Birken løp 2026

Birken løp 2026 is a historic and iconic Norwegian trail running event connecting Sjusjøen and Lillehammer. Featuring several distances ranging from a challenging 60 km down to 7.5 km, participants experience breathtaking mountain and forest landscapes, well-organized support, and a classic finish at Birkebeineren Ski Stadium.

🇳🇴 Norway  |  📍 Lillehammer  |  📅 June 13, 2026
📊 UTMB Index: 50K (60 km)
🏁 Point-to-Point (All Distances)

🎥 Race Videos

🗺️ Course & Weather Specifications

🚩 Start Location & Type 60 km: Sjusjøen (Point-to-Point) | June 13, 08:00
42 km: Sjusjøen (Point-to-Point) | June 13, 08:30
21 km: Birkebeineren Ski Stadium (Point-to-Point) | June 13, 11:00
12 km: Birkebeineren Ski Stadium (Point-to-Point) | June 13, 10:00
7.5 km: Birkebeineren Ski Stadium (Point-to-Point) | June 13, 10:45
🌲 Terrain Type Forest Trail / Gravel / Singletrack
📉 Avg Gradient & Gain 60 km: 2.10% / +1,258 m (-1,873 m) | 60 km
🏔️ Altitude Range 60 km / 42 km: Min: 269 m / Max: 1,079 m
21 km: Min: 267 m / Max: 624 m
12 km: Min: 267 m / Max: 524 m
7.5 km: Min: 267 m / Max: 499 m
🍌 Aid Stations 60 km: 7 stations
42 km: 4 stations
21 km: 3 stations
12 km: 2 stations
7.5 km: 1 stations
📍 GPX File Availability Available

🎖️ Points & Qualifications

🏔️ UTMB Index 60 km: 50K Index | 42 km, 21 km, 12 km, 7.5 km: N/A
📊 ITRA Points & Mountain Level N/A
📈 ITRA Finisher Level N/A
🇳🇴 National League N/A

🛡️ Rules & Support

🏃 Pacers & Support

Pacers: N/A
Crew Support: N/A
Poles: 60 km: Yes | 42K, 21K, 12K, 7.5K: No
 🎒 Drop Bags & Gear

Drop Bags:60 km: 25 km (Pellestova), 39 km (Nordseter/Sjusjøvegen) | 42 km: 21 km (Nordseter/Sjusjøvegen) | 21 km / 12 km / 7.5 km: Start / Finish Only
Mandatory Gear Level: N/A

🚉 Logistics, Registration & Facilities

🚿 Venue Facilities Showers: Yes | Changing Rooms: Yes | Toilets: Yes
💰 Entry Fee 60 km: 860 – 1,225 NOK
42 km: 860 – 1,265 NOK
21 km: 735 – 1,045 NOK
12 km: 575 – 795 NOK
7.5 km: 350 NOK
📝 Registration & Lottery Opening: N/A | Lottery Required: No
✈️ Nearest Airport Oslo Airport, Gardermoen (OSL)
🚆 Transport Options Direct official shuttle buses available from Oslo Bus Terminal to the Birkebeineren Ski Stadium (Lillehammer) with return service after the race.
🏨 Accommodation
🟢 Easy to find (Hotels in Lillehammer)
Note: Lillehammer offers a great selection of hotels, guesthouses, and apartments with convenient access to race venues and shuttle buses.
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📊 Historical Statistics (2026)

Race Category Starters Finishers Finish Rate DNFs DNF Rate Winning Time
Birken løp 60 km 300 292 97.33% 8 2.67% 5:04:40
Birken løp 42 km 143 141 98.60% 2 1.40% 3:02:37
Birken løp 21 km 750 750 100.00% 0 0.00% 1:11:06
Birken løp 12 km 750 750 100.00% 0 0.00% 0:40:59
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