In this type of walk, people of similar walking speeds will be grouped together. Most walks, though, can be walked individually or with friends. Pets and children in strollers are welcome on most routes. All walks may be walked for 'free'. You may also choose to participate in the Volkssport award system, where awards for event and distance are given for finishing an event.
All finishers are eligible for awards.
Also, in addition, each club may choose to have an award for a specified event. This award can be a medal, patch, or other item chosen by the individual club and awarded the day of the walk to all finishers. Volksmarches are usually scheduled on weekends. In addition to weekend events, there are year-round and seasonal events. They start at businesses, such as motels, hospitals, shoe stores, etc., and can have different hours of operation.