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Runner near the finish line during the Monolith Race in Halden.
25 Apr Estimated date
We have not received an official date for this race.
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Terreng
8,6 km
9 km
Runner near the finish line during the Monolith Race in Halden.
Runner on the trail during the Monolith Race. Beautiful nature.
Running in challenging terrain during the Monolith Race.
Map and profile of the Monolith Race 2024 in Halden.

Monolittløpet

Velodromen på Ystehede

Race description

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Welcome spring with a traditional trail race in spectacular surroundings along Iddefjorden in Halden. The Monolith Race will be held on April 26, 2025, and has become a tradition for both locals and visitors since its inception in 2013. The race covers 9 km in challenging yet scenic terrain, where you can choose to run, jog, or walk. The start is at the velodrome in Ystehede, with the finish line at the square in Halden city center, and the route features significant elevation and steep sections.

Highlights

  • The Monolith Run takes place in the areas where the raw stone for Vigeland's sculpture the Monolith was quarried.
  • The route is known for its beautiful granite, and the stone industry was an important livelihood for many people in the early 1900s.
  • Regardless of the pace, participants will have a great nature experience in this beautiful landscape.

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Additional information

Detailed information

  • Race name: Monolittløpet
  • Location name: Velodromen på Ystehede
  • Distances: 8,6 km, 9 km
  • Organizer website: https://monolittlopet.no/
  • Surface / Race type Terreng
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