”It sounds crazy long, but you have ten hours to do it, and it’s insanely beautiful. Do it!”
Johanna Näslund, Stockholm
”The atmosphere along the course is absolutely amazing. It’s not exactly something you can fully prepare for.”
Lisa Jonsson, Umeå
”The nature is absolutely breathtaking. When you reach the top of the mountains, you can’t help but feel pure joy.”
Ulf Berglund, Örebro
HIGH COAST WINTER TRAIL
CLASSIC 25k
High Coast Winter Trail – Classic 25k is the original route and an absolutely incredible journey through some of the High Coast World Heritage Site’s most iconic highlights. It may sound like a lot during winter, but you have ten hours to run, jog, or fast-hike the trail. Pack a few extra treats and something warm in your backpack, and you can look forward to well-deserved breaks with breathtaking views.
Alright then—I’m ready for a wild winter adventure and memories to last a lifetime!
REGISTRATION »
RULES »
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Jog where you can, power hike when you feel like it. Just make sure to look up now and then to take in the breathtaking views. This might be the craziest race you can sign up for – but also the most beautiful and fun of the winter season.
NATURE
You’ll experience some of the High Coast’s absolute highlights. It will be challenging – but you have plenty of time.
THE COMMUNITY
For many, it’s their first time taking on a race this long. But you won’t be alone, and you have 10 hours to complete it.
THE COZINESS & EXCITEMENT
For many, this is their very first winter race. On Friday evening, we’ll share the best tips.
Pre-evening >>
CELEBRATE THE ACHIEVEMENT
This is an insane race. So, we should definitely meet up afterwards to celebrate the accomplishments!
After-Trail >>
”I’ve run a 10k before, but this was one of the craziest things I’ve done. I’ll be back next year!”
Malin Wermelin, Sundsvall
CLASSIC 25k
High Coast Winter Trail – Classic 25k is a truly amazing experience for those who can jog at least about 10 kilometers and are willing to take on a real, exciting challenge while experiencing some of Sweden’s most beautiful landscapes with others.
It may very well be the toughest race you’ve done, but thankfully, you have 10 hours to complete the course, giving you plenty of time to stop, catch your breath, and enjoy the breathtaking views.
THREE STAGES
High Coast Winter Trail Classic 25k consists of three stages
Stage 1: North to South 10k
Stage 2: High Coast trail 10k
Stage 3: Skuleberget 5k
You will also find a larger aid station between stages 1 and 2, and be able to recharge with blueberry soup before stage 3.
CUT-LINES
For your safety and to ensure that everyone returns to FriluftsByn on time, there are two cut-lines for the Classic 25k. These times are quite generous, and we have not yet had to pull anyone off the course.
16:00: South Entrance. If you haven’t covered the first 10 kilometers in about 6 hours, you will be removed from the course and given a ride back to FriluftsByn.
18:00: Skuleberget. If you haven’t covered the first 20 kilometers in 8 hours, you will be removed from the course and given a ride back to FriluftsByn.
START
You check in on Friday afternoon or Saturday morning before the buses depart for the start. The start is a ”rolling start,” where your time begins when you cross the starting mats. You can find all the check-in and bus times here:
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Stage 1:
NORTH TO SOUTH: 10k
The first stage takes you through one of Sweden’s most beautiful national parks – Skuleskogen National Park. From Tärnättvattnet, you will run through the legendary Slåttdalsskrevan and across Slåttdalsberget with panoramic views. The stage ends at the energy station at the South Entrance.
Stage 2:
HIGH COAST TRAIL: 10k
The High Coast trail is one of Sweden’s most famous hiking trails, and during the Winter Trail, you will run 10 kilometers of this 128 km long trail. Your first 3 kilometers are along a forest road, before you embark on a delightful, rolling run towards the majestic mount Skuleberget.
Stage 3:
SKULEBERGET: 5k
The final test of strength and the biggest challenge of the race – the mighty Skuleberget, the highest mountain in the High Coast. The Northern trail leads you up to the summit at 295 meters above sea level, where you can gaze out over the World Heritage site before taking the incredibly beautiful High Coast trail down to the finish line at FriluftsByn. You did it!
FINISH LINE
The cowbells will be heard almost a kilometer before the finish line, which is located outside the restaurant Vardagsrummet at FriluftsByn. Wow, you did it! Now you face the toughest choice – a beer or bubbly right on the terrace while you’re high on running and not sure whether to laugh or cry – or take a hot shower and then join the celebration.
MOVIE TIME!
High Coast Winter Trail Classic 25k – What can we look forward to? We have a chat with Joel Backa, ambassador for Icebug.
WHAT DO PREVIOUS PARTICIPANTS SAY?
High Coast Winter Trail – Classic 25k is an experience that’s hard to describe with words. But we’ve asked previous participants about their experience.
MORE PARTICIPANT EXPERIENCES »
I would do this race every day of the week! An absolutely incredible experience and what an arrangement and dedication from all the volunteers!
/ Jessica Näsström – 25k
So happy and grateful to have experienced this with so many other happy and friendly people! So beautifully organized and what an amazing nature. I was among the last in the 25km class, but still received by enthusiastic, big-smiling people at the finish line. The only thing I can think of is that I want to do it again. Preferably now!
/ Åsa Rott – 25k
Returned after last year’s premiere. Just as tough, just as demanding, but above all, just as fun. Absolutely wonderful to run in this winter landscape. I’ll be back again, this must be repeated!
/ Agnes Zimmer – 25k
An absolutely amazing experience! I’ve never run this far before and my legs hurt so much towards the end, but it was worth every step. Magical nature. I’ll be back!
/ Emma Öhlander – 25 km
HIGH COAST WINTER TRAIL
CLASSIC 25k
High Coast Winter Classic 25k is a wonderful adventure for those who want to embark on a unique experience in the stunning nature of the High Coast World Heritage area, alongside others. The race briefing and check-in take place at FriluftsByn at the foot of Skuleberget. On Saturday morning, you’ll take a bus to the start. After that, you have 10 hours to enjoy the incredibly beautiful 25km trail, with the finish line at FriluftsByn. The day ends with a fun After-Trail. A great challenge, plenty of laughs, and a fantastic sense of community.
ONE WORLD HERITAGE SITE
FIVE EXPERIENCES
The High Coast Winter Trail offers five different distances. Twin Peaks 12k and Tree Peaks 17k start directly from FriluftsByn, while Classic 25k, Extreme 35k, and Insane 50k have buses to the starting point. All races finish at FriluftsByn. Click on each distance to learn more.
TWIN PEAKS 13k »
Come and experience the breathtaking views of the World Heritage Site. You have 10 hours to make your way up both Getsvedjeberget and Skuleberget – you’ve got this!
THREE PEAKS 17k »
Experience what is often called the High Coast Three Peaks – Herrestaberget, Getsvedjeberget, and Skuleberget. A tough challenge, but you’ll have plenty of time!
CLASSIC 25k »
From North to South, the High Coast Trail and Skuleberget. Beautiful views, lots of laughs, and a great challenge. Perfect for those who usually jog 10 kilometers. You have 10 hours to complete it – it’s totally doable!
EXTREME 35k »
We start on the same route as the Classic, but we also venture onto the mighty Bergsrundan (10k), where we experience Stampberget and take another trip up Slåttdalsberget. This isn't for everyone – but maybe for you.
INSANE 50k »
One of the craziest things you can do in terms of running. You start with the same distance as the Classic, but then you take on both Bergsrundan (10k) and Kustrundan (15k). Are you really sure about this?
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.
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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