Veluwe Power Hikers

With the Montferland Summit Round, you’ll explore the most naturally varied and hilly part of the Achterhoek — a 25 km route with around 400 meters of elevation gain.

The Montferlandse Summit Round introduces you to one of the most varied and quietly beautiful landscapes of the Achterhoek. The Montferland ridge was formed around 200,000 years ago, when ice pushed the land upward into a series of gentle wooded hills known as stuwwallen. Because of this, the terrain here is not flat — the paths rise and fall naturally, giving the hike a relaxed rhythm of soft climbs and flowing descents.

What stands out here is the peace. Much of the walk leads through deep forest, along narrow footpaths where your companions are more likely to be hawks, woodpeckers, pine martens, roe deer, foxes, and sometimes even the tracks of the shy local badger. Between the woodland ridges, wide views open up across the patchwork fields of the Achterhoek — and on clear days, even toward the Veluwezoom and Germany.

📍When and where to meet?
We’ll meet in front of 's-Heerenberg Bustation at 11h. We will start shortly afterwards. https://maps.app.goo.gl/h2s2cZQavW1XSByk7

🏁 Finish
After 25km, we will finish the hike at the same sport we started, since this is a loop hike.

🚗 Coming by car?
If you’re coming by car, there should be plenty of space to park because it is a small town. However, please come early. it is usually people coming by car that miss the start of the hike because they are looking for a space to park.

⏸️ Planned Breaks
● To be updated

💸 Payment
Please pay as soon as you sign up: To keep things fair for everyone, if we don’t receive your payment within 48 hours, we will need to remove you from the participant list. If there’s a waiting list, this will happen sooner (in less than 48 hours). If that happens, no worries — you’re always welcome to sign up again if there’s space.

🌟 Early Bird Deal! Join now for just €3 — available for 3 days (72h). After that, the price will be €4.

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👟 Good to know

• Refund policy: Cancellations are fully refundable up to 1 week before the event (This is Friday 7 novembre at 23h59). After this period, the fee becomes non-refundable.
• Hike difficulty: Our hikes are moderately challenging. Please only join if you’re confident you can keep up with the group’s pace (5 km/ h)— it’s more fun for everyone when we can walk together without long waits.
• If the pace is too challenging: We may kindly suggest you continue at your own pace. We’ll give you clear directions to the nearest bus or train so you can return comfortably.
• At your own risk: You participate at your own risk, so please make sure you have appropriate insurance coverage for outdoor activities.
• Payment note: With Tikkie we only see initials (e.g., J. Doe instead of John Doe). Please include your Meetup name in the payment note so we can match it easily.
• Friends joining: If you bring a friend, make sure they also register and pay.
• What to bring: Snacks, lunch, and 1–2 liters of water (depending on the hike distance).
• Stay connected: Join our WhatsApp group to be the first to hear about future hikes — ask for the QR code during the hike.
• T-shirts: Fairwear-certified organic cotton, eco-friendly inks — €25. Sustainable, odor-resistant, and perfect for hiking. Let us know your size and we’ll bring one for you.

Join us for an unforgettable high-altitude adventure as we take on the ultimate spring hike: the summit of Mount Everest. This ambitious 8,848-meter trek offers once-in-a-lifetime views, icy ridgelines, and that unique feeling of standing on top of the world—all within a single-day hiking format, VPH style.

We’ll meet in the early morning at Kathmandu International Airport, then make our way to the trailhead. From there, we’ll begin a steady ascent through alpine valleys, ancient glaciers, and steep technical sections near the summit.

Expect breathtaking scenery and atmospheric conditions ranging from crisp sunlight to light jet stream winds at higher altitudes. A moderate level of fitness is required.

When and Where to Meet?
04:05 sharp at the top level of Kathmandu Airport (near Gate B17 at the Kiosk). ⏰ Please arrive on time, as we won’t be able to wait for latecomers. 🥾✨

Note: We will aim to return to Kathmandu the same evening, but delays may occur due to wind conditions.

Where and When Shall We Rest?
We’ll take three short breaks:

• Morning tea stop at Base Camp (3,500 m)
• Lunch break at Camp 3 (7,200 m)
• Short summit pause for reflection and group photo

What to Bring

• Solid hiking shoes
• 2 lunch packs and 3 liters of water
• Warm layers (especially for zones above 7,000 m)
• Some extra oxygen if you tend to get lightheaded
• A compact snack to share at the summit

Notifications:

• Veluwe Power Hikers cannot be held responsible for any costs incurred—such as travel or personal preparations—in the event of cancellation.
• Feel free to ask any questions about the local wildlife and plants as we hike—it's a great chance to explore nature!
• The hike will only be canceled in case of severe avalanche risk (code 5).
• If you plan to bring a companion, please ensure that they are also registered for the hike.
• To be the first to get updates on new hikes, join our WhatsApp group! Feel free to ask for the QR code during the hike to easily join.
• T-shirts are now available for €25, made from Fairwear-certified organic cotton with eco-friendly inks—sustainable, odor-resistant, and perfect for your hiking adventures (limited stock, available during the hike)! Let me know your size and I will bring one for you!