Name: John Bauer Trail Run
Start: 2026-10-03
End: 2026-10-03
Location: Huskvarna

About the Event

Welcome to the enchanting forests north of Huskvarna, where runners will be greeted by winding trails along Bauerleden. This race offers stunning views over Lake Vättern and challenges participants with Strutsabacken, a steep climb that has earned its reputation among racers.
The event features several distance options for all ages: 2 km and 4 km races specifically designed for young runners, complemented by longer distances of 5 km, 10 km, and an impressive 18 km route for adults. A new addition to this year's lineup is a special 400-meter race for children aged up to seven years old.
Beyond the main event itself, there’s also a unique Strutsabacken prize awarded to the fastest runner in each category who conquers the challenging ascent of Strutsabacken. This exciting competition adds an extra layer of excitement and motivation for participants looking to showcase their climbing prowess on this iconic section of the course.
The race promises not only physical challenges but also a memorable experience amidst nature's beauty, making it a must-attend event for both local runners and visitors alike.

Races Offered

John Bauer Trail Run 400m - Knattetrollens lopp

Oct 03, 2026

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Distance — 0.4K

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10:00

John Bauer Trail Run 2 km - Knattetrollens lopp

Oct 03, 2026

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Distance — 2K

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10:30

John Bauer Trail Run 10 km - John Bauer loppen

Oct 03, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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11:30

John Bauer Trail Run 18 km - John Bauer loppen

Oct 03, 2026

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Distance — 18K

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11:30

John Bauer Trail Run 5 km - John Bauer loppen

Oct 03, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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11:30

John Bauer Trail Run 5 km - Stortrollens lopp

Oct 03, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Running

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11:30

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Huskvarna.

thermostat Temperature

6.1° / 11.3°

wb_sunny Feels like

2.4° / 7.9°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

5h 10m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.4 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

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air Avg wind speed

14.1 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Low (2.8)

humidity_mid Humidity

86.1%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:40

nightlight Sunset

17:56

About Huskvarna

Learn more about the host city, Huskvarna.

Huskvarna constitutes the eastern part of Jönköping, a city in the Swedish province of Småland, and has a population of about 24,000. The distance to central Jönköping is about 5 km. The name Huskvarna translates to "house mill".