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NUTS Ylläs Pallas

23–24 July 2027

What, where, when

Five distances in the fell landscapes of Pallas–Yllästunturi National Park on 23–24 July 2027: 160, 100, 66, 37 and 15 km. The event centre is in Äkäslompolo, with starts in Hetta, Pallas and Äkäslompolo. The 66 km finishes in Pallas; the other main distances finish in Äkäslompolo.

Registration opens on 24 November 2026 at 18:00 Finnish time. See the 2027 entry fees and registration information.

Choose your distance

160 km

160 km through Pallas–Yllästunturi National Park! The classic Hetta–Pallas, midnight trails, and the Ylläs crossing – an unforgettable ultra adventure in the Arctic night.
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100 km

Experience the magic of the Midnight Sun: 100 km from Pallas to Äkäslompolo through national park trails and forests. A true ultra challenge in the light of the Arctic night!
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66 km

The legendary Hetta–Pallas hiking trail with an extra twist! 66 km of open fells, deep gorges, and stunning national park scenery – a true classic with a little more adventure.
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37 km

Over Ylläs and onto the trails of Kesänki! The route climbs Ylläs from the Ylläsjärvi side, descends to Kellokas, and joins the shorter route through Pirunkuru and Tahkokuru. Stunning views!
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15 km

From Äkäslompolo through Pirunkuru and Tahkokuru to stunning Kesänki landscapes! A compact trail running experience in Lapland, perfect for runners of all levels.
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Compare distances and find yours

22 July 2027: bib pickup from 12:00, 2.5 km at 13:00 and 6 km at 14:00. Registration opens on 29 June 2027 at 18:00 Finnish time.

How to take part

Registration opens on 24 November 2026 at 18:00 Finnish time. The first price tier runs through 2 February 2027.

Registration information and prices – fees, age requirements and terms.

Event Guide – preparation, bib pickup and event arrangements.

Subject to change. Detailed shuttle and service schedules will be published in summer 2027.

Getting here and getting around – plan your journey to the area and your start.

Reaching the start and returning from the finish

The 160 and 66 km start in Hetta, the 100 km in Pallas, and the 37 and 15 km in Äkäslompolo. The bus to the start, local shuttle, travel to the event area and return journey are separate. Plan your return from the 66 km finish in Pallas. Detailed bus and shuttle timetables for 2027 will be published in summer 2027. The Pohjolan Matka / Rovaniemi connecting bus is still unconfirmed.

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