Gothenburg's Änggårdsbergen
A snowy trail running scene in this attractive city on Sweden's west coast.
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Favorite Winter Running Routes: Europe & Asia
Favorites for Winter/HolidaysThis is a list favorite winter running routes in Europe and Asia in locations covered by Great Runs. To qualify, we look for average annual snowfall of 75cm+ and average high temperatures generally below freezing at the height of winter. Parks, forest trails, and pretty residential areas are lovely after a fresh snow. Note that these routes might not be maintained in winter, so bring your snow grippers! And please respect other winter recreational uses! Organized by alphabetically by location.
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Kaunas Parks Tour
Just after a snowfall, run among the largest urban stand of mature oaks in Europe!Read More -
Kyiv Parks
Kyiv's central parks are very pretty in winter. We pray for better days in Ukraine.Read More -
Kraków's 'Planty' Path
Park-like greenway around Kraków's center with views of historic buildings.Read More -
Minsk: City Sights & Forest Parks
The Velodorozhka is maintained and lit. Zialiony Luh Forest Park & Drazdy Forest Park offer snowy canopies in winter.Read More -
Gorky Park, Moscow
Iconic Moscow park is festive and well-lit in winter, and near the Kremlin.Read More -
Oslo Downtown Tour
Oslo's pedestrian-centric downtown is a pretty scene in winter and is well-lit for running.Read More -
Otaru's Canal Paths
Otaru is a port city adjacent to Sapporo, one of the world's snowiest cities. The icicle-lined canal paths are magical in winter, as is the Asahi Forest.Read More -
Oulu, Finland Snowscape
The fourth northernmost city in the world with 100k+ inhabitants receives copious snow. Enjoy our 'island tour' over frozen waters or snowy trees in Ainolan Park.Read More -
Poznań, Poland: Forest Parks
Marceliński Forest and Dębińskii Forest are winter wonderlands in this snowy Polish city.Read More -
Reykjavik in Winter
Reykjavik winters are dark, snowy, and fairly mild. Best winter run spots are Park Elliðaárdalur, and the Fossvogur & Laugardalur neighborhoods.Read More -
Riga in Winter
Coastal location keeps the snowfall totals down, but when it dies snow, Old Town and Mežaparks are our go-to routes.Read More -
Historic Saint Petersburg
Paths along the frozen river with snowy views of historic buildings make for a great winter run.Read More -
Salzburg's Hellburn Palace
Park-like grounds and allée paths of this historic palace are super pretty in winter.Read More -
Sapporo: World's Snowiest City
Best winter running bets are the Hokkaido University Campus and Nopporo Forest.Read More -
St. Moritz, Switzerland
This winter playground has plenty of well-maintained trails for running, with splendid Alps views.Read More -
Stockholm Main Sites & Perimeter Tour
Stockholm is a treat in winter, and downtown paths are well maintained.Read More -
Tallinn Old Town
Estonian capital can be especially charming in winter. Well-lit nearby trails. Head to Harku Forest after a fresh snow.Read More -
Tampere, Finland
Tampere is among the snowiest major cities in Europe. Run on 32 km of forest trails in Kauppi, many lit at night. Then go for a post-run sauna!Read More -
Trondheim, Norway
Among the snowier cities in Europe. Its Christmassy streets, Høgskoleparken, and trails in Bymarka are pretty in winter.Read More -
Ruissalo Forest Trails, Turku
Run past massive English oaks on this island in Turku that's one large conservation area.Read More -
Ulaanbaatar: Coldest Capital
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia is the coldest capital city in the world. Actually very dry in winter and not a great running city...but run here to say you did it!Read More -
Vilnius Old Town & Parks
Old Town Vilnius is charming after a fresh snow. We also love winter running in Vingis Park, Verkiai Regional Park, & Pavilnių Regional Park.Read More
