Gotland Grand National 2025 – The World’s Biggest Enduro Event Returns to Sweden
When thousands of enduro fans make the pilgrimage to Sweden again at the end of October, one thing is certain: the Gotland Grand National (GGN) is back! From October 23–25, 2025, Hejdeby on Gotland will once again become the heart of the international off-road scene. And this year promises even more excitement, action, and sustainability than ever before.
Record starting field at GGN 2025
The numbers speak for themselves. As of October 15, 2025, a total of 2,945 participants had registered – an increase of over 8% compared to 2024. Women are particularly well represented this year, with 221 starters – an impressive increase of 24%!
Participant statistics 2025:
- Elite class: 247 riders
- E-Class (Electric): 13 riders
- Friday races (amateurs): 969
- Saturday race: 1,178
- Veterans: 100
- Golden Helmet: 145
- Youth Race: 195
- MTB & E-Bike: 97
In total, riders from 18 nations are taking part – a clear sign that the GGN is one of the true highlights of the global enduro calendar.
“From California, USA, we’re welcoming Josh Mosiman, a major name in the enduro world,” says Conny Bohlin, CEO of Nordic Sport & Event, organizer of GGN. “Josh is a journalist for Motocross Action Magazine and travels the world testing and reviewing different competitions. He’ll be coming to Gotland with a camera crew, another rider, and his wife. The connection was made possible through our Norwegian contact, Gjermund Frostad.”
SWECON and electric motorcycle manufacturer Stark Future are continuing their collaboration around GGN, fielding a fully electric team to promote sustainable motorsport. The team, competing on the Stark Varg, features several well-known riders:
- From France, none other than motocross legend and two-time world champion Sébastien Tortelli, a true icon of the sport.
- Also from France, David Herbreteau joins the lineup.
- Representing Spain, popular enduro influencer Daniel Sánchez will compete.
- The team also includes Anna Palander, a professional stunt and motocross rider.
All four riders will compete on the electric Stark Varg, proving that electric power can be both competitive and sustainable.
“Stark Varg, in partnership with SWECON, took part in 2024 with a different lineup. It will be exciting to see how this year’s team performs now that they know the track, the format, and have further developed both the motorcycles and their battery capacity,” adds Conny Bohlin.
“Our partnership last season was never meant to be a one-time project,” says Fredrik Rigö, Head of Marketing Communications at Swecon. “We continue to push and develop the transition — not only in the construction industry but also in motorsport. Together with Stark Future, we’re showing how enduro can become more sustainable through electrification and smarter material choices, while also helping GGN reduce its climate footprint.”
Prize money for 2025 – a whopping 348,000 SEK!
It’s not only the competition that makes the trip worthwhile. With total prize money of 348,000 SEK, GGN 2025 ranks among the best-funded off-road races in Europe.
The overall winners in the men’s and women’s categories will each receive:
🥇 75,000 SEK
🥈 35,000 SEK
🥉 15,000 SEK
Prize money will also be awarded in all classes, from Elite to MTB & E-Bike.
The grand awards ceremony will take place on Saturday, October 25, at 6:45 p.m. in the Wisby Strand Congress Hall.
Routes & Distances 2025
The course remains legendary and challenging. The distances vary depending on the class:
- Main race GGN 2025: 25.2 km per lap
- Youth & Veteran Track: 12.7 km
- MTB & E-Bike: 9.0 km
- Golden Helmet: 2.5 km
Technically demanding, muddy, and fast – typical Gotland!
🕔 Schedule & Highlights
Thursday, October 23
- Check-in & technical inspection from 7:30 a.m.
- MTB & E-Bike races
- Exhibition & Food Corner from 12:00–18:00
Friday, October 24
- Press conference at 5:00 p.m. at Wisby Strand
- Presented by Molly Pettit & Anders Eriksson
- Guests: Seb Tortelli & Josh Mosiman
- Autograph session & Youth Awards ceremony
- Evening event with snacks & Ö-Bar
Saturday, October 25
- Amateur races: 9:30–11:00 a.m.
- Elite races live on SVT Sport from 12:25–16:00
- Awards ceremony at 6:45 p.m. in Wisby Strand
GGN live worldwide – now also on FloSports!
If you can’t be there in person, you can still follow all the action live from anywhere in the world:
- SVT Sport: broadcasts the elite race live in Sweden
- Nordic Sport & Event: streams all races globally
- FloSports: exclusive rights for the USA, Canada, and New Zealand
👉 Early Bird Access: Only 99 SEK for nearly 7 hours of live coverage via solidsport.com/ggn
GGN 2.0 – The most sustainable enduro race in the world
The 2025 motto: “Regenerative GGN 2.0.”
Together with Gotlands Förenade Besöksnäring & Science Park, the organizers aim to make the GGN the world’s most sustainable enduro race per participant.
From waste separation and e-bikes to climate-friendly logistics, GGN 2.0 showcases what modern off-road events can look like.
Good to know for visitors
- Free shuttle buses throughout the event area
- First aid teams and doctors along the route
- Food Corner with international street food
- Free Wi-Fi in the arena (code: MASSAN2024)
- Telia Mobile Master for top network coverage
- Event Radio: 105.2 MHz
Partners & sponsors
GGN 2025 once again offers attractive last-minute options for partners:
- Advertising on Destination Gotland ferries: 19,900 SEK (excl. VAT)
- Banner placement in the global live stream: 10,000 SEK (excl. VAT)
Contact:
📧 daniel.bengtsson@destinationgotland.se
📧 conny.bohlin@nordicsportevent.se
Gotland is calling!
Whether you’re an elite rider, a hobby enduro enthusiast, or a spectator, the Gotland Grand National 2025 promises a world-class off-road festival. Tough races, international stars, strong partners, and one clear goal: to become the most sustainable enduro event in the world.