Kullamannen by UTMB is a 100 Miles (173km) ultra marathon in Mölle, Sweden. Distance: 173km. Elevation: 2,300m D+. Difficulty: brutal (Challenge Rating 45/100). DNF rate: 45%. Surface: trail. Established 2014.
Kullamannen by UTMB
Mölle, Skåne, Sweden
"173km through 15 nature reserves on the Swedish coast — "Heaven, Sea & Hell" run in late October darkness with 40-60% DNF rate."
UTMB World Series 100-miler along Sweden's most dramatic coastline, with a masked knight on horseback leading runners out at the start.
The Course
The flagship 100-mile race from Höganäs to Båstad, passing through 15 nature reserves and two mountains along the Skåneleden trail. Starts with a prologue to Mölle and the mythical Kullaberg, continues along exposed coastal single tracks, through Ängelholm and Torekov. The final stretch through Dödens Zon (Death Zone) on Kullaberg at night is legendary — technical cliff-top trails with the sound of waves crashing below.
hilly
point-to-point
12
187m
Runner Experience
UTMB-standard aid stations with hot food, drinks, medical support, and drop bag access at major checkpoints.
Professional UTMB-style finish with crowds, announcements, and a festival atmosphere in the finish area.
Race Day Weather
8°C
3° – 12°
80%
50%
Late autumn coastal Sweden. Cool, damp, and potentially windy along the coast. Rain is likely.
Stats & Records
2014
150
28:00:00
Entry
SEK 3,500
January
weeks
Lore & Trivia
Kullamannen by UTMB is Sweden's flagship 100-mile ultra — nicknamed "Heaven, Sea & Hell." The race starts with a prologue worthy of a medieval saga: a masked knight on horseback leads runners out from Höganäs Church before disappearing into the night. From there, runners traverse 173km through 15 nature reserves along the Kullaberg and Bjäre peninsulas. The Dödens Zon (Death Zone) section through Kullaberg at night is the crux — technical cliff-top trails in total darkness with gale-force winds off the Baltic. November in southern Sweden means more night than day, coastal storms, and a DNF rate of 40-60%. Part of the UTMB World Series since its inception, Kullamannen has become the defining ultra in Scandinavia.
- ▸ A masked knight on horseback leads runners out at the start — a tradition since the race's founding.
- ▸ 90% of the field is from Scandinavia (Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland).
- ▸ Successful 100-mile finishers receive a finisher ring — one of ultra running's most coveted prizes.
- ▸ Kullamannen means "The Man of Kulla" — a legendary figure said to haunt the Kullaberg peninsula.
- ▸ The race also offers 100K, 50K, and 22K distances, but the 100 Miles is the flagship.
- ▸ Kullaberg has Sweden's only cliff caves accessible by running trail.
Kullamannen by UTMB is a trail run like no other — it is rooted in adventure, legend and mystery. It is the epitome of true Swedish trail grit.
In the darkness you can hear the waves and a chilling feeling of the abyss. It is a very technical trail that leaves no one untouched!
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Kullamannen by UTMB? +
Kullamannen by UTMB is a 100 Miles (173km) (173km) ultra marathon with 2,300m of elevation gain. The course is point-to-point on trail terrain.
How hard is Kullamannen by UTMB? +
Kullamannen by UTMB is rated brutal with a Challenge Rating of 45/100 (Challenging). The DNF rate is 45%.
What is the weather like at Kullamannen by UTMB? +
Average temperature is 8°C (range 3°C to 12°C) with 80% humidity and a 50% chance of rain. Late autumn coastal Sweden. Cool, damp, and potentially windy along the coast. Rain is likely.
Are crew and pacers allowed at Kullamannen by UTMB? +
No crew access is permitted. Pacers are not allowed. Mandatory gear is required.
What is the average finish time for Kullamannen by UTMB? +
The average finish time is 28:00:00. About 150 runners finish each year. The DNF rate is 45%.
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