PolarNight Marathon - Tromsø (Norway)

The "Polar Night Half Marathon" takes place in Tromsà¸ in January. At this time of the winter the sun is completely absent from the sky, and the only visible sources of light are the moon and the occasional northern lights. This is a race where the runners face the challenge of icy snow and biting cold, as well as the race itself. The course starts off with a short lap in the city centre, before stretching out all the way to the airport area following footpaths. Here it turns, and goes back the same way. If the weather allows it, the course is marked with torchlights.

2025-01-04 — Tromsø — Join an Arctic running experience in the polar night! Experience Norway's biggest winter race with over 2000 runners from all over the world. Run in the blue, Arctic light and experience the arctic. The PolarNight Marathon starts at 13:00, Halfmarathon stars at 15:00 in the afternoon, and it is already dark - during the polar night. This is also a great opportunity to hunt the Northern lights (Aurora borealis) in our "backyard". You can choose a distance after your level and ambitions: Halfmarathon, 10km or 5km. Tromsø is located 400 km abouv the Arctic Circle, but still very easy to travel into by plain. The airport is only 10min from the citycentre and start/finish of the race. / www.msm.no/en/events/polarnightmarathon

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PolarNight Marathon - Tromsø (Norway)