High Coast Trail
PROGRAM
HIGH COAST TRAIL 2024
We’re opening the doors to the High Coast Trail already on Thursday. On Friday, it’s time for the Coast to Summits 26k followed by 3Peaks 15k. Saturday sees the Original 45k set off, and Sunday typically becomes a lovely relaxing day where many take a shorter excursion before starting the journey home with sore legs and wonderful memories.
Below, you’ll first find a brief description of each day, then links to participant PMs for each experience, and at the bottom, you’ll find detailed times for each day of the High Coast Trail.
THURSDAY
Many – especially participants in 3Peaks – usually arrive on Thursday. Already now, you can check in for Friday’s distances – Coast to Summits and 3Peaks – and hang out in the Lounge where we serve Pasta Bolognese + Veg Alternative. It usually creates a wonderful atmosphere with both participants and companions.
FRIDAY
Adventure briefing and start for Coast to Summits 26k followed by briefing and start for 3Peaks 15k. Friday evening marks the first After-Trail of the weekend at the inner courtyard where everyone is welcome – good food, great atmosphere, and live music. Friday night, Original 45k participants can also check in, receive an experience briefing, and fuel up with pasta in the Lounge.
SATURDAY
Saturday is the day for Original 45k, which finishes at the Top of Mount Skuleberget where many of Friday’s participants usually head to cheer on the runners. Afterwards, it’s time for a shared After Trail in FriluftsByn for all distances, companions, and organizers – expect live music and a wonderful atmosphere.
SUNDAY
Sunday is usually an incredibly pleasant day. Many who live in FriluftsByn and nearby show up for breakfast in the Lounge with stiff legs and proud looks. We share experiences, and some manage to fit in an excursion in the High Coast before returning home with lots of memories and experiences.
THIS IS WHAT HAPPENS DURING THE HIGH COAST TRAIL
The High Coast Trail is a weekend filled with experiences for both participants and companions. If you want a detailed overview of your specific distance, click on the respective participant PM above. Below you’ll find what happens day by day.
THURSDAY
Thursday evening, check-in opens for 3Peaks 15k and Coast to Summits 26k. We also keep Restaurant Vardagsrummet for a cozy hangout where you can grab something to eat and drink.
CHECK IN: 18:00 – 20:00
It is possible to check in for 3Peaks 15k and Coast to Summits 26k. Check-in for Original 45k can be done on Friday evening as well as Saturday morning.
VARDAGSRUMMET 17:00 – 22:00
Relax and recharge before the race.
Of course, family and friends are also welcome.
Pasta Bolognese 135 SEK
FRIDAY
Breakfast in restaurant Vardagsrummet followed by check-in, briefing, and start for Coast to Summits 26k. Then, check-in, briefing, and start for 3 Peaks 15k. In the evening, after-trail at the Inner Courtyard, as well as check-in and briefing for Original 45k.
Breakfast 08:00-09:30
Breakfast in Restaurant Vardagsrummet 120 SEK.
CHECK-IN COAST TO SUMMITS 09:00 – 12.00
Check-in only for participants in the High Coast 4Peaks 26k.
PRE-TALK COAST TO SUMMITS 10:00 – 10:40
We go through the course and receive tips for Coast to Summits 26k from the Backa Brothers and Icebug.
Trail Description Coast to Summits >>
Participant PM Coast to Summits >>
LUNCH 11:00 – 12:00
Lunch at the Inner Courtyard. Open for everyone.
START COAST TO SUMMITS
Buses: 12:30 – 13:30
Start: 13:00 – 14:00
FINISH LINE COAST TO SUMMITS
Participants in 3Peaks are expected to finish between 16:00 och 21:00
CHECK-IN 3PEAKS 15k 14:00 – 15:00
Check-in only for participants in the High Coast Summits 15k.
PRE-TALK 3PEAKS 15:00 – 15:30
We go through the course and receive tips for 3Peaks 15k from the Backa Brothers and Icebug.
FINISH LINE PEAKS
Participants in 3Peaks are expected to finish between 18:00 och 21:00
AFTER-TRAIL 16:00 – 22:00
We celebrate the achievements of Coast to Summits and 3Peaks with food, drinks, bonfires, and live music at FriluftsByn’s Inner Courtyard. Everyone is welcome, participants, companions, and of course, Original 45k runners. You can also hang out on Vardagsrummet sun deck and cheer at other participants.
CAFÉ FRILUFTSFIKET: 10:00 – 19:00
Behind our visitor center, you’ll find the Café Friluftsfiket where we serve coffee and sandwiches.
KITCHEN 1: THE INNER COURTYARD 16:00 – 22:00
In the Inner Courtyard, we’re flipping our awesome Burger Camper and opening the outdoor bar. Live troubadour on stage from 17:30.
KITCHEN 2: RESTAURANT VARDAGSRUMMET 17:00 – 22:00
In restaurant Vardagsrummet, we serve Pasta Bolognese, primarily intended for those fueling up for the Trail, but of course, the kitchen is open to everyone. You can also purchase food from Kitchen 1 at the Inner Courtyard and bring it out to the Terrace of Vardagsrummet.
AWARD CEREMONY COAST TO SUMMITS 18:00
Although we don’t view the High Coast 3Peaks as a competition, we award symbolic prizes to the top 3 women and men.
CHECK-IN ORIGINAL 18:00 – 22:00
Check-in open for Original 45k.
FÖRSNACK ORIGINAL 20:00 – 21:00
We go through the course and receive tips for Original 45k from the Backa Brothers and Icebug.
Trail Description Original 43k >>
Participant PM Original 43k >>
AWARD CEREMONY 3PEAKS 21:00
Even though we don’t consider the High Coast 3Peaks as a competition, we award symbolic prizes to the top 3 women and men.
SATURDAY
Breakfast in restaurant Vardagsrummet followed by an early check-in before buses to the start of the High Coast Trail Original 43k. The Top Cabin is open to the audience and the finish line is expected around 13:00. Then, a shared After-Trail for all runners in FriluftsByn’s Vardagsrum and at the Inner Courtyard.
BREAKFAST 06:30-09:00
Breakfast in Restaurant Vardagsrummet 120 SEK.
CHECK-IN ORIGINAL 07:00 – 08.00
Check-in for High Coast Original 45k.
START ORIGINAL 43k
Buses: 07:30 – 08:30
Start: 08:00 – 09:00
FINISH LINE ORIGINAL 43k
Participants in the Original race are expected to finish at the top of Mount Skuleberget between 12:30 and 21:00.
The Top Cabin open 11:30 – 21.00.
AFTER-TRAIL 16:00 – 23:00
We celebrate all the weekend’s achievements with a party and live band in restaurant Vardagsrummet and light the fires in the Inner Courtyard. The band starts 18:00.
AWARD CEREMONY ORIGINAL 18:00
Even though we don’t view the High Coast Trail Original 45k as a competition, we award symbolic prizes to the top 3 women and men.
SUNDAY
Breakfast in restaurant Vardagsrummet and the fun post-event chat about the weekend’s achievements. Both the Via Ferrata facility and the Top Cabin are open.
BREAKFAST 08:00-09:30
Breakfast in Restaurant Vardagsrummet 120 SEK.
EXPERIENCE MORE
Top Cabin: 11:30 – 15:00
Via Ferrata: 10:00 – 17:00
More tips on attractions and adventures >>
RUNNING FESTIVAL FOR EVERYONE
The High Coast Trail is a wonderful weekend with multiple races, lots of events, and a great sense of community for both participants and accompanying friends and family. Here you'll find more about what you have to look forward to.
PROGRAM HIGH COAST TRAIL 2024 »
EXPERIENCE THE HIGH COAST WORLD HERITAGE SITE
All distances take you through some of the absolute highlights of the High Coast. Even if you're accompanying someone, you can look forward to magnificent nature experiences.
TIPS BEFORE THE RACE AND MINI-FAIR »
Before each distance, we hold a race briefing while Icebug and Haglöfs are on-site to showcase their latest equipment, and there are also jackets and shoes available to borrow for the races.
WE CELEBRATE ACHIEVEMENTS AT AFTER-TRAIL »
The cozy pre-evenings, the hangout after crossing the finish line, and the after-trail in the evenings - a significant part of the High Coast Trail is the wonderful sense of community.
SURROUNDING ACTIVITIES & TIPS FOR SPECTATORS »
While you're in the High Coast, take the opportunity to experience more. Kayaking, climbing, excursions, or just relaxing with breathtaking views.