Arctic Marathon
Snow roads and forest singletrack carry this Lapland marathon from Santa Claus Village, with short steep pitches and serious cold-weather conditions.
Quick facts
- Starts at Santa Claus Village on the Arctic Circle.
- Roughly 90 percent snow-covered dirt and forest trail.
- Low total climbing but several short, steep pitches.
- Entry is generally part of a multi-day Lapland package.
About the Arctic Marathon
Starting on the Arctic Circle, this is a snow-running expedition packaged with several days in Finnish Lapland. The field stays small, and most runners enter for the cold-weather challenge rather than a conventional road-marathon experience.
Course
About 90 percent of the 42K follows dirt covered by snow, mixing snow roads with forest singletrack around Santa Claus Village. Total elevation change is modest at roughly 120 meters up and down, but short steep slopes and ice complicate footing.
Race-day weather
The organizer plans for wintry conditions around -6°C to 2°C, with colder pockets possible. Snow depth and ice can change shoe choice, while thermal layers, gloves, and eye protection matter even on a longer April day.
Past Arctic Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday, April 4, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
Arctic Marathon FAQ
When is the Arctic Marathon?
The 2027 Arctic Marathon is on Sunday, April 4, 2027.
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