Nuuk Five Peaks

Greenland’s Ultimate Mountain Running Challenge

This summer, trail runners and mountain athletes from Greenland and abroad gather in Nuuk for the “Nuuk Five Peaks” run.

Are you ready to test your limits in one of the world’s most spectacular landscapes?

This demanding 25-kilometre race crosses five of the iconic peaks surrounding Greenland’s capital, with around 2,000 metres of elevation gain, in technical terrain, and breathtaking views of the Nuuk Fjord.

The route takes participants through rugged mountain landscapes, steep ascents, rocky ridges, and remote wilderness where nature sets the pace.

A bucket-list event for trail runners and mountain adventurers

For experienced trail runners and ambitious hikers looking for a challenge, Nuuk Five Peaks offers a rare opportunity to experience Greenland’s raw beauty from a completely different perspective.

Whether you come to compete, push your personal limits, or simply experience one of the most unique mountain running events in the Arctic, Nuuk Five Peaks is an unforgettable journey through some of Greenland’s most dramatic terrain.

If you are a group or family traveling together with different challenge levels, there is also a 10 km route with ‘only’ one mountain peak involved.

Ready for the challenge?

Practical information about the race

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Mads Nordlund

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