Pepernotenwandeling
Participants embark on walking routes starting from the clubhouse of Apeldoorn Walking Association De Trekvogels, heading through Apeldoorn-Zuid, Westenenkerpark, and into the Orderbos. Walkers pass through hilly pine forests, beech avenues, and small heathlands, with longer routes continuing through open plains and toward Kroondomein Het Loo. Along the way, a scouting log cabin serves as a rest post where Sinterklaas and Pieten greet walkers with gingerbread nuts.
Nov 21 – Nov 22, 2026 All ages
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Hours
Event hours: Sat 09:00–15:00; Sun 09:00–15:00. Distance schedules: 5 km 09:00–13:00; 10 km 09:00–13:00; 15 km 09:00–12:00; 20 km 9am-11am; 25 km 9am-11am.
Food & Drink
Gingerbread nuts are offered at the Orderbos rest stop.
Tips & Advice
- Choose the 5 or 10 km route for children; the event page describes these distances as especially suitable for kids.
- Check the listed hours for your route: 5 and 10 km are 09:00–13:00, 15 km to 12:00, and 20 and 25 km to 11:00.
- Start at the clubhouse of Apeldoornse Wandelvereniging De Trekvogels, as all distances begin there.
- Wear sturdy shoes for the hilly pine forest and small forest paths through the Orderbos.
- The walk is available on Saturday and Sunday, so choose the day that best suits your plans.
Special Events & Promotions
- Sinterklaas and Pieten greet walkers at the rest stop on both days; Santa is also at the clubhouse.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there routes suitable for children?
The 5 km and 10 km routes are described as suitable for children.
What distances can walkers choose from?
There are 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25 km routes.
Where can walkers take a rest?
A rest stop is set up in the scouting log cabin in the Orderbos.
Will there be anything to eat along the route?
Sinterklaas and Pieten greet walkers with pepernoten at the Orderbos rest stop.
Who can walkers meet at the start and along the way?
Santa is at the clubhouse, and Sinterklaas and Pieten greet walkers at the rest stop.
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