 PM.
Arrival: no later than 9 p.m.

Day 4, the final day:
Start time 15 kilometers: between 16.00 and 16.30.
Start time 10 kilometers: between 5 pm and 5.30 pm.
Start time 5 kilometers: between 5.30 pm and 6 pm.
Start time 2.5 kilometers: between 5:45 PM and 6:15 PM.

Entry for all distances: no later than 8 p.m.

Can I also walk for less than 4 days?
Which can. Even 1 day of walking is possible. However, the (pre)registration costs remain € 5,–. If you register during the walking day, you pay 6–.

Is there first aid available during the walking 4 days?
A first aid kit is available at all rest areas. In addition, a first aid team is present at the start and entry location. First aid will be on site if necessary.

If I need first aid while walking, how can I reach a first aider?
The telephone number of the first aid post is 06 12 63 52 40. This number is also on the stamp card and the route booklet.

Is there sufficient parking space at the start and finish locations?
More information about this can be found on this website under transport on the page ' transport '.

What is the telephone number during the Wandel4daagse in case of emergency?
That is 06 41 58 38 08 or 06 83 83 26 15. These numbers are also on the stamp card and the route booklet.

Can I bring my own food and drink?
Yes, of course. It is also possible to buy something to eat and/or drink at a number of rest areas. We do our best to provide sufficient water supplies, but you remain responsible for drinking enough.

Are photos taken during the Wandel4daagse?
Photos are taken every day. These are placed on this website at the end of each day under the button ' in the picture '. Also keep an eye on our facebook page!

I want to register as a volunteer. Who can do that with?
Nice! We are always looking for helping hands. More info and / or registration can be done via info@4daagsebergen.nl

Hiking tips

Seven tips against blisters
1. Wear appropriate shoes.
2. Wear appropriate (seamless) socks.
3. Break in shoes properly.
4. Lubricate your feet thinly with Vaseline/udder ointment before walking.
5. Sprinkle a little talcum powder in your shoes, socks and on your feet.
6. Mask off sensitive areas as a preventive measure.

pests

Infections and pests.
For information about infectious diseases, please visit the website of the GGD Limburg-Noord . Here you will find information about the oak processionary caterpillar and the tick that you can encounter as a walker.

Oak processionary caterpillar.
The municipality of Bergen is intensively fighting the arrival of the oak processionary caterpillar. Unfortunately, this does not mean that the walking routes are always free of the oak processionary caterpillar. After contact with the almost invisible hairs of these caterpillars, you can suffer from itching, skin rash or irritation to the eyes or airways. Especially in dry and windy weather you have to be careful and protect your skin from the stinging hairs.

Avoid any contact with the caterpillars and their remains. Provide good coverage of the neck, arms and legs. After contact with the caterpillars or stinging hairs, wash your skin well and rinse your eyes with water. Also wash your clothes. The symptoms generally disappear within two weeks. A gentle cream containing camphor or menthol can provide relief. In case of serious complaints you can report to the first aid station.

Lyme disease.
You may be bitten by a tick while walking. Ticks are small spider-like insects and feed on the blood of the human or animal they are on. Ticks mainly hide in bushes, forests and long grass and wait there for a host. The bite does not hurt and therefore you do not notice anything at first. It is wise to wear skin-covering clothing. Check your body every day after the hike. A bite from a tick can cause Lyme disease with long-term symptoms of chronic fatigue, suddenly very painful joints, neurological and heart problems as a result.

Bitten by a tick? Remove the tick immediately with tick removal tweezers. If a tick is removed within 20 hours, the chance of infection is small, but not excluded. You can read more information about the ticks and the first symptoms of disease on the website of the Lyme Association .

Transport

The organization ensures that parking is arranged in every village. We kindly ask you to travel together as much as possible and if possible to come on foot, by bicycle or by public transport (line 83). Are you coming by car? Try to carpool as much as possible.

Food and drink

You can buy something to eat and/or drink at a number of rest areas. You are allowed to bring your own food and drink at all rest areas.

We advise all hikers to bring a bottle of water (or tea) for the journey. If you walk for more than an hour, it is important to bring something to eat (eg a sandwich with sweet fillings or grape sugar). The water bottles can be filled for free at the rest areas.

7. Always wash your feet with cold water and without soap.

We advise every participant to listen carefully to the weather forecast and to adjust your clothing accordingly.