Obstacle Course Racing

The Strong Viking Water

Obstacle Course Racing covering 4 km to 42 km in Wijchen (Gelderland, Netherlands)

LocationWijchen, Gelderland, NetherlandsShow on map(51.8092° N, 5.7250° E)
Date & StatusJune 11, 2027 to June 13, 2027Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +189 m

The Strong Viking Water is an endurance sporting event in Wijchen, Gelderland, NL focused on Obstacle Course Racing. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Kids & Youth Races, Multi-Day.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Obstacle Race 42 km (42 km, +189 m D+), Obstacle Race 19 km (19 km, +86 m D+), Obstacle Race 13 km (13 km, +58 m D+), Obstacle Race 7 km (7 km, +32 m D+), and Obstacle Race 4 km (4 km, +18 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed from June 11, 2027 to June 13, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (strongviking.com).

Official website
The Strong Viking Water in Wijchen (Work: "Mud race 121027-M-XO797-186", Photo: U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Rebecca Floto, License: Public Domain, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Mud race 121027-M-XO797-186" · Photo: U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Rebecca Floto · Wikimedia CommonsPublic Domain
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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadKids & Youth RacesMulti-Day

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Obstacle Race 42 kmObstacle Course Racing42 km+189 m18 m - 97 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Obstacle Race 19 kmObstacle Course Racing19 km+86 m21 m - 57 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Obstacle Race 13 kmObstacle Course Racing13 km+58 m24 m - 48 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Obstacle Race 7 kmObstacle Course Racing7 km+32 m27 m - 40 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Obstacle Race 4 kmObstacle Course Racing4 km+18 m30 m - 38 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42 km
Elevation gain
+189 m D+
Elevation loss
-189 m D-
Altitude range
18 m - 97 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
0.9 % / 1.6 %
Course format
Loop course
42 km+189 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS51.8092° N, 5.7250° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 18 m to 97 m above sea level (+189 m D+, -189 m D-)

Peak: 97 m·at 25.4 km·Ø 0.9 %
18 m44 m71 m97 m0 km8.4 km16.8 km25.2 km33.6 km42 km97 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does The Strong Viking Water take place?

The Strong Viking Water takes place in Wijchen, Gelderland, NL (start area at coordinates 51.8092° N, 5.725° E). The next edition is officially confirmed from June 11, 2027 to June 13, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at The Strong Viking Water?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Obstacle Race 42 km (42 km, +189 m D+), Obstacle Race 19 km (19 km, +86 m D+), Obstacle Race 13 km (13 km, +58 m D+), Obstacle Race 7 km (7 km, +32 m D+), and Obstacle Race 4 km (4 km, +18 m D+). The competitions belong to Obstacle Course Racing.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for The Strong Viking Water?

The main competition (Obstacle Race 42 km over 42 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +189 m of elevation gain and -189 m of elevation loss, ranging between 18 m and 97 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 Strong Viking Water?

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