Trail Running

The Mýrdalshlaup Trail Run

Trail Running covering 3 km to 21.9 km with up to 1,100 m D+ in Vik (South, Iceland)

LocationVík í Mýrdal, Südisland, IcelandShow on map(63.4194° N, 19.0097° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +1,100 m

The Mýrdalshlaup Trail Run is an endurance sporting event in Vík í Mýrdal, Südisland, IS focused on Trail Running. Key features include Seaside & Coast, Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, Culture & History.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Trail 21.9 km (21.9 km, +1,100 m D+), Trail 9.5 km (9.5 km, +490 m D+), and Trail 3 km (3 km, +114 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 (myrdalshlaup.is).

Official website
The Mýrdalshlaup Trail Run in Vík í Mýrdal (Work: "Cirrus front over Austnesfjorden, Austvågøya, Lofoten, Norway, 2015 April", Photo: Ximonic (Simo Räsänen), License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Cirrus front over Austnesfjorden, Austvågøya, Lofoten, Norway, 2015 April" · Photo: Ximonic (Simo Räsänen) · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

Seaside & CoastMountainNature & Off-RoadCulture & History

Races & distances (3)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 21.9 kmTrail Running21.9 km+1,100 m8 m - 470 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 9.5 kmTrail Running9.5 km+490 m11 m - 217 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 3 kmTrail Running3 km+114 m14 m - 62 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
21.9 km
Elevation gain
+1,100 m D+
Elevation loss
-1,100 m D-
Altitude range
8 m - 470 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
10 % / 18 %
Course format
Loop course
21.9 km+1,100 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N5101520FS63.4194° N, 19.0097° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 8 m to 470 m above sea level (+1,100 m D+, -1,100 m D-)

Peak: 470 m·at 14.5 km·Ø 10 %
8 m162 m316 m470 m0 km4.4 km8.8 km13.1 km17.5 km21.9 km470 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does The Mýrdalshlaup Trail Run take place?

The Mýrdalshlaup Trail Run takes place in Vík í Mýrdal, Südisland, IS (start area at coordinates 63.4194° N, 19.0097° 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 Mýrdalshlaup Trail Run?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Trail 21.9 km (21.9 km, +1,100 m D+), Trail 9.5 km (9.5 km, +490 m D+), and Trail 3 km (3 km, +114 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

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

The main competition (Trail 21.9 km over 21.9 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,100 m of elevation gain and -1,100 m of elevation loss, ranging between 8 m and 470 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 Mýrdalshlaup Trail Run?

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