On Saturday 9 May, the very first Belgian–Dutch Stone Skimming Championship took place at the Maasvallei River Park. Stone Skimming, also known as skipping stones, keilen, sjmieten or shuijfelen, has been something of a national sport in Scotland for many years. Enthusiastic skimmers flock from all over to the picturesque Easdale Island to showcase their skills to the general public. And to take home the coveted trophy for a year.

Around 100 participants competed for the coveted title and a place at the World Stone Skimming Championships in Scotland.

The video above brings this successful first edition back to life.

Curious about the results? You can read them in the press release ‘Stone Skimming winners announced’ (Dutch).