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UPCOMING EVENTS
Frankfurt
july 3 & 4 | 2027
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Styrekx
Styrekx
Fitness Race
styrekx-gorinchem
STYREKX Fitness Race
Gorinchem
sat 23 & sun 24 january 2027
styrekx-mechelen
STYREKX Fitness Race
Mechelen
sat 10 & sun 11 October 2026
styrekx-amsterdam
STYREKX Fitness Race
Amsterdam
sa 21 & su 22 november 2026
Obstacle Run
Sat 12 & Sun 13 Sep 2026
Gent
KM: 47131942
Obstacle Run
Sat 26 & Sun 27 Sep 2026
Amsterdam
KM: 47131942
Family Run
sat 26 & sun 27 sep 2026
Amsterdam
KM: 4
STYREKX Fitness Race
sat 10 & sun 11 October 2026
Mechelen
KM: 8
WHICH DISTANCE DO I GO FOR?
At Strong Viking, you can choose distances ranging from 4 km to 60 km. Not sure which distance suits you best? Take the test and find out which Strong Viking Challenge is right for you. Below, you’ll find an overview of all the athletic challenges offered by Strong Viking.
In addition, we’ve created a training schedule for obstacle runs for each Strong Viking distance. This way, you and your fellow Vikings will be fully prepared to conquer the most impressive obstacles and cross that finish line!
CONQUER THE COOLEST OBSTACLES!
SPLASHING REVIEWS
Julia van MierloWater Edition Wijchen 2023
An unforgettable experience! Overcame the obstacles from the beginning to the end with a big smile on our faces. This was my first time, but my friends participate every year. Next year we will definitely come back for the next Edition! Organization was good, information was great and everything went very smooth and fast.
6x Best obstacle run of the BeNeLux
Best International event 2021
4x Best Family Run of The Netherlands
Best obstacles overall 2019
Beste international event 2019
4x Best obstacle | Fjord Drop
Best Mud 2019
Best theme & decoration 2019
OORAH!
Strong Viking is not a race, but a challenge
Vikings Never Quit
Vikings conquer their fears
We leave no Viking behind
Vikings wil drink their beer in Walhalla
OORAH!
Will you and your friends take on the most exciting challenge in the Netherlands and will you soon be at the start of one of our Strong Viking Obstacle Runs?
The Strong Viking Obstacle Run has been voted the best (& most fun) challenge of the BeNeLux no less than 6 times and is the perfect opportunity to experience an unforgettable day together! Challenge your fellow Vikings now via the button above.
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Heart Rate During Running: How to Improve Your Performance!
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Running in the Dark: How to Stay Visible!
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Exercising in the Winter: Here’s How to Stay Fit!
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100 Reasons to Join the Strong Viking Obstacle Run
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Breathing While Running: The Best Technique!
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10 Reasons Why a Good Warm-Up is Important
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Obstacle Course Racing Gloves: Helpful or Unnecessary?
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Boost your brand with Strong Viking: Your logo on 70,000 Finisher Shirts!
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Running ABC: Improve Your Technique and Coordination!
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Achilles Tendon Pain While Running? Causes & Solutions!
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Workout on Holiday? Here’s how to stay fit like a Viking!
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Is running a marathon healthy? And what does it do to your body?
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Balance Exercises: Improve Your Stability Like a Viking!
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Fear of Heights? 5 Tips to Beat It!
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What is OCR? Everything You Need to Know About Obstacle Course Racing!
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Ultrarunning: What is it and how do you train for it
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What Is an Obstacle Run? And Why Is It So Popular?
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Employee Vitality: Add Strong Viking to Your Vitality Program!
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Active School Trip for Little and Big Vikings Alike!
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