About This Event
Set in the forested landscape east of Uppsala, 6 Sjöar offers runners the unique opportunity to choose from four distances while running the same course system on the same day. The race takes its name from the six lakes that form the backbone of the course, with each distance comprising a different combination of lake loops connected by forest trails and small roads. The event centers around Fjällnora, an isthmus between two lakes that serves as both the start/finish area and the most popular beach around Uppsala. This positioning allows runners to celebrate their finish with a swim in the lake, adding a distinctive post-race experience to the event. Designed as an accessible trail running experience, 6 Sjöar positions itself between typical trail races and road races in terms of difficulty. The organizers emphasize environmental responsibility, providing reusable cups instead of disposables and focusing on experiences over merchandise. With 1,500 runners across all distances in 2025, the event maintains an intimate, community-focused atmosphere.