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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
SERegional Running Calendar
Running Calendar Races in Västra Götaland County: Races, Trails & Competitions
6 verified events (1 confirmed dates) and 22 races in Races in Västra Götaland County with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events61 confirmed dates
Competitions22Races & courses
Distances3 - 238.8 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+9,074 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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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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Ötillö Swimrun Göteborg
Gothenburg, Sweden
Date to be announcedDate TBA
39.75 km22.79 km8.83 km
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+1
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Mölndalsloppet
Mölndal, Sweden
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km5 km3 km
City RunNature & Off-Road
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Skövdeloppet
Skövde, Sweden
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km
Nature & Off-RoadKids & Youth Races+1
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 |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Ötillö Swimrun Göteborg | Gothenburg, Västra Götaland Province, SE | Swimrun | 39.75 km22.79 km8.83 km |
| Date to be announced | Mölndalsloppet | Mölndal, Västra Götalands län, SE | Road Running | 10 km5 km3 km |
| Date to be announced | Skövdeloppet | Skövde, Västra Götaland, SE | Road Running | 21.1 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Västra Götaland County (Sweden, Västra Götaland County) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 6 public events and 22 individual races, including 1 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, and Swimrun. Key host locations include Gothenburg, Lindome, Sätila, and Mölndal. Notable events in the selection include The Alpaca Race, Bunketorp Backyard Ultra Trail, and Sätila Trail.
Race distances span from 3 km to 238.8 km, reaching up to +9,074 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Västra Götaland County includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Races in Västra Götaland County?
RunningCompass currently lists 6 verified events with 22 individual races in Races in Västra Götaland County. A total of 1 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include The Alpaca Race, Bunketorp Backyard Ultra Trail, and Sätila Trail.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Västra Götaland County?
Events in Races in Västra Götaland County focus on Trail Running, Road Running, and Swimrun. Course distances range from 3 km entry-level races up to 238.8 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Gothenburg, Lindome, Sätila, and Mölndal.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Västra Götaland County?
The most selective courses in Races in Västra Götaland County climb up to +9,074 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Races in Västra Götaland County?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.