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Accessibility & parking

Whether you’re coming by car, bike, or public transport: here’s the best way to reach the starting location.
Route & Support

Aid Stations

We’ll take good care of you along the way. Food and drinks are provided at various locations.

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Baggage drop-off

We do not offer a luggage transport service. However, you can leave any luggage you don’t need during the walk at the gym on Dominicanenwal 2 in Sittard for safekeeping, starting approximately 45 minutes before the start. You can pick it up there again after the finish. See the map below for more details.

Safety & health

Dropouts and emergencies

What should you do if you can’t finish the march? You can find all the necessary information here.

Safety & health

Food and drink

Try to eat and drink a little every half hour, but always in small amounts. Do not drink alcohol or eat foods that you don’t normally consume. Ice and cold drinks are not recommended. A cup of soup along the way is fine, or a warm snack. Fruit is always good, also for quenching thirst. Special “power food” beforehand is not necessary. Just continuing to eat well is enough.

Preparation & tips

Foot care

Good foot care is essential during a long hike. Here you will find tips and information to prevent blisters and keep your feet in good condition.

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Kennedy-Mars March

Sing along to the Kennedy-Mars March at the start with all your heart! To practice:

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Merchandise

Merchandise can be ordered through this website and is also available at the KennedyCorner, located in the Mulders dé buitenspecialist store, and in the pavilion on the Markt during the event.
Preparation & tips

Overnight stay

The Kennedy-Mars starts early. If you’re coming from far away, arrive a day early and start well-rested! Check here for more information about our sleep-in and other accommodation options in and around Sittard.

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Program activities at the Market and on the route

There is plenty to do around the Market in Sittard on Easter Saturday. Check out the program here.

Route & Support

Regulations

When you register for one of our marches, you agree to the provisions in our regulations.
Route & Support

Route information

Curious about the routes for the various marches? Here you’ll find all the information about the courses for the Kennedy-Mars, Swentibold-Mars, and Mini-Mars.

Day of the march

Start Location & Times

Here you can find all the information about the start/finish location and the start times.
Preparation & tips

Training

Walking 80 km without training is not recommended. We advise you to have walked at least double the distance of the march before you start the Kennedy-Mars Sittard. A possible training schedule:

Preparation & tips

Hiking gear

What do you bring with you during the march? Here you will find practical information about clothing, shoes, and other hiking gear that will come in handy along the way.

Safety & health

Walking in the dark

Depending on your walking speed, you may walk part of the route in the dark. Here is what you need to know.

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