Marathon

Spitsbergen Marathon

Longyearbyen, Norway June 42.195 km
Hilly Scenic Polar Bucket List Community Mountain

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Jun 15, 2026

Course & Elevation

This Arctic marathon circumnavigates Longyearbyen with stunning views of snow-capped mountains, fjords, and the Arctic landscape. Runners experience midnight sun conditions with unique terrain ranging from coastal flats to steep mountain passes. The course is challenging but rewildingly beautiful, offering an unforgettable experience at 78°N latitude.

Course Facts

Distance 42.195 km
Elevation Gain 850 m
Surface road
Profile Hilly

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850m total gain • Hilly profile

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Longyearbyen, Norway • 42.195km road

🌤️ Weather on Race Day

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5°C

Temperature

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75%

Humidity

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45%

Rain Chance

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Cool Arctic conditions with nearly continuous daylight (midnight sun). Wind and rain are common; temperatures hover just above freezing with potential for sudden weather changes.

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