ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Championship
The original swimrun, and the race that created the sport. Held across the Stockholm archipelago, teams of two cover roughly 75 km island to island, running the islands and swimming the channels between them, without ever changing kit. Finishing it at all is the achievement.
Who it's for
Built for experienced swimrun athletes.
Good fit if you…
- are experienced in swimrun and want a hard race
- want a well-known, high-status race
Maybe not if you…
- are brand-new to swimrun: start with something shorter
What should you know about ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Championship?
- Date
- Monday, 7 September 2026
- Format
- World Championship
- Water temp
- 16.5°C · 62°F
Need to know
When is ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Championship 2026?
ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Championship takes place on Monday, 7 September 2026. Dates can move year to year, so confirm the exact day on the official race page before you book travel.
Where does ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Championship take place?
Around 65 km of trail running and 10 km of open-water swimming, stitched across roughly 26 islands in one continuous point-to-point from Sandhamn. You run in your wetsuit and swim in your shoes, tethered to your partner, over terrain that ranges from smooth rock to technical trail. Cold water and cumulative fatigue, not any single leg, are what break people.
Sandhamn, Sweden
FAQs
What do athletes ask about ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Championship?
Where is ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Championship held?
ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Championship is held in Sandhamn, Sweden. The race page has the venue location and a map, and links straight through to the official site for the precise start area.
What distances can you race at ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Championship?
ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Championship offers World Championship. Pick your distance and enter on the official site. Each format usually has its own start wave and cut-offs.
How hard is ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Championship?
ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Championship is rated elite (5/5) for difficulty on FindMyNextRace, based on its distance, terrain, and the level of the field. Use that as a guide and match it to your current fitness before you commit.
What is the terrain like at ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Championship?
ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Championship is held on open-water and trail terrain. Terrain shapes your pacing, kit, and shoe choice, so factor it into your prep. The official course page has the detailed route.
Is ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Championship part of a race series?
Yes, ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Championship is part of the ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Series series. Series events often share a qualification, points, or championship pathway, so if you're chasing the series, check how this race fits its calendar.
How should I train for ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Championship?
Training for ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Championship depends on your target distance and current fitness. Most athletes follow a structured block of 12–20 weeks for a World Championship effort. Build a plan tailored to your race date and level with AI Training Plan (https://aitrainingplan.app).
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