HIGH COAST WINTER TRAIL
AUDIENCE
Are you joining someone who’s running the High Coast Winter Trail?
Take the opportunity to explore the area on your own while still getting the chance to cheer on the runners and soak up the atmosphere! Here we’ve gathered our best tips for you.
BEST THINGS TO DO DURING THE RACE
Have some fun in Vinterparken, hike to the top of the World Heritage Site, head out on an adventure in Skuleskogen National Park or treat yourselves to a visit to Paradiset Water Park & Spa.
VINTERPARKEN »
The finish line is at FriluftsByn, and right next door you’ll find Vinterparken, where you can go ice skating, cross-country skiing, take a relaxing walk or have some fun at the playground. When you’re ready for something tasty, stop by Vinterfiket right by the finish line.
HIKE SKULEBERGET »
Choose between Höga Kustenstigen, one of Sweden’s most beautiful trails, or the shorter Linbanestigen up to the top of the World Heritage Site. At the top, you’ll be rewarded with incredible views and Toppstugan, where you can enjoy lunch and crispy waffles.
HIKE SLÅTTDALSSKREVAN »
An adventure for those of you who want to head out into Skuleskogen National Park. Start from Entré Syd and bring something tasty to eat.
PARADISET BATH & SPA »
Drive into Örnsköldsvik and enjoy Paradiset Water Park & Spa.
BEST SPOTS FOR SPECTATORS
Want to head out along the course and cheer on family or friends? Here we’ve listed the best spots to cheer on the runners while enjoying a great experience of your own.
1. TOP of MT. SKULEBERGET »
If you get the chance, make your way up to the top of the High Coast World Heritage Site. All runners pass through here, and you can warm up and grab something tasty to eat at Toppstugan.
Getting here: Moderate. 1.3 – 2.5 km to the top.
2. FRILUFTSBYN
Choose between Höga Kustenstigen, one of Sweden’s most beautiful trails, or the shorter Linbanestigen up to the top of the World Heritage Site. You’ll be rewarded with incredible views at the Top Cabin, where you can enjoy lunch and crispy waffles
Getting here: Easy.
3. SLÅTTDALSSKREVAN
& SLÅTTDALSBERGET »
If you want to head into Skuleskogen National Park, Slåttdalsskrevan and Slåttdalsberget are perfect spots. Start from Entré Syd and enjoy a beautiful hike. Just make sure to bring a warm jacket and something to sit on.
Getting here: Challenging, approx. 3 km from Entré Syd.
4. SOUTH ENTRANCE
At the south entrance, we have an aid station where you can of course cheer on the runners or hand them some extra fuel. However, we wouldn’t recommend this particular spot as there aren’t any special views or experiences to enjoy. There’s also nowhere to grab something to eat, unlike at the top of Skuleberget or at the finish line.
Getting here: By car, approx. 15 minutes from FriluftsByn.
Café & Restaurants
Skulebergets Top cabin »
Skuleberget Top cabin is open on Saturday. From here, you can watch runners pass by throughout the day.
Winter cafe »
During the day, Vinterfiket is open in Vardagsrummet. Enjoy our popular semlor, grab some lunch and take in the view right across the finish line.
Restaurant Vardagsrummet »
On Friday and Saturday evening, Vardagsrummet is open for pre-race hangouts and after-trail. Everyone is welcome.
ONE WORLD HERITAGE SITE
FIVE EXPERIENCES
The High Coast Winter Trail features five unique distances, each offering a different way to experience Sweden’s stunning High Coast. Twin Peaks 13k and Three Peaks 17k start right from FriluftsByn, while Classic 26k/31k, Extreme 36k, and Insane 50k begin with a bus ride from FriluftsByn to their scenic starting points.
All routes finish back at FriluftsByn, where the celebration begins. Click on each distance to discover more.
TWIN PEAKS 13k »
Come and experience the breathtaking views of the World Heritage Site. You have 7 hours to make your way up both Getsvedjeberget and Skuleberget – you’ve got this!
THREE PEAKS 17k »
Experience the legendary High Coast Three Peaks – Herrestaberget, Getsvedjeberget, and Skuleberget. A true winter adventure with time to enjoy every view.
CLASSIC 26k/31k »
The signature distance of the High Coast Winter Trail. Choose between the Classic 26k or Classic XL 31k and experience up to 10 hours of breathtaking scenery, Nordic winter magic, and shared adventure.
EXTREME 36k »
For those seeking a extreme winter challenge. Follow the Classic XL 31k trail before adding another mountain and stunning views of Sweden’s High Coast. Brutal, breathtaking – and absolutely unforgettable.
INSANE 50k »
The wildest distance – beautiful, brutal, and unforgettable. A winter journey through the dramatic landscapes of Sweden’s High Coast that tests both body and mind.
YOUR GUIDE TO
THE HIGH COAST WINTER TRAIL
Here we’ve gathered tips and things worth knowing before you arrive for the highlight of the winter.
PREPARATIONS »
Equipment tips, travel, and accommodation.
PARTICIPANT PM »
The details you should keep an eye on.
PRE-EVENING »
We meet for a relaxed hangout, tips, and motivation.
AFTER-TRAIL »
Together, we celebrate our achievements.
AUDIENCE »
Friends and family are in for an adventure too!
THE HIGH COAST »
Experience more of the High Coast of Sweden