NUTS Karhunkierros 2023

End of May in Kuusamo. The call of the Karhunkierros is irresistible – come and experience Finland’s most beloved hiking trail, transformed into a runners’ paradise! NUTS Karhunkierros offers diverse distances, from a novice’s joy to an ultra runner’s dream. Embrace the awakening of spring nature and live the thrill of trail running amidst the brea

166km 55km 83km 34km 13km

83km

ITRA Points

Mountain Level

Finisher Level

320

National League

RACE DETAILS RACE COURSE RACE RESULTS

Course details

Race Date: 2023/05/26

Start Time: 22:00:00

Participation: Solo

Distance: 83.00

Elevation Gain: +1790

Elevation Loss: -1670

Time Limit: 18:0:0

Number of Aid Stations: 3

Number of Participants: 850

About the Race

This 83 km journey takes you on the legendary Karhunkierros hiking trail, starting from the idyllic village of Hautajärvi at the Arctic Circle and culminating in the enchanting landscapes of Ruka. The route offers runners the chance to experience the diversity and magical beauty of this renowned trail. It’s the perfect blend of technical paths, hilltops of “vaaras”, and deep forests, coming together to form a true trail runner’s dream.

International Trail Running Association

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Born in July 2013, the ITRA (International Trail Running Association) aims to give a voice to parties involved in trail running in order to promote its strong values, its diversity, the safety of races and the health of runners, as well as to further the development of trail running and ensure a constructive dialogue between the national and international bodies with an interest in the sport.

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