Take a trip to Røros and experience one of the most exciting sled dog races. In February you can follow the teams as they start from the UNESCO World Heritage Site Røros.
THE FEMUND RACE – FROM WORLD HERITAGE TO WINTER DRAMA
In February 2017, from the 10. through the 14., you can experience the 28th race, considered one of the worlds’ most spectacular dogsled-races starting and finishing in the centre of Røros. It is also possible to follow the race at several check-points in Nord-Østerdalen.
600 DEMANDING KILOMETRES
The sledges are released at the bottom of Kjerkegata in Røros. They pass the iconic church, break an action-filled right turn, cross the historic Ore square before they disappear across the slag mounds into the spectacular nature surrounding the World Heritage centre.
The Femund race trail crosses eight municipalities, in two counties. The race is considered by many to be the hardest due to the harsh landscape. All the same; the race attracts more participants than any other race across the world. This is where the elite and amateurs meet.
Close to 200 dog sledges take part every year in three different classes; 12 dog team class which run 600 km(F600), 8 dog team class running 400km(F400) and finally, since 2012; the junior class for mushers ages 14 to 18 running with a 6 dog-team.
The cooperation between musher and dogs in this competition is one of a kind and magical to experience close up. The Femund race is described as exotic and incredibly exciting. Wo/man and animal fighting the natural forces such as snow, low temperatures, bad weather, snow storms and total white-outs during several days, practically without sleep. The focus is always this; the dogs come first.
The race invites everyone following the event to share in the enthusiasm, the festivities and the strong feeling of commitment from the mushers, handlers, volunteers and spectators alike. 600-700 volunteers help facilitate the race. We welcome you to join us.
The 2017 race has acquired NM (Norwegian Championship)status.
In 2017 and 2018 the Femund race cooperates with Barnekreftforeningen( Norwegian Union for Children with cancer). Their important work is being highlighted throughout the race on several arrangements.
For more information about the program and to register as a volunteer, check out our web-page
