Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Hvitasunnuhlaup Hauka - Pentacoast Trail Race

Trail Running covering 14 km to 22 km with up to 430 m D+ in Hafnarfjordur, Iceland

LocationHafnarfjörður, IcelandShow on map(64.0291° N, 21.9685° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +665 m

Hvitasunnuhlaup Hauka - Pentacoast Trail Race is an endurance sporting event in Hafnarfjörður, IS focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Mountain, Lakes & Ponds.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Trail 22 km (22 km, +430 m D+), Trail 17.5 km (17.5 km, +665 m D+), and Trail 14 km (14 km, +532 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (hvitasunnuhlaup.is).

Official website
Hvitasunnuhlaup Hauka - Pentacoast Trail Race in Hafnarfjörður (Work: "Sakrisøy village and mountains Lofoten Norway", Photo: Smtunli, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Sakrisøy village and mountains Lofoten Norway" · Photo: Smtunli · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadForestMountainLakes & PondsHigh AltitudeVolcano

Races & distances (3)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 22 kmTrail Running22 km+430 m1,150 m - 1,331 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 17.5 kmTrail Running17.5 km+665 m1,153 m - 1,432 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 14 kmTrail Running14 km+532 m1,156 m - 1,379 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
22 km
Elevation gain
+430 m D+
Elevation loss
-430 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 1,331 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
3.9 % / 7 %
Course format
Loop course
22 km+430 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N5101520FS64.0291° N, 21.9685° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 1,331 m above sea level (+430 m D+, -430 m D-)

Peak: 1,331 m·at 8.1 km·Ø 3.9 %
1,150 m1,210 m1,271 m1,331 m0 km4.4 km8.8 km13.2 km17.6 km22 km1,331 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Hvitasunnuhlaup Hauka - Pentacoast Trail Race take place?

Hvitasunnuhlaup Hauka - Pentacoast Trail Race takes place in Hafnarfjörður, IS (start area at coordinates 64.0291° N, 21.9685° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Hvitasunnuhlaup Hauka - Pentacoast Trail Race?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Trail 22 km (22 km, +430 m D+), Trail 17.5 km (17.5 km, +665 m D+), and Trail 14 km (14 km, +532 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Hvitasunnuhlaup Hauka - Pentacoast Trail Race?

The main competition (Trail 22 km over 22 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +430 m of elevation gain and -430 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 1,331 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Hvitasunnuhlaup Hauka - Pentacoast Trail Race?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (hvitasunnuhlaup.is).