The competition normally takes place in early January.

Sections of the road race cross along the beach and sand dunes of the village, situated on the North Sea coast.

[1] In addition to the elite level races, the event features recreational fun runs for the public, including a team race for friends or colleagues.

A record 10,370 participants competed in 2000 and the race continued to grow in popularity, attracting over 16,500 people for the 2009 edition.

The event is organised by Le Champion – a Dutch running club which also organises the Dam tot Damloop and Zandvoort Circuit Run, among other races.