Ungdomsvasan

Skiers of the future in forefathers' tracks.

Youths aged 11 to 16 ski 9 or 19 km in the classic Vasaloppet track to the finish line in Mora. Expect a great atmosphere, with lots of cheering and a high pace as the young people settle the score for glory and victory. Regardless of whether you want to compete or not, you are welcome to ski Ungdomsvasan. In forefathers’ tracks for future victories!

Ungdomsvasan

Detailed race map (pdf)

Detailed race map (pdf)

Date 2026 22 Feb
Distance 9 and 19 km
Type Leisure
Age * From 11 years
Race order number 18

Registration fee * 245 SEK
Max participants 1,000

History

Our story begins in the winter of 1520–1521.

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Do you have questions about your participation or the Vasaloppet organisation? Here you'll find contact details for our switchboard and staff.

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News

4 hours ago

Alvar Myhlback – youngest ever winner of Vasaloppet: “The dream began with Ungdomsvasan”

On March 2, 2025, Alvar Myhlback made history as the youngest ever winner of Vasaloppet, before his 19th birthday. With a journey that began when he was just eight, competing in Ungdomsvasan, this skier from Bjursås has steadily worked his way to the top. Now he shares the story of his road to victory, his training philosophy, and his ambitions for future triumphs under the iconic finish line arch in Mora. He also gives training advice for exercisers who are about to move from roller skis to snow for the upcoming season.