Holten, January 28, 2025
The province of Overijssel has informed the Triathlon Holten that it is not among the “prominent events” that will receive subsidy funds for the next three years. As a result, the event misses out on more than €50,000 annually. The board of the Triathlon Holten has taken note of this with disappointment and surprise and is considering further steps.
The Triathlon Holten continues
The Triathlon Holten is an annual highlight for more than 2,000 participants, 15,000 visitors, and over 1,000 enthusiastic volunteers. For almost 40 years, this unique event has symbolized the connection of elite sport, mass participation, nature experience, and community spirit.
Anita Brinks, chairwoman of Triathlon Holten emphasizes, “Triathlon Holten is much more than a sports event. We strengthen the social cohesion in our region, inspire young and old to live healthier lives, and put Holten and Overijssel on the international map as a hospitable, sporty, and enterprising community. All of this is supported by our volunteers, who dedicate themselves wholeheartedly. It is disappointing that the province of Overijssel does not recognize and acknowledge this. We are extremely proud of what we have achieved and look forward with great enthusiasm to the upcoming edition.”
Consequences of not granting the subsidy
The failure to grant the subsidy does not affect the continuation of the upcoming edition. Thanks to support from the municipality of Rijssen-Holten, and the years of investment in strengthening the bond with sponsors and ‘Friends of Triathlon Holten,’ the continuity of the event is assured for now. Brinks: “Fortunately, we have things in order for this edition and we are a healthy organization, but the rejection means that in the coming years we have to puzzle again about how to keep our event affordable for participants and free for visitors, especially given the rising costs.”
Program on June 20 and 21, 2025
This year again, top athletes from all over the world will come to our beautiful Salland village. The organization of Triathlon Holten is proud that in 2025 Holten will once again be the battlefield of an international triathlon for elite athletes. For the 18th consecutive time, a prestigious Europe Triathlon Premium Cup race has been assigned to Holten by the European Triathlon Union. For recreational participants and the public, both a sporty and festive program is planned on Friday and Saturday, just like previous editions. On Friday evening, runners can once again sign up for the 5 or 10-kilometer running race. Additionally, the junior triathlon and the business triathlon are on the agenda that evening. Both days will be festively concluded with a spectacular opening party on Friday and the afterparty on Saturday.
Thanks to volunteers and sponsors
The Triathlon Holten remains a living testament to the power of collaboration. With the support of over a thousand volunteers and a committed network of partners, this event continues to be not only a sporting milestone but also a celebration for the entire community. Brinks concludes: “We look forward to making it an unforgettable event again together with participants, visitors, and volunteers. It will be an edition full of sport, connection, and fun. See you on June 20 and 21, 2025!”