5K races near Appingedam

The Lauwersmeer Najaarstocht begins and ends in Lauwersoog, located by the Staatsbosbeheer activity centre at the entrance to Lauwersmeer National Park. This autumn trail run and walking event offers routes of 5 km, 10 km, 15 km, and a half marathon. Stichting 40Mijl is the organizer, providing the same distance options for both runners and walkers. The routes traverse the Lauwersmeer area along unpaved paths, featuring open nature and a tranquil national park environment instead of urban streets. Shorter distances are available for beginners, while the 15 km or half marathon can be tackled by experienced runners and walkers. Camping is available nearby, and specific details regarding timing, parking, and routes will be communicated via newsletter a few weeks prior.

The TT City Run begins on the TT Circuit and concludes in Assen's center, connecting the city’s motor-racing venue with its festival streets. Participants can select from 5.4 km, 10 km, or 14.6 km distances. The event inaugurates the TT Festival, integrating it with Assen’s broader TT week instead of functioning as an independent road race. The primary courses all lead from the circuit towards the city center. Meanwhile, children compete over shorter distances within Assen: 500 meters for the youngest participants and 1.2 km for older children. The schedule also features TT Circuit Laps, allowing individuals to traverse the circuit at their own speed, accommodating those using mobility aids. Additionally, there is a Business Run for teams and a College Run for local students. All finishers are awarded a TT City Run medal.

The DSTV Decemberloop Peize is a December running event held in Peize, a village in Drenthe, northern Netherlands. Races for adults cover 5, 10, and 15 kilometers. A 5-kilometer junior race and free 800- and 1600-meter runs for primary-school children also take place. The route leads runners into De Onlanden, the wetland nature reserve situated between Peize and Groningen. The 10-kilometer race concludes the Univé Loopcircuit De Kop van Drenthe, with the day’s results determining circuit standings before the prize ceremony at the VV Peize sport house. The children’s program starts with a warm-up, and all Kinesis Kidsrun finishers get a medal.