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AMFIBIEMANNEN SPRINT SWIMRUN 2026

Saturday, July 25, 2026
Arholma, Stockholm’s outer archipelago

Welcome to Amfibiemannen—one of the world’s oldest swimrun races. Since its debut in 2010, the race has offered a technical, scenic, and classic swimrun experience in Stockholm’s outer archipelago. In 2026, the race returns in a sprint format covering 15.5 km.

Program

Time	Activity
11:00 a.m.	Race Center opens
11:30	Chartered boat from Simpnäs
11:00 a.m.–12:15 p.m.	Distribution of race numbers
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.	Mandatory equipment check
12:30	Race briefing at the starting area
12:50	Entry to the starting corral; the drums begin to sound
1:00	START
approx. 3:00 p.m.	First awards ceremony
approx. 4:00 p.m.	Last runner crosses the finish line
5:15 p.m.	Chartered boat from Arholma
After the finish	Food, drinks, and awards ceremony

Race Center

The race center is located at Arholma Nord. It’s a pleasant 10–15-minute walk (1.5 km) from Arholma Handel, where the boat docks.

Here you’ll find:

• Bib distribution
• Changing rooms
• Restrooms
• Bag check
• Finish line
• Refreshments

Goodie Bag

The starter kit includes: Race vest, Race hoodie, Meal ticket

Wolffwear
July 20–23

or

on race day between 11:00 a.m. and 12:15 p.m.

 

Course

Total length
15.5 km

• approximately 13 km running
• approximately 2.5 km of swimming

The course passes through some of the most spectacular settings in the Stockholm archipelago, including:

• Arholma Lighthouse
• Arholma Fort
• Smooth granite slabs
• Undulating trail paths
• Gravel roads
• Open sea inlets

The terrain is technical in some sections and requires caution.

Always follow:

• markings
• arrows
• instructions from officials.

Note: The course may change depending on the weather; the final course layout will be announced at the pre-race briefing.

Required Equipment

Each participant must wear the required equipment throughout the entire race.

Required:

• Wetsuit
• Swim goggles
• Whistle
• First aid kit
• High-visibility bib
• Swim cap
• Silicone cup for hydration checks

Recommended:

• Swimrun shoes
• Paddles
• Dolme
• Neoprene cap
• Neoprene bandana
• Gococo socks
• Body Glide
• Sunscreen

Team

Teams compete together.

• Maximum 10 meters between teammates.
• Please help each other.
• No one should be left alone on the course.

Solo

Solo follows the same rules as the team classes but completes the race individually.

Safety

Safety always comes first.

In case of problems:

• contact the nearest official
• or a safety kayak/SUP
• or safety boat.

If you withdraw from the race, you must always notify an official.

Never leave the course without reporting it.

Insurance & Participation

Participation is at your own risk. The organizer has not taken out accident insurance. It is each participant’s responsibility to ensure that they are insured for:

Hydration Stations

Refreshments are available at two locations along the course.

Served:

• water
• sports drinks
• energy

Never litter in nature.

Max time

The time limit will be announced during the pre-race briefing.

If a checkpoint is passed after the time limit, the organizer may, for safety reasons, shorten the course or disqualify the participant.

 

Expo

A selection of Wolffwear products and energy drinks from UMARA will be available at the Expo.

Nature

We are competing in a sensitive nature and cultural reserve.

Please be considerate.

• Follow the marked course.
• Do not litter.
• Respect animals, landowners, and residents.

Timekeeping

The RaceID timing system is used.

Results: https://raceid.com/sv/races/9163/result

Awards

Prizes will be awarded to:

• Men’s Solo
• Women’s Solo
• Men’s Team
• Women's Team
• Mixed Team

Any prize drawings will be held among the participants present.

After Crossing the Finish Line

Once you cross the finish line, you’ll be treated to:

• a grilled hamburger
• drinks
• a sense of community
• awards ceremony

Enjoy the afternoon with the other participants at Arholma.

Transport

Car

Drive to Simpnäs.

Chartered race boat

Departure from Simpnäs: 11:30 a.m.

Price: 125 SEK round trip. Book via Raceid when registering or here

Return trip:

Chartered boat departing Arholm-Simpnäs around 5:15 p.m.

Accommodations

We recommend staying at Arholma Nord, just a few minutes from the start and finish lines.

Important phone numbers

Race Director:
0707287028

Medical Services:
0707287028; for life-threatening emergencies and serious injuries, call 112

Event Center:
0707287028

Welcome to Arholma

Joachim & Inger



We thank our sponsors:

Umara
Orca
Zone3
Body Glide
BKM
Roslagens Brygghus
















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