Dwars Door Mechelen
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About the race
EnergyVision Dwars door Mechelen is a multi-distance running event held over two days at the end of September in Mechelen, Belgium. Races start at Veemarkt and finish at Grote Markt. The event includes organised bib pickup, chip timing and race-day services, plus facilities for changing, showers and bag storage in Sporthal Paardenstraatje near the start.
Distances offered
- 1 km Persil Kids Run for children aged 4 to 12
- 6 km
- 10 km
- Half marathon
The Persil Kids Run is a 1 km route for youngsters. Each child receives a medal, a Persil kids T-shirt and a refreshment. Schools can register children at a reduced rate; individual online registration and on-site registration are also available. Children wear wristbands with contact details and are reunited with caregivers at marked symbol stations. Age group guides accompany the children and parents may walk with the youngest participants.
Timing for the 6 km, 10 km and half marathon is by electronic chip attached to the bib; the chip records net time and is included in the entry fee. The participation package includes a commemorative medal, chip timing, bag storage, marked course and on-course and finish refreshments. Results are published online the same evening. Name and distance changes can be made at the helpdesk during the event, with rules and possible fees applied. Medical attestation is not required; runners are advised to choose distances according to their own preparation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
