42.195 km
Distance
150 m
Elevation Gain
5:45:00
Average Finish Time
45
Total Finishers
2002
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Course & Elevation
Run on the frozen Antarctic plateau at Union Glacier, the southernmost marathon on Earth. The course loops across pristine ice sheet at extreme altitude with minimal elevation changes but maximum environmental challenge. Runners experience the midnight sun and some of the planet's most extreme running conditions.
🌤️ Weather
Severe cold with persistent winds and perpetual daylight. Extreme UV exposure and altitude effects create harsh but stable conditions. Participants must acclimatize to 2,600m elevation and sub-Arctic temperatures.
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🎯 Fun Facts
- ▸ The southernmost marathon on Earth, run within 800km of the South Pole with a 2,600m elevation gain affecting oxygen levels
- ▸ Participants experience the Antarctic summer's midnight sun, with 24 hours of continuous daylight creating disorienting but spectacular running conditions
- ▸ Limited to approximately 50 runners annually due to logistics constraints, making it one of the world's most exclusive marathons
- ▸ Requires mandatory pre-race altitude acclimatization and specialized extreme-cold running gear, with temperatures routinely below -25°C
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