Montargis 21/06 replaced by Melun + possibility for early releases (PE Antwerp)
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Montargis 21/06 replaced by Melun + possibility for early releases (PE Antwerp)

Due to the high temperatures forecasted for the coming days, the board of PE Antwerp has decided to change the flight from Montargis to Melun. (+/- 75 km closer) This way, the pigeons would have the chance to reach their home base before the hottest weather. Please also take note of the announcement below regarding the release times for the upcoming weekend.

Montargis 21/06/25 is replaced by Melun + possibility of early releases

Due to the high temperatures that are forecasted for the coming days, the board of PE Antwerp has decided to change the race from Montargis to Melun. (+/- 75 km closer)

 

This way, the pigeons would have the chance to reach their home base before the greatest heat.

 

Please also take into account the following announcement regarding the release times for the upcoming weekend.

Announcement regarding the races for the weekend of 21 & 22 June 2025

Dear,

Taking into account the high temperatures predicted for the coming weekend, the chairman of the national sports committee has granted permission to release the Belgium races, if weather conditions allow, one hour earlier than the scheduled release times.

For the France races, the earliest release time specified on the release permit remains at 6:00 AM.

Kind regards.

The chairman of the NSC,

Denis Sapin.

 

On behalf of the PE Antwerp.

Secretary PE East and West Flanders

Nico