On Saturday 16/11/2024, the first Cycling Festival will take place on the market square of De Panne! This as a foretaste of the Panne Beach Endurance taking place the following morning. We will kick off with an exciting afternoon and evening programme full of workshops and activities. There is plenty to do for young and old.
Come along and enjoy the free Cycling Festival between 2pm and 8pm.
All afternoon and evening, you can visit the various food trucks (paying) for a bite to eat and a drink. Because say it yourself? A whole afternoon of exercise and relaxation will definitely make you hungry and thirsty!

Afternoon programme

• Caricatures: Give yourself a nice memento of the Cycling Festival and have yourself captured on paper in a funny and personal way. That way you will have a whole work of art of yourself!
• Cycle race on rollers: Challenge yourself and your friends with this exciting competition. Who will cross the finish line of our (mini) track first?
• Crazy hairdo: From colourful spikes to wild curls, nothing is too crazy! The kids will love it! Do you also dare to take a seat in the chair?
• Crazy bikes: Here, nothing is too crazy! Whether it’s a bike with a giant wheel, a strange shape or a completely unexpected twist, it’s guaranteed to provide laughter and fun!
• BK Slowbiken from 15 years: Who will become Belgian Champion Slowbiken 2024? During this competition it is not about speed but about control, balance and concentration. The slower you ride the better! An MTB will be provided by the organisation. Participation is free, but please register first: Register for the BK Slowbike
• Kids’ race for kids aged 3y-6y: 10 minutes of giving it your all on the bike, that’s the assignment the kids will be given. Who can ride the most laps on the course in that time? Attention: this competition starts at 14:15h in the Kasteelstraat. You must sign in at the latest 10 minutes before the race. Bring your own balance bike or regular bike, helmet is mandatory.
• Rider team Kenny Belaey: For the ultimate experience, there will also be a show by Kenny Beleay’s rider team. This promises to be a dazzling show with the spectacular combination of 2 Trialbikers from Kenny Belaey’s Ridersteam, mixed with BMX Flatland and all led by a live DJ with MC!
• Initiation High Bi bikes (from the days of yore): Ever wanted to balance and ride a bike like in the old days? Then don’t miss this initiation. Of course, the top hat and pitta leather completes it all.
• Tortues Géantes: What do you think that is? Experience it for yourself by crawling on the back of these magnificent bulky herbivores and experience their breathtaking slowness for yourself!
• Bicycle engraving campaign and info stand on premium bicycle locks and bicycle helmets: This targeted campaign gives you the chance to secure your bicycle against theft. You will also get all the info you need to obtain a premium when buying a bicycle lock or helmet.
• Cycling fanfare: The Tyres are inflated, the trumpets blasted. The last remaining cycling brass band comes to De Panne and provides an extra layer of atmosphere and conviviality throughout!

Workshops

• 14:00-15:00: Nutrition workshop by Frank Dawijndt – Do you want to perform better during, or recover faster after, races and training sessions? Then you will find all the tips here. Like practical tips to make the right choice of nutrition to suit your effort.
• 15.00-16.00: Bike maintenance workshop by Morgan Blue – You will find out how to increase the lifespan of your equipment! During this info session you will learn the basics, get the necessary tips and techniques explained to keep your bike in top condition!
• 15:00-16:00: Bike tuning workshop by Lorens Colle – Rather know how to adjust your bike? Then this workshop is definitely worthwhile. Here, you will learn how to cycle more comfortably and efficiently by adjusting your bike correctly. Participants in this workshop can bring their own bike.
• 16.00-17.00: Workshop training schedule – Want to get more out of your workouts? Then this is something for you. This info session will offer valuable insights and help you work out more focused and efficient in your preparations for upcoming sporting events.

Evening programme

• 17.00: Podcast live, De Jogclub: two-time world duathlon champion Seppe and ultra runner Bobby will explore the many great stories from the world of beach racing, during the live recording of this podcast. Their ‘special guest’ is none other than Tim Declercq, enthusiastic pro racer and beach racer!
• 18.00: Sergio: come swing with the one and only Sergio!
• 19.00: Dj Gunther D: the well-known presenter of Studio Brussels takes over with a DJ set until 20.00.

Price

This event is free of charge.

Route description

The Cycling Festival takes place at the Market Square of De Panne.

Opening hours

The Cycle Festival starts at 14.00h and ends at 20.00h

This event is fully accessible

All activities are accessible and there are additional facilities:

• wheelchair zone
• signage
• accessible toilets
• reserved parking spaces
• separate access
• easily accessible
• kiss & ride
• paved / adapted surface
• roads wide enough for a wheelchair

Read more about accessibility: Boundless De Panne