Ultra Running Hub Gothenburg, Sweden · Saturday, May 8, 2027
Gotaleden Relay & Ultra
What the course asks
Typical conditions, May
Regional 2001-2020 average for May — NASA POWER, grid elevation 39 m. Not a forecast.
Course notes
- terrain This is a rolling course. Expect fast, runnable sections where rhythm is key.
- gear With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 75 km of trail with 1,583 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes 21 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition 75 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration Vests Pole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles 1,583 m of ascent to walk up.
- Headlamps A 12 h limit puts you out there after dark.
Overview
Setting out from Gothenburg on 2027-05-08, the 75-kilometer Gotaleden Relay & Ultra imposes a cut-off tighter than 80% of 50mi peers and more generous than only 20% across 478 comparable events. The 12-hour limit demands a sustained pace under 9.6 minutes per kilometer to finish before the course closes.
Maintaining that speed requires consistent output over terrain that averages 21.1 meters of climb per kilometer, accumulating 1583 meters of total ascent. The trail-heavy route directs runners along mixed paths—spanning primarily trails alongside gravel sections and limited stretches of road—as it journeys toward Alingsås.
Similar races
Other 50 mi trail ultras, closest in distance first.