Stroke is a largely preventable condition and even minimal amounts of exercise can drop your risk of stroke. ESO is actively working towards this goal and aims to get you activated.
ESO, in partnership with the Stroke Alliance for Europe (SAFE), collaboratively initiated SAP-E, the most extensive stroke initiative in Europe. This ongoing Stroke Action Plan, crafted by stroke experts across Europe, aims to reduce the burden of stroke by setting targets for evidence-based prevention and stroke services until 2030. SAP-E focuses on enhancing awareness and improving the entire stroke care pathway, effectively lessening the impact of stroke across Europe.
Join ESOC Fit & Healthy to elevate your passion for physical activity. Whether you’re hitting the court, powering through an energising bootcamp session or pounding the pavement, ESOC has the ultimate experience tailored just for you. Lace-up your sneakers and choose your game.
Get ready to make your mark – sign up!
The complete Fit & Healthy programme will be online shortly.
Morning Run on Wednesday and Thursday
Wednesday 6 May and Thursday 7 May 2026 , 07:00-7:45 CEST
Everyone who wants to enjoy the beautiful surrounding of the city in the early morning and is fit enough for a 5 km run is welcome to join us.
Meeting Point: MECC, main entrance
Group size: Max 50 participants
Bootcamp
Wednesday 6 May 2026, 7:00-8:00 CEST
The bootcamp is combination of cardio and muscle exercises.
Meeting Point: tba
Group Size: max 20 participants
Padel Tournament
Wednesday 6 May 2026, 20:00-23:00 CEST
We play in two groups / tournament on 8 courts with 4 players each
20:00 – 21:30 CEST : 32 participants
21:30 – 23:00 CEST : 32 participants
Meeting Point: Plaza Padel (Heerderweg 146-148, 6224 LJ Maastricht)
Participation fee: EUR 15 (incl. VAT)
Friday Afternoon Hike
Friday, 8 May 2026, 15:30-17:30 CEST
A hike of about 8.5km accross St.Peters Hill and the caves of a former limestone quarry, a nature reserve with unique views. It starts in the city and is accessible for everyone.
Sport or walking shoes are recommended
Meeting Point: tba
Group Size: max. 15 participants
City Bike Rental
Enjoy your active conference stay in Maastricht by renting a comfortable city bike.
The rental fee is only €15 for the full 3-day period — an easy and affordable way to explore Maastricht.
The bikes have a minimum of 3 gears, include a helmet and insurance, and will be prepared according to rider height.
Pick-up & return location: MECC Congress Venue, Maastricht
Rental period: 06 May – 08 May
(*You need to be logged in/registered to rent your bike)
Important information
- Please review the terms and conditions here: https://www.cyclecenter.nl/algemene-voorwaarden
• Your data will be shared with the third-party bike rental provider.
• Rental confirmation depends on reaching the minimum number of bookings.
• You will receive a payment link approximately 2 weeks before the congress via the third-party provider.
• Once payment is completed, the rental is non-refundable.
• Further practical information (bike collection, liability details, etc.) will be provided by the supplier.
• Please always use the provided locks when parking the bike.
