Are you an experienced marathon runner and are you curious about what lies 'behind the 42k'? Then the Linie1629 Ultra is a great first 50k ultra marathon for you. The Linie1629 Ultra is on a flat, paved course: The Linie1629 cycle route around Den Bosch. The route takes you along the historic lines where the siege of Den Bosch took place 400 years ago.
Distances
You can at the Line1629 Ultra participate in the following distances:
- 50 Kilometer
Details of this trail
- Line1629 Ultra
- Date: June 1st 2024
- Location: Vught, North Brabant
- More info: via this link.
Register Linie1629 Ultra
More information can be obtained from the organization of this event, via this link.
About Line1629
Linie1629 is a historical defense line in the Netherlands, which tells a fascinating story from the time of the Eighty Years' War. This line, constructed in 1629, played a crucial role in the strategy of Frederik Hendrik, the Prince of Orange, during the Siege of 's-Hertogenbosch. The line was part of an ingenious system of forts, redoubts and waterworks, designed to hinder the Spanish troops and isolate the city.
What makes Linie1629 so unique is the innovative way in which water was used as a means of defence. By deliberately flooding the land around 's-Hertogenbosch, Frederik Hendrik created an almost impenetrable barrier, which was a key factor in the successful siege.
Today, the remains of Linie1629 are still visible in the landscape. They form an important cultural and historical heritage, where visitors can learn more about the military history of the Netherlands. The area around the line is also an attractive place for hikers and history buffs, who can explore the old forts and fortifications and delve into the turbulent past of the Dutch struggle for independence.
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