Qualification
Noskūnai Forest is a typical Baltic terrain featuring fast runnable forest and rich contour detail. The area is characterized by numerous negative landforms such as depressions and reentrants, providing technical navigational challenges. Vegetation is generally open, allowing for high running speed and good visibility. This classic terrain hosted the Long Distance race of the 2006 Junior World Orienteering Championships (JWOC), demonstrating its suitability for high-level competition.
Distance
From EC to Competition Arena:
- 34 minute drive by car
Parking
Near arena
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live gps
results
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Terrain Info
The terrain is mostly covered by fast runnable forest, offering excellent visibility and smooth movement. However, some areas feature forest clearings and recent logging sites that may reduce running speed. The road and track network is of medium density, providing moderate route choice options. The map is characterized by rich contour detail, with a strong presence of negative landforms such as depressions and reentrants. A steep slope dominates the western part of the map, adding physical and navigational challenge.
Terrain Form


Fast
Fast runnable forest with numerous negative contour features
Vegetation
Pine Woods
Coniferous and deciduous forest with dominating pine wood
Paths & Roads
Average Density
Average density forest roads and paths
Speed
Mostly Fast
Mostly good and fast, but limited on dense areas
Visibility
Mostly Good
From very good to limited in dense areas