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Join the 520 who have already registered – register before the deadline of 31 August at
fraelsi.fo
The deadline to register for the Faroes’ Most Beautiful Half Marathon, and to make any changes or name changes, is Monday 31 August.
The Faroes’ Most Beautiful Half Marathon takes place on Saturday 5 September.
520 participants have already confirmed their entry: 294 women and 226 men. 351 have registered to run and 169 to walk.
The event draws runners and walkers not only from the Faroe Islands but also from abroad, with 20 different nationalities taking part.
It is a day of celebration for both sport and culture, with participants ranging from experienced runners and walkers to workplaces, groups of friends and families. The route runs from Gásadalur to Sandavágur church and passes through all the villages on Vágar. It is a uniquely beautiful route, with plenty of music along the way.
A particularly powerful moment comes at the finish line by the church in Sandavágur, where the flags of all the participating countries fly
The event also plays an important social role. Part of the walkers’ entry fee goes to Krabbameinsfelagið. Runners have the option to donate, and the association Berin, which runs grief groups for children, receives fixed support.
Ítróttarfelagið Frælsi – the association for athletics in Vágar – organises the Faroes’ Most Beautiful Half Marathon, with strong support from the municipalities, the rescue association and local businesses. A huge number of volunteers make it possible at all.
In connection with the event, Landsverk has decided to close the Gásadalur tunnel from 09:45 to 11:30 and Vatnavegur from 11:30 to 13:00. From 13:00 to 14:00 there will be convoy driving, organised by Vága bjargingarfelag.
Many people will be on the road from Gásadalur to Sandavágur, and we ask everyone to drive with care and consideration for the many who are walking and running this beautiful route.
