Monday, July 27 - criterium
The 2026 concept programme (start times/distances/sprints) is under the condition of getting permits. This is a concept and it might change closer to the event.
The lap 1,8 kilometers long (gpx). We sprint for the green jersey after the bell rings. Bib numbers are worn left. Prize ceremony of each category during the formal opening ceremony on De Brink in Assen from 4pm. 
MANDATORY PARKING: VREDEVELDSEWEG 70, ASSEN
Take care and be sensible about parking. Follow the directions of the traffic marshals to the special parking lot. Do not inconvenience people who shop or live here. We depend on the good will of residents to race on public roads. If we see infractions, fines will be given.
| Start | Category | Distance | Laps | Sprint green |
| 8:15 | 1 | 5,4km | 3 | 1 |
| 8:30 | 2 | 7,2km | 4 | 1 |
| 8:50 | 3 | 9km | 5 | 2 |
| 9:15 | 4 | 12,6km | 7 | 2 |
| 9:45 | 5 | 16,2km | 9 | 3 |
| 10:20 | 6 | 21,6km | 12 | 3 |
| 11:00 | 7 | 28,8km | 16 | 4 |
| 12:00 | U17 boys (2011) | 41,4km | 23 | 6 |
| 13:10 | U17 girls | 36km | 20 | 5 |
| 14:20 | U17 boys (2010) | 41,4km | 23 | 6 |
The opening of the 59th European Junior Cycling Tour Assen is from 4pm on De Brink in Assen.
