ROTTERDAM, 2 September 2025 – Teams will soon be dashing through Rotterdam’s public transport network, tracking down mysterious “vossen” (foxes) in a fast-paced challenge with €5,000 at stake. RET’s latest OV-race brings together city exploration, teamwork, and a shot at winning money for a local club or cause.
Teams invited to join RET’s OV-race on 9 October
The OV-race, now in its seventh edition, will take place on Thursday 9 October 2025. Teams of two to four people will gather at Station Blaak at 18:30, where they will receive a special travel kit. From there, the race is on.
Inside each team’s reispakket (travel pack) are six mysterious photo clues, a RET travel card, a stamp card, team clothing, and some light snacks. The goal? Use the photos to find six undercover RET employees—called “vossen” (foxes)—who are hidden in plain sight somewhere on the RET network.
Teams must work together to decode the clues, plan their route across the city, and use metro, tram and bus to reach each fox. There’s no fixed order, but time is tight. Each fox will stamp the team’s card as proof of discovery.
More than just a race
Along the way, teams will complete two small photo challenges and record a short vlog (max 15 seconds) introducing the club or cause they’re racing for. Organisers will track progress using a live-location group chat, but the rest is up to the teams’ creativity, energy and navigation skills.
To win, a team must:
– Find and stamp all six foxes
– Complete both photo assignments
– Submit their vlog
– Arrive at the finish line—together
The first team to meet all the criteria will win €5,000, which goes directly to the club, team, or charity they are representing. A casual celebration for all participants will follow the race.
How to sign up
Teams can register via the Aardig Onderweg website. The form asks for:
– Names of 2 to 4 team members
– Club or cause the team is supporting
– Whether participants are RET staff or public
– A logo for the team clothing
All participants must be available from 18:30 to 21:30 on race day and agree to the terms and privacy policy. The deadline to sign up has not yet been announced, but spots are limited.
Want to join or learn more about the event? Full details, the registration form, and past editions of the OV-race can be found at: https://aardigonderweg.nl/
Why it matters to Rotterdam
The OV-race is part of RET’s “Aardig Onderweg” campaign, which focuses on sustainable travel and giving back to the local community. The event invites people to engage with the city in an unexpected way, using everyday public transport to explore lesser-known locations and support grassroots initiatives.
Rotterdammers who love the metro, enjoy a puzzle, or want to do something active for a good cause will find the OV-race a unique experience that combines city life with teamwork and fun.
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