Family Run Hofstade 2025 | May 31

Family Run

Sat 31 May 2025

Hofstade

vlag
KM: family4

STRONG VIKING FAMILY RUN HOFSTADE

Ready to dive into the mud with the whole family during the very first 2025 Strong Viking Family Run in Belgium? This year, we’re coming to Hofstade for an adventure full of fun, mud, and obstacles, specially designed for brave families!

Are you up for the ultimate family challenge? Strong Viking invites you to conquer the 4 km course filled with mud and fun obstacles. This will be the coolest day out, where having fun together takes center stage. The Strong Viking Family Edition is also the perfect idea for an active children’s party. What little Vikings wouldn’t love getting dirty, having fun, and climbing?

Children as young as 5 years old can participate in this muddy family run, so young and old can enjoy this exciting day together. And for those looking for even more of a challenge, or if your kids are ready for the next level, there’s the regular Strong Viking obstacle run in Hofstade! This event, which takes place the same weekend, offers distances starting at 7 km (minimum age 14).

What’s included?

  • 4 km original Strong Viking Family Run course
  • Original Strong Viking finisher shirt (worth €24,95)
  • Refreshments during the obstacle run
  • Free photos after the Strong Viking Family Run
  • Free finish photo
  • A drink at the finish
  • Medal for all kids (up to 13 years old)

SPLASHING PICTURES

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Tervuursesteenweg 395
1981 Zemst, Belgium
Are you coming by public transport? Plan your journey via DeLijn.be and enter the address above!

Yes, as a participant, you can store your luggage for free at a supervised cloakroom. You will receive a wristband that allows you to retrieve your luggage after the run. **Please note, no lockers are available on-site!** Make sure to bring a bag for your belongings, as only bags will be accepted at the cloakroom—no loose items.

Important: Only 1 piece of luggage per participant is allowed.

Storing your luggage is always at your own risk.

Of course, you are very welcome to come and cheer on the participants! Admission is free, and the venue opens at 8:30 AM. In addition to numerous obstacles, there will be various stands, catering, and more around the start and finish area. Please note that parking fees may apply if you use the parking facilities.

Strong Viking is not a race; it’s your own challenge. At each obstacle, there is an option to ‘walk by,’ allowing you to set your own limits and decide how far you want to push yourself!

*Different rules apply for the OCR Series (Racewave).

The minimum age varies by distance:

4 km Family Run: minimum 5 years old (or turning 5 in the current calendar year)
4 km Beginning: minimum 12 years old (or turning 12 in the current calendar year)
7 km: minimum 13 years old (or turning 13 in the current calendar year)
13 km: minimum 14 years old (or turning 14 in the current calendar year)
19 km & OCR Series: minimum 16 years old (or turning 16 in the current calendar year)
42 km Iron Viking: minimum 18 years old
60 km Ultra Viking: minimum 18 years old

FEATURED OBSTACLES

  • STORM THE CASTLE

    Are you ready to storm the castle together? Take a running start and try to conquer the Storm the Castle! Will your little Viking make it to the top without help?

  • WALHALLA WALLS

    The start of your adventure! These walls grant you access to the Strong Viking Family course. Overcome them and take on the challenge together.

  • MUD TRENCHES

    Have fun together in the mud! Climb over the tall hills and take a dive in the best mud ever! This time, you can get completely dirty.

WHICH DISTANCE SUITS YOU BEST?

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Family Run

Sat 31 May 2025

Hofstade

vlag
KM: family4