Pumpkins launched into water in Kasterlee, first spectators arrive

In Lichtaart near Kasterlee, dozens of teams are taking part today in the Pumpkin Regatta. They are racing in large, hollowed-out pumpkins in a relay on the water at the Ark van Noë. Volunteers are currently preparing the vessels, while the first spectators arrive. The starting gun goes off at 11 a.m., after which the race will be followed live.