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The Alpaca Race
Gothenburg, Sweden
June 12, 2027 to June 13, 2027Date confirmed
106 km53 km32 km10.6 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+3
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Ultra-Trails in Sweden
15 verified events with 60 individual races (5 confirmed dates) in Sweden complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events155 confirmed dates
Competitions60Races & courses
Distances5 - 321.5 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+9,074 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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The Gax 100 miles
Ystad, Sweden
July 24, 2027 to July 25, 2027Date confirmed
162.3 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+3
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Vasaloppet Ultravasan
Sälen, Sweden
August 21, 2027Date confirmed
90 km45 km30 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+1
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Kullamannen by UTMB
Båstad, Sweden
November 5, 2027 to November 6, 2027Date confirmed
173 km108 km53 km22 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+3
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Stockholm Ecotrail
Stockholm, Sweden
Date to be announcedDate TBA
80 km45 km33 km16 km+1
Eco-FriendlyNature & Off-Road+2
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Bunketorp Backyard Ultra Trail
Lindome, Sweden
Date to be announcedDate TBA
238.8 km197.9 km163.7 km129.6 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadForest+2
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Sätila Trail
Sätila, Sweden
Date to be announcedDate TBA
85 km43 km22 km10 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+3
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Fjällmaratonveckan Årefjällen
Ottsjö, Sweden
Date to be announcedDate TBA
105 km45 km26.4 km12 km+1
MountainNature & Off-Road+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 12, 2027 - Jun 13, 2027 | The Alpaca Race | Gothenburg, Västra Götaland, SE | Trail Running | 106 km53 km32 km10.6 km |
July 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 24, 2027 - Jul 25, 2027 | The Gax 100 miles | Ystad, Skåne Province, SE | Trail Running | 162.3 km |
August 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2027 | Vasaloppet Ultravasan | Sälen, Dalarna Province, SE | Trail Running | 90 km45 km30 km |
November 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 5, 2027 - Nov 6, 2027 | Kullamannen by UTMB | Båstad, Skåne län, SE | Trail Running | 173 km108 km53 km22 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Stockholm Ecotrail | Stockholm, Stockholm, SE | Trail Running | 80 km45 km33 km16 km |
| Date to be announced | Bunketorp Backyard Ultra Trail | Lindome, Västra Götaland Province, SE | Trail Running | 238.8 km197.9 km163.7 km129.6 km |
| Date to be announced | Sätila Trail | Sätila, Västra Götaland, SE | Trail Running | 85 km43 km22 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Fjällmaratonveckan Årefjällen | Ottsjö, Jämtland Province, SE | Trail Running | 105 km45 km26.4 km12 km |
| Date to be announced | Täby Extreme Challenge | Täby, Stockholm, SE | Trail Running | 321.5 km160.7 km80.3 km |
| Date to be announced | Uka Pain | Älvdalen, Dalarnas län, SE | Trail Running | 160 km100 km50 km28 km |
| Date to be announced | Salming Idre Fjällmaraton | Lövåsen, Dalarna Province, SE | Trail Running | 84 km45 km28 km |
| Date to be announced | Mossarun | Lindas, Kalmar län, SE | Trail Running | 101 km51 km17 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Ultra-trails span from 50 km to over 160 km across mountain ranges and natural parks, requiring mandatory gear, night running skills, and self-sufficiency. Off-road running on singletrack, forest paths, and alpine ridges, spanning short discovery trails to high-mountain ultra-trails. In this Ultra-Trails in Sweden directory, RunningCompass curates 15 events comprising 60 individual races, including 5 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 5 km to 321.5 km and elevation gains up to +9,074 m. Key host locations include Gothenburg, Ystad, Sälen, Båstad. Notable events in this selection include The Alpaca Race, The Gax 100 miles, Vasaloppet Ultravasan.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Ultra-Trails in Sweden?
This overview currently includes 15 verified events featuring 60 individual races. Of these, 5 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 10 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Ultra-Trails in Sweden?
Races in this selection span distances of 5 km to 321.5 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +9,074 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Trail Running.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Ultra-Trails in Sweden?
Top host locations include Gothenburg, Ystad, Sälen, Båstad, Stockholm. Representative events in the catalog include The Alpaca Race, The Gax 100 miles, Vasaloppet Ultravasan, Kullamannen by UTMB. Ultra-trails span from 50 km to over 160 km across mountain ranges and natural parks, requiring mandatory gear, night running skills, and self-sufficiency.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Ultra-Trails in Sweden?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 60 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.