Göteborgsvarvet 2021 was canceled. Now, all registered participants will have the opportunity to choose to either run a new race in Gothenburg on November 6, or to transfer the registration to Göteborgsvarvet 2022.
About a month ago, we were had to take the sad but necessary decision to cancel Göteborgsvarvet and all the other races during the race week September 2021. Primarily with regard to ensuring the participants' safety and health. The decision was made on the basis of the increased spread of infection, society's restrictions and the ongoing impacts on local healthcare.
Since the decision was made, the conditions for arranging bigger events have changed in a positive direction, not least as a result of the government's announcement of easing the restrictions from September 29, but also by an investigation and clarification on the issue of grants and support to the association.
After extensive investigations regarding the conditions for actually arranging races this autumn, and in close consultation with health care in the region the old decision has been torn up and a new decision has been made, everyone who was registered for Göteborgsvarvet 2021 will now have two alternatives: To either participate in a new race in Gothenburg November 6 2021 or to transfer their participation to Göteborgsvarvet May 2022.
It was a big disappointment for participants, partners and for us as an organizer, that we did not have the opportunity to compensate the runners, but as the situation was and with the information we had there and then it was impossible for us to pay back the registration fees or move starting places to 2022. With this new decision and opportunity we hope to deliver memorable races, increased public health and fantastic experiences.
Participants who were registered for Göteborgsvarvet Marathon, Stafettvarvet and Trailvarvet 2021 will be offered the same opportunity, run the new race in November 6 or transfer the registration to 2022. Those who do not make an active choice will automatically have their registration transferred to corresponding race in 2022, with the exception of the Göteborgsvarvet Marathon which will be transferred to 2023 since the new Marathon will be a part of the 400th anniversary of Gothenburg.
Registrations for Specialvarvet, Lilla Varvet and Minivarvet will be automatically transfered to 2022.
More information about the new race on November 6 and how to make your choice will be announced shortly.
What happens to my registration for the different races?
• Göteborgsvarvet: Choice between a new race Nov 6 2021 or Göteborgsvarvet 2022.
• Göteborgsvarvet Marathon: Choice between a new race Nov 6 2021 together with Göteborgsvarvet 2022 or Göteborgsvarvet Marathon 2023.
• Trailvarvet: Choice between a new race Nov 6 2021 or Trailvarvet 2022.
• Stafettvarvet: Choice between a new race Nov 6 2021 or Stafettvarvet 2022.
• Minivarvet: 2022: Will be automatically transferred to 2022. No choices needed.
• Lilla Varvet: 2022: Will be automatically transferred to 2022. No choices needed.
• Specialvarvet: 2022: Will be automatically transferred to 2022. No choices needed.
I participated in the Digital run 2021, does that affect my choices? You will be given the exact same choice as everyone else. You will have the opportunity to either run the race on November 6 or move your registration to 2022 (2023 for Marathon). In addition, your result in the digital race will of course also be approved for qualifying time for Göteborgsvarvet 2022 / Göteborgsvarvet Marathon 2023.
When will I have to make my choice? As soon as we have the details, we will inform you about the different choices, how the choice is made, during which time period you have the opportunity to choose and everything you need to know about the new race on November 6.
What happens if I do not make a choice? If you do not make an active choice, your registration will automatically be moved to the corresponding race 2022 (Göteborgsvarvet Marathon to 2023).
Why can you arrange races now and not a few weeks ago?
Since the decision was made, the conditions for arranging bigger events have changed in a positive direction, not least as a result of the government's announcement of easing the restrictions from September 29, but also by an investigation and clarification on the issue of grants and support to the association. With this new situation and a close consultation with the health care gave us opportunities to arrange a completely new race on 6 November.
Why not a regular Göteborgsvarvet this autumn? Although the conditions for conducting races have changed in a positive direction, the conditions have not changed enough to enable a safe and secure arrangement of a full scale Göteborgsvarvet.
Can I get my money back? Unfortunately not, we do not have the opportunity to refund the registration fees, but we will offer you an opportunity to either run the race on November 6 or move your registration to the corresponding race in 2022, Marathon runners to 2023.
Is the situation different for health care now compared to when you canceled? The situation is different now compared to when we canceled and we will be able to arrange this new race in a safe way, although the possibilities for arranging a full scale Göteborgsvarvet or Göteborgsvarvet Marathon are still lacking. We have had a close consultation with the health care all through the planning of the new race.
What happens if you have to cancel the race this autumn? If the race is canceled, we will move your registration to corresponding race in 2022 . Runners registered for Göteborgsvarvet Marathon will be moved to 2023.
If I move my registration to 2022 and later would like to sell it, is that possible? If you choose to move your registration to next year, you will have the right to transfer your registration to another person for an additional fee up to seven days before the race. Note that this does not apply if you are registered via a value code or group registration.
I have transferred my resignation to another person in the digital Göteborgsvarvet, can I take back my registration? This is a discussion between you and the person you transferred your registration to.
What happens if the race this year or Göteborgsvarvet 2022 are canceled? If the race is canceled this autumn, we will move your registration to corresponding race 2022 (2023 for Göteborgsvarvet Marathon). If we have to cancel Göteborgsvarvet 2022, the terms and conditions apply.
Is the new race in November approved for qualifying time for Göteborgsvarvet 2022? Does it count as an ordinary Göteborgsvarvet? The new race on November will not be approved for qualifying time for Göteborgsvarvet 2022 / Göteborgsvarvet Marathon 2023. It will not be registered as an ordinary Göteborgsvarvet.