NUTS Karhunkierros Trail

Trail Running covering 34.8 km to 169.6 km with up to 3,910 m D+ in Kuusamo, Finland

Location

Kuusamo, FinlandShow on map(65.9646° N, 29.1887° E)

Date & StatusMay 28, 2027 to May 29, 2027Date confirmed

First edition2014

Elevation gainUp to +3,910 m

NUTS Karhunkierros Trail is an endurance sporting event in Kuusamo, FI focused on Trail Running. First held in 2014, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, Forest, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including 166K (169.6 km, +3,910 m D+), 83K (85.2 km, +2,040 m D+), 55K (57 km, +1,640 m D+), and 34K (34.8 km, +900 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed from May 28, 2027 to May 29, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (nutskarhunkierros.fi).

Official website

NUTS Karhunkierros Trail in Kuusamo (Work: "Djupfjorden, 2010 09", Photo: Ximonic , Simo Räsänen, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Djupfjorden, 2010 09" · Photo: **Ximonic , Simo Räsänen** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
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Event characteristics

Mountain Nature & Off-Road Forest High Altitude Multi-Day

Races & distances (4)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
166K	Trail Running	169.6 km	+3,910 m	1,150 m - 2,792 m	Loop course	Route & profile
83K	Trail Running	85.2 km	+2,040 m	1,153 m - 2,010 m	Loop course	Route & profile
55K	Trail Running	57 km	+1,640 m	1,156 m - 1,845 m	Loop course	Route & profile
34K	Trail Running	34.8 km	+900 m	1,159 m - 1,537 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

169.6 km

Elevation gain

+3,910 m D+

Elevation loss

-3,910 m D-

Altitude range

1,150 m - 2,792 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

4.6 % / 8.3 %

Course format

Loop course

169.6 km+3,910 m D+Peak 2,792 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 2,792 m above sea level (+3,910 m D+, -3,910 m D-)

Peak: 2,792 m·at 47.9 km·Ø 4.6 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does NUTS Karhunkierros Trail take place?

NUTS Karhunkierros Trail takes place in Kuusamo, FI (start area at coordinates 65.9646° N, 29.1887° E). The next edition is officially confirmed from May 28, 2027 to May 29, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at NUTS Karhunkierros Trail?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including 166K (169.6 km, +3,910 m D+), 83K (85.2 km, +2,040 m D+), 55K (57 km, +1,640 m D+), and 34K (34.8 km, +900 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for NUTS Karhunkierros Trail?

The main competition (166K over 169.6 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +3,910 m of elevation gain and -3,910 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 2,792 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 NUTS Karhunkierros Trail?

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