Explore all categories of Sweden’s premier UTMB World Series event. Compare distances, elevation profiles, finish rates, and runner insights for the wild southern Swedish coast.
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📅 Oct 31 – Nov 1, 2025
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🏃 4 Race Categories
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👥 Total Runners: 2,128
Headlamps, footwear for mud, and layering for coastal winds.
📊 Race Categories Comparison
| Category | Distance | Elevation | Limit | Finish Rate | Stones | Drop Bag |
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| Ultra 100 Miles ↗ | 173 km | +2,300 m | 32h | 48.31% | 💎 4 | Yes (118.9 km) |
| Sprint Ultra (100K) ↗ | 108 km | +749 m | 20h | 74.46% | 💎 3 | Yes (46.0 km) |
| Seventh Seal (53K) ↗ | 53 km | +727 m | 10h | 94.83% | 💎 2 | No |
| North Shore (22K) ↗ | 22 km | +96 m | 4h | 99.64% | 💎 1 | No |
🌲 Course Characteristics & Helpful Tips
- Course Markings & Navigation: The course mainly follows the Skåneleden trail, marked with orange signs and reflective tape, plus red-white strips and directional arrows on non-Skåneleden sections. While marked, having the GPX file downloaded to your watch offers extra peace of mind for smooth route-finding.
- Long Night & Headlamp Strategy: With evening starts (100M at 18:00, 100K at 22:00), runners face many hours in the dark. Nordic autumn nights are long, so bringing a reliable headlamp and spare batteries is highly recommended. Getting used to night running in training is also great preparation.
- Trail Conditions, Weather & Mud: Depending on pre-race rainfall, sections—especially around Kullaberg—can get quite muddy and slippery. Sticky mud can cling to trail shoes, making them feel heavier. Checking weather forecasts starting about two weeks before race day is a great way to anticipate trail conditions and choose appropriate footwear.
- Coastal Winds & Layers: Coastal stretches often experience strong, cool winds. Wearing warm gloves, a beanie, and windproof layers helps keep you comfortable throughout the race.
- Aid Stations & Nutrition: Aid stations are spaced somewhat far apart compared to some alpine events, so carrying a little extra water and your favorite snacks is a good strategy.
🚌 Travel & Logistics
Race Center & Accommodation
Located in Båstad (next to Hotel Skansen). All races finish here, and 53K / 22K also start here, making Båstad the ideal place to book your stay.
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Airport & Train Access
From Copenhagen Airport (CPH), the Öresundståg train goes directly to Båstad Station in about 1h 40m to 2h. From Båstad Station, local buses take 20–30 minutes (approx. 6 km) to the Race Center.
Start Line Bus (100M / 100K)
Runners in the 100M and 100K take race buses from Båstad to the start line in Höganäs.
📖 Related Race Guides
- 🇸🇪 Kullamannen by UTMB: Complete Race Guide & Distance Comparison ↗
- 👟 Kullamannen 100M & 100K Deep-Dive: Trail Realities, Weather Prep & Nutrition Strategy ↗
- 🛡️ Kullamannen 53K & 22K Beginners’ Finish Guide ↗
- 👟 Kullamannen Trail Gear & Weather Survival Guide: Headlamps, Layering & Footwear Selection ↗
📊 Race Data & Results
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North Shore (22km) ↗
📏 22 km | ⛰️ +96 m | 🔄 Loop Course -
Seventh Seal (53 km) ↗
📏 53 km | ⛰️ +727 m | 🔄 Loop Course -
Sprint Ultra (100 km) ↗
📏 108 km | ⛰️ +749 m | 📍 Point-to-Point -
Ultra 100 Miles (173 km) ↗
📏 173 km | ⛰️ +2,300 m | 📍 Point-to-Point