Stoomtramloop Medemblik

The Stoomtramloop Medemblik begins with a ride, not a starting gun. Runners depart Medemblik via historic steam tram, are set down at their start point, and then run back to the station. This is a small recreational road race in West Friesland, typically held on the first Sunday of April. It offers 5 km and 10 km distances, with a participant limit of 500. The 5 km route commences in Opperdoes, and the 10 km starts in Twisk. Both routes conclude at Medemblik station. Automatic timing is not provided because of the split starts across villages, meaning the event prioritizes atmosphere over rapid times. Each participant receives a race shirt. Late entries are not permitted. The event includes practical amenities like parking, a supervised cloakroom, first aid, and massages. Stichting Medemblik Sport is the organizer. The railway journey imbues the race with more local character than a typical out-and-back fun run.