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General Conditions

  • The Western Front Trail is an organization of Wandelsport Vlaanderen vzw. with headquarters in Maldegem.
  • The Western Front Trail is a non-competitive hike. Walking and running are allowed.
  • Participation in the Western Front Trail 85 km is only possible through pre-registration with a limit of 1,000 hikers. Registration for the Western Front Trail 60 km is only possible through pre-registration with a limit of 1,200 participants. Registration for the Western Front Trail 35 km is only possible through pre-registration with a limit of 1500 participants.
  • Participation is only valid after payment of the registration fee. Registration is strictly personal and non-transferable. The price includes participation in the event with supplies and insurance. Participants can optionally use bus transport and pay € 10 for this
  • In case of cancellation of the event by Wandelsport Vlaanderen vzw, the person who placed the order can exchange the tickets as far as possible for tickets for a next edition of the event. Any other costs incurred in connection with the Western Front Trail, such as service and handling charges, will not be refunded.
  • In case of force majeure, the liability of Wandelsport Vlaanderen vzw is excluded. Force majeure is understood to mean ALL circumstances beyond the control of Wandelsport Vlaanderen vzw that prevent the organization of the Western Front Trail in whole or in part. This includes (but is not limited to):
  • non-delivery or late delivery from suppliers or other engaged third parties
  • instructions, decisions or interventions from public, administrative or regulatory authorities
  • terrorism or threat of terror, war or threat of war
  • weather conditions such as extreme heat, thunder, storm, gusts, etc.
  • epidemics, pandemic or state of lock-down
  • riots on the public road, blockades, strikes, demonstrations and other disturbing circumstances
  • Cases of force majeure do not entitle to any refund of the registration fee or other form of compensation.
  • Participation requires good physical health. The participant declares to meet these conditions. The organization recommends a preventive sports medical examination with a recognized doctor before participation. The organizer cannot be held responsible for medical problems of the participant.
  • The Wandelsport Vlaanderen vzw physical accident and civil liability insurance is included as standard in your registration.
  • Participating in the Western Front Trail 85 & 60 km is only possible from the year that someone turns 16 years old. The Western Front Trail 35 km is open to everyone.
  • Participants must respect the time limits and opening hours of the rest & supply stations. All participants in the Western Front Trail must reach the finish line by Saturday, September 18, 2021 at 11:59 PM. Failure to meet the predetermined time limits can lead to exclusion.
  • Participants and employees of the organization may not in any way express political and / or religious expressions.
  • During the Western Front Trail, participants are prohibited from wearing or not wearing promotional items and weapons. Objects that could pose a danger to other participants are also prohibited. Walking with  Nordic sticks is allowed.
  • The organization is not responsible for damage, loss and / or theft of the participant's personal items before, during and after the walk. For the participants of the Western Front Trail 85 & 60 km, a guarded zone is provided for your sports bag / luggage halfway through.
  • The participants must take into account possible walking or car traffic and accept the uniqueness of the event. The general highway code applies at all times. The participant is obliged to follow the indicated walking route.
  • Your registration is always name bound. You CANNOT pass on your registration to someone else. All that's allowed is to change distance.
  • All information from the participants is intended for the organizer. However, it may be passed on to the parties who are contractually bound to the organization. By participating in the event, you agree to any use of your photo in print, film, video, etc. for promotional purposes of the organizer, without claiming compensation.
  • By registering at the Western Front Way, the participant declares to have read the general terms and conditions and to agree to the regulations.
  • In all cases not covered by these regulations, the Western Front Way board will decide. In case of disputes about the interpretation of regulations, only the Dutch text is binding. Lawsuits will always be handled by courts and tribunals competent for the judicial district of Ghent
  • GENERAL CANCELLATION CONDITIONS

  • You can cancel your registration until August 31, 2021. The organization will never refund the registration amount. You will receive a voucher to the value of your registration less € 15 in administration costs. The voucher is valid for 1 year and can be used for the second edition in 2022
  • The closing date for registration is  August 22, 2021