Key information
The Paarse Boscross by E.S.A.V Asterix returns for the fifth time as part of the Runnersworld Kempische Cross Competitie. The competition will take place on the 22nd of February 2026 in the beautiful woods of Waalre (Noord-Brabant). Watch the aftermovie below to get a taste of what the cross has to offer next year. Locations of the start/finish, parking, etc. are visible on the area layout.
Sign up
- Pupillen and junioren: €4
- Short cross: €4
- Senioren and masters: €7
- Recreational runners: €7
Registering for the competition is possible here. Registering for the relay is not needed. Participation is free of charge. No medals will be awarded for this event.
First, second and third place of each category get awarded a prize. U8-U16 athletes also get a medal for participating in the race.
Volunteering
We are also looking for volunteers who can lend a hand during (part) of the day. Any help is appreciated. The registration form will follow soon. Lunch will be provided to those helping out.
Schedule
| Starttijd – Categorie | Categorie | Afstand | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 | RECR | Recreanten | 5x Bellefleur (Max 9200m) |
| 11:00 | MSEN | Mannen Senioren | 5x Bellefleur (9200m) |
| M35, M45, M55 | Mannen Masters 35, 45, 55 | 4x Bellefleur (7390m) | |
| MU20 | Mannen U20 | ||
| VSEN | Vrouwen Senioren | ||
| V35, V45, V55 | Vrouwen Masters 35, 45, 55 | ||
| V65 | Vrouwen Masters 65 | 3x Bellefleur (5580m) | |
| VU18, VU20 | Vrouwen U18, U20 | ||
| MU18 | Mannen U18 | ||
| M65, M70 | Mannen Masters 65, 70 | ||
| 12:10 | MKC | Korte Cross Mannen | 2370m (Idefix + 2x Asterix) |
| VKC | Korte Cross Vrouwen | ||
| 12:20 | Prijsuitreiking lange en korte crossen | ||
| 12:45 | MU16 | Mannen U16 | 2370m (Idefix + 2x Asterix) |
| VU16 | Vrouwen U16 | ||
| 13:00 | MU14 | Mannen U14 | 1600m (Idefix + Asterix) |
| VU14 | Vrouwen U14 | ||
| 13:15 | Prijsuitreiking U16 en U14 | ||
| Vanaf 13:30 | MU8 | Jongens U8 | 680m (Idefix) |
| VU8 | Meisjes U8 | ||
| MU9 | Jongens U9 | ||
| VU9 | Meisjes U9 | ||
| Aansluitend | MU10 | Jongens U10 | 1070m (Asterix) |
| VU10 | Meisjes U10 | ||
| Aansluitend | MU12 | Jongens U12 | 1210m (2x Idefix) |
| VU12 | Meisjes U12 | ||
| Aansluitend | Prijsuitreiking pupillen | ||
| Aansluitend | Estafette (alle leeftijden) | 4x530m (Idefix) | |
Results
2026
Photos
The Parcours
The routes will take you through a mix of loose sand, hills, and forest floor. The entire course is suitable for running with spikes.
Location
General information
If you plan on arriving by car, please only park your vehicle on the left side of Hutdijk road or leave it a short walk away at the Sint Christoffel elementary school (Maximiliaanlaan 1). Near the start/finish tents are set up that can be used for changing. Toilets will also be placed near this location.
Also, make sure to check out our social media channels to stay up to date with the latest news and information!
Our sponsors and partners
Committee
From left to right: Mels, Vidar, Lorens, Jens and Jan-Niek
Contact
Email adress
If you have any questions, feel free to get in touch with us at
cross@asterixatletiek.nl
Postal address
E.S.A.V. Asterix, Onze Lieve Vrouwestraat 1, 5612 AW Eindhoven
Athletics track
E.S.A.V. Asterix, J.C. Dirkxpad 3, 5631 BZ Eindhoven