Halve van Hengelo

The Halve van Hengelo begins and ends at the stadium on Kuipersdijk in Hengelo. The youngest participants have a 500-meter Bambino run within the stadium, preceding the longer races. This spring road race offers six distances, ranging from short children's events to a half marathon. The 5k, 10k, 15k, and 21.1k all commence together after the youth and framerunning races. The event is affiliated with the Atletiekunie, with a participation limit of 3,000 runners. The main races commence with a 300-meter lap around the stadium before proceeding toward Hengelo's rural outskirts. The distances diverge sequentially after this initial lap: the 5k first, followed by the 10k, and then the 15k and half marathon. The 10k, 15k, and half marathon routes are officially measured by the Atletiekunie. The course is noted for its speed, though wind can present challenges in the final kilometers. The event draws children, club runners, business teams, framerunners, spectators, and volunteers. The race has a history extending beyond its fiftieth edition.