Program
Friday, 10 July
SITTARD TOM DUMOULIN BIKE PARK:
12:00-16:00 registration and technical inspection. Receipt of vouchers for orders in the clubhouse.
17:00-18:30 pasta buffet (only for those who online ordered before 15 June)
18:30 opening parade and opening of the Recumbent World Championships
19:00-19:20 warm-up on the circuit, then prepare for the start.
19:30-21:00 the fastest lap
Saturday, 11 July
GELEEN KOMBAAN* OR TDBP:
08:00 – 08:50 Warm up on the track, then prepare for the start.
09:00 – 12:00 1-hour time trial on a 500m oval track.
SITTARD TOM DUMOULIN BIKE PARK:
10:00 – 17:00 Test circuit
10:00 – 13:00 Three-country cycle tour start and finish car park
10:00 – 17:00 Recumbent bicycle fair and second chance recumbent bicycle fair
10:00 – 22:00 films clubhouse
12:00 – 13:00 registration children’s race clubhouse (ages 6 to 15)
12:30 – 13:30 Lunch (only for those who online ordered before 15 June)
13:30 – 14:30 Children’s race, central area (15 min. per race)
14:00-14:50 warm-up on the climbing course, then prepare for the start.
15:00 start climbing criterion 45 minutes + 1 lap on/half streamlined UF/UFM/PF
16:00-16:20 on the climbing course, then prepare for start FF/FFM
16:30 start climbing criterion 45 minutes + 1 lap streamlined
18:00 – 19.30 pasta buffet (only for those who online ordered before 15 June)
19:30-22:00 social gathering
- Combination course if the asphalt is good, otherwise 1 km on the TDBP
Sunday, 12 July
SITTARD TOM DUMOULIN BIKE PARK:
08:00 – 08:50 warm-up on the circuit, then prepare for the start. 09:00 – 12:00 3-hour race 09:00 – 13:30 films 10:00 – 13:30 trial circuit 12:00 – 13:00 lunch (only for those who online ordered before 15 June) 11:00 – 12:00 registration for children’s race clubhouse (6 to 15 years old) 12:30 – 13:30 children’s race central area (15 min per race) 13:30-14:00 award ceremony and closing of the 2026 World Championship
Discover the world of recumbent bicycles!
At the 2026 World Recumbent Championships, we offer a varied programme for open recumbents, velomobiles, trikes, streamliners, tandems, handbikes and, of course, for children (aged 6 to 15). It’s not just speed that counts, but also agility, meeting people, cycling together on a tour, exchanging ideas, trying out different models, and eating and staying overnight together.
Recumbent bicycle & second-hand market
The recumbent bicycle fair on Saturday and Sunday offers a unique opportunity to discover the latest models and innovations in recumbent bicycle technology and accessories. Suppliers of recumbent bicycles, trikes, velomobiles and accessories and manufacturers will be present. See more….
The second-hand exchange fair is perfect for those who want to sell, upgrade or simply exchange their recumbent bicycle. See more….
3-Country Cycling Tour
This unique tour, organised by recumbent bicycle club De Grensrijders, takes participants through the Netherlands, Germany and Belgium. It is the perfect opportunity for adventurous lovers of (recumbent) bicycles to push their boundaries, experience the beauty of the landscape and create a sense of community. People on “unusual” bicycles are also welcome! See more…
Children’s competitions
Our Kid’s races are a great opportunity for children (aged 6 to 15) to gain (more) skill in recumbent cycling and enjoy the excitement of doing so in a “competitive” setting. A recumbent bicycle is not mandatory; regular bicycles and scooters are also allowed. Participation is free and, of course, every participant will receive a nice souvenir! You can register online for the races on Saturday and/or Sunday.
Test track
For beginners and those who are curious, there is a special trial circuit where visitors can try out recumbent bicycles. This offers a fun way to get to know the experience of riding a recumbent bicycle.
Eating Together
In addition to the activities, we also provide delicious lunches and pasta buffets for our guests. Breakfast is available at the campsite. To make use of this service, you must register with the accommodation provider. At Watersley, you can have breakfast. Please register when booking your accommodation in the sportshostel.
If you would like to have lunch together or participate in the pasta buffet at the Tom Dumoulin Bike Park, you must register for this no later than than 15 June. See the form on Ligfiets.net ….
Films and Photo Presentations
To mark our 40th anniversary, we have compiled and screened a number of films and photo productions. These will be shown again in the TDBP clubhouse. They cover the evolution of Human Power Vehicles, the Dutch recumbent bicycle pioneers, the local recumbent bicycle clubs and the N.V.H.P.V.
Accommodation: Hostel & Team Houses
Due to pressure on accommodation in the area during the summer holidays and popular events, we have reserved beds in a hostel and in team houses at the Watersley Sports and Talent Park, 7 km from the TDBP. There are stil beds. If you want hire a teamhouse or a bed in de sportshostel please let us know via the form.
Accommodation: Campsites
We also have options for camping pitches at two campsites: (D)Botkoel in Puth (7.5 km away) and (B)Catsop in Elsloo (10 km away) from the TDBP (C). A total of up to 45 1/2-person hiker tents and 40 larger tents, caravans and motorhomes. First come, first served… Bookings can be made at the campsites.
The Tom Dumoulin Bike Park
We are delighted to be able to use such unique accommodation: the Tom Dumoulin Bike Park in Sittard. We received a warm welcome and were given all the assistance we needed. Thank you very much!
The park has numerous facilities: a new clubhouse with catering facilities, changing rooms and showers, areas for inspecting bikes and storing streamliners, monitors for tracking results, and lockers for storing personal belongings. For small children, there are climbing pyramids and a small cross-country track. There is ample parking space, including in the immediate vicinity. More about that later.
