See Oktoberfest at Fort Belvoir! Walk 5 or 10 km (3 or 6 mi)

OPEN ONLY TO DoD ID CARD HOLDERS or PER-REGISTERED/VETTED GUESTS

This year's Walk/Volksmarch will once again be held on Saturday, Sept 27, from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm at Ft Belvoir, across from the Oktoberfest grounds at the corner of Goethals Rd. and Constitution Rd.

Due to installation security measures, those wishing to attend the walk need a DoD ID Card or to be Pre-vetted/sponsored by a DoD ID Cardholder. To be Pre-vetted/sponsored, you must contact grunewar@yahoo.com and provide your full_name, DOB, state driver's license # and SSN to seek access permission to post PRIOR TO Sept 7.

Both scenic trails follow mostly paved sidewalks, but there are several stretches with gravel paths, grass, and unpaved road shoulders suitable for strollers but not wheelchairs. The course is largely flat with some hills. The slopes on the hills are not steep. The route is rated 2B due to the hills. Many roads are named for famous Army Engineers. Also, look for historic markers along the way!

The Volksmarch starts between 9:00 am and 1:00 pm and ends at 3:00 pm. The Oktoberfest grounds opens at 12:00 pm on Saturday. The Volksmarch is cash only! There is no online or pre-registration.

Weather conditions will have little effect on the trail rating and the event will take place unless there are extreme conditions. The trail can accommodate strollers and wagons; however, they may require portaging over road curbs. The trail is unsuitable for wheelchairs.

The Starting Point is the Soldier Statesman Pavilion, across from the Oktoberfest festival grounds, at the corner of Goethals Rd. and Constitution Rd.. GPS coordinates: 38.7138585357 North, - 77.1470839401 West.

Directions to Tulley Gate/Entrance to Ft Belvoir - From I-95 North, take Exit 166A (Newington /Fort Belvoir). Turn right onto Backlick Road / Fairfax County Parkway. Turn left on Route 1 (Richmond Highway). Turn right and enter Fort Belvoir thru Tulley Gate and stay to the right as a visitor. After clearing security, proceed straight. Turn left at traffic light on Gunston Rd. Follow Oktoberfest / Volksmarch signs to parking at corner of Constitution and Goethals Roads. From I-95 South take Exit 166A (Newington / Fort Belvoir). Merge onto Backlick Road / Fairfax County Parkway and follow the directions for I-95 North. When you arrive, tell them you are here for the Northern Virginia Volksmarchers!!

This event is $2 for all walkers or $4 for those desiring Volksmarch credit!

Pets can come too! Just remember they must be on a leash and, unfortunately, they are not allowed in the actual fest areas.

Questions or issues on the day of the event? Contact Rob Grunewald at: Grunewar@yahoo.com or 703-303-5543.

Other Walks: See NVV website NorthernVirginiaVolksmarchers.club