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Bruksvallsloppet
Status active
Genre sporting event
Date(s) November
Frequency annual
Location(s) Bruksvallarna
Country Sweden

The Bruksvallsloppet is a big yearly cross-country skiing event. It takes place in Bruksvallarna, Sweden. This exciting competition happens over one weekend in November. Many top skiers come here to show their skills.

What is Bruksvallsloppet?

Bruksvallsloppet is a major international competition. It brings together cross-country skiers from many countries. They compete in different races over three days. The event is a key part of the skiing season.

When Does it Happen?

This event always happens in November. It runs from Friday to Sunday. The exact dates can change each year. This depends on when the main FIS World Cup season starts. Sometimes, Bruksvallsloppet is the very first big race. Other times, it might be held between World Cup events.

Why is it Important?

For many skiers, Bruksvallsloppet is a very important race. It often acts as a tryout for the FIS World Cup. This means skiers can qualify for bigger international races here. In Sweden, it is seen as the official start of the cross-country skiing season. It's where athletes test their fitness. They also see how they compare to other top skiers.

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