Explore a shorter but hilly route around Ruka. There are climbs and descents, so find your own rhythm on the trails. This can be a good first trail running event if you prepare for hills and varied terrain.
See the gear for this distance ↓
Mandatory gear – 13 km
Carry the mandatory gear for your distance from start to finish.
- Mobile phone, protected from water
- Self-adhesive support bandage, packed waterproof (at least 6 cm × 100 cm)
- Cup
- Spoon
Recommended gear
- Water bottle or hydration bladder, with a recommended capacity of at least 0.5 l
Read the Event Guide to prepare for the start
Choose a broad start window when you register. When you are ready at the start area, follow the staff’s instructions and make your way to the start. Your timing begins when you actually set off on the route.
Start and finish
The start and finish are in Ruka pedestrian village. You do not need a bus from Ruka to the start for this distance. Minimum age: you must turn at least 12 during the event year.
Read the registration information.
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