Success Story: The Long Hike 2023

Throughout the Vasalopp Trail, they overcame obstacles fit to their personal capabilities, culminating in their arrival at Mora's portal on Sunday.

“Interest has been remarkably high”, as stated by Anders Andrae.

They have all traversed the same path once taken by King Gustav Vasa, though not on skis but with manual wheelchairs, off-road electric wheelchairs, innovative guiding systems, and all-terrain Veloped walkers. Against all setbacks and the rain, they have managed it with success. 
The finish line was emotional, and a group of proud and joyful hikers has achieved a remarkable feat. It's all been an unforgettable adventure.

For the third year in a row, Sweden's longest hike for people with diverse abilities was organised. The hike follows the route of Cykelvasan, a summer variation of the classic skiing race Vasaloppet. It stretches over 90 kilometres, divided into eight stages, and runs between Sälen and Mora in Dalarna. The hike followed trails and gravel roads with varied terrains, passing through vast forests, lakes, ponds, and small villages.

Around 30 participants took part in this year's Long Hike. The journey began last Saturday – 29 July – in the Berga Village located in Sälen and concluded on 6 August in Mora.

This year's edition brought a new addition: GPS tracking on the trail, provided by Nordic Evolution. This addition enabled blind hiker Knut Thorstensson to navigate alongside everyone else.

During the hike, four Veloped walkers participated as individuals hiking with Trionics' all-terrain Veloped walkers.