14TH SEPTEMBER

ALMERE

TRIATHLON

LONG DISTANCE
CHAMPIONSHIPS

LONG DISTANCE
CHAMPION- SHIPS

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We are thrilled to share the highlights from the 2024 Europe Triathlon Powerman Middle Distance Duathlon Championships.

This year’s event saw over 750 athletes compete in a grueling course featuring 10 kilometers of running, 60 kilometers of cycling, and another 10 kilometers of running.

In the men’s race, Denmark's Simon Jorn Hansen successfully defended his title, finishing first with a time of 2:25:48. He was followed closely by Slovakia’s Ondrej Kubo, who took second place, and France’s Emile Blondel-Hermant, who rounded out the podium in third.

The women’s competition was dominated by Switzerland’s Melanie Maurer, who claimed victory with a time of 2:45:54. Germany’s Merle Brunnée finished second, repeating her position from last year, and Switzerland’s Olivia Keiser secured third place.

The event's course, set through the scenic routes of Alsdorf, provided an excellent viewing experience for spectators, with convenient spots for watching both the running and cycling segments. The atmosphere was vibrant and supportive, particularly around the central monument square, where the start, finish, and transition areas were located.

Additionally, the British Age-Group team delivered an impressive performance, earning twelve medals across various categories.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the athletes who participated and our gratitude to the supporters who made the event memorable. For more details and full results, please visit World Triathlon and Triathlon Today.

Looking forward to seeing everyone at our next event!

WHY

RACE IN ALMERE

nominated for four Challenge Family Awards!

Almere isn't just any race destination—it was a nominee for Race of the Year 2023, and for good reason. With its electric atmosphere and thrilling competition, it's the place where champions are made. As you cross the finish line, embraced by the cheers of passionate fans, you'll know you're part of something special. And the celebrations don't end there; indulge in the renowned Pasta Party, refueling your body while connecting with fellow competitors. With a community of supporters that's second to none, racing in Almere is an experience like no other—an adventure that's both exhilarating and unforgettable.

second-oldest traditional triathlon in the world

2025 WORLD CHAMPION- SHIPS

With your feet in the sand, music in the background, surrounded by thousands of fellow athletes and an even bigger crowd behind the barricades; goosebumps on your arms, the tension is tangible. That’s the feeling that ten of thousands of athletes must have had over the past 40 years in these final moments before the gun went off for the Holland Triathlon, nowadays Challenge Almere- Amsterdam. It’s not only the second-oldest traditional triathlon in the world, but it’s also grown into an Almere tradition. The event is inextricably linked to the Dutch city.

EUROPEAN LONG DISTANCE TITLE

Race for your country and get the chance to win an official European Title. Challenge Almere-Amsterdam is the proud host of the 2024 Europe Triathlon Long Distance Championships for both Agegroup and Elite athletes.

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ALMERE

Being a small town, any hotel in the city will be aware of this iconic race and welcome you.

The nearest airport to Almere Centrum is Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) Airport which is 31.7 km away. Other nearby airports include Rotterdam (RTM) (71.5 km), Eindhoven (EIN) (102.7 km), Dusseldorf (DUS) (161.7 km) and Brussels (BRU) (171.9 km).

Registration to the 2024 Europe Triathlon Long Distance Championships consists of two steps for Agegroup athletes:

  1. Registration and payment through the Challenge Almere-Amsterdam registration system
  2. Registration (and potential additional payment) through your national federation and the World Triathlon registration system to confirm your qualification

Deadline for both steps is July 1st, 2024.

Once both steps are completed your entry will be transferred from the Open Series to the European Championship serie.

In case you’ve registered for the European Championship Long Distance serie, a license of the national federation is required and participation is NOT possible with a day license. Also, you must meet the qualification standards of your national federation and race in the official uniform of your national federation.

In case of non-compliance with these rules, you will be placed in the Open Series for the event and not be eligible for European Championship titles.

 

For Elite athletes:

  1. Registration through your national federation and World Triathlon registration system to confirm your qualification
  2. Send an email to info@challenge-almere.com for further registration steps through the Challenge Almere-Amsterdam registration system

Note that step 2 will only be provided once step 1 is completed.

Elite athletes must meet the qualification standards of the national federation and race in the official uniform of the national federation.

HOW

TO REGISTER