Öland Lighthouse Challenge

About this event

The Öland Lighthouse Challenge takes runners the length of Sweden's captivating island of Öland, starting at the Långe Erik lighthouse in the north and finishing at Långe Jan in the south. The route follows the Kalmar Sound coastline, passing through meadows, forests, and quiet coastal villages that give the island its distinct character. With distances ranging from 50km to 100 miles, this road event attracts experienced distance runners looking for a scenic journey along one of Sweden's most distinctive landscapes. The lighthouse-to-lighthouse route offers a clear sense of progress across the island.

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