The Sommerkarusellen August 2025 marks another installment in Bergen, Norway's highly popular monthly running series, organized by Gneist Athletics and proudly sponsored by Head Energy. This specific event typically offers participants the choice of a 5km or 10km race, providing a consistent and accessible platform for both seasoned runners and those newer to the sport. Known for its well-organized structure and community focus, the Sommerkarusellen series, including the August edition, serves as an excellent opportunity for local runners to maintain fitness, track progress, or simply enjoy a timed run in a supportive environment throughout the summer months.
Races
10 km
5 km
Race Date:
04 August, 2025
The Sommerkarusellen 10 km is a standalone, officially certified road race run on flat, traffic-free asphalt starting and finishing at Fana Stadion in Bergen, Norway. Runners in the 10 km branch off at the 2.5 km mark, continue to a turnaround near Plantasjen, and retrace their steps to the stadium, with full live timing, kilometer markers, and separate start waves from the 5 km race.
Race Date:
04 August, 2025
The Sommerkarusellen 5 km is a standalone, officially measured road race held on summer evenings at Fana Stadion in Bergen, Norway. With shared start for 5 km and 10 km options, runners who choose the 5 km distance turn around at the 2.5 km mark and head back to finish—all on flat, traffic‑free asphalt under timed conditions.
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FAQs
What is the Sommerkarusellen 10km?
How long is the Sommerkarusellen 10km?
Where does the Sommerkarusellen 10km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Sommerkarusellen 10km?
How can I prepare for the Sommerkarusellen 10km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Sommerkarusellen 10km?
The Sommerkarusellen 10 km is a standalone, officially certified road race run on flat, traffic-free asphalt starting and finishing at Fana Stadion in Bergen, Norway. Runners in the 10 km branch off at the 2.5 km mark, continue to a turnaround near Plantasjen, and retrace their steps to the stadium, with full live timing, kilometer markers, and separate start waves from the 5 km race.
The Sommerkarusellen 10km is 10km long.
The Sommerkarusellen 10km takes place in Bergen, Vestland, Norway.
Runna classifies the Sommerkarusellen 10km elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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!
What is the Sommerkarusellen 10km?
The Sommerkarusellen 10 km is a standalone, officially certified road race run on flat, traffic-free asphalt starting and finishing at Fana Stadion in Bergen, Norway. Runners in the 10 km branch off at the 2.5 km mark, continue to a turnaround near Plantasjen, and retrace their steps to the stadium, with full live timing, kilometer markers, and separate start waves from the 5 km race.
How long is the Sommerkarusellen 10km?
The Sommerkarusellen 10km is 10km long.
Where does the Sommerkarusellen 10km take place?
The Sommerkarusellen 10km takes place in Bergen, Vestland, Norway.
What is the elevation gain of the Sommerkarusellen 10km?
Runna classifies the Sommerkarusellen 10km elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Sommerkarusellen 10km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Sommerkarusellen 10km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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!
What is the Sommerkarusellen 5km?
How long is the Sommerkarusellen 5km?
Where does the Sommerkarusellen 5km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Sommerkarusellen 5km?
How can I prepare for the Sommerkarusellen 5km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Sommerkarusellen 5km?
The Sommerkarusellen 5 km is a standalone, officially measured road race held on summer evenings at Fana Stadion in Bergen, Norway. With shared start for 5 km and 10 km options, runners who choose the 5 km distance turn around at the 2.5 km mark and head back to finish—all on flat, traffic‑free asphalt under timed conditions.
The Sommerkarusellen 5km is 5km long.
The Sommerkarusellen 5km takes place in Bergen, Vestland, Norway.
Runna classifies the Sommerkarusellen 5km elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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!
What is the Sommerkarusellen 5km?
The Sommerkarusellen 5 km is a standalone, officially measured road race held on summer evenings at Fana Stadion in Bergen, Norway. With shared start for 5 km and 10 km options, runners who choose the 5 km distance turn around at the 2.5 km mark and head back to finish—all on flat, traffic‑free asphalt under timed conditions.
How long is the Sommerkarusellen 5km?
The Sommerkarusellen 5km is 5km long.
Where does the Sommerkarusellen 5km take place?
The Sommerkarusellen 5km takes place in Bergen, Vestland, Norway.
What is the elevation gain of the Sommerkarusellen 5km?
Runna classifies the Sommerkarusellen 5km elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Sommerkarusellen 5km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Sommerkarusellen 5km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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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