Half Marathon Guide

Göteborgsvarvet

Gothenburg’s enormous city half crosses two bridges, sweeps along the harbor and Avenyn, and finishes on the Slottsskogsvallen stadium track.

Next raceSaturday, May 22, 2027
Distance categoryHalf Marathon
LocationGothenburg, Sweden

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Göteborgsvarvet quick facts

  • One of the world’s largest half-marathon fields.
  • Two bridge crossings with harbor views.
  • Dozens of music stations and huge spectator support.
  • Track finish inside Slottsskogsvallen stadium.

About the Göteborgsvarvet

Göteborgsvarvet bills itself as the world’s largest half marathon and turns race day into a citywide festival. Multiple start waves, dense spectator support, and dozens of music stations make the experience more communal than solitary.

Göteborgsvarvet course description

The 21.1-kilometer route crosses two major bridges, takes in harbor and archipelago views, reaches the central Avenyn boulevard, and finishes on the track at Slottsskogsvallen. Bridge climbs and exposure make it more varied than a pure flat-course time trial.

Weather for the Göteborgsvarvet

Late May in Gothenburg can be cool, sunny, rainy, or windy, sometimes in the same afternoon. Later start waves should be ready for warmer conditions, while bridge wind can affect every group.

Past Göteborgsvarvet dates and results

YearDateStatusResults
2027Saturday, May 22, 2027
2026Saturday, May 23, 2026CompletedOpen results
2025CompletedOpen results
2024CompletedOpen results

Göteborgsvarvet FAQ

When is the Göteborgsvarvet?

The 2027 Göteborgsvarvet is on Saturday, May 22, 2027.

How do I register for the Göteborgsvarvet?

You can register for the Göteborgsvarvet at goteborgsvarvet.se.

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