NUUK FIVE PEAKS
31 JULY 2027
Five peaks above Nuuk
Steep climbs, rocky ridgelines and wide views over Nuuk and the fjord. Choose a 10 km trail run or hike, a 22 km Five Peaks run or hike, or the 44 km Ten Peaks challenge.
The Five Peaks route crosses Quassussuaq, Ukkusissaq, the second summit of Ukkusissaq, Kangilequtaat and Kuanninnguit.
Expect demanding Arctic mountain terrain: rocky ground away from established paths, steep ascents and descents, and exposed sections. Choose a category that matches your fitness and mountain experience. Even the shorter 10K is a mountain challenge.
Choose your challenge
Nuuk Trail 10K — Run or hike
10 km · 700+ m elevation gain
Start 10:00 · Cut-off: 6 hours
A shorter mountain challenge with steep climbs and views over Nuuk.
Nuuk Five Peaks Run
22 km · 2,000 m elevation gain
Start 08:00 · Finish cut-off: 16:30
A technical mountain race across five peaks for experienced trail runners.
Nuuk Ten Peaks
44 km · 4,000 m elevation gain
Start 06:00 · Finish cut-off: 18:00
Two laps of Five Peaks. Complete lap one by 12:00 to continue.
Nuuk Five Peaks Hike
22 km · 2,000 m elevation gain
Start 06:05 · Finish cut-off: 18:00
A demanding full-day mountain hike across the five peaks.
Included in every entry
Race dinner · Finisher medal · Merchandise bag · Aid stations · Race photos
Prices & registration
View current prices and register on Sportstiming →
Additional on-course cut-offs will be announced once confirmed.
Reserve day: 1 August 2027
The reserve day applies to all four categories. If conditions make it unsafe to hold the event on 31 July, the race may be postponed to 1 August. Please allow for the reserve day when planning your visit.
Travelling to Nuuk?
We are putting together a visitor package with extra experiences, discounted flight options and hotel agreements.
Contact us about the visitor package →
Tell us your travel dates, group size and race category for current options and details.
Please keep 1 August free as the reserve day for all categories.
Race Day Overview - 31 July 2027
Stay at the race site after your finish to enjoy snacks, drinks, music and the atmosphere. Cheer on the runners and hikers as they cross the finish line, then join us for the race dinner.
Race area at the Skilift opens05:00
Mandatory briefing — Ten Peaks and Five Peaks Hike
05:40
Equipment check - Randomized control Race start — Nuuk Ten Peaks 44K06:00
Race start - Nuuk Five Peaks - Hike06:05
Mandatory race briefing - Nuuk Five Peaks07:40
Equipment check - Randomized control Race start - Nuuk Five Peaks - Main event 08:00
Mandatory race briefing - Nuuk Trail 10K09:40
Race start - Nuuk Trail 10 K 10:00
First finishers expected - Nuuk Five Peaks - Main event11:10 - 11.30
Cut off time Round 1 - Nuuk Ten Peaks12.00
Race finish - Nuuk Five Peaks (cut off time)16.30
Race finish - Nuuk Five Peaks Hike (cut off time)18.00
Race finish - Nuuk Ten Peaks (cut off time)18.00
Race Dinner at restaurant Killut
Prize Ceremony & prize lottery
19.00
20.00
Routes & GPX
View route maps and download GPX on Sportstiming →
The routes are nearly final. A small adjustment to the last 3 km is planned; check for the latest GPX before race day.
Nuuk Trail 10K: approximately 10 km with 700+ m of elevation gain around Quassussuaq, Circus Lake and Paradise Valley.
Five Peaks Run & Hike: approximately 22 km with 2,000 m of elevation gain.
Ten Peaks: two laps, approximately 44 km with 4,000 m of elevation gain.
Additional on-course cut-offs will be published once confirmed.
Safety
The course is marked, but participants must be prepared for technical mountain terrain and changing Arctic weather. Our volunteers carry satellite communication equipment and first-aid kits, and a safety team follows the last participants.
Follow the race briefing, equipment requirements, cut-offs and instructions from the race team. Additional on-course cut-offs will be published once confirmed.
All participants must sign the event waiver and be fit for their chosen category.
Mandatory equipment
• Cup / soft flask
• Latest GPX on watch and/or phone
• Fully charged mobile phone
• Jacket
• Survival blanket / bivy
• Race Director phone number
• Emergency services number
Recommended equipment
• Mosquito head net
• Garmin inReach
• Extra warm clothing
• Emergency food
• Whistle
Race dinner & celebration
Celebrate the day with the runners and hikers, share your race stories and join the prize ceremony.
Race dinner is included in every entry. The dinner is kindly sponsored by Greenland Brewhouse. See the race-day programme for the venue and timings.
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