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Programme & route

Programme · Saturday 7 November

Programme subject to change
  1. 09:00

    Plopsaland opens

    Valid park ticket or annual pass required

  2. 16:00

    Runners Village opens

    Plopsaland closes its gates

  3. Start 18:00

    Kids Run start

    300 m · 600 m · 1,200 m

    Warm-up 17:50

  4. Start 18:30

    10K Run start

    2 laps

    Warm-up 18:20

  5. Start 19:45

    5K Run start

    1 lap

    Warm-up 19:35

  6. 20:30

    Closing celebration

    Cheque presentation to Make-A-Wish and DJ

  7. 23:00

    Runners Village closes

    End of the Plopsa Run

Warm up at the start

Just before each run, Manu Van Acker leads the warm-up at the start. The warm-up always begins 10 minutes before your start: arrive on time and simply join in.

Closing celebration · 20:30

We round off the Plopsa Run in style at the stage, where together we present the cheque to Make-A-Wish. Afterwards, the DJ keeps the party going.

Your time and results

Running the 5K or 10K Run? Your time is recorded automatically. Shortly after the run, you can check your time and results on the timing website. The Kids Run is not timed.

View your time

The route

5 km, 10 km or the Kids Run: this is your route through Plopsaland in De Panne.

5K and 10K Run route through Plopsaland

5K Run & 10K Run

Both runs start and finish in the Runners Village and follow the same loop through Plopsaland. For the 10K, you run the loop twice. Everyone must cross the finish line before 21:00.

Route map 5K Run (1 lap)

5K Run

5 km
Start19:45
Route1 lap

Walking or in a wheelchair also allowed

Route map 10K Run (2 laps)

10K Run

10 km
Start18:30
Route2 laps

Runners only: not for walkers or wheelchairs

Kids Run

Is your child registered for the Kids Run? Then choose the distance they want to run! All routes start at the Runners Village and finish on Plopsaland Plaza.

As a parent or companion, you get access to Plopsaland Plaza, where all Kids Runs finish. That way, you’ll have a front-row view as your child crosses the finish line. When you collect the Kids Run race bib, you receive 1 wristband giving access to Plopsaland Plaza. You decide whether you run along too. More information about the wristbands

  • Start at 18:00
  • Choice of 300 m, 600 m or 1,200 m
Route map Kids Run 300 metres

Kids Run 300 m

Route map Kids Run 600 metres

Kids Run 600 m

Route map Kids Run 1,200 metres

Kids Run 1,200 m

What you’ll see along the way

The route takes you past the most iconic spots at Plopsaland Resort in De Panne.

The Ride to Happiness at Plopsaland in the evening

Iconic attractions

You run past and underneath Plopsaland’s best-known attractions, such as the spinning coaster The Ride to Happiness.

Holiday homes at Plopsaland Resort

Plopsaland Resort

Past the holiday homes and right through the hotel.

Auditorium of the Studio 100 Theatre

Studio 100 Theatre

You run through the theatre in De Panne, close to the finish.

Meeting the Plopsa characters

Characters & entertainment

Be surprised along the way by Plopsa characters, music and plenty of magical entertainment.

Parade floats

Parade hall: exclusive backstage

A place visitors are never allowed into! You run right through the parade hall, where the parade floats wait for their big moment. Only during the Plopsa Run.

Frequently asked questions

Kids Run

How do I choose the distance for my child in the Kids Run?

You can decide together which distance your child would like to run. Not sure? This advice may help: ages 3–5: 300 m; ages 6–8: 600 m; ages 9–11: 1,200 m.

Do I have to run with my child as a parent or companion?

No, that’s up to you. The children run the Kids Run on their own. Would you still like to run with your child? Then choose an orange wristband when you collect the race bib.

Questions about Plopsaland Plaza and the wristbands? See them on the Runners Village page.

Route

How much time do I have to finish?

All runners must cross the finish line before 21:00. Bear this in mind when choosing between the 5K and 10K Run.

Can I walk instead?

Yes, you can walk the 5K Run route. The 10K Run is for runners only: walking is not allowed. Please note: walkers must also cross the finish line before 21:00.

Can I take part in a wheelchair?

You can take part in a wheelchair in the 5K Run. The route is mostly paved, but please assess in advance whether it suits your situation. The 10K Run is not accessible for wheelchairs.

What entertainment is there along the route?

Along the route, you’ll be surprised by Plopsa characters, music and plenty of magical entertainment. We’re not giving away any more just yet!

Any questions?

You’ll find all the answers in the frequently asked questions. Still have a question? Our customer service team will be happy to help.

View the frequently asked questions Discover the Runners Village

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