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On Saturday 12 December 2026, Rotterdam city centre will be illuminated with an extra special atmosphere as hundreds of walkers come together to take a stand against dementia. During the Rotterdam Memory Walk, you’ll follow a beautiful 7.5-kilometre route past some of the city’s most stunning locations, while supporting vital dementia research at Erasmus MC.
The Rotterdam Memory Walk starts and finishes at Plein 1940, overlooking the Wijnhaven. The walk sets off at 6.30 pm, just in time to enjoy the city at its most beautiful, illuminated in the evening light. The route takes you past iconic landmarks such as Witte de Withstraat, Markthal, the Cube Houses, the Oude Haven and, of course, the Erasmus Bridge. An evening filled with atmosphere, activity and meaning.
Just like last year, the Memory Walk takes you right through Erasmus MC, where dementia research is carried out every day. This special moment along the route adds extra meaning to the walk: you get to see first-hand what your contribution is helping to support.
There’s plenty to enjoy at the event site and along the route. DJs and an enthusiastic host keep the energy high, while food trucks serve up hot sandwiches, poffertjes (mini Dutch pancakes) and, of course, hot chocolate. The perfect way to warm up before or after your walk.
5.00 pm: Event site opens
5.00 pm: Participant packs available for collection until 7.15 pm
5.20 pm: Live performance by party singer Irvine
6.10 pm: Announcement of the amount raised for dementia research
6.30 pm: Rotterdam Memory Walk starts (groups set off every 15 minutes)
9.30 pm: Final walkers cross the finish line
10.00 pm: Event closes
Ready to lace up your walking shoes? Sign up and join the walk on 12 December. You can take part individually or as part of a team. Corporate packages are also available, allowing you to join with your colleagues. You can even set up your own fundraising page to raise money for dementia research.
