Packing list
Most things are provided at the hall. But some you need to bring yourself, and between the checkpoints you rely on what you carry. Here’s what you don’t want to forget.
Everyone
- A charged phone and a charger or power bank. The map lives in your phone for the whole march, so it needs to last all the way. See Map apps.
- Your own toilet paper. Some routes have no toilet along the way – especially the 20 km.
- A water bottle to refill at the checkpoints.
- Clothes for the weather and shoes you’ve broken in.
- Tape for your feet. Tape up in advance where you tend to chafe. It’s the single best way to avoid blisters on a long march.
- Blister plasters, for the blisters that show up anyway. Put them on early, as soon as something starts to rub.
- Socks to change into. Change them whenever you get the chance – blisters come from damp skin, so swap to dry ones and let the wet pair dry out.
- A change of underwear. A spare set is welcome if something rubs or gets wet.
- Food and sweets. Bring something you enjoy eating, and a few sweets. Sugar keeps your energy and spirits up between checkpoints.
- A cap or hat, something to shade your head when the sun is out. You’re outdoors all day.
- Sunglasses. Easy on the eyes during the long hours outside.
- Rainwear. Gothenburg isn’t called Little London for nothing – rain can arrive out of nowhere, so stay dry and keep your spirits up.
Have you booked accommodation?
- A sleeping mat, a good sleeping bag and maybe a pillow. There are a few camp beds, but not enough for everyone. See Accommodation and meals.
Do you eat a special diet?
- Bring your own food. We don’t prepare special diets, but the kitchen will store and prepare what you bring. See Accommodation and meals.