Loop naar de Pomp adds new distance for young runners

The Loop naar de Pomp running event in Heino, Netherlands, is introducing a new format for its upcoming race on Friday, August 21, 2026. To accommodate younger participants, the organizers have added a fourth distance.

Children up to age 7 will now run a shorter 650-meter course starting at 18:34, while children aged 8 to 12 will participate in the standard 1.2-kilometer route starting at 18:30. Both youth races begin and end at Canadastraat near Smulbaai. Following the youth events, the 5 km and 10 km races are scheduled to start at 19:00.

Organizers stated they are strictly following heat protocols and KNMI weather advisories to ensure participant safety. Registration is limited to 175 participants per distance.