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Volksmarching ( from German meaning " peoples ' march ") is a form of non-competitive fitness walking that developed in Europe.

Participants typically walk on an outdoor path.

Volksmarching associations offer incentive awards ( usually pins and patches ) for collecting a certain number of events.

Volksmarching participants enjoy recording distances and event participation in international record books.

More of a social event than a healthy outing.

Less frequently used terms are and Volkswalk.

A volksmarching is one of several possible Volkssports that can include skiing, cycling, or swimming.