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Akrafjall Ultra Trail Run
2026-05-16 06:30 - 16:00 UTC
Akrafjall Ultra
Akrafjall Ultra is a trail race held in Akranes on May 16, making it accessible for most people who want to try trail running near the capital area.All distances award ITRA points and are therefore recognized as qualifying races for events such as the Laugavegur Ultra Marathon.
Time limits apply to all distances (see below)
10 km – start at 11:00
20 km (~650 m elevation gain) – 4-hour time limit, start at 10:00
27 km (~1250 m elevation gain) – 5-hour time limit, start at 09:00
NEW distance: 46 km (~2100 m elevation gain)
The race starts at UltraForm Akranes, Ægisbraut 29, and finishes at Akraneshöllin sports hall.
Race packet pickup
Packets will be available at Sportvörur, Dalvegur 32 (date to be announced).
Participants receive 25% discount on shoes, clothing, and running gear when picking up their bib.
Packets can also be picked up on race day from 06:30 at UltraForm Akranes, Ægisbraut 29, until your start time.
You may collect packets for friends or others.
Aid stations
One aid station will be located at the Akrafjall parking lot (for 20 km & 27 km runners).
Another station on the opposite side of the mountain is for 46 km runners.
20 km runners: pass the aid station twice
at 9.6 km and again at ~13.2 km
27 km runners: also pass twice
at 9.6 km and ~13.2 km
(no additional stations due to ITRA rules)
46 km runners: pass the Akrafjall parking station three times
at 9.6 km, ~22 km, and 35 km
plus water available from a stream at km 41 after the last peak (Geirmundartindur)
10 km: no aid station on the course.
➡️ Please bring your own cup/container, though some cups will be available.
Supplies include:Vithit Energy drink, water and “Magic”, Holle chocolate, Clif Bar, Corny Soft Protein bars, bananas, and apples.
Course routes
10 km: flat trail course
20 km: includes Háahnúkur (555 m)
27 km: includes Háahnúkur (555 m) and Geirmundartindur (640 m)
46 km:
up Háahnúkur (555 m), run along the ridge and descend the far side (cut-off 3:30)
return the same route back up Háahnúkur and down to parking (cut-off 5:50)
finally up Geirmundartindur (640 m) (finish cut-off 8:00)
⚠️ The race does not start and finish at the same location.
Parking
Krónan Akranes
Grundaskóli (near Akraneshöllin finish area)
Brekkubæjarskóli (near UltraForm start)
Bónus (slightly farther from Akraneshöllin)
After the race
100+ raffle prizes
Hamburger for runners
Recovery sports drink
Innnes provides protein Corny bars, fruit, and VIT-HIT drinks
Dave & Jon’s tasting samples
Free entry to the swimming pool and Guðlaug hot spring for runners
PhotosPhotos will most likely be posted the next day on the race’s Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/people/Akrafjall-Ultra/61553015985775/
InstagramFeel free to tag yourself. You’ll also find plenty of information there about the race routes and more:https://www.instagram.com/akrafjallultra/
Results:https://timataka.net/akrafjallultra2025Split times will be recorded at Háahnúkur and Geirmundartindur.

Mt. Esja Ultra
2026-06-13 08:00 - 23:00 | From Reykjavík, Reykjavík, 101, Iceland
Mt. Esja Ultra
The Mt. Esja Ultra mountain running festival will be held for the 15th time on Saturday, June 13, 2026.
Registration opens: February 2 at 12:00
15 YEARS OF MT. ESJA ULTRA – 15-HOUR RACE!
To celebrate the 15th anniversary, there will be:

A 15-hour endurance race
The Mt. Esja Half Marathon
An adventure run for children

(The Mt. Esja Ultra Marathon will return in 2027.)
15-Hour Race
How many times can you reach “Steinn” in 15 hours?
The course follows the classic loop:

Through the forest (Skógræktin)
Up the left side to Steinn
Down the right side

Awards (15-hour race)

Prizes for the top 3 men and women (those completing the most laps in 15 hours)
Winners receive the famous “Esjusteinn” trophy, handcrafted by stonemason Þórir Sigmundsson using stones from Mt. Esja

Additional awards:

First man and woman to complete 5 laps
First man and woman to complete 10 laps(The same person can win multiple categories.)

Timing & Rules

Competitors are ranked by number of laps completed
Official times (chip time only) are recorded
Results for 5, 10, and 15 laps are registered with ITRA (based on the longest distance completed)

If multiple runners complete the same number of laps:

The winner is the one who finishes the final lap first

Runners may stop at any time, but must complete at least 5 laps to avoid a DNF (Did Not Finish).
Race Time

Start: 08:00 on June 13
Finish: 23:00 (15 hours total)

Limited spots available for the 15-hour race
Mt. Esja Half Marathon
The half marathon will be held for the third time.

Distance: ~21 km
Elevation gain: ~1,500 meters
Start location: Esjustofa

The route follows a scenic and well-designed trail along the foothills and slopes of Mt. Esja, offering great views.
It’s an ideal preparation race for longer trail and mountain runs such as the Laugavegur Ultra Marathon.
Awards (Half Marathon)

Prizes for the top 3 men and women
Winners also receive the renowned Esjusteinn trophy, handcrafted from stones found on Mt. Esja

Snæfellsjökull Run
2026-06-20 12:00 - 16:30
Snæfellsjökull Run (Snæfellsjökulshlaupið)
The Snæfellsjökull Run will be held on June 20th and this will be the fifteenth time the race takes place.
The number of participants is limited to 350 runners.As the starting area is spacious, all participants will start at the same time.The fastest runners are encouraged to line up at the front.
There will be two aid stations offering water and sports drinks. Runners are encouraged to bring their own drinking containers; environmentally friendly paper cups will be available for those who need them.
Generous raffle prizes will be offered.All participants will receive a small gift bag after finishing.
The Course
The course is approximately 22 km (about 13.7 miles), with a large portion on gravel roads.
The first 8 km involve an uphill climb of approximately 700–750 meters (2,300–2,460 ft) elevation gain. After that, the course descends toward Ólafsvík, where the finish line is located.
Runners can expect to encounter snow and mud between km 1 and km 7, depending on how snowy the winter has been.
Along the way, runners will experience unique natural beauty — not to mention the powerful energy of Snæfellsjökull.
Two aid stations will be positioned along the route at approximately 7.5 km intervals and will be managed by the rescue team Lífsbjörg.
At Arnarstapi, there will be a vehicle where runners can leave extra belongings and clothing, which will be delivered to the Sports Hall in Ólafsvík. Clothing may also be handed in at the aid stations if necessary. All clothing and equipment will be returned in Sjómannagarðurinn after the race.
Location and Time
The race starts at 12:00 (noon) from Arnarbær (the black turf house) by the road at Arnarstapi. From there, the route goes over Jökulháls to Ólafsvík on the Snæfellsnes peninsula.
A bus will be available from Ólafsvík to Arnarstapi for those who wish to use it. It departs at 10:45 from the Sports Hall in Ólafsvík and costs 2,500 ISK.
Ólafsvík is approximately a 2.5-hour drive from Reykjavík.
Registration Fee
The entry fee is 8,000 ISK.Participants may cancel and receive a refund up to 10 days before the race. After that, the entry fee is non-refundable.
Age Categories
60 and older
50–59 years
40–49 years
39 years and younger
Prizes
Prizes will be awarded for the best times in each age category. There will also be numerous raffle prizes.
ITRA
The race awards ITRA points.

Súlur Vertical Trail Run
2026-08-01
About the Race
Distances

18 km
28 km
43 km
100 km

Date
1 August 2026
The Súlur Vertical Trail Race is an exciting mountain running event held in Akureyri, Iceland, on 31 July–1 August 2026. Participants can choose from four challenging distances:

18 km – The Falcon (Fálkinn)
28 km – Súlur
43 km – The Troll (Tröllið)
100 km – The Goddess (Gyðjan)

A Children’s Race will also take place on Friday, 31 July.

The Races
Gyðjan – 100 km
The Gyðjan is a demanding 100 km mountain ultramarathon with 3,580 metres of elevation gain.
The race begins at Goðafoss Waterfall and follows a spectacular route across Belgsárfjall and Vaðlaheiði toward Akureyri. Runners then climb Súlur Mountain, continue into Glerárdalur Valley, and finish in the centre of Akureyri.

Tröllið – 43 km
The Tröllið is a 43 km mountain race with 1,870 metres of elevation gain.
The course climbs Súlur Mountain before following the mountain ridge into Glerárdalur Valley, offering a demanding route through breathtaking scenery.

Súlur – 28 km
The Súlur is a 28 km mountain race with 1,410 metres of elevation gain.
A challenging course that is achievable for most runners with good preparation.

Fálkinn – 18 km
The Fálkinn is an 18 km trail race with 530 metres of elevation gain.
An enjoyable and accessible course suitable for most runners.

Children’s Race
A fun Children’s Race will be held in Kjarnaskógur Forest.

Schedule
All races take place on Friday, 31 July, or Saturday, 1 August 2026, depending on the distance.

More Information
For full race details, course maps, registration, and the latest updates, please visit the official Súlur Vertical Trail Race website.

Rauðavatn Ultra Trail Run
2026-08-07 - 2026-08-08
Rauðavatn Ultra
About the Race
Distances

21.1 km
42.2 km (Marathon)
100 km
24-Hour Race

Date
7–8 August 2026
The Rauðavatn Ultra returns for its second edition on Friday and Saturday, 7–8 August 2026, in Reykjavík, Iceland.
The course consists of approximately 90% road running and 10% trail running, following a 3.14 km loop around the scenic Rauðavatn Lake.

Race Distances
Competitors can choose from the following events:

21.1 km (Half Marathon)
42.2 km (Marathon)
100 km (Icelandic National Championship)
24-Hour Race

The 24-hour event challenges runners to complete as many laps of the 3.14 km circuit as possible within 24 hours.
The 100 km race consists of 32 laps around Rauðavatn. The official time limit is 15 hours.

Registration
Registration is available through netskraning.is.
Race bibs will be available for collection at Sportvörur 2–3 days before the event (exact dates will be announced) and at Rauðavatn from 8:00 am on race day, or one hour before the start of each race.
Registration Policy

Refunds are available until 26 July 2026.
Entry transfers (name changes) are permitted until race day.

Location & Start Times
All races start at Rauðavatn, Reykjavík, near the Morgunblaðið building.
Friday, 7 August

18:00 – 24-Hour Race
23:59 – 100 km (for runners expecting a finish time of 12+ hours)

Saturday, 8 August

02:00 – 100 km (for runners expecting to finish in under 12 hours)
09:00 – Marathon (42.2 km)
12:00 – Half Marathon (21.1 km)

Please note: The Half Marathon, Marathon, and 100 km races will have adjusted start positions on the course to ensure each distance finishes at the official finish line.

Aid Station
There will be one fully stocked aid station located at the start/finish area beside Rauðavatn inside a large event tent. Runners pass this station on every lap and may choose how often to stop for refreshments.
Available refreshments include:

Water
Sports drink
Coca-Cola
Energy bars
Bananas
Apples

Please note that runners must enter the tent to collect food or drinks, which may slightly slow progress.
For 100 km and 24-hour participants, larger meals will be served periodically throughout the race.

Race Rules
General Rules
For all race distances:

Runners are not permitted to receive pacing assistance from anyone who is not officially entered in the event.

24-Hour Race

One support person is permitted from the start.
No additional assistance is allowed on the course outside the official aid station.
Runners may bring:

Extra running shoes
One small luggage bag containing nutrition, drinks, clothing, and spare equipment.

Bags will be stored on the tent floor, subject to available space.
A dedicated table will be available exclusively for 24-hour runners, where participants may leave a small container (approximately 20 × 20 cm) with additional nutrition for easy access.
At the conclusion of the 24-hour race, officials will signal the end using a whistle or public announcement system. Runners should:

Remove their race bib.
Place it in the zip-lock bag provided during race packet collection.
Leave the bag on the ground at the point where they stop.
Secure it with a stone or gravel so timing officials can collect it.

100 km Race

One support person is permitted from the start.
No additional assistance is allowed elsewhere on the course.
Runners may bring:

Extra shoes
One backpack containing nutrition and spare equipment.

A dedicated table will be available for 100 km runners where a clearly labelled container (approximately 20 × 20 cm) may be stored with additional nutrition.
The official time limit is 15 hours.
The race concludes at midnight on Saturday, after which all remaining runners will be stopped.

Marathon (42.2 km)

One support person is permitted.
No support is allowed elsewhere on the course.
Runners may place one small container with personal nutrition and drinks on the designated table at the aid station.
No additional belongings may be stored in the tent.

Half Marathon (21.1 km)

No support person permitted.
No outside assistance allowed on the course.
No personal equipment or supplies may be stored in the event tent.

5VH Trail Run
2026-08-08 09:00 - 16:30 | From Reykjavík, Reykjavík, 101, Iceland
5VH Trail Run
The 5VH Trail Run (Fimmvörðuhálshlaupið).The race is along Fimmvörðuháls, from Skógar to Volcano Huts in Húsadal, covering 28 km.
Registration opens: Friday, November 7 at 12:00

Website: www.5vhhlaup.is
Facebook: facebook.com/5vhtrailrun

Location & Timing

Start: Skógar
Race start time: 9:00 AM, Saturday, August 8, 2026
Finish: Volcano Huts, Húsadal
Distance: 28 km
Time limit: 7 hours (finish by 16:00)

Awards

Prizes for top 3 men and women
Prizes for first place in each age group

Registration Fees

ISK 19,900 until December 31
ISK 22,900 from January 1
ISK 23,900 after June 30

Note: Registration fees are non-refundable, but name changes can be made until July 31, 2026. Registration closes July 31 or when the race is full.
Included in Registration

Race bib, course supervision, and timing
Aid stations at Baldvinsskála (13 km), Strákagil (23 km), Volcano Huts, with water, sports drinks, bananas, chocolate, and Nääk products
Shower and toilet facilities at Volcano Huts after the race
Meal at Volcano Huts after the race
Transportation of personal gear from Skógar to Volcano Huts
Medical care at Volcano Huts

Not Included

Bus transfers and race shirt

Bus can be booked during registration (race buses from Reykjavík → Skógar and Volcano Huts → Reykjavík the same day)
Later, bus options via Volcano Huts will be available from Þórsmörk (Volcano Huts) and Skógar

Race shirt is optional and can be purchased during registration at a good price. No shirts can be ordered after June 30.
