Seven Summits takes place on Sat, Oct 24, 2026 in Kluisbergen, Belgium. The main route is 50 km.
- Date
- Sat, Oct 24, 2026
- Start
- Kluisbergen 🇧🇪
- Distance
- 50 km
- Climbing
- 962 m
- Level
- Open to all
Your 3-week plan to Seven Summits
The Taper phase starts this week. Built around your fitness and adjusted every day as your form changes; attach the course and it prepares for the climbs too.
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A non-competitive long-distance hiking event taking participants across the scenic witness hills and famous cycling climbs of the Flemish Ardennes in Belgium, offering distances up to 50 km.
What this race demands
Seven Summits is a 50 km long-distance hiking event crossing the witness hills and cycling climbs of the Flemish Ardennes in late October.
Extended Endurance
Covering 50 km on foot requires sustained aerobic capacity and efficient pacing over many hours.
Hilly Terrain
Traversing the witness hills and famous cycling climbs of the Flemish Ardennes demands climbing strength and muscular resilience in the lower body.
Seasonal Conditions
An October event in Belgium involves cooler temperatures and potentially wet terrain, requiring appropriate gear management.
Due to the long duration of a 50 km hike, participants should consume 30 to 60 grams of carbohydrates per hour to maintain energy levels.
Your road to race day
Race day at Seven Summits is 3 weeks away. This is how a coach divides that time. The first phase starts now.
01Taper2 weeks · Oct 4, 2026 – Oct 17, 2026
Volume drops while intensity stays: short, sharp efforts keep the legs awake as fatigue drains away.
02Race week1 week · Oct 18, 2026 – Oct 24, 2026
Openers, rest and logistics. The work is done; the job now is arriving fresh.
Frequently asked questions
When is Seven Summits?
Seven Summits takes place on Sat, Oct 24, 2026 in Kluisbergen, Belgium.
How long is Seven Summits?
The main route is 50 km.
What does Seven Summits demand?
Seven Summits is a 50 km long-distance hiking event crossing the witness hills and cycling climbs of the Flemish Ardennes in late October.
How much climbing does Seven Summits have?
Seven Summits has 962 m of climbing.
Who is Seven Summits for?
Seven Summits is open to all participants.
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