ABOUT
MUNDEKULLA 3 DAYS OF RUNNING FESTIVAL
YOUR MUNDEKULLA EXPERIENCE
The Mundekulla 3-day running festival, home to the "Glasriket Ultra Mundekulla 2024" race, is nestled in the picturesque Kingdom of Crystal, also known as “Glasriket”. Surrounded by stunning forests and lakes, this region is a top tourist destination in Sweden, offering a wealth of activities for visitors.
In 2023, Mundekulla hosted for the first time a running event in the Emmaboda / Langasjö region. The frame of a “festival” rather than a “race only” was targeting specifically an audience which wanted to prepare for a great and stress-free running experience on race day by giving time and framework to reduce stress levels during the end of the tapering week, while connecting with other fellow runners and their supporters.
What makes your stay in Mundekulla unique beyond the participation in the running festival and / or one of the races we offer, is the place itself. Mundekulla Eco-Lodge and Retreat Center offers:
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Swimming ponds,
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Various Saunas (including an ancient wood-sauna house),
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Fire-pits for bonfires,
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Various cottages (such as the sanctuary or the hobbit-house) to retrench and find some precious moments of focus and silence.
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A FIKA café and shop in our old barn,
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Forest tracks on the property for walking and jogging leading down to the wilderness camp and up again to the mindfulness garden where the Zen-Viking Tower is inviting for a moment of reflection,
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Our regenerative garden project does not only provide healthy vegetables, herbs and fruits for the Mundekulla kitchen, but is also inviting visitors and guests for a rest in the middle of the 100+ species of eatable greens we grow.
If you're considering extending your stay at Mundekulla, whether it's before or after the event, feel free to reach out to our team at info@mundekulla.se. We're here to assist you in making the most of your time at Mundekulla!
GLASRIKET: 'THE KINGDOM OF CRYSTAL'
Explore the wonders of Glasriket, the Kingdom of Crystal, by delving into the following links for more information:
‘The Kingdom of Crystal’ – Glasriket – invites you to experience renowned glassworks | Visit Sweden
Information - Kingdom of Glass: glasriket.se
GETTING READY
Preparing for a successful summer running season actually begins in the winter.
Whether you are gearing up for the Glariket Ultra Mundekulla, the Glasriket Half-Marathon Mundekulla, or the 10k and 5k races respectively, thorough preparation is essential for enjoying the race without risking your health unnecessarily.
We recommend that you only register for a race if you feel adequately prepared and fit for the challenge.
To ensure that all participants receive the support they need for a fantastic festival and running experience, we are offering various opportunities for engagement and connection during the winter and spring months leading up to the festival and race-day.
Facebook Community. All registrants are encouraged to join the Mundekulla Running Festival community on Facebook.
Webcasts and Podcasts. Starting from March through May 2024, we will be hosting a series of live webcasts featuring coaching inputs tailored to your personal preparation. Additionally, a selection of podcasts and recorded interviews will be made available to inspire your training.
The dates for the webcasts and the topics we will cover will be published in our Facebook group and on our website. Recorded videos will also be accessible on the website.
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ACCOMMODATION
We are thrilled to offer you a personalized and comfortable stay, along with versatile festival facilities to enhance your experience.
Find the perfect retreat after a day of runs with our diverse accommodation options designed to cater to your individual preferences: Cozy Alcove Bed with Communal Bath/Shower, Private or Shared Double Rooms, Spacious Quadruple and Triple Rooms, Camper Van/RV, Personal Single Rooms, and "Bring Your Own Tent".
Versatile Spaces
Beyond the running trails, our facilities are ready to host various activities and gatherings during the event.
Naturum, Kreativum, Futurum, and Sun Hall. These multi-functional spaces are equipped to accommodate briefings, workshops, and post-run relaxation, providing a versatile backdrop for your event-related activities.
Hay Loft, The Barn Café, Saunas, Swimming Pond, and Bonfire pits. Discover unique spaces for post-marathon unwinding and group activities, featuring distinctive atmospheres for your enjoyment.
At Mundekulla, we are committed to tailoring your running experience to meet your needs, providing a nurturing environment that complements the challenges and triumphs of the 3-day running festival.
FOOD & BEVERAGE
During the “Mundekulla 3 Days of Running Festival” (23 May – 26 May 2024) and Race Day (25 May 2024), a diverse selection of healthy vegetarian food and non-alcoholic beverages will be available.
Some registration packages include meals (e.g., full festival package, race-day package), while the “race-only” package does not cover meals beyond those offered at the aid stations along the racetracks.
For registered runners, Mundekulla will provide pre-race breakfast, pre-race supplements, performance snacks along the racetrack, and post-race recovery drinks and puddings.
Depending on your purchased package, breakfast, lunch, and/or dinner may be included or available for purchase on site. FIKA can be purchased at designated kiosks each festival day.
Drinking water will be freely available on the property, and tea will be served as part of the meal packages or as a race-day supplement.
Additional bottled beverages and snacks may be purchased during evening concerts (Friday and Saturday).
Credit Cards and SWISH will be the only accepted payment methods for on-site purchases; no cash will be accepted.
FAQs
The start list by category will be available on race day from 8:00am CET.
Bib numbers will be distributed on site only. There will be no mail distribution. Participants can pick up their race number on race day before the race at the start number distribution next to the Start-line.
No, there will be no divisions into starting blocks. There will be a mass start for each race category. After the starting signal, participants can start at their own pace as there will be plenty of time to catch up with their target time.
Mundekulla is providing a limited number of parking slots on site. Registrants for the full “Mundekulla 3 Days of Running Festival” and "Full Race Day" Packages will be provided with complementary parking cards. Other guests may park on a first-come, first-served basis for a daily parking fee of SEK 80 (SWISH only).
The ranking and finisher time will be published
on the official website of the festival
on the evening on 25 May 2024.
Aid stations will be available along the track, approximately every 5km and at the start/finish line, offering electrolyte drinks, water, and carbo-bars made from 100% natural ingredients to all registered runners. Additionally, pre-race carbo-supplements and post-race recovery drinks and puddings will be available. Mundekulla will offer a lunch buffet for on-site payment, accepting SWISH and Credit Cards. Meals are included in the festival fee for full “Mundekulla 3 days of running festival” guests, except for additional FIKA offers and bottled drinks.
Please refer to the general terms & conditions for the festival here.
The Mundekulla 3 days of running festival is scheduled from 23 May 2024, 3:00pm CET – 26 May 2024, 11:00am CET. All races will take place on Saturday, 25 May 2024. Registration for the races will be open until 18 May 2024, 5:00pm CET.
All registered athletes who finish their race will receive the Mundekulla finisher medal, made from regionally grown wood. Additionally, the male and female winners in each race category will be awarded the Mundekulla Race trophy. Registrants for the full festival and full race day will receive a complementary festival T-shirt.
We recommend that runners who arrive for race-day only change their clothes at home.
Opening hours of the cloakrooms and showers at Mundekulla: Saturday 25 May 2024, 07:45am CET – 3:00pm CET.
Cloakrooms and showers will be available at Mundekulla on Saturday, 25 May 2024, from 07:45am CET to 3:00pm CET.
Additionally, a valuables depot will be located in the Mundekulla Reception House for storing mobile phones (silent), keys, wallets, jewellery, and glasses.
Plastic bags will be available to store valuables away.
Valuables can only be returned upon presentation of the start number. Opening hours valuables depot: Saturday, 7:45am 3:00pm CET.
Lost and found items will be accepted and stored at the valuables’ depot in the Mundekulla Reception House.
After June 1, 2024, non-collected lost and found items will be disposed of.
