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Obstacle Run Wijchen 2027 | June 11, 12 & 13
Wijchen
June 11, 12 & 13 | 2027
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STRONG VIKING OBSTACLE RUN WIJCHEN
On June 11, 12 & 13, the water gods are calling you to Wijchen (near Nijmegen)! The Strong Viking Obstacle Run isn’t just any run, it’s a battle through mud, water, and epic obstacles. Choose your ultimate distance: 4 km, 7 km, 13 km, 19 km, or even the marathon distance of 42 km. Can’t wait? Dive into the mud in April, also in Wijchen, during the first Strong Viking event of 2027. Not near Wijchen? Check the calendar and find a location close to you!
What’s included?
- A thrilling 4, 7, 13, 19 & 42 km Strong Viking Obstacle Run course
- A Strong Viking Finisher T-shirt upon crossing the finish line (worth €24.95)
- Aid stations along the course
- Photos taken during the Strong Viking run
- A refreshing drink at the finish line
Are you ready to take on the ultimate Viking challenge? Conquer epic obstacles like the Flying Ragnar, Storm the Castle, and the infamous Fjord Drop, a staggering 14 meters high. Do you dare to take the plunge? On June 11, 12 & 13, Wijchen transforms into a battlefield of water, mud, and adrenaline. Gather your fellow Vikings and experience an unforgettable adventure!
SPLASHING PICTURES
UPCOMING EVENTS
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Weg door de Berendonck 1, Wijchen
As a participant, you can store your luggage for free at a supervised cloakroom. You will receive a wristband, which allows you to retrieve your luggage after the run. Please note, no lockers are available on-site! Make sure to bring a bag for your belongings, as only bags will be accepted at the cloakroom—no loose items.
Important: Only 1 piece of luggage per participant is allowed.
Storing your luggage is always at your own risk.
Of course, you are very welcome to come and cheer on the participants! Admission is free, and the venue opens at 8:30 AM. In addition to numerous obstacles, there will be various stands, catering, and more around the start and finish area. Please note that parking fees may apply if you use the parking facilities.
Strong Viking is not a race; it’s your own challenge. At each obstacle, there is an option to ‘walk by,’ allowing you to decide your own limits and how far you want to push yourself!
*Different rules apply for the OCR Series (Racewave).
The minimum age varies per distance:
- 4 km Family Run: minimum age 5 years (or turns 5 in this calendar year)
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4 km Beginning: minimum age 10 years (or turns 10 in this calendar year)
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7 km: minimum age 10 years (or turns 10 in this calendar year)
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13 km: minimum age 12 years (or turns 12 in this calendar year)
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19 km & OCR Series: minimum age 14 years (or turns 14 in this calendar year)
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42 km Iron Viking: minimum age 16 years
- 60 km Ultra Viking: minimum age 18 years
After the events, you can rinse off. Rinsing areas are separate for men and women (except for the Family Edition); however, there are no shower cabins available.
To ensure the safety of our participants and staff, we conduct a risk assessment for each run. Based on this assessment, we implement necessary measures to guarantee safety. These measures may include deploying traffic controllers, rescue services, first aid teams, or other support services.
Water quality
Before the run, we test the quality of the water that participants will go through. We always recommend using the rinsing facilities at the event site after the run and taking a nice shower at home.
FEATURED OBSTACLES
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STORM THE CASTLE
A true classic in the Strong Viking lineup! Sprint to the top of the Storm the Castle! Will you conquer it on your own or rely on the help of your fellow Vikings?
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FJORD DROP
Already crowned the best obstacle in the Benelux four times. This 14-meter-high beast is feared and loved by many. Are you ready to fly? You’ll encounter the Fjord Drop during the 13km and 19km distances. Breathe in, breathe out. Close your eyes and go!
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FLYING RAGNAR
Ready for a leap into the unknown? Take a deep breath, make the jump, hold on tight, and soar towards the bell with the Flying Ragnar!
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MUD TRENCHES
When you say “Strong Viking,” you’re definitely talking about “the best mud in the world!” No Strong Viking event is complete without those delicious Mud Trenches. Climb over the muddy hills and take a plunge into the muck. Guaranteed to get dirty on the other side!
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WALHALLA STEPS
The only real way to reach the finish is via the glorious Walhalla Steps! Here, you’ll celebrate the victory of the stunning course with all its challenging obstacles. Enjoy your achievement together!
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SAGAS
The Strong Viking Signature Obstacles! These SAGA obstacles, highlighted in yellow, test your strength, technique, and agility. With each distance, the SAGA obstacles become increasingly challenging. Will you conquer all the SAGA’s?
WHICH DISTANCE SUITS YOU BEST?
I'M NOT SURE YET...
Take the test!
I'M NOT SURE YET...
Still not sure which distance is right for you? Need a little help deciding? Use the decision aid below and find out which challenge suits you best!