Varsity

The Varsity is the national student rowing regatta organized by the Koninklijke Nederlandse Studenten Roeibond (KNSRB). It is a historic annual rowing competition between Dutch university rowing associations featuring main events such as the Oude Vieren and Dames Vieren. The race is held on the Amsterdam-Rijnkanaal near Houten and can be watched from the southern bank or online. The event awards the traditional golden 'blik' and associated recognition.

Winner receives the golden 'blik' (trophy) and sporting recognition/eternal fame.

The competition is contested by university rowing associations from the Netherlands, with each association entering their top crews.