calendar_today 22 May, 2026 – 23 May, 2026
directions_run Running
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sell €73.50 – €171.50
The UKA PAIN Ultra is an evocative and demanding trail running event held in the rugged wilderness of Älvdalen, Dalarna. Taking place over the weekend of May 22–23, 2026, the event is hosted by Sweden Runners IF and is recognized for its technical difficulty and scenic forest beauty. The 2026 edition serves as the official host for the Swedish Trail Running Championships (SM), drawing the nation's top talent to the deep woods of Dalarna.
| Race Category | Distance | Date | Key Landmark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welest Fomm Painas | 100 km | May 22-23 | Älvdalen Wilderness |
| Trail SM / VSM | 28 km | May 23 | Technical Single Track |
| Junior SM (JSM) | 12 km | May 23 | Dalarna Forest |
The centerpiece for ultra-endurance athletes is the "Welest Fomm Painas" 100 km, a grueling test of stamina through remote terrain. Simultaneously, the 28 km and 12 km courses provide the stage for the National, Veteran, and Junior championships. The event is characterized by its narrow paths and significant elevation changes, moving away from gravel roads to provide an authentic, "painful" trail experience that lives up to its name.
Logistics and Participant Information:
Combining elite-level championship racing with grassroots ultra-trail adventure, the UKA PAIN Ultra 2026 stands as a landmark event in the Swedish athletic calendar.
May 22, 2026
Distance — 28K
Type — Running
10:30
€100.00
May 22, 2026
Distance — 12K
Type — Running
11:00
€73.50
May 22, 2026
Distance — 160.9K
Type — Running
16:00
€171.50
May 22, 2026
Distance — 102K
Type — Running
23:00
€148.00
May 23, 2026
Distance — 52K
Type — Running
09:00
€110.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Älvdalen.
Learn more about the host city, Älvdalen.
Älvdalen is a municipality in north-western Dalarna, at the border of Härjedalen and Norway.
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