Frequently Asked Questions
When will the triathlon be held
The 39th edition will take place on June 20 and 21, 2025.
Where can I park?
Visitors to the Triathlon Holten are directed from the roads and the highway to parking lots with special signage. Everyone is kindly requested to follow the instructions of the police and/or traffic controllers.
What does the competition count for?
The Elite Triathletes compete for important ranking points for the Europe Triathlon Premium Cup and Europe Triathlon Junior Cup.
A competitive match is held for the 1st Division Team Competitions.
For the youth series on Friday, a podium will be set up for each two-year age group (8-9 years; 10-11 years; 12-13 years; 14-15 years; 16-19 years).
Amateurs competing in the Olympic Distance compete in 4 age categories for a top 3 placing, with modest prize money to be won. The categories are: 18-39 years; 40-49 years; 50-59 years and 60 years and older, with separate categories for men and women. Residents of Holten also compete for the Holten Championship.
In the 1/8th Triathlon, competitors vie for an overall podium and the Holten Championship; there are no age categories here.
What does the fringe program look like?
The Friday evening focuses on the youth triathlon, the company triathlon, and the Vivera run on a sporting level. Our (VIP) tent is reserved on Friday for participants in company teams and their support. Once everyone has finished, the awards ceremony takes place and the opening party with a band and DJ can kick off.
On Saturday, the celebration of the Holten Championship seamlessly transitions into a spectacular party with various live acts.
What are the overnight accommodations?
Check this site: https://www.visitrijssenholten.nl/overnachten/
Are there any contest rules?
We adhere to the NTB regulations during the competition. These can be accessed via the association’s website.
How should I swim?
You can choose your swimming stroke. Most people swim freestyle. If you’re swimming in a pool, agree with those in your lane about who will start first (the fastest swimmer in your lane) and make sure you always swim on the right side of the lane. This applies both ways, allowing faster swimmers to pass through the middle.
Wetsuit use at Olympic Distance
Wearing a wetsuit is mandatory when the water temperature is below 15.9 degrees and prohibited at temperatures of 22 degrees and above. This is under the NTB regulations, which can be viewed on the NTB site. Information on water temperature is communicated via social media and our website. A neoprene swimsuit is considered a wetsuit under the NTB regulations.
Can I wear compression stockings during competition?
Compression socks may be worn during a triathlon. However, there is one important condition: they may not be worn during swimming. During swimming, the hands and feet must remain uncovered. For this reason, most triathletes use compression tubes, which are socks without the foot section. Note: tubes are only allowed if swimming in a wetsuit is permitted in the competition. If wetsuit use is not allowed because the water temperature is too high, then tubes are also not permitted during swimming.
I lost some during the race. And now?
Send an email to deelnemer@triathlonholten.nl. Clearly state what you lost and how it can be recognized. We always receive lost items, but unfortunately not everything. We will check if it’s among them and contact you.
I would like to start with someone else, is that possible?
Please submit your request in advance via deelnemer@triathlonholten.nl and clearly indicate who it concerns. We will try to take this into account when compiling the start lists. However, we cannot guarantee that it will succeed.
Will triathlon training be offered again?
As in previous years, clinics will again be organized in Holten in the run-up to the Triathlon Holten:
- Kids clinic for children up to and including 15 years: keep an eye on the website
- Swimming clinic provided by ZPC Twenhaarsveld: keep an eye on the website
- Cycling clinic provided by Wim Reins Group: keep an eye on the website
- Running clinic provided by AV Holten: keep an eye on the website
You can register for the clinics directly when signing up for the triathlon (up to the start of the clinics) or via a separate registration form. Keep an eye on the website for more information.
As a participant, how do I get information about the contest?
On our website, you will find information about registration and start times for the various categories. Check races. More practical information is available in a booklet that participants receive digitally about a week prior to the event (this booklet can also be downloaded from the website).
What does the course look like?
The courses will largely be the same as the 2024 courses. Once the 2025 courses are finalized, you will find them on the website. Before the event, participants receive information including these details.
Participants in the company triathlon swim at sand quarry De Domelaar, cycle via the starting course towards the round in and around Holten. This round is cycled multiple times, depending on the distance. The Beuseberg is included in this cycling round. Then, participants run several rounds through Holten.
The Elite and OD triathletes swim at sand quarry De Domelaar, cycle via the starting course towards the round in and around Holten. This round is cycled multiple times, depending on the distance. The Holterberg is included in this cycling round. Then, participants run several rounds through Holten.
Recreational participants in the 1/8th swim at pool Twenhaarsveld, cycle via the starting course towards the round in and around Holten. The Holterberg is included in this cycling round. Then, participants run several rounds through Holten.
All participants finish in the triathlon stadium at Kalfstersmansweide in the center of Holten.
When will I receive my start card?
Information about your start number and start time will be sent to you shortly before the race via email.
Limit times
The website mentions cut-off times for the Olympic Distance. If you exceed them, you risk being pulled from the race by the Jury. The swimming limit is a maximum of 45 minutes, cycling a maximum of 120 minutes, and running a maximum of 90 minutes. The limit for participants in the 1/8 triathlon only applies to swimming in the pool. This limit is a maximum of 20 minutes. You can find more information about specific cut-off times in the participant booklet.
How long is the youth triathlon?
The Youth Triathlon consists of the following distances:
Supersprint Youth Triathlon 8 to 11 years 100 m swimming, 5 km cycling, and 1.25 km running
Sprint Youth Triathlon 12 to 15 years 250 m swimming, 10 km cycling, and 2.5 km running
Sprint Youth Triathlon 16 to 19 years 250 m swimming, 10 km cycling, and 2.5 km running
How is it determined which age group my child falls into?
For determining age, we adhere to NTB rules. This means that the age you have on December 31, 2024, determines the category in which you participate.
Example 1:
If you were born on April 15, 2008, your age during the event is 16. On December 31, 2024, your age is still 16. Therefore, you are classified in the category 16-19 years.
Example 2:
If you were born on August 15, 2008, your age during the event is 15. However, on December 31, 2024, the age is 16. Therefore, classification takes place in the category 16-19 years.
Why is Triathlon Holten written with an ' h'?
The Holten Triathlon has been around for almost 40 years. At that time, the triathlon was written with an ‘h’ in Dutch. The Dutch spelling has since been adjusted, and we comply with it. However, because we are known as the Holten Triathlon, we have kept the ‘h’ in combination with Holten.
I am from the press. How do I apply for a press pass?
You can apply for a press card via pers@triathlonholten.nl
How do I request results from other years?
You can request the results from previous years via info@triathlonholten.nl
