26.232 Kilometers.

4 Continents.

1 Goal.

Beginning August 2028, Henrik Elsig Andersen will attempt a continuous circumnavigation of the Earth on foot.

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The Ultimate Standard

The World Run will be following the gold standard of circumnavigation on foot, the World Runners Association rules.

The Distance

Minimum of 26.232 km.

The Crossings

Coast-to-Coast on 4 core continents

The Pace

40-60 km per day for roughly two years.

The Route


Trip breakdown

Leg Region Est. Distance Duration Target Window
1 Europe (Eastern) 5,300 km 18 Weeks July 2028 – Dec 2028
2 Saudi Arabia 1,800 km 6 Weeks Jan 2029 – Feb 2029
3 Australia 4,500 km 13 Weeks Mar 2029 – May 2029
4 New Zealand 400 km 2 Weeks June 2029
5 North America 5,000 km 16 Weeks Aug 2029 – Nov 2029
6 South America 3,000 km 9 Weeks Jan 2030 – Mar 2030
7 Europe (Western) 6,300 km 19 Weeks April 2030 – Aug 2030

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A global expedition requires a global team. We are currently securing our primary automotive, technical, and financial partners for the 2028-2030 window.

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