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What is the Walcheren village tour?

Every year on the first Tuesday of August from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.!

The Walcheren Village Tour is a cycle tour for young and old. The tour has been organised for more than 25 years and takes place every year on the first Tuesday of August. The proceeds from the cycle tour go to Terre des Hommes, an organisation dedicated to children's rights. Together, we are working to end the exploitation of children in developing countries.

 

The cycle tour covers a total distance of 55 to 60 km and winds through picturesque villages, past swaying cornfields to the city centre of Middelburg. Participants will pass a stamp post every five kilometres. These may be located at a mini campsite, a windmill, a theatre or a farm. At the stamp posts, there will be activities and local products on offer. Choose one of the eleven stamp posts to start the cycle tour.

 

Interesting facts

 

Are you planning to take part in the 28th Walcheren Village Cycle Tour ? Below you’ll find all the important information you need for a carefree and enjoyable day’s cycling. Please read through the information carefully beforehand so that you can make the most of the route and avoid any surprises along the way.

 

Participation booklet

  • The participation booklet is your proof of participation .

  • On the day of the Village Walk , the participation booklet costs €10 per person (aged 16 and over) and is available at all stamp points.

  • If you buy in advance , you pay just €8 per person .

  • Advance sales via www.dorpentocht-walcheren.nl and at:

    • Polderhuis, Westkapelle

    • De Drvkkery, Middelburg

    • Terre des Hommes shop, Middelburg

 

Route

  • This year’s route is approximately 60 kilometres long.

  • You can start at any of the eleven stamp points .

  • All stamp points are open from 09.00 to 18.00 .

  • The route is cycled anti-clockwise .

  • You’ll find the route description on page 6 of the participant booklet.

  • The route map is on pages 12 and 13 .

  • Follow the directional arrows along the way.

 

Stamp card and souvenir

  • Have your stamp card on the back of the participant booklet stamped at each checkpoint.

  • You’ll receive your first stamp at the stamp point where you start.

  • Once you have collected all eleven stamps, you will receive one souvenir per participation booklet.

  • If you have not visited all the stamp points, you will not receive a souvenir.

  • Children under the age of 16 will receive a souvenir free of charge, provided they are travelling with an adult who has a participation booklet.

 

Facilities along the route

The following are available at every stamp point:

  • First-aid kit.

  • Bicycle repair kit.

  • Facilities for charging e-bikes.

  • Toilet facilities.

  • Drinking water.

 

Photos

Photos will be taken during the Village Tour. These may be published on www.dorpentocht-walcheren.nl . Naturally, we will handle your personal data with care and comply with the GDPR.

 

Riding safely

  • E-bike users: please be mindful of your speed. It can get busy along the route, and significant differences in speed can lead to dangerous situations.

  • Participation in the Village Tour is entirely at your own risk .

 

The organisers wish everyone a wonderful, safe and enjoyable Walcheren Village Tour!