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Gotaleden Stafett & Ultra

Valhalla IP, Göteborg, Sweden

May 9, 2026
Västra Götaland
Stafett
50 miles
35 km
Date:
May 9, 2026
Distances:
50 miles, 35 km
Surface:
Stafett
Location:
Valhalla IP, Göteborg, Sweden

Race description

Gotaleden Relay & Ultra is a completely new running and relay event taking place on May 9, 2026. Four races are offered along the scenic Gotaleden between Gothenburg and Alingsås - including individual distances (35 km and 75 km) and team relays (35/75 km) with stages ranging from approximately 4.5 to 12 km. The races feature varied terrain and beautiful nature, and the finish line at Nolhaga Park becomes a celebration with prize ceremonies, food trucks, showers, and After Run. The event caters to everyone from recreational runners to experienced ultrarunners.

Highlights

  • The course follows Gotaleden between Gothenburg and Alingsås with beautiful nature and industrial environments
  • Varying terrain: trails, gravel, and asphalt
  • The ultramarathon has a significant total elevation gain (approx. 1,403 m) and peaks at ~185 m above sea level

Additional information

Age limits: Relay (35/75) from 14 years, Ultra 75 and Sprint 35 from 17 years. Relay 75 consists of 9 stages (2 - 9 persons per team) with stages 4.5 - 12 km; Relay 35 has 4 stages (2 - 4 persons). Ultra 75: 75 km, terrain includes asphalt/gravel/trail, 16 water stations and food station in Floda; Sprint 35: 35 km, 7 water stations. Stage starts are located near public transport, and the organizer offers the possibility to book a bus to the start via registration. The finish at Nolhaga Park features prize ceremonies, food, showers, and After Run. The races start in Gothenburg (Valhalla IP) and in Floda (Garveriet) for the sprint, with different start points along Gotaleden. After the finish, a celebration and After Run await, as well as a training weekend at Öijared Resort in March 2026 before the race weekend.

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