Polar Night Half Marathon
Run through Arctic darkness under the mesmerizing Northern Lights.
Race Details
PB Potential Ranking
Challenging
7.83
Race Distance
Half Marathon
21.098km
13.1ml
Race Official Name
Polar Night Halfmarathon
Race Month
January
Race Type
Road
Website
About the Polar Night Half Marathon
The Polar Night Half Marathon delivers Arctic adventure above the Arctic Circle. Runners navigate through Tromsø's snow-covered streets in complete January darkness, illuminated only by headlamps, street lights, and possibly the ethereal glow of the Northern Lights. Temperatures well below freezing create a uniquely challenging environment as participants experience the polar night phenomenon where the sun doesn't rise for weeks. The relatively flat course winds through this northern Norwegian city, crossing bridges between islands while offering glimpses of fjords and mountains in the shadowy distance. Local spectators brave the cold with typical Scandinavian hardiness, creating an atmosphere of shared adventure. This bucket-list race captures winter's austere beauty in an unforgettable test of endurance.
Course & Elevation
Participants
Average Number of Participants
2,000
Race Location
Tromsø,
Norway,
Europe
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