The Ski Classics Challengers event, Klarälvsloppet, is a 90km long-distance roller ski race in classic technique taking place this Sunday, September 20, in Karlstad, Sweden.
On Sunday, September 20, Klarälvsloppet will take place in Sweden and, for another year, as a Ski Classics Challengers event.
Klarälvsloppet, Sweden’s longest roller ski race, takes place in the Värmland countryside along the Klarälven River on a 90km paved course that combines endurance with a unique nature experience.
The roller ski race welcomes both elite and recreational athletes, and the 2026 edition will mark the ninth time the event is held, once again drawing many top Pro Team athletes from the Ski Classics World Championship series.
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In addition to the 90km main race, the Klarälvsloppet weekend also offers 60km and 21km roller ski distances, as well as running and cycling events. The 90km race is a seeding event for Vasaloppet and part of the Ski Classics Challengers series.
Highlights of Klarälvsloppet 2025
Video Credits: Klarälvsloppet
For a complete overview, you can re-watch Klarälvsloppet 2025 here on SC PLAY (available in all countries except Sweden).
RE-WATCH KLARÄLVSLOPPET 2025 HERE ON SC PLAY
Facts
- Date: Sunday, September 20, 2026
- Location: Karlstad, Sweden
- Distance: 90km
- Technique: Classic
- Website: Klarälvsloppet
- Registration: Klarälvsloppet
- Instagram: Klarälvsloppet
- Facebook: Klarälvsloppet
Map & Profile
As the Klarälvsloppet 90km roller ski race is a Ski Classics Challengers event, Pro Team registered athletes can collect points for the Ski Classics Champion and Youth competitions in their respective genders.
A list of Ski Classics Challengers events with confirmed dates for Season 2026/2027 can be found at Ski Classics. The list is updated continuously with new events.
Author: Leandro Lutz
Photo: Fredrik Karlsson/SolstaFoto
