The Petranpad Ultra Trail is the longest ultratrail in the Netherlands!

Around the North Limburg municipality of Horst a/d Maas, various nature reserves are strung together to form a 112 km long course.
Swampy sections, ditch and stream edges, and a challenging stretch along a defense canal present both physical and mental challenges.
A personal GPS device is required — the route is not marked with signs or arrows!
The Petranpad Ultra Trail takes place on public paths and roads. As a participant, you must adhere to regular traffic rules, just like any other road user.

Start Times, Time Limits & DNF (Did Not Finish)

  • 112 km Trail
    Maximum time: 18 hours
    Start: 05:00 in Meerlo
    (4 ITRA points)
  • 64 km Trail
    Maximum time: 10 hours
    Start: 10:00 in Griendtsveen
    (2 ITRA points)
  • 112 km Walk
    Maximum time: 20 hours
    Start: 03:00 in Meerlo


Live Tracker
A live tracker will be provided, sending your location to a website every few minutes.
Followers (family, friends, organization, etc.) can track you in real time.
Fun for those at home — and an added layer of safety for the runner.

Mandatory Gear
Mandatory gear will be checked at registration for presence and functionality, and must be carried throughout the entire distance.
Failure to present required items may result in disqualification (DNF/DQ).

  • ID card
    For ITRA ranking, ID verification is required at registration.
  • GPS device
    Watch or handheld device with the route we provide.
    (GPX file will be shared about one week before the start.)
  • Drinking cup
    For use at aid stations.
  • Phone (switched on)
    You must be reachable during the event.
  • Rain jacket, coat, or cape
    Functional (Gore-Tex or similar), and properly sized.
    “50 cent” disposable ponchos are not considered functional.
  • Emergency blanket
    (gold/silver foil)
  • Lighting
    Chest or headlamp.


Self-Sufficiency
The Petranpad Ultra Trail is self-supported (except for water), meaning you must bring enough food to cover the full distance.
However, drinks (e.g., water and cola) will be available at checkpoints.
There will also be small snacks — and of course, the famous "Limburgse vlaai" will be served.

Participant Limit
Maximum of 100 participants — full is full.
Date and time of payment determine entry: “first come, first served.”
A waiting list is maintained by the organization.




 
 
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