Information Birken run

Need to know in advance

Deadlines
June 10.

Change of wave in Birkebeinerløpet and HalvBirken run at My Page

June 12., 20:00

Online registration if still available spots

Ordering license at My Page

Booking of bus to start for UltraBirken and Birken fjellmaraton
Bus

Preliminary information

Bus directly from Oslo June 13th
We offer round-trip bus transport from Oslo Bus Terminal directly to the start at Birkebeineren Ski Stadium, Lillehammer for HalvBirken run, Birken AKTIV against cancer run 7,5 km and Birkebeinerløpet, and return from the finish area after the race.

Departure from Oslo Bus Terminal at 07:00, Olavsgård at 07:25, and Quality Hotel Gardermoen (by Esso) at 07:45.
Return from Sigrid Undsets veg by Håkons Hall (finish arena) at 17:00.

Price: NOK 750,- round trip. Limited number of seats (booking via My Page).

Free shuttle bus to start
There will be free shuttle between the finish area at Håkons Hall and the start area at Birkebeineren ski stadium Saturday 08.00-18.00. The ride takes approximately 10 minutes from Håkons Hall to Birkebeineren ski stadium.

Free shuttle bus from Lillehammer train station to start
Are you arriving by bus for train at 08:51, 09.58 or 10:58 there will be free shuttle to the start at Birkebeineren ski stadium.

Bus to start UltraBirken and Birken fjellmaraton NOK 90,-
There will be bus to UltraBirken and Birken fjellmaraton from Kleivbakken behind Håkons Hall to start at Sjusjøen at 06.30 and at 07.00.
Seats must be pre-booked via My Page by Friday, June 13 at 20:00.

New! Direct bus from Oslo and Olavsgaard o the start in Lillehammer. Only NOK 750 round trip.
The bus departs from Oslo Bus terminal at 06:30 and from Olavsgaard at 06.50 before arriving at Birkebeiner Ski Stadium around 09.00.
Return from Håkons Hall at 16:30.
Departure times are coordinated with both the HalfBirken Run and the Birkebeiner Run.
Only round trip tickets available and seats must be pre-booked via My Page by Friday, June 12 at 20:00.
Traffic and parking
Parking
There is parking available at both Birkebeineren Ski Stadium and the field above Håkons Hall. Parking will not be available at the regular parking areas right next to the halls at Stampesletta. Please follow the directions from our parking attendants, who will guide you to available parking at one of the designated locations. Remember to allow plenty of time before your start.

Parking costs NOK 110.- Order in advance

Traffic
If you are arriving by private car, we recommend taking the Lillehammer North exit and following the signs to Olympiaparken. Please note that Sigrid Undsets veg is closed from the intersection at Nordsetervegen (by Kiwi) to Ivar Kleivens veg due to municipal construction work (follow signs for Birken parking).

To ensure smooth traffic flow, there will be some one-way driving regulations and marked driving patterns — we encourage everyone to follow these instructions.

Road closures on race day

Sjøsetervegen will be closed from Birkebeineren Ski Stadium to where the Birkebeiner trail crosses the road, from 09:00 to 16:00.

Furubakken and Nybuvegen will be closed intermittently where the course crosses the road, between 10:00 and 18:00.
License

All participants, including foreigners, must have a valid license to enter Norwegian running events.

All participants age 13-79 must have a valid license to start in running events in Norway. If you have a valid license through your team, bring your license card when you retrieve your BIB.

Purchase
The license is not included in the entry fee. It can be purchased when signing up, through your My Page, or at the race office when retrieving your BIB.
Exception: Birken AKTIV against cancer run 7,5km: License is included in the sign up fee.

Injuries during the race
If you are injured during one of the Birkebeiner events, please contact the insurance company. If you have any questions please call "Idrettens skadetelefon" +4798702033
Race rules

All competitors need a license.

Backpack is mandatory only for the UltraBirken race
For safety reasons, there are special rules for clothing and equipment that you must bring when participating in UltraBirken: Food, drink, extra clothing, reflective vest, mobile phone.

Use of poles
The use of poles is only permitted in the UltraBirken run. The poles must be with you during the entire race, from start to finish. After the food station Nordseter/Sjusjøvegen, where you meet the ordinary Birkebeiner track for approx. 40 km, the poles must be put in your backpack until the finish line.

No audio
For your safety it is not allowd to use any form of audio during the race

No pets: It is not allowed to bring your pets into the race track.

Timekeeping / Bib
BIB must be visible at all times during the race. For your own safety, it is not permitted to use another participant's BIB.
Identification must be provided at random checks.
Your bib is also your timer. A chip on the back of the bib records the start time, intermediate time and time at the finish line.

Shoes:
Maximum sole thickness for shoes:
Trail running: 20 mm spiked shoes or 40 mm non-spike shoes.
Exeption: Birken fjellmaraton and UltraBirken løp

Complaints
Against race conditions: 30 minutes after crossing the finish line.
Towards the results list: 30 minutes after the list and results are published.
The complaint must be submitted in writing with a fee of NOK 100 at the Race Office in Håkons Hall.
Complaints will be heard by the jury.

Environment
Littering along the route is not allowed. Please bring your own litter to the nearest food station or use the drop zones along the course. Littering along the course can be penalized with 15 minutes added to your time.

Jury
Race leader, assistant race leader, timing manager and medical manager.

Please read the registration conditions
Accommodation
Please find information regarding accommodation in Lillehammer here:

Sportellet Birkebeineren stadion

Visit Lillehammer

Scandic Victoria Lillehammer

Information Birken run

On race day

What happens when ?
Thursday

15.00-21.00 Sport 1 market

Friday

Håkons Hall, Lillehammer

10.00 - 21.00 Sport 1 market

10.00 - 21.00 Race office and start number handout

Saturday

Sjusjøen Ski Stadion

from 07.00 start number handout
UltraBirken and Birken fjellmaraton

08.00 Start UltraBirken run

08.30 Start Birken fjellmaraton

Birkebeineren ski stadium, start

from 8.00 Start number handout
HalvBirken run, Birken AKTIV against cancer-run 7,5 km and Birkebeinerløpet

10.00 Start HalvBirken løp

10.30 Start Birken AKTIV against cancer-run 7,5km

11.00 Start Birkebeinerløpet

Haakons Hall, Lillehammer

10.00-18.00 Sport 1 market

10.00-18.00 Start number handout UngdomsBirken run and BarneBirken,
Race Office, Diplomas and prizes

10.00-18.00 showers and wardrobe

10.40 First competitor HalvBirken run expected to finish

11.05 First competitor Birken AKTIV agains cancer run 7,5 km expected to finish

11.30 First competitor Birken fjellmaraton expected to finish

12.05 First competitor Birkebeinerløpet expected to finish

12.40 First competitor UltraBirken run expected to finish

16.00 Start UngdomsBirken run

16.20 First competitor UngdomsBirken run expected to finish

17.00 Start BarneBirken run

Ceremony, inside Håkons Hall

From 12.00: HalvBirken run

From 12.30: Birken AKTIV against cancer run 7,5km and Birken fjellmaraton

From 13.00: Birkebeinerløpet

From 14.00: UltraBirken run

From 17.30: UngdomsBirken run

From 17.00: Birkebeinerløpet (late arrivals)
Distribution of start number's
Friday

All races:
Haakons Hall kl. 10.00 – 21.00

Saturday

UngdomsBirken and BarneBirken run:
Håkons Hall 10.00-14.30

Birkebeinerløpet 21, HalvBirken run 12 and Birken AKTIV against cancer run 7,5km:
Birkebeineren ski stadium (Start arena) 08.00 - until last start

UltraBirken run and Birken fjellmaraton:
Sjusjøen ski stadium (Start arena) 07.00 - 08.30

Starting card
Your starting card is available for download from your My Page or the Birken app from approximately 1-2 weeks prior to the race. This is your confirmation of participation.The starting card must be shown to retrieve your start number.
Stadium maps
- Traffic map Lillehammer Birken run 2026
  Download
Luggage

Luggage delivered in the starting area must be retrieved at Håkons Hall on race day.

Label/transport
Remember to use the labels inckuded in your race package, and then bring your luggage to the drop zone.

Birken holds no liability for lost/ruined luggage during transport or storage.
Prizes

All participants recieve a finisher medal at the finish line.

Timing Diploma
A diploma stating your time can be picked up inside Haakons Hall on race day or downloaded from your My Page later on

Ceremony
The top 3 in each class receives their prizes from the ceremony stage inside Håkons Hall.

Distribution of all other prizes is inside Håkons Hall on race day.
We do not send prizes or medals in the mail, so please remember to retrieve yours inside Håkons Hall before leaving the area.

Birkebeinerløpet 21 km
Participated 10 and 20 times
All participants finishing the Birkebeinerløpet 10 and 20 times, recieves a plate from Birken's prize collection (Magnor Glassverk).

Prizes Birkebeiner Medal
1. medal: Silver medal (SMK)
5. medal: Gold medal (GMK)
10. medal: Cover plate (10MK)
15. medal: Bronze medal (15MK)
20. medal: Cover plate (20MK)
25. medal: Bronze medal (25MK)

Men and Women Elite Birkebeinerløpet
Finish prizes for the winners
•   1. place: NOK 10.000,-
Birkebeiner ham and Brusletto knife
•   2. place: NOK 7.500,-
Brusletto knife
•   3. place: NOK 5.000,-
Brusletto knife
Timing

Timing and start number
The start number must be attached to the front of the jersey with the provided safety pin.
The timing-chip is integrated in your start number.

Real time: Time begins to run when you cross the start mat
Start shot: Time begins to run at the time the starting shot is fired

Birkebeinerløpet:
Women and men Elite: Start shot
From wave 1: Real time

HalvBirken run:
Wave 1: Start shot
From wave 2: Real time

Birken AKTIV against cancer-run 7,5 km:
Real time

UltraBirken run, Birken fjellmaraton og UngdomsBirken run:
Start shot
Cut Off times

Cut off times
Sjøsetervegen 16.00. Transportation to Håkons Hall: 16.30

If you have to abandone the race - please notify one of our volunteers.
Transportation to the finish will be organized from : Sjøsetervegen, Mesnasaga and Krorken.

In addition for UltraBirken and Birken fjellmaraton:
UltraBirken: Pellestova 12.30. Transportation to Håkons Hall: 13.00
UltraBirken and Birken fjellmaraton: Nordseter / Sjusjøvegen 14.30. Transportation to Håkons Hall: 14.30
If you must abandon the race, please inform us at +47 90559003

We expect that everyone has passed the finish line at 18.00.

Race info

Birkebeinerløpet 21 km

Track
Note: The total elevation gain may vary slightly depending on the GPS device, watch, or app used. The stated elevation gain is calculated based on our official GPX files and map data.
- View map / download GPX
Course description for the Birkebeinerløp

Course Description – 20.2 km
The race starts at the Birkebeiner Ski Stadium in Lillehammer (525 meters above sea level) and finishes at Håkons Hall. The course runs through varied forest terrain and covers a total distance of 20.2 km, with 337 meters of elevation gain and 569 meters of descent.

Start – Sjøseterlia (0–6 km)
The first 6 km follow the Olympic cross-country trails from the 1994 Winter Games, featuring a mix of trail surfaces including grass-covered ski tracks and forest paths. This section includes the highest point of the course at 611 meters in Sjøseterlia, along with some steep downhill sections. Be cautious, especially in wet conditions.

Sjøseterlia – Mesnasaga (6–9.5 km)
After Sjøseterlia, the course continues on the Olympic trails before joining the Birkebeiner Trail coming down from Sjusjøen. After a short loop toward Nevla, you return to the Birkebeiner Trail, which leads across Sjøsetervegen and down to Sagmyra—a grass-covered track. A timing checkpoint is located at Sjøsetervegen, approximately 7.7 km into the course (12.5 km from the finish). From there, the route follows the Ingalåmi trail and climbs toward Myggbukta on a built-up path with dirt, gravel, and some stones. The final 1 km to the Mesnasaga timing mat is a gentle downhill on forest road.

Mesnasaga – Kroken (10–14 km)
After the aid station at Mesnasaga, the course continues along the Ingalåmi trail and crosses the Mesna River on a firm but occasionally rocky path. You then follow Vårsætervegen, a flat gravel forest road with grass along the sides. About 1.5 km before the Kroken aid station, the course turns back into the Ingalåmi trail with more terrain and some wet sections. A timing checkpoint is located at Kroken, approximately 14 km into the race (6 km from the finish).

Kroken – Finish at Håkons Hall (14–21 km)
The final section begins with a flat trail that is somewhat rocky with a few soft spots. It then joins the Maihaugen trail, which includes some steep hills and short, wet areas. Behind Maihaugen, the course merges into the Tverrløypa, which is flat, easy to run, and on solid ground. The trail crosses two local roads in the Nybu area—be alert for possible traffic. From the top of Kleivbakken, the course descends diagonally and includes a short loop at the bottom before reaching the finish at Håkons Hall.

Food- and drink stations

Place	Km	Service
Start		Refill Maxim sports drink and water
Sjøsæterlia	6 km	Maxim sports drink, water and bananas
Mesnasaga	10 km	Maxim sports drink, water, bananas and pastry
Kroken	14,5 km	Maxim sports drink, water, Pepsi Cola, bananas and pastry
Finish	21 km	Maxim protein shake, Water, Vørterøl, Red Bull, Maarud Potetgull® (crisps) and Gilde sausage

We encourage all participants to stay well hydrated both before and during the race. Maxim will have a sales stand at Birkebeineren Ski Stadium if you would like to stock up on drinks and nutrition before the start.

In warm weather, an additional water station will be available approximately 2 km before the finish line.

If you require special dietary food, such as gluten-free products or similar, we recommend bringing your own food or energy supplies. The Maxim sports drink served at the aid stations is gluten-free.

All food, drinks, and nutrition provided at the aid stations and at the finish area are included in the entry fee.

Keep Birken Clean! There is zero tolerance for littering along the course. Please bring your waste to the nearest aid station and use the designated trash bins.

Starting times, seeding and classes

Birkebeinerløpet has seeded wave start and free seeding.
You choose wave when entering the race. You can change wave at your My Page if available spots until June 13th.

Final waves and starting times will be given 1-2 weeks prior the race.

Classes

Age classes for women and men; 16-19 yrs, 20-24 yrs, 25-29 yrs, 30-34 yrs and so on.
Elite classes for women and men
Para women and men (FH)
Trim uten tid (UTID)- No timing. Your time and result will not be available for you, or anyone else to see. Timing diploma will not be available. The result list will show finishers in an alpahbetical order.

Age as per 31.12.2026

All waves start at real time, except Men and Women Elite

Starting time	Wave	estimated finish time
11.00	Men Elite	<01:22:00
11.02	Women Elite	<01:40:00
11.05	1	<01:28:00
11.10	2	<01:28:00
11.15	3	<01:32:00
11.20	4	<01:32:00
11.25	5	<01:35:00
11.30	6	<01:35:00
11.35	7	<01:38:00
11.40	8	<01:38:00
11.45	9	<01:40:00
11.50	10	<01:40:00
11.55	11	<01:40:00
12.00	12	<01:42:00
12.05	13	<01:42:00
12.10	14	<01:45:00
12.15	15	<01:45:00
12.20	16	<01:48:00
12.25	17	<01:48:00
12.30	18	<01:50:00
12.35	19	<01:50:00
12.40	20	<01:55:00
12.45	21	<01:55:00
12.50	22	<02:00:00
12.55	23	<02:00:00
13.00	24	<02:00:00
13.05	25	<02:00:00
13.10	26	<02:05:00
13.15	27	<02:05:00
13.20	28	<02:15:00
13.25	29	<02:15:00
13.30	30	>=02:15:00

Elite classes

Birkebeinerløpet has elite classes for men and women.
There are no specific requirements for qualification in the elite classes, but an estimated finish time of better than 01:22 for men elite and better than 01:40 for women elite is expected.

Start Men Elite: 11:00
Start Women Elite: 11:02

If you want to change class from your age class to elit class, pleas contact us at info@birkebeiner.no.

Note
Competitors in the elite classes no longer receives placement in their age classes - only in the elite classes.
Birkebeiner Medal (merket)

Birkebeiner Medal (merket) /max time
To recieve the Birkebeiner Medal (merket) there is a time limit based on the average time of the top 5 competitors plus 25%, worked out separately for each class in Birkebeinerløpet 21 km.

Race info

HalvBirken løp 12 km

Track
Note: The total elevation gain may vary slightly depending on the GPS device, watch, or app used. The stated elevation gain is calculated based on our official GPX files and map data.
- View map / download GPX
Course description for the HalvBirken løp

Start to First Aid Station (6 km)
The race starts at Birkebeineren Ski Stadium (525 meters above sea level), the same location as the Birkebeinerløpet. The first section crosses Sjøseterveien and includes a 2 km loop through the Olympic and World Cup ski trails. Terrain varies from grassy trails to wide ski tracks, with some steep climbs and descents. Be cautious in wet conditions.

After 2 km, the course continues on a tractor road past Abbortjern, with rocky and root-filled terrain. At 4.14 km, you reach VIP-veien and the first drink station offering water and Maxim sports drink. The course then follows VIP-veien briefly before turning into a wooded area with uneven terrain, continues onto a gravel road, and crosses a canal.

From there, the course follows a tractor road for about 300 meters, takes a sharp left turn, and continues on a gravel path. After crossing VIP-veien again, the route leads along an easy-flowing trail to the aid station at Kroken (6 km).

From Kroken to the Finish Line (6 km)
After the Kroken station, the course continues on a mostly flat trail with some stones and minor wet sections. You then enter the Maihaugen Trail, which includes 1.5 km of rolling terrain, short steep hills, and a few muddy patches.

The course follows the Tverrløypa trail behind Maihaugen, which is flat and easy to run. It continues to the top of Kleivbakken, crossing two local roads in Nybu—please watch for traffic. From the top, the route descends diagonally toward the finish line at Håkons Hall.
Food- and drink stations

The first drink station is located at Vipveien (4.14 km), offering water and gluten-free Maxim sports drink. At Kroken, 6 km into the race, you’ll also find Pepsi Cola, bananas, and lefse. At the finish line, participants are served water, non-alcoholic malt beverage (Vørterøl), Red Bull, Maarud potato chips®, and sausages from Gilde.

In warm weather, an extra water station will be set up approximately 2 km before the finish.

If you require special dietary options (e.g., gluten-free), we recommend bringing your own food. Please note that the Maxim drink is gluten-free.

We encourage all participants to stay well hydrated before and during the race.

All drinks, food and nutrition that are distributed both along the way at the drinking stations and at the finish line are included in the registration fee.

Keep Birken Clean: Littering is strictly prohibited. Please use the trash bins provided at each station and help us keep the course clean.

Starting times, seeding and classes

HalvBirken run has seeded wave start and free seeding.
You choose wave when entering the race. You can change wave at your My Page if avalable spots until June 13th.

Classes

Age classes for women and men.
16-17, 18-19 years, 20-24 yrs, 25-29 years, 30-34 years and so on.
Para classes for women and men FH
Trim uten tid - Your time and result will not be available for you or anyone to see. You will be at the result list in alpahbetical order as a finisher.

Age as per 31.12.2026

All waves start at real time , except wave 1 that start at start shot.

Starting time	Wave	estimated finish time
10.00	1	<01:05:00
10.05	2	<01:15:00
10.10	3	<01:15:00
10.15	4	<01:15:00
10.20	5	<01:30:00
10.25	6	<01:30:00
10.30	7	<01:30:00
10.35	8	>=01:30:00

Race info

UltraBirken run 60 km

Track
Note: The total elevation gain may vary slightly depending on the GPS device, watch, or app used. The stated elevation gain is calculated based on our official GPX files and map data.
- View map / download GPX
Course description for the UltraBirken løp

Start at Sjusjøen ski stadium and finish outside Håkons Hall, Lillehammer.
The track takes you over Sjusjøfjellet to Lunkefjell after 7 km. After 7 km you run on the road to Norseter for 2,5 km. Then the track takes you towards Melsjøen and Reina. From Reina you run over Krigsfjell and Hitfjell before you reach Pellestova.

From Pellestove you go to Nevefjell - the highest point in the track 1072 meters above sea level. Then the track takes you back towards Nordseter -on the south side of Nevelvannet. The track will then take you back to Lunkefjell. Before you reach the cabins at Sjusjøen there will be a steep rocky downhill. Slow down.

Then the track will take you down to the bottom of Birkebeinerbakken, Nevla and Sjøseterveien.

When it is 14 km left to the finsih you will run on the same track as Birkebeinerløpet 21

Altimeter
Total climb 1258 metres
A total of 1873 meters down.
Starting times and classes

Classes
UltraBirken mountain run has classes for females and men
F/M 18-19, F/M 20-29, F/M 30-39 F/M 40-49, F/M 50-59, F/M 60-69, F/M 70-79.
Age as per 31.12.2026

Starting time: 08.00

Food- and drink stations

Place	Km	Service
Start		Refill Maxim sports drink and water
Nevelvatnet	7	Maxim sports drink, water, bananas and pastry
Midtbekken	17	Maxim sports drink, water and bananas
Pellestova	25	Maxim sports drink, water, bananas, pastry, slice of bread with toppings, Gilde Birkebeiner ham
Nevelvatnet	32	Maxim sports drink, water, bananas and pastry
Nordseter/Sjusjøvegen	39	Maxim sports drink, water, bananas and pastry
Mesnasaga	49	Maxim sports drink, water, Pepsi Cola, bananas and pastry
Kroken	54	Maxim sports drink, water, Pepsi Cola, bananas and pastry
Finish	60	Water, Vørterøl (non alcoholic beer) Red Bull, Maarud Potetgull® (crisps) and Gilde sausage

All drinks, food and nutrition that are distributed both along the way at the drinking stations and at the finish line are included in the registration fee

Keep Birken clean
Littering along the route is not allowed, and will be punished with 15 minutes added to your time. Please bring your litter it to the nearest food station, or use the drop zones along the course

Drop bags

There are 2 drop zones for UltraBirken run
1. Pellestova
2. Nordseter/Sjusjøvegen.

Drop bags are handed out together with your start number and must be clearly marked with your start number. In these bags you can, for example, put dry clothes, shoes and extra nutrition. This gives you the opportunity to change equipment along the way without having to carry everything in your backpack from the start.

The bags are handed in at the start at the marked place for each drop zone and are transported to the different drop zones.

NOTE: Remember to move your drop bag when you pass the drop zones at Pellestova and Nordseter/Sjusjøvegen. They will then be transported to the baggage claim at Håkons Hall so that you can pick it up there after the finish.

Transport and storage of drop bags is at your own risk.

Race info

Birken fjellmaraton 42 km

Track
Note: The total elevation gain may vary slightly depending on the GPS device, watch, or app used. The stated elevation gain is calculated based on our official GPX files and map data.
- View map / download GPX
Course description for the Birken Fjellmaraton

The race starts at Sjusjøen Langrennsarena. The first 2 kilometres follow a gravel road before the course continues onto trails through beautiful mountain terrain across Sjusjøfjellet and Lunkefjell. This section offers scenic surroundings and varied surfaces.

After approximately 7 kilometres, the course follows the road from Nordseter for around 2 kilometres before continuing along the north side of Nevelvannet. First on road, then on trail climbing towards Nevelfjell. This part of the trail is dry and easy to run on. The course turns around at 1072 metres above sea level, just before the summit of Nevelfjell, and returns along the south side of Nevelvannet. Some wet and boggy sections may occur here.

The route then returns to the trail across Lunkefjell. Before reaching the cabin area at Sjusjøen, there is a slightly steep and rocky downhill section where it is recommended to reduce your pace and run with control.

After the descent, the course joins the Birkebeinerrittet route. From here, the course follows gravel roads and trails towards Nevla and Sjøseterveien. This section is varied but easy to run, and is also well suited for runners with little trail running experience.

With approximately 13 kilometres remaining to the finish, the route joins the Birkebeinerløpet course. Here you run on solid trails and gravel roads all the way to the final aid station at Kroken, located 6 kilometres before the finish line.

The final kilometres include some slightly steeper and rocky sections before the course finishes with the last 2 kilometres on gravel road towards the finish area.
Starting times and classes

Classes
Birken fjellmaraton has classes for females and men
F/M 18-19, F/M 20-29, F/M 30-39 F/M 40-49, F/M 50-59, F/M 60-69, F/M 70-79.
Age as per 31.12.2026

Starting time: 08.30

Food- and drink stations

Place	Km	Service
Start - Sjusjøen		Refill Maxim sports drink and water
Nevelvatnet	6,5/15	Maxim sports drink, water, bananas and pastry
Nordseter/Sjusjøvegen	21	Maxim sports drink, water, bananas and pastry
Mesnasaga	31	Maxim sports drink, water, Pepsi Cola, bananas and pastry
Kroken	36	Maxim sports drink, water, Pepsi Cola, bananas and pastry
Finish	42	Water, Red Bull, Maarud Potetgull® (crisps) and Gilde sausage

All drinks, food and nutrition that are distributed both along the way at the drinking stations and at the finish line are included in the registration fee

Keep Birken clean
Littering along the route is not allowed, and will be punished with 15 minutes added to your time. Please bring your litter it to the nearest food station, or use the drop zones along the course

Drop bag

There are 1 drop zone for Birken fjellmaraton at Nordseter/Sjusjøvegen.

Drop bag is handed out together with your start number and must be clearly marked with your start number. In this bag you can, for example, put dry clothes, shoes and extra nutrition. This gives you the opportunity to change equipment along the way without having to carry everything in your backpack from the start.

The bag must be handed in at the start at the marked place for the drop zone Nordseter/Sjusjøvegen and will be transported to the drop zone.

NOTE: Remember to move your drop bag when you pass the drop zone at Nordseter/Sjusjøvegen.
It will then be transported to the baggage claim at Håkons Hall so that you can pick it up there after the finish.

Transport and storage of drop bags is at your own risk.

Race info

AKTIV against cancer 7,5 km

Track
- View map / download GPX
Course description for the Birken Aktiv Against Cancer 7.5 km race

The race starts at the Birkebeiner ski stadium – sharing the same start and opening section as the other races. The first 400 meters are on asphalt before the course turns left, goes under the bridge, and continues on gravel behind the hall near the dog training area. It then climbs through the ski play area and enters the lighted trail (lysløypa), which has some uneven terrain, until it reaches Birkebeinervegen.

The course follows the left side of Birkebeinervegen for about 800 meters – outside the fence, not in the road. At the end of the road, it transitions onto a narrow, rocky trail and crosses the canal. A water station is located just before this turn.

After crossing the canal, the trail continues straight ahead over Mesna River via wooden footbridges – be careful, they may be slippery when wet. The course then joins the Maihaugen trail, which includes some steep hills and short, soft or rocky sections, before merging into the Tverrløypa behind Maihaugen.

Tverrløypa is flat and easy to run, but crosses two small roads in Nybu – watch out for traffic. From the top of Kleivbakken, the trail descends diagonally toward the finish.

The final 4 km follow the same route as the Birkebeinerløpet. There is some uneven terrain down toward Maihaugen, but the final stretch is on good trail. 500 meters before the finish, the route turns left around the football field and heads down to the finish area south of Håkons Hall.
Food- and drink stations

We encourage all participants to stay well hydrated both before and during the race. Maxim will have a sales stand at Birkebeineren Ski Stadium if you would like to stock up on drinks and nutrition before the start.

There is an aid station after approximately 2.5 km serving Maxim sports drink, juice, and water.

At the finish area, participants will be served Maxim protein shake, water, Vørterøl, Red Bull, Maarud Potato Chips®, Gilde sausages, and Sportslompe from Engers Lefsebakeri.

If you require special dietary food, such as gluten-free products or similar, we recommend bringing your own food or energy supplies. The Maxim sports drink served at the aid stations is gluten-free.

All food, drinks, and nutrition provided at the aid stations and at the finish area are included in the entry fee.

Keep Birken Clean! There is zero tolerance for littering along the course. Please bring your waste to the nearest aid station and use the designated trash bins.
Starting times and classes

Starting time: 10.45 at Birkebeineren Ski Stadium

Classes
From 16 yers old:
There is one class for men and one for women.
You can also choose without timing
13-15 years old: Without timing

Race info

UngdomsBirken run 7,5 km (youth)

Track
Note: The total elevation gain may vary slightly depending on the GPS device, watch, or app used. The stated elevation gain is calculated based on our official GPX files and map data.
- View map / download GPX
Course description for UngdomsBirken løp

UngdomsBirken løp is approximately 5 km long and starts at the athletics track at Stampesletta, south of Kristins Hall.

The course heads south towards Birkebeineren Hotel before crossing Birkebeinervegen. It then continues along a gravel path across Finnabrua bridge. Shortly after the bridge, the course turns left and follows the Mesna River up to the floodlit trail.

The route then continues south along the floodlit trail above Maihaugen to Ringsvegutua, where it turns 180 degrees and follows the same route back. After a few hundred metres, the course joins the regular Birkebeinerløpet course.

From there, participants follow the same route all the way to the finish area outside Håkons Hall.
Food- and drink stations

After 2,5 km it will be served water and lemonade.

At the finish line it will be served water, lemonade and sausages from Gilde.

All drinks, food and nutrition that are distributed both along the way at the drinking stations and at the finish line are included in the registration fee

Keep Birken clean
Littering along the route is not allowed, and will be punished with 15 minutes added to your time. Please bring your litter it to the nearest food station, or use the drop zones along the course

Starting times and classes

All classes start at start shot.
Age by 31.12.2026

Starting time	Class
16.00	Boys 16 years old
16.05	Boys 15 years old
16.10	Girls 16 years old
16.15	Girls 15 years old
16.20	Boys 14 years old
16.25	Girls 14 years old
16.30	Boys 13 years old
16.35	Boys 12 years old
16.40	Girls 13 years old
16.45	Girls 12 years old

Race info

BarneBirken run (kids)

Entry BarneBirken run
Online registration open until Wednesday June 10th.

Registration on site

Friday June 12th:

Håkons Hall: 10.00-21.00

Saturday June 13th

Håkons Hall: 10.00-14.00

Stampesletta - starting area outside: 14.00 - until start

Entry fee: NOK 125,-
Track
Note: The total elevation gain may vary slightly depending on the GPS device, watch, or app used. The stated elevation gain is calculated based on our official GPX files and map data.
Food- and drink stations

No matter the pace or style – everyone who crosses the finish line gets a refreshing drink!

All drinks, food and nutrition that are distributed both along the way at the drinking stations and at the finish line are included in the registration fee.
Starting times and classes
Preliminary Starting times

17:00 9-11 years old 1,9 km

17:10 6-8 years old 1 km

17.20 3-5 yeats old 700 m

17:30 2 years old and younger 500 m

Age as per 31.12.26
Prizes

All participants recieve a competitors pin at the finish line.