Oxberg facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Oxberg
Kortvasan starting in Oxberg. February 2006.
Country	Sweden
Province	Dalarna
County	Dalarna
Municipality	Mora
Population  (31 December 2010)
• Total	97
• Density	1.44/km2 (3.7/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+1 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+2 (CEST)

Oxberg is a small community in Sweden, located in Mora Municipality. It's part of Dalarna County, a beautiful area in the middle of Sweden. In 2010, only 97 people called Oxberg home, making it a very quiet and peaceful place. Even though it's small, Oxberg is well-known for its important connection to the famous Vasaloppet ski race and other related events.

Oxberg: A Key Spot for Ski Races

Oxberg is a small place, but it is very important for several big ski races. These races are part of the Vasaloppet family of events. Many skiers pass through Oxberg or even start their race there.

The Famous Vasaloppet Ski Race

The Vasaloppet is one of the oldest and longest cross-country ski races in the world. It covers 90 kilometers (about 56 miles). This race happens every year in March. It starts in a place called Sälen and finishes in Mora. Oxberg is a key point along the Vasaloppet course. Skiers pass through Oxberg on their way to the finish line.

Starting Point for Other Races

Oxberg is not just a point along the main Vasaloppet race. It is also the starting line for three other popular ski events:

• Tjejvasan: This race is 30 kilometers long and is only for women. "Tjej" means "girl" in Swedish.
• Kortvasan: This race is 30 kilometers long and is open to everyone. "Kort" means "short" in Swedish.
• Halvvasan: This race is 45 kilometers long, which is half the distance of the main Vasaloppet. "Halv" means "half" in Swedish.

These races attract many skiers from all over the world. They make Oxberg a busy and exciting place during the winter race season.

The Oxberg Bridge

Another important landmark in this area is the Oxberg Bridge. This bridge is also located in Oxberg. It is a well-known structure in the community.