Race PM RUNmaröloppen 2026
It is our ambition that RUNmarö should be a friendly, welcoming, and professionally organized race. At the same time, we want to highlight that the organization behind the event consists of a committed family and we are doing this right in the middle of our holiday because we simply think it is so much fun. Everything is a little more “holiday-style” than in regular races, and we see that as part of the charm.
We kindly ask all participants to read the information below so you are well prepared before arriving at Svängen and Runmarö. The Race Information is presented in chronological order, and we hope it feels logical.
Saturday (the day before the race)
Extra spots for the races at 16.00
We release 30 spots per race exactly at 16.00 via the website, and registration takes place on RaceId.com. The spots will sell out quickly, so do not wait too long.
Bib number collection at Svängen 18.00
The first bib number pickup takes place on Saturday between 18.00 and 20.00 at Svängen. If you are already on the island, we would greatly appreciate it if you could come to Svängen the evening before and collect your bib so that queues are as short as possible on race day. One person can collect multiple bibs, so it is better to send a friend than to wait until Sunday. Start list.
Sunday (race day)
Getting to Runmarö
NEW! Getting to Runmarö – our own taxi boat departs 11.10–12.10
We have our own taxi boat running a shuttle service between Stavsnäs Vinterhamn and Styrsvik. It departs for the first time at 11.10 and then several times until 12.10. The cost is 85 SEK per person, paid via Swish or PayPal before boarding. We trust everyone to do the right thing. The boat departs in front of Kaj & Krog, and a representative from Runmaröloppen will be on site with payment information.
Kaj & Krog with energy and support
Our friend Carin and the team at Kaj & Krog will offer energy in the form of smoothies, sandwiches, and more for sale on the outdoor terrace right where you board the boat. Payment is made on site.
Getting to Runmarö – Waxholms boat
Waxholms boat line #23 departs at 12.15 from Stavsnäs Vinterhamn. Payment is made onboard. You will still make it in time for bib number collection and the Race Meeting, but please hurry once you arrive on Runmarö.
Getting to Runmarö – private boat
If you arrive by private boat, Runmarö Båtvarv is the island’s only guest harbour, about 2 km walk to Svängen. Payment information is available on site. The harbour usually fills up, but extra spots can often be arranged. To be safe, please call and book in advance.
Bib numbers & Race Meeting
Bib number collection Mini-Lunken & Antikrundan – Svängen
Bib numbers for Mini-Lunken and Antikrundan are collected directly at Svängen, and numbers are not fixed. This means you will have a number that does not match the start list, but since there is no timing in this race, it does not matter.
Bib number collection Lunken & Halvmarathon – Låttas Bageri
Bib numbers are collected at Låttas Bageri, approximately 350 metres from Styrsvik pier and 50 metres from Svängen. We would greatly appreciate it if you check your number in the start list yourself.
Admin
If time allows, we will assist with admin tasks such as changing names, categories, or similar. If we do not have time, we will resolve it afterwards. This is done at our white tent at Svängen.
Extra spots
During the Race Meeting at 12.40, we will release any bib numbers that have not been collected at the Admin tent. At that point, they are free to take. Payment is made afterwards via Swish or PayPal, and we trust everyone to do the right thing.
Arena Svängen, toilets and runner lunch
The race arena
Everything related to RUNmaröloppen takes place at Restaurant Svängen, which is Runmarö’s natural meeting point and social hub that we have come to love. With Runmaröloppen, we want to give something back to Svängen. Please consider buying lunch, ice cream, or a drink, and stay for dinner at Svängen so everyone benefits.
Pre-order runner lunch
You can pre-order a runner lunch served between approximately 11.00 and 12.30 at Svängen. It will be a pasta salad with chicken and is available in vegetarian and gluten-free options. Dressing is served on the side, making it naturally lactose-free. Order your lunch via RaceId.com (scroll down slightly).
Food and fika during the day
Next to Svängen you will find Låttas Bageri, offering fika, treats, and simple sandwiches. Runmarö Lanthandel is about a 5-minute walk from Svängen. A healthy runner lunch will also be available at Svängen. Please support all of these places during the day.
Valuables during the races
There is no official baggage or valuables drop-off, but you are welcome to leave a bag at Svängen while you run, at your own risk.
Toilets
Svängen is a small bistro on an archipelago island, and facilities are limited. The wastewater system cannot handle too much pressure in short periods. We have therefore built two event toilets located across the road from Svängen, sponsored by Vindö Byggvaror and built by Runmarö Snickeri. In addition, there is a marked area in the meadow where mainly men can relieve themselves. Hand sanitizer and soap are available.
Important times during the day
Mini-Lunken & Antikrundan – 11.00
Mini-Lunken & Antikrundan start at 11.00. It is completely fine for parents to run with their children during the entire race, but please make sure all other children have space and that you are not in the way, as this is their race. Directly at the finish line, all participants will receive a medal and an ice cream sponsored by Svängen 😋.
The prize ceremony takes place as soon as the last runner has finished, approximately at 11.30, and prizes are awarded to positions 1–3 in the boys’, girls’, and Antikrundan categories. We also traditionally draw a “cake” from Låttas Bageri to one lucky winner.
Race Meeting – 12.40
We hold a mandatory Race Meeting in Swedish at Svängen at 12.40 to go through the courses and other important information.
Canicross runners – free start from 12.50
We offer Canicross runners a free start between 12.50 and 13.00. This is to ensure that the dogs are not too stressed and can get a good start, and that any dog-sensitive participants can focus on their race. At the finish, you report your finishing time so we can adjust the results list. There is no separate prize ceremony in the Canicross class.
Lunken 5.7 km & Halvmarathon – 13.00
Both races start at the same time at 13.00 and split after 1 km. Halvmarathon has a time limit of 3 hours, but the organization will remain afterwards so that everyone can finish.
Courses, aid stations and safety
Course markings Mini-Lunken & Antikrundan
Mini-Lunken & Antikrundan have no course markings, but we have marshals at intersections and a marked golf cart that drives in front of the lead runner to show the way and also alert other traffic that the race is in progress.
Course markings Lunken & Halvmarathon
The courses will be marked with fixed signs sponsored by Vindö Byggvaror, small orange flags, orange arrows for Halvmarathon, and yellow arrows for Lunken. Additional signs will be placed at critical intersections.
Aid stations – how many this year?
There are two official aid stations on the Halvmarathon course and none on Lunken. However, every year the island provides at least 15–20 additional informal aid stations along the villages. Our sponsor Umara provides all aid stations with drink mix powder and cups. Please thank everyone who offers you energy along the way!
Passing Halvmarathon + finishes in Lunken
The Halvmarathon course passes Svängen at approximately 10.5 km, and at the same time runners in Lunken are still finishing. We will separate the course with barrier tape so that finishes in Lunken are on the right side, and Halvmarathon runners pass in the opposite direction also on the right side. We will also take split times for Halvmarathon, so it is important that your bib number is visible.
Ice cream for all cheering children!
All children who help out at an aid station will be treated to an ice cream at Svängen as a thank you. We will have “ice cream vouchers” at Svängen, and children can collect them themselves or a parent can collect them for everyone. They are valid throughout the summer, so there is no rush. Hand on heart!
Safety during the races
There is no dedicated safety or medical staff on the course. However, there are CPR-trained staff at Svängen and a defibrillator borrowed from Runmarö Fire Department. If an accident occurs on the course, we ask runners to help each other and of course call 112 in case of emergency.
After the race, results and prize ceremony
Medal after the race
All participants in Mini-Lunken & Antikrundan receive a medal after finishing. Lunken and Halvmarathon receive this year’s medal, produced in Gothenburg by Yogawood. Special thanks to our medal sponsor Staffan Tjulander and his company Consoli Consulting.
Results directly on RaceId.com
Your results will be available immediately on the website after finishing, so please do not come to us asking for times while we are busy cheering runners in and registering finishers. Simply click RESULTS on the website. No times are recorded for Mini-Lunken & Antikrundan except for positions 1–3.
Prize ceremony and awards
Mini-Lunken & Antikrundan at 11.30, and Lunken & Halvmarathon at 15.30. We will award prizes to positions 1–3 in all classes and races.
Return, hangout at Svängen and accommodation
Dinner and hangout at Svängen
Svängen is open as usual and welcomes all runners during the day. Please book a table in advance for the evening, as it usually gets fully booked, at 0734439284.
Returning from Runmarö after the race
After the race, the Waxholms boat departs at 18.20 or 20.20 from Styrsvik to Stavsnäs Vinterhamn. We do not have a dedicated boat booked for the evening.
Accommodation on Runmarö
There are several accommodation options on the island, which are quickly booked up. On the Runmarö website, you will find most options with links and information.
Do not forget to read the race rules for the event.