Amsterdam City Swim raises record 3 million euros for ALS research

The Amsterdam City Swim has raised a record amount of over 3 million euros to support research into ALS and related neuromuscular diseases, including PLS and PSMA.

More than 3,300 participants took part in the event, which included a 2-kilometer classic swim and a 750-meter junior and short swim. Among the participants were 12 individuals living with ALS. The event drew thousands of supporters along the canal route from Keizersgracht to the Marineterrein.

To ensure safety, the Waterschap Amstel, Gooi en Vecht monitored water quality following recent heavy rainfall to check for potential sewage overflows. The water quality was confirmed to be within swimming standards for the event.