Polar Night Marathon
Tromsø
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Distances: 5 km, 10 km, Half Marathon, Marathon
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Surface: Landevei
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Location: Tromsø
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Date:
3 Jan
Race description
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Experience the Polar Night with around 2000 runners from all over the world during the Polar Night Marathon, which takes place in Tromsø. This unique race occurs in the middle of the day, but the sun does not rise above the horizon, providing a stunning display of colors and the opportunity to run under the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis). The race offers various distances, including the Ishavskraft Marathon (42 km) and the Polar Night Half Marathon (21 km), and is a celebration of winter sports in one of Norway's most picturesque locations.
Highlights
- The Polar Night Marathon takes place in the middle of the day, but at this time of year, the sun does not rise above the horizon, creating a unique experience of darkness.
- If we're lucky with the weather, you'll run under the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis).
- It is the northernmost AIMS-certified half marathon in the world, known for its torch-lit route.
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Detailed information
- Race name: Polar Night Marathon
- Location name: Tromsø
- Distances: 5 km, 10 km, Half Marathon, Marathon
- Organizer website: https://msm.no/en/events/polarnightmarathon/
- Surface / Race type Landevei