Svalbard Ski Marathon

Type:Sport

9170, Longyearbyen

Tel: +47 79 02 13 33

Participants at Svalbard Skimaraton skiing past specators along the track
  • Participants at Svalbard Skimaraton skiing past specators along the track
  • Participants at Svalbard Skimaraton in the ski tracks with mountains in the background
  • Overview photo of participants setting off from the starting line at Svalbard Skimaraton
  • Spectators at Svalbard Skimaraton posing for a photo with the Norwegian flag
  • Participants at Svalbard Skimaraton in the ski tracks with mountains in the background
  • Two participants congratulating each other after reaching the finish line at Svalbard Skimaraton
  • Participants at Svalbard Skimaraton in the ski tracks with mountains in the background
  • Participants at Svalbard Skimaraton in the ski tracks with mountains in the background

Available

Longyearbyen (26 Apr 2025)
Longyearbyen (18 Apr 2026)

About

Svalbard Skimaraton is the world's northernmost touring race. It is a unique adventure that goes through wild Arctic nature with armed polar bear guards along the trail. Every year, locals and visitors gather for this beautiful event. The Svalbard Ski Marathon was first held in 1993, and is today the largest single event on Svalbard.

You can choose between full marathon and half marathon. All classes are in classic style. The trail varies from year to year, but one thing that can be guaranteed is a beautiful landscape and an experience you will never forget. The route has a height difference of approx. 400 meters above sea level, where changing weather and the danger of polar bears means that safety is given special attention. Patrolling polar bear guards on snowmobiles make the participation a special memory. It has also become a tradition for the Governor to inspect the entire trail by helicopter just before start. As they fly over the arena and give the go-ahead, the excitement is high and finally the adventure can start for the participants.

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Duration

  • 1 day

Season

  • april

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