Specialvarvet is the competition for runners with functional variations. There are two courses to choose from, 3,3 kilometers and 2,1 kilometers. Everyone, regardless of age, can put on their shoes and be a part of this running joy.
Registration for Specialvarvet 2024 will open summer 2023. Thanks for this year!
Specialvarvet has become the big highlight of the year for many children, adolescents and adults with functional variations. The atmosphere is magical with laughing and smiling people filling Slottsskogen. When the warm-up begins, the party really starts with dancing, singing and clapping. When the start shot sounds, the participants walk, run or roll according to their own ability and condition, often with their assistant. The highlight for many is to experience the powerful finish at the enchanting Slottsskogsvallen. Together we create memories for life.
Specialvarvet starts close to Björngårdsvillan in Slottsskogen. You can choose between two courses. The red course is 3,3 kilometers long and the blue course is 2,1 kilometers.
Both courses run in the beautiful Slottsskogen and finish through the Göteborgsvarvet finish inside Slottsskogsvallen. After the finish line, a well-deserved medal and other surprises await.
Starting groups:
Class, course and start time
To make a group registration for Specialvarvet, send an email to costumer service info@goteborgsvarvet.se. We will return to you with more information how to register a larger group.
Group registration will open later in the summer.
The start is in Slottsskogen next to Björngårdsvillan. Specialvarvet has three starts. Those who run the long track will begin at 11:00 and those who run the short track will begin at 11:30 and 11:45 (see above for more information). The finish line is in Slottsskogsvallen.
When participating in Specialvarvet you are allowed to run together with one or several companion runners. This can be residential staff, personal assistants or family members. You do not need to register this in advance.
Naturally, you are allowed to use the aid you need to complete the race.
Group warmup exercises are available at the start and will be led by instructors from STC.
Starts when the race officially begins and ends when you pass the finish line.
Everyone who completes Specialvarvet will receive a medal. News - the award ceremony is back. The top three in each starting group will get up on the podium again.
The Start Certificate will be sent to the e-mail address provided when registering. In the Start Certificate you will find your start number, start group and all the information you need ahead of the event. News and other good-to-know information about Specialvarvet can be found here on the website. You collect your number tag at the start area in the number tag tent, the distribution of number tags is open 09:00-11:30. Be on time and don’t forget to bring your Start Certificate! You must wear the number tag according to the instructions.
Use public transport if possible to get to the start area. The nearest stops are Botaniska Trädgården and Linnéplatsen. Find your route on the Västtrafik ToGo app or on vasttrafik.se. Participants of Specialvarvet are offered free parking at Dalens Grusplaner near Slottsskogsvallen. Participants who arrive by bus have the possibility to park in Slottsskogen. Drive through the southern entrance of Slottsskogen and follow the instructions of the staff. The bus parking is closed 10:30 due to the race start.
We recommend that you get changed before you get here as showers/dressing rooms are not provided for all runners in the race but are available if you need to use the aids. Two of the changing rooms in the Fitness center "Motionscentralen" will each have 1 lift, 1 independent toilet seat, and 1 bunk bed. Toilets are located near the start and finish area. The organizer does not provide bag storage.
