SLOTTSSKOGEN CITY PARK:THE NON-STADIA VENUE
Welcome to one of Sweden's oldest, largest and most beloved city parks – Slottsskogen. Since 1874, its lush flora and fauna have made it the locals' top pick for a sunny day. The park is located in the city center and right next to our main stadium. During the championships, it will serve as the venue for the 10K Road Walk, 20K Road Walk, 10K Road Run, Half Marathon, and Cross Country competitions. The park rangers assure us of some spectacular surroundings, and our friendly guardian penguins can't wait to welcome you.
GENERAL NON-STADIA SCHEDULE
- 10K Road Race Walk: Saturday 17 August
- 10K Road Race: Sunday 18 August
- Cross Country: Tuesday 20 August
- Half Marathon: Saturday 24 August
- 20K Road Race Walk: Sunday 25 August
SERVICES PROVIDED
- Oudoor Warm Up
- Call Room
- Secured Bag Drop
- Medical Service
- Toilets
- WiFi-Zone
- Water station
- Personal refreshments table
NON-STADIA TEAM MEDALS
Team medals will be awarded in the following events:
- 10K Road Race Walk
- 20K Road Race Walk
- Cross Country
- Half Marathon
ROAD RACE WALK COURSE
The Road Race Walk competitions take place on a flat track stretching one kilometer in total length. The starting line and finish point are situated in the heart of Slottsskogen, approximately a five-minute stroll from the main arena.
10K ROAD RACE WALK
- Date: Saturday 17 August
- Starting Time: TBD
- Laps: 10
20K ROAD RACE WALK
- Date: Sunday 25 August
- Starting Time: TBD
- Laps: 20
CROSS COUNTRY RACE COURSE
The Cross Country competitions unfold on a moderately challenging course winding through the fields of Slottsskogen City Park. The course spans a total length of two kilometers. The starting line and finish point are nestled in the heart of Slottsskogen, just a brief five-minute walk from the main stadium and smack dab in the midst of everyday city life.
CROSS COUNTRY RACE DAY
- Date: Tuesday 20 August
- Starting Time: TBD
- Male and Female age groups 70 and over: 3 laps and 6 km
- Male and Female age groups 35-65: 4 laps and 8 km