My name is Maurits and I'm a hiking and trail running guide. I'm an avid mountaineer in both summer and winter and have spent many weeks in the Alps, Great Britain, and Norway.
We emigrated to Tyrol from Rotterdam with our two children. We trained year-round on the Rotterdam Alp so we could work in the Alps in the summer. Now we live there.
I've been an avid mountaineer for a long time; from high alpine tours to hut-to-hut hikes and from technical trails to family-friendly hikes. From skiing and snowboarding on the slopes to ski touring and snowshoeing off-piste. In both summer like winter I can be found in the mountains and I'd love to take you with me!
Good energy
Supplemented with the skills I have acquired worldwide over 10 years as an officer in the Marine Corps, this ensures that I can offer beautiful, challenging and safe trips.
Organizing is what energizes me. From weekend getaways with friends to entire outdoor weeks for guests. We rent out apartments in our Basecamp Ried , and as a trail running and hiking guide, I take our guests out on as many adventures as possible.
When I help organize a great event, but also when we're out climbing, hiking, or SUPing with the family. What also energizes me is when I'm out with guests, and the individuals quickly become a (close-knit) group.
Basecamp
My sports are trail running, running, mountaineering, rock climbing, and (tour) skiing. The reason: the combination of sports and being in the mountains, the opportunity to do a short workout or a long hike.
I want to add some more iconic peaks to my list, and with trail running, I want to do more long distances (competitively or otherwise), preferably a combination of both. Our shared goal at Basecamp Ried is to create a place where you come home after an active day in the mountains and are inspired for the next one. Learn more about Basecamp Ried.