The Puffin Run

Trail Running covering 20 km in Vestmannaeyjar (South, Iceland)

Location

Vestmannaeyjar, Suðurland, IcelandShow on map(63.4427° N, 20.2734° W)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +520 m

The Puffin Run is an endurance sporting event in Vestmannaeyjar, Suðurland, IS focused on Trail Running. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Seaside & Coast, Relay, Island.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Individual race (20 km, +520 m D+), Duo race (20 km, +520 m D+), and Team of four race (20 km, +520 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 (thepuffinrun.com).

Official website

The Puffin Run in Vestmannaeyjar (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

Nature & Off-Road Seaside & Coast Relay Island Forest

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Individual race	Trail Running	20 km	+520 m	8 m - 226 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Duo race	Trail Running	20 km	+520 m	11 m - 229 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Team of four race	Trail Running	20 km	+520 m	14 m - 232 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

20 km

Elevation gain

+520 m D+

Elevation loss

-520 m D-

Altitude range

8 m - 226 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

5.2 % / 9.4 %

Course format

Loop course

20 km+520 m D+Peak 226 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 8 m to 226 m above sea level (+520 m D+, -520 m D-)

Peak: 226 m·at 11 km·Ø 5.2 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does The Puffin Run take place?

The Puffin Run takes place in Vestmannaeyjar, Suðurland, IS (start area at coordinates 63.4427° N, 20.2734° 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 The Puffin Run?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Individual race (20 km, +520 m D+), Duo race (20 km, +520 m D+), and Team of four race (20 km, +520 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for The Puffin Run?

The main competition (Individual race over 20 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +520 m of elevation gain and -520 m of elevation loss, ranging between 8 m and 226 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 The Puffin Run?

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