Epic Arctic night traverse combining two Lapland trail classics
A point-to-point epic through the heart of the Pallas–Yllästunturi National Park, combining Finland's oldest hiking trail (the historic Hetta–Pallas route) with a crossing of Ylläs fell. Starting in Hetta village and finishing in Äkäslompolo 160 km later, the course traverses open Arctic fells, deep gorges, dense boreal forests, and high viewpoints — all under the perpetual glow of the midnight sun. At 3,750 m of elevation gain and a 35-hour cutoff, this is one of Scandinavia's most demanding multi-day ultras.
Experienced ultrarunners
Äkäslompolo, Lapland, FinlandJuly 17, 2026
NUTS Ylläs Pallas 160 km is a point-to-point trail race in Äkäslompolo, Lapland, Finland, held on July 17, 2026. The course covers 160.9 km, climbs 4,029 m, and has a 35h cutoff.
| Location | km | Elevation | Cutoff | Crew |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Start Start | 0.0 | 296 m | 1:00 PM | |
Mustavaara (Pyhäkero) Aid Station | 11.7 | 356 m | — | CrewHike in |
Ketomella Aid Station | 31.5 | 266 m | — | Crew |
Pallas Aid Station | 66.0 | 460 m | 14h3:00 AM +1 | Crew |
Rauhala Aid Station | 87.0 | 280 m | 19h8:00 AM +1 | Crew |
Pahtavuoma Aid Station | 98.3 | 303 m | 21h10:00 AM +1 | |
Peurakaltio Aid Station | 111.7 | 283 m | 24h1:00 PM +1 | Crew |
Kotamaja Aid Station | 121.0 | 326 m | — | |
Ylläsjärvi Aid Station | 139.7 | 291 m | 30h7:00 PM +1 | Crew |
Kellokas Aid Station | 147.0 | 334 m | 32h9:00 PM +1 | Crew |
Finish Finish | 160.9 | 223 m | 35h12:00 AM +2 |
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Despite midnight sun, temperatures on exposed Lapland fells can drop sharply overnight — mandatory gear list enforced
Lapland weather is unpredictable in July; rain, wind, and fog can develop rapidly on open fell terrain
Continuous daylight above the Arctic Circle means prolonged UV exposure for the entire race duration
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