The Venloop is one of the biggest running weekends in the south of the Netherlands, and 2027 is its 20th edition. Venlo goes all out: the city centre fills with bands and crowds, and the party atmosphere is a big part of the appeal.
Saturday belongs to walkers with the Neptunus Walk, and Sunday is race day for the Arrow Venloop, from kids runs to the half marathon.
- When: Saturday 20 March 2027 (Neptunus Walk) and Sunday 21 March 2027 (Arrow Venloop). On Sunday the 5 km starts at 10:50, the 10 km at 12:00 and the half marathon at 14:00.
- Where: Venlo city centre
- Distances: Runs: kids runs, 5 km, 10 km and half marathon. Walks: 8.5 km Walk and Wheels, 10, 20 and 30 km, and a walking marathon.
- Tickets: The half marathon sold out within days. The 5 km (€19 to €24), 10 km (€28.50 to €32.50) and walks (€15 to €25) are open, with prices rising over time. Register on the official site.
- Getting there: Train to Venlo (via Eindhoven), then walk into the centre.
Good to know: Book accommodation early if you plan to stay over, as the town fills up.
More races and walks: Running and walking events in the Netherlands 2027.
