The Fjögurra skóga hlaupið (The Four Forests Run), set for Saturday, July 19, 2025, is a distinctive trail running event nestled in Iceland's picturesque Fnjóskadalur valley in the North. Organized by Ungmennafélagið Stjarnan, this unique race guides participants through four enchanting forest environments—a rare gem in the Icelandic landscape—alongside beautiful rivers and varied natural terrain. Offering challenging distances of 30.6 km, 17.6 km, and 10.3 km, plus a family-friendly 4.3 km fun run, it caters to all abilities. With significant elevation changes on its forest paths and gravel trails, the event promises both a rewarding physical test and an immersive experience in Iceland's vibrant summer nature.
Race Date:
19 July, 2025
The Fjögurra skóga hlaupið 4.3km is a fun run through the scenic forests of Vaglaskógur, Lundsskógur, Þórðarstaðaskógur, and Reykjaskógur in the southern region of Fnjóskadalur Valley. This route is also suitable as a walking path, with no timing for participants and free entry for children under 12.
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The Fjögurra skóga hlaupið 4.3km is a fun run through the scenic forests of Vaglaskógur, Lundsskógur, Þórðarstaðaskógur, and Reykjaskógur in the southern region of Fnjóskadalur Valley. This route is also suitable as a walking path, with no timing for participants and free entry for children under 12.
The 4.3 km entertainment chef is 4km long.
The 4.3 km entertainment chef takes place in Fnjóskadalur, Iceland.
Runna classifies the 4.3 km entertainment chef elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
The Fjögurra skóga hlaupið 4.3km is a fun run through the scenic forests of Vaglaskógur, Lundsskógur, Þórðarstaðaskógur, and Reykjaskógur in the southern region of Fnjóskadalur Valley. This route is also suitable as a walking path, with no timing for participants and free entry for children under 12.
The 4.3 km entertainment chef is 4km long.
The 4.3 km entertainment chef takes place in Fnjóskadalur, Iceland.
Runna classifies the 4.3 km entertainment chef elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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