Swim

Open water zwemrace Hofstade

Open water zwemrace Hofstade takes place on Sat, Sep 5, 2026 in Hofstade, Belgium. The main route is 1.5 km.

An open water swimming competition featuring 1.5km freestyle and breaststroke events held at the Sport Vlaanderen domain in Hofstade.

What this race demands

This 1.5 km open water swim requires sustained aerobic pacing and effective sighting over a middle-distance swimming effort.

Aerobic endurance

A 1.5 km distance demands continuous cardiovascular output without the benefit of wall turns found in pool swimming.

Open water navigation

Swimming in an open water setting requires consistent sighting and stroke adaptation for straight-line efficiency.

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