2026 Europe Triathlon Challenge Long Distance Championships Almere-Amsterdam

Travel & Accommodation

Getting to Challenge Almere-Amsterdam is easy, with a wide range of travel and accommodation options available for athletes and supporters.

Choose from official partner hotels, including Van der Valk Almere, Leonardo Hotel Almere City Centre, Plaza PREMIUM Almere, and Holiday Inn Express Almere, all offering convenient access to the race venue. For those who prefer camping, Camping Waterhout is also available.

Almere is just 40 km from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, with frequent direct train and bus connections. Rental cars are available at Schiphol, while several taxi companies offer airport transfers, including transport for bicycles.

If you're travelling by car, multiple parking garages are located close to the registration, start, and finish area. Visitors arriving by public transport can easily reach Almere by train or bus, with contactless payment accepted throughout the Dutch network. Athletes travelling from the UK can also reach the Netherlands via direct ferry connections.

For a hassle-free experience, our official travel partner offers complete travel packages, including accommodation, airport transfers, and VIP experiences, allowing you to focus entirely on race day.

Extend your race weekend and discover everything Almere and the surrounding region have to offer. As one of the youngest cities in the Netherlands, Almere combines striking modern architecture, beautiful waterfronts, vast nature reserves, and a vibrant city centre.

Explore the unique landscapes of Flevoland, built on reclaimed land below sea level, with highlights including the Oostvaardersplassen Nature Reserve, the IJsselmeer, beaches, cycling routes, and outdoor activities. The city centre features over 400 shops, restaurants, and cafés, making it the perfect place to relax before or after your race.

Looking to explore beyond Almere? Amsterdam is just 25 minutes away and offers world-famous museums, historic canals, cultural attractions, and lively nightlife.

Whether you're travelling with family, friends, or supporters, Challenge Almere-Amsterdam is the perfect opportunity to combine world-class triathlon with an unforgettable Dutch city break.