Blodomloppet Linköping
Blodomloppet Linköping is a road race held at Stångebrofältet, offering 5K and 10K distances for women and men, and Lilla Blodomloppet for younger participants. It is part of the Blodomloppet series, a nationwide Swedish event taking place in May or August in multiple cities. The series is founded on the concept of connecting recreational running with blood donation. Participants can register individually or as a team, with the team option allowing members to select different distances or categories. The Linköping event attracts substantial numbers, with participation reaching tens of thousands in notable years. The series originated in Gothenburg and Stockholm before expanding to include Linköping as a consistent venue. Local blood centers collaborate in the race organization, offering a discounted entry fee for blood donors, who also have their results recognized with separate awards. The event typically concludes with the Blodomloppet picnic tradition, where every participant is given a picnic bag, shirt, medal, and race bib.
