Västgötaloppet 2027, part of the Ski Classics Challengers series, has officially opened registrations for its 2027 edition.
Västgötaloppet Winter Weekend, part of the Ski Classics Challengers circuit with two events, 42km Skate and 42km Classic, has opened registrations for its 2027 edition. The long-distance skiing events will take place on Saturday, February 6, and Sunday, February 7, 2027, in Ulricehamn, Sweden.
A true Swedish classic, Västgötaloppet was first held in 1929 between Ulricehamn and Borås and is one of Sweden’s oldest and most popular long-distance ski races. Today, the event takes place at the modern Lassalyckan Vasaloppet Center in Ulricehamn, which features excellent facilities, long artificial-snow tracks, and a festive atmosphere.
Each winter, the Västgötaloppet Classic attracts around 1,000 participants and serves as one of Sweden’s largest seeding races for both Vasaloppet and Tjejvasan. With its scenic and spectator-friendly course, excellent service, and welcoming environment, the event offers the perfect mix of competition and community for elite and recreational skiers alike.
The Västgötaloppet Skate, introduced in 2025, quickly became a success. It stands out as one of the few pure long-distance races in the world using freestyle technique. Both the Classic and Skate races share the same 42km course at Lassalyckan, allowing participants to choose their preferred style while enjoying the same exciting atmosphere and high-quality organization.
Over the years, Västgötaloppet has evolved into more than just a race; it’s a whole winter festival, the Västgötaloppet Winter Weekend, offering shorter and relay events that draw skiers, families, and companies for a memorable snow experience.
Registrations opened on Saturday, July 25, 2026.
The following events are available for registration:
Saturday, February 6, 2027
- Västgötaloppet 2027 Skate 42km
- Västgötaloppet Skate 25km
- Västgötaloppet Skate 18km
- Västgötaloppet Stafett 40
Sunday, February 7, 2027
- Västgötaloppet 2027 Classic Tävling 42km
- Västgötaloppet 2027 Classic Motion 42km
- Västgötaloppet Classic Motion 25km
- Västgötaloppet Classic Motion 18km
For more information, visit the Ski Classics Challengers event pages – Västgötaloppet Skate and Västgötaloppet Classic – and the Västgötaloppet website.
Author: Leandro Lutz
Photo: Eric Koerffer
