Lebbeke (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – The Dodentocht, a 100 km walk in Belgium, will take place on August 9-10, 2025, with over 10,000 walkers participating. Raf De Wolf, the local sports leader, is excited about the new rest stop in Lebbeke.
On August 8 and 9, 2025 more than 10,000 walkers will try to finish the 100-kilometer Dodentocht in 24 hours. This event has taken place every year since 1969. It is known for its tough route through beautiful areas and towns in Belgium. This year, Lebbeke will have its first official rest stop.
Raf De Wolf, the town’s sports leader, is happy about this. He said the town has a strong walking culture. Many locals walk and join the event each year. He mentioned that the rest stop in Lebbeke shows the town’s support for walking and makes the event better.
There are many walkers from Lebbeke who participate every year, so we are proud that our sports hall has become an official stopping place.
Raf De Wolf (N-VA), Alderman for Sports.
How will Lebbeke’s new rest stop enhance the Dodentocht experience?
The Dodentocht is known for its good checkpoints, which are set every 5 to 7 kilometres. These stops provide water, coffee, tea, fruit, and snacks for the walkers. There are also medical stations for anyone needing help. Many people join the event, from experienced athletes to first-timers. Now that Lebbeke is an official rest stop, walkers will have a place to take a break and recharge. Officials mentioned that more details about the route and plans will come soon, helping everyone prepare for this popular event in Belgium.
Raf De Wolf (N-VA) says:
We have a very large local walking club here and there are a huge number of walkers who participate in the Dodentocht every year.
According to Raf De Wolf Preparing for the rest stop at the Dodentocht needs careful planning. Many people are involved to make sure everything goes well. The local sports department is helping by using community sports facilities.
He mentioned that the sports hall would give the event crew a place to rest and prepare. There will be enough parking for buses and cars, so spectators can easily come to the event. This will help the day run smoothly.
We will provide a rest area for participants and a first aid post. And the crew will use our changing rooms. Finally, we have enough parking spaces for both buses and cars of followers,
says De Wolf.
As the event nears, the local sports department will keep working with the Dodentocht team and the police. They want to make sure everything is ready. This includes keeping everyone safe, helping walkers move easily, and managing crowds. Participants will enter the sports hall through a new exit on the side. After resting, they will leave through a new path to Stadionstraat. Officials mentioned that this will help them continue their walk smoothly.
