The buses for half marathon leave at 09:25 from Kaupanger idrettspark to the start at Kaupanger ferjekai.

You need to answer the e-mail regarding bus transportation to secure a spot.

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There are allocated places to leave bags and belongings at the Kaupanger idrettspark, both inside and outside the Arena

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• Start and finish for skyrace and marathon are at Kaupanger idrettspark.

• Kaupanger idrettspark - google Maps link.

• Kaupanger ferjekai - google maps link.

• Start for half marathon is at Amla (Kaupanger ferjekai), and finish at Kaupanger idrettspark.

• Half maraton runners will be transported in buses from Kaupanger idrettspark to Kaupanger ferjekai for the start.

• Buses for half marathon leave Kaupanger idrettspark from 09:25

You can get to the start by bus or car.

For marathon runners: Here is a link to the bus you need to take from Sogndal centrum to the arena. This leaves at 7:20 and arrives 7:29, 5 minutes walking distance from the starting area.

Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee you a parking space at Kaupanger Idrettspark, as there are limited parking spots available, but there will also be other parking options in Kaupanger centrum.

All half marathon runners will be transported from Kaupanger idrettspark to Kaupanger ferjekai for the start.

• Friday, August 29, 2025 (Meieriet, Sogndal center)

  • Check-in and bib distribution:15.00 - 21.00

  • Race Brief Quiz, prize draws & entertainment: 19.00-20.00

• Saturday, August 30, 2025 (Kaupanger Idrettspark)

  • Marathon start: 08.00

  • Half Marathon start: 10.15 Start: Amla (Kaupanger ferjekekai)

  • Skyrace start: 11.30

  • Kids Race start: 14.30

Mandatory equipment varies by distance, including warm clothes and GPS device.

• Full list of mandatory equipment is listed in the Race Manual here.

We have not set any specific requirements for the rating of wind and waterproofing for jackets/pants. The most important thing is to have good products that provide good protection in the high mountains for changing weather and conditions, as well as wind and water. The longer the distance, the more important it is to have a high degree of wind and waterproofing on jackets/pants. As a participant, you are responsible for making sensible choices here.

All participants can have friends pick up their bib number and any ordered STR gear on Friday or collect them themselves on Saturday morning from 07:30 at Kaupanger Idrettspark.

• The check-in and bib distribution will be held at Meieriet in Sogndal city center.

• Google Maps link.

• Timings:

  • Friday, August 29, 2025: 15:00 - 21:00

  For those who are unable to check in and pick up their bib number on Friday, we have an arrangement for this at Kaupanger Idrettspark on Saturday morning starting at 07:30.

• All trails except for Marathon are marked with orange flags.

• The Marathon distance require the use of a GPS device with the downloaded GPX file. Here is the link to the GPX files.

Yes, there will be food and drink stations:

• For Marathon: Self served drink station after ca 13km. Food and drink station after ca. 20 km at Kaupanger centrum, and ca. 30 km at Vatnasete.

• For Half Marathon: Food and drink station after ca. 6km and ca. 12 km.

• For Skyrace: No drink station.

• For all distances: Simple refreshments at the finish line at Kaupanger Idrettspark.

A ticket to STR 2025 includes, among other things, free access to the gathering and entertainment on Friday evening in Sogndal, all race activities at Kaupanger on Saturday, and the STR after-run celebration in Sogndal on Saturday evening.

The prices are available upon registration.

The prices for STR 2025 reflect costs, market rates and demand. These prices ensure that we can maintain high quality and provide the best possible experience for you as a participant.

Welcome to the Ultimate Trail Run Experience!

• If you need to withdraw, contact the local emergency number: 911 46 724

• For marathon runners, if you don’t reach the checkpoint (CP) in Kaupanger centrum by 14:00 (6 hours) and leave by 14:30, you must drop out of the race and be recorded as DNF. This is important to ensure that safety can be maintained for all other participants.

• Prize draws during info & entertainment on Friday, August 29.

• All finishers receive a STR finisher medal and a surprise.

• Prizes for the top five men and women in each distance. The prize ceremony will take place continuously after finishing.

• Prizes for the fastest male and female on the three different segments. Prize ceremony will take place at the after-run.

STR-Items ordered during registration will be distributed at check-in and bib number pickup at Sogndal on Friday. Alternatively, you can pick them up on Saturday morning at Kaupanger Idrettspark if you are unable to do so on Friday.

NB. You are responsible for picking up the products you ordered. Products that are not picked up will not be shipped after the event.

This is possible.

To sell your ticket, follow the instructions from this link: https://www.racedays.run/account/my-registrations

For marathon runners:

We have decided to set a reasonable time limit to the first food and drink station in Kaupanger centrum. You have to reach the station before 14:00, and leave before 14:30. This is important to ensure that safety can be maintained for all other participants.

• If there are any STR 2025 products left, we will sell them after the skyrace has started.

• This means, if you have not picked up your clothes before 11:30, this will be sold afterwards.

Here is an overview of what is planned to be served at the food and drink stations. Please note that changes may occur.

• Lerum juice/Cola/Water

• Chocolate

• Potato chips

• Jelly candies

• Lefse (Norwegian flatbread)

• Banana

• Water melon

• 226ers gels and gummy bars

For further information, see:

• Program

• Race Manual

• Q&A

• GPX files

• STR Facebook Group

• STR Facebook Page

• STR Facebook Event

• STR Instagram Page

• STR Strava Club