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16 May 2026

🌋🔥 THE BATTLE BEGINS — WORLD CUP BRUNTÁL 2026 IS LIVE! 🔥🌍This is the moment we have all been waiting for…The World Cup in Bruntál officially starts NOW! 🥢🏆Hundreds of athletes from across Europe are standing on the start line, ready to fight for precious World League points on one of the most legendary Nordic Walking routes in the world — the extinct volcano of Bruntál. 🌋⚔️Months of preparation.Thousands of training kilometers.One goal: give everything on the course. 💪🔥🇨🇿 🇸🇰 🇵🇱 🇫🇷 🇩🇪 🇮🇹 🇱🇹 🇺🇦 🇪🇸The best athletes from across Europe are here.And today, every second, every step and every decision matters.Bruntál is more than just a competition.It is passion.It is emotions.It is a celebration of the international Nordic Walking family. ❤️What started years ago as a dream created by Petr, Vendy and the Nordic Walking Bruntál team has become one of the biggest and most respected World Cup events on the planet. 🌍🏆🎥 Be with us LIVE!Cheer for Your national team, feel the atmosphere of world-level competition and experience the emotions together with us from the volcanic trails of Bruntál! 🔥🌋📺 WATCH THE STREAM NOW!📊 LIVE RESULTS: https://my.raceresult.com/380862/Live Results – Bruntál World Cup 2026Walk Stronger, Live Longer. 🥢🔥

15 May 2026

�� WORLD CUP BRUNTÁL 2026 – OFFICIAL OPENING CEREMONY LIVE! ��Tonight, we are not opening just another competition…We are opening one of the most important stages of the World Nordic Walking League. ��Hundreds of athletes from across Europe have arrived in Bruntál to fight for crucial World League points on the legendary course around the extinct volcano — a place that has already become part of Nordic Walking history. ��� Czech Republic� Slovakia� Poland� France� Germany� Italy� Lithuania� Ukraine� SpainTonight you will witness:� Presentation of national teams� Official welcome by the City of Bruntál and ONWF representatives� Introduction of the international judging panel� Athletes’ and judges’ oath� Special thanks to partners and organizersBut this story is about much more than sport.A few years ago, this event started with a dream…With passion, determination and countless hours of hard work from Petr, Vendy and the incredible Nordic Walking Bruntál team. �Step by step, year by year, they transformed a national competition into one of the most respected World Cup events in the world. ��Tonight, the world gathers in Bruntál.Tomorrow, the battle begins. ��� Join us LIVE and feel the emotions of the World Cup Opening Ceremony!This is Nordic Walking at its highest level. ���

15 May 2026

🔥🥢 THE BRUNTÁL VOLCANO IS READY! 🇨🇿🏔️The judges led by Chief Judge Dariusz Janecki have already walked the entire World Cup course in Bruntál… and they are absolutely amazed. 🤯🔥The route is fully marked, prepared and waiting for the world’s best Nordic Walking athletes. But this is more than just a race course — it’s an unforgettable adventure through breathtaking landscapes, legendary climbs and views that stay in Your heart forever. 🌲⛰️❤️Tomorrow, this beautiful place will become the arena of world-class emotions, dreams and incredible battles for victory.Bruntál… are You ready? 🥢🔥

15 May 2026

🥢🇸🇰 THE SLOVAK NORDIC WALKING CHAMPIONSHIPS ARE ALMOST HERE – AND THIS IS MORE THAN JUST A RACE… 🔥🏆🔥🏆This is one of those trips where You return home with a medal… but above all with emotions, new energy and people You will remember for years 💚🌍On May 23, Železné will once again bring together hundreds of Nordic Walking enthusiasts – people who love movement, nature and an atmosphere unlike anywhere else 🥢⛰️Imagine this:🌲 beautiful trails through the stunning Low Tatras🌬️ fresh mountain air🤝 meeting and connecting with athletes from different countries🔥 top-level sporting emotions🏅 and the kind of satisfaction You simply cannot buyThis is exactly why the Nordic Walking World League attracts people from all across Europe.Because here it’s not only about results.👉 It’s about experiences.👉 About growth.👉 About people.👉 About feeling that You are part of something truly special.✨ WHAT AWAITS PARTICIPANTS?🎁 Rich starter package🏅 Unique medals and trophies🌍 International atmosphere🍲 Recovery meal and refreshment points🏁 5 km & 10 km distances💚 A community full of passion and positive energy📍 Železné, Liptov📅 May 23, 2026👉 Join us: www.onw.la/zelezne26⏳ Registration closes Thursday, May 21 at 8:00 PM - if You want to be with us in Železné, You need to hurry… we are waiting for You! 🚨🔥🏡 Still looking for accommodation?You can book Your stay here: https://zelezno.sk/| Športová Federácia Nordic Walking | Birell | Gabel Slovenská a Česká republika | Lukas Novotny | Zepter Stredné Slovensko | Trnafskí Walkeri | ŽOS Trnava, a.s. | Andy Hlavac | VKÚ Harmanec - legendárne mapy | 🔥 Follow us, because this is only the beginning of the emotions we are creating together in the world of Nordic Walking! 🥢🌍

14 May 2026

🌍🏆 WORLD CUP BRUNTÁL 16 MAY 2026 – THE MOST IMPORTANT INFORMATION! 🔥🥢⏳ The countdown is almost over!In just a few days Bruntál will become the capital of international Nordic Walking 🌍💥Here’s everything You need to know before the event 👇📅 EVENT DATES🔥 Friday, May 15, 2026 – Opening Ceremony🕕 18:00 | Náměstí Míru, Bruntál📅 Saturday, May 16 | from 8:00📍 ZŠ Cihelní playground, Bruntál - Entrance from Uhlířská street🏁 START AREALidl parking area – only 200 m from the event center🚗 Parking available nearby🕖 7:00–9:00 → registration & race packs🕘 9:50 → athletes briefing🏃 10:00 → 20 km start💪 10:30 → warm-up session🏃 11:00 → 10 km start🏃 12:00 → 5 km start🏆 14:30 → awards ceremony⛰️ Race route leads through the legendary extinct volcano Uhlířský vrch area!👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Categories for everyone:✅ Children✅ Amateurs✅ Elite athletes✅ Seniors✅ Athletes with disabilities🔥 WHAT AWAITS YOU?🚩 Parade of national teams⚖️ International judging panel🏆 World-class athletes🎵 Cultural program🥨 Food zone🥢 Professional Nordic Walking equipment🏛️ Castle Museum Night💚 Amazing atmosphere and unforgettable emotions!🔥 This is more than a race.This is a true international Nordic Walking celebration! 🌍🥢💥🤝 PARTNERS & ORGANIZATIONS:Město Bruntál - město mezi horami a vodou | Moravskoslezský kraj | ČUS | Northman | Kofola | Mlsni | Bombus | Fizan | Poppy | Tyčinky Havlík | Moravskoslezská nemocnice Krnov | Remi | LilJane | OPTIK DO DOMU |🥢 ORGANIZERS:Vendy & Petr Markovi together with the NW Bruntál team 💚See You in Bruntál! 🏆⛰️🔥

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12 May 2026

🏆🥢 EUROPEAN NORDIC WALKING CHAMPIONS 2026 – THE KINGS & QUEENS OF EUROPE! 🔥🌍Do You remember the incredible emotions from Tirano, Italy 2025? 🇮🇹The battles until the very last meters, the tears of joy, the unforgettable finishes and the athletes who wrote their names into Nordic Walking history? 💥These are the CURRENT European Nordic Walking Champions 👑👇🥇 5 KM🇺🇦 Iryna Oliinyk🇪🇸 Pedro Romero Delgado🥇 10 KM🇪🇸 Veronica Jerez Mira🇫🇷 Tom Wertmuth🥇 20 KM🇵🇱 Elżbieta Wojciechowska🇪🇸 Pedro Romero Delgado🥇 5 KM FD/MD🇵🇱 Aleksandra Witczuk🇵🇱 Zygmut DuszeńkoAnd now… the BIG QUESTION! 👀🔥Will they defend their European titles this August in Bełchatów, Poland? 🇵🇱🥢Or are NEW CHAMPIONS ready to rise and shock Europe? ⚡🏆One thing is certain…YOU cannot miss Bełchatów 2026! 💥📅 21–23 August 2026📍 Bełchatów, Poland 🇵🇱👉 www.EuropeanNordicWalkingChampionships.comWe are preparing something truly unforgettable for YOU - not just another competition, but a real celebration of Nordic Walking bringing together passionate walkers, champions, families, instructors, judges and fans from all over Europe! 🌍❤️🔥 Incredible atmosphere🔥 International emotions🔥 The best athletes in Europe🔥 Inspiring people and unforgettable memories🔥 A Nordic Walking festival created especially for YOU!Whether You fight for medals, dream about Your first international start, want to improve Your technique, meet amazing people or simply feel the energy of this beautiful sport… Bełchatów will be the place where Nordic Walking history is made together. 🥢⚡And don’t forget… 👀🔥In Bełchatów an absolutely spectacular challenge is waiting for You - the Relay Competition on the MARATHON DISTANCE for the very first time in Nordic Walking history! 🏃‍♂️🥢🏃‍♀️Team emotions, strategy, passion and unforgettable moments from start to finish… this is going to be something truly special! 💥🏆The countdown has already begun… ⏳🔥Who do YOU think will become the new European Champions? 👑And which current champions have the biggest chance to defend their crown? 🥢🔥👇 TAG Your favorites and share Your predictions in the comments!📅 21–23 August 2026📍 Bełchatów, Poland 🇵🇱👉 www.EuropeanNordicWalkingChampionships.com🔗 REGISTRATION LINKS:👉 http://onw.la/relays👉 http://onw.la/marathon| Klub Sportowy Nordic Walking Bełchatów | Nordic Walking Poland | Polski Komitet Sportów Nieolimpijskich | Ministerstwo Sportu i Turystyki | Łódzkie dla Ciebie | Powiat Bełchatowski | Miasto Bełchatów | Gmina Bełchatów |

11 May 2026

👨‍⚖️🌍 WORLD CUP BRUNTÁL 16 MAY 2026 – MEET THE JUDGES TEAM! 🏆🥢We are proud to introduce the international judging panel for Nordic Walking World Cup Bruntál, Czech Republic 2026 🇨🇿🔥At the head of the team stands true expertise – people who help shape modern Nordic Walking rules and work at the biggest events across Europe and the world 🌍⚖️ WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR YOU?✅ Maximum fairness – professional and objective technique evaluation✅ Respect for every athlete – judges are here to ensure clean and safe competition✅ World-class standards – under the leadership of Chief Judge Dariusz Janecki👨‍⚖️ JUDGES TEAM:🇵🇱 Dariusz Janecki – Chief Judge🇵🇱 Agnieszka Janecka🇵🇱 Katarzyna Przytuła🇨🇿 Anna Haderková🇺🇦 Snizhana Bezega🇵🇱 Dariusz Kosicki🇵🇱 Krzysztof Marczak🇪🇸 Yuliia Shurhina🇨🇿 Jiří Žaloudík🇵🇱 Renata Markiewicz🇺🇦 Zoriana Zinovieva🇵🇱 Urszula Szymczak🏁 Race Director: Petr Marek 🇨🇿This is more than just a judging panel.This is an international team united by passion, experience and love for Nordic Walking 💚🥢⏳ REGISTRATION ONLY UNTIL WEDNESDAY 13.05! 🚨🔥YOU CAN’T MISS THIS EVENT! 🌍🏆📅 May 16, 2026📍 Bruntál, Czech Republic👉 www.onw.la/bruntalwc26See You in Bruntál! ⛰️🏆🥢🤝 PARTNERS & ORGANIZATIONS:Město Bruntál | Moravskoslezský kraj | ČUS | Northman | Kofola | Mlsni | Bombus | Fizan | Poppy | Tyčinky Havlík | Moravskoslezská nemocnice Krnov | Remi | LilJane | OPTIK DO DOMU |🥢 ORGANIZERS:Vendy & Petr Markovi together with the NW Bruntál team 💚

9 May 2026

🥢🇫🇮 🇸🇰 INTERNATIONAL NORDIC WALKING INSTRUCTOR COURSE IN SLOVAKIA – NEXT COURSE STARTS JUNE 9! 🔥🌍📩 Registration & more information:www.onwf.org/sk/course?city=null&country=205Do You dream of turning Your passion for movement, health, and Nordic Walking into a real profession, international opportunities, and Your own thriving community? 🚀Join the prestigious ONWF International Nordic Walking Instructor Course in Slovakia, organized by Športová Federácia Nordic Walking, and become part of the global movement that is transforming outdoor fitness around the world! 🌍🥢📅 2026 COURSE DATES IN SLOVAKIA:🗓 June 9🗓 September 22🗓 November 17This course is designed both for complete beginners and for current instructors from other organizations who want to learn the latest methodologies, modern training concepts, and practical tools used by the fastest-growing Nordic Walking structures in Europe.🔥 What do ONWF graduates gain?✅ The most internationally recognized Nordic Walking instructor certification in the world✅ Access to the proven “4 Steps to Learn Nordic Walking” methodology✅ Knowledge of the revolutionary Nordic Walking Fitness Club concept – combining outdoor fitness, health, strength, interval training, and community building✅ The opportunity to create Your own classes, camps, workshops, and fitness business✅ International career opportunities within ONWF structures in 31 countries✅ Entry into the world’s largest instructor database:👉 www.InstructorNordicWalking.com✅ Ready-to-use lesson plans, educational materials, and marketing support✅ Access to the international ONWF community of instructors, trainers, judges, organizers, and leaders✅ The chance to prepare athletes for national championships, World Cup competitions, and the World Nordic Walking League 🌍🏆✅ Professional instructor ID card with QR verification system✅ A powerful network of passionate people changing the world through movement and health🌍 This is much more than just a course.This is Your chance to:🔥 become a leader in Your region,🔥 inspire others to live healthier lives,🔥 create Your own Nordic Walking Fitness Club,🔥 build a meaningful career connected with sport, health, tourism, rehabilitation, and outdoor fitness.🎥 See how the ONWF concept works in practice:www.facebook.com/onwff/videos/639553958551970🥢 Walk Stronger, Live Longer – Nordic Walking: Shaping the Future of Movement.📩 Join us now:www.onwf.org/sk/course?city=null&country=205#NordicWalking #NordicWalkingInstructor #Slovakia #ONWF #OutdoorFitnessRevolution #BeALeader #NordicWalkingFitnessClub #WorldNordicWalkingLeague

9 May 2026

🎉🥢 HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO KRZYSZTOF MARCZAK! 🥢🎉Today we celebrate a truly special person in the world of Nordic Walking – Krzysztof Marczak! 🔥💪Instructor, trainer, judge, speaker and commentator of the Polish Nordic Walking League, organizer of events at both national and international level, and above all - a man with an incredible passion for the development of Nordic Walking. 🌍🏆It is thanks to people like Krzysztof that our discipline continues to grow stronger, inspire new generations and attract hundreds of athletes and active lifestyle enthusiasts. 👣🥢Founder of the Klub Sportowy Nordic Walking Bełchatów and co-creator of many amazing projects, events and initiatives that have become an important part of the history of Polish Nordic Walking. 🔥Krzysztof – thank You for Your energy, commitment, professionalism and heart that You put into developing our community every single day! 🙌We wish You lots of health, endless motivation, dreams come true, sporting and organizational success, and many more years full of beautiful Nordic Walking emotions! 🎂🥢💚Happy Birthday and see You on Nordic Walking trails all around the world! 🌍🔥