CARDION KARLŮV BĚH
We are currently working on the format and organization of the 56th edition of Karlův běh following the decision of the main co-organizer, Stopa pro život, to withdraw from the event.
Together with all involved partners, we are now discussing the future of the race and the possibilities for its organization in 2027. As soon as these discussions are concluded, we will inform you without delay.
Information on whether Karlův běh will take place next year and in what format will be published during September.
Thank you for your understanding, patience, and continued support of Karlův běh.
INFORMATION
ROUTES
RESULTS
PHOTOS
A FEW WORDS ON THE RACE HISTORY
Karlův Běh, a ski race named after the Father of the Nation, is the second oldest individual race on narrow skis in the Czech Republic. The idea to organize a long-distance ski race around Boží Dar, which was meant to be similar to the Swedish "Vasaloppet," came in the late 1960s from local fans of cross-country skiing - Jan Praveček Sr. and Jiří Čáslavský.
In honor of the founders, the Saturday race in the freestyle is held as the Jan Praveček Memorial, and the Sunday race in the classic style is held as the Jiří Čáslavský Memorial.
Karlův Běh is part of the "Stopa pro život" race series, which includes four very popular cross-country ski races in the Czech Republic. In addition to Karlův Běh, these are Jilemnická 50, Šumavský Skimaraton, and Krkonošská 70.
Participants in the race can enjoy exceptional facilities, including heated changing rooms separately for men and women, clothing and ski storage, free basic waxing services, well-stocked refreshment stations along the course with nutritional supplements and drinks, and large tents at the finish line featuring a dining area, bar, and café.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS TO PARTNERS
PARTNERSHIP STRUCTURE
