VOLKhOVMEN

Russia flag Veliky Novgorod, Central Federal District, Russia

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VOLKhOVMEN reg.russiarunning.com
Date 10 Jul – 11 Jul, 2027
Races 13 distances
Entry fee $6.14 – $122.83
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VOLKhOVMEN

About the event

Join us for the annual "VolkhovMen" festival, set to take place on July 10 and 11, 2027, in Veliky Novgorod. This historic Russian city hosts a variety of aquatic and running events that cater to all ages.
On Saturday, July 10, the festivities kick off with children's races along Sofiyskaya Embankment, followed by an evening 10-kilometer run through picturesque streets under the stars.
Sunday, July 11, features a range of swimming competitions in the Volkhov River and Siversovo Canal for distances from 700 to 10,000 meters. Participants also have the option to take on aquatlon events combining swim and run legs over various lengths.
All finishers receive commemorative medals and unforgettable memories while exploring Veliky Novgorod's rich history through museum visits, city tours, and interactive quests organized by event partners. Dive into a weekend of challenge and discovery at "VolkhovMen" 2027!

Races offered

10Jul

Detskiy zabeg (200 metrov)

Water sports

Distance
0.2K
Start time
17:30
Entry fee
$ 6.14
10Jul

Detskiy zabeg (1 km)

Water sports

Distance
1K
Start time
19:00
Entry fee
$ 12.28
11Jul

Detskiy zaplyv (200 metrov)

Water sports

Distance
Detskiy zaplyv (200 metrov)
Start time
09:00
Entry fee
$ 18.42
11Jul

ULTRA (10 000 m. plav)

Water sports

Distance
10K
Start time
09:00
Entry fee
$ 122.83
11Jul

ESTAFETA OLIMP (700 m. plav + 4 km beg)

Water sports

Distance
0.7K
Start time
10:00
Entry fee
$ 98.26
11Jul

OLIMP (700 m. plav + 4 km beg)

Water sports

Distance
0.7K
Start time
10:00
Entry fee
$ 73.70
11Jul

Olimp (700 m. plavi)

Water sports

Distance
0.7K
Start time
10:00
Entry fee
$ 49.13
11Jul

RYURIK (3000 m. plav + 8 km beg)

Water sports

Distance
3K
Start time
10:00
Entry fee
$ 85.98
11Jul

Ryurik (3000 m. plav)

Water sports

Distance
3K
Start time
10:00
Entry fee
$ 61.41
11Jul

SKIT (5500 m. plav + 12 km beg)

Water sports

Distance
5.5K
Start time
10:00
Entry fee
$ 85.98
11Jul

Skit (5 500 m. plav)

Water sports

Distance
0.5K
Start time
10:00
Entry fee
$ 73.70
11Jul

ESTAFETA SKIT (5500 m. plav + 12 km beg)

Water sports

Distance
5.5K
Start time
18:00
Entry fee
$ 122.83
11Jul

ESTAFETA RYURIK (3000 m. plav + 8 km beg)

Water sports

Distance
3K
Start time
19:00
Entry fee
$ 122.83

Weather history

3-year monthly averages for July in Veliky Novgorod.

Temperature14.8° / 23.7°
Feels like14.0° / 23.1°
Sunshine hours12h 53m
Rainfall3.4 mm
Snowfall—
Wind10.3 km/h (Light breeze)
Humidity76.0%
Max UV indexModerate (5.6)
Sweat lossModerate
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise04:14
Sunset21:44

About Veliky Novgorod

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Novgorod is one of the oldest cities in Russia. It was first mentioned in the manuscripts as early as 859.

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