Polar Circle Marathon
Polar Circle Marathon crosses Greenlandic tundra and part of the ice sheet near Kangerlussuaq, demanding mandatory traction and true Arctic preparation.
Quick facts
- Course includes a section on the Greenland Ice Sheet.
- Mandatory spikes on ice and a seven-hour limit.
- International entry is tied to an organized travel package.
About the Polar Circle Marathon
Albatros Adventure Marathons produces this remote Greenland race as a package-based destination event. Marathoners encounter ice, moraine, tundra, and a very small settlement.
Course
The 42.2-kilometre route includes gravel, snow, uneven tundra, and a section on the Greenland Ice Sheet. Spikes are mandatory on the ice and the time limit is seven hours.
Race-day weather
Subfreezing temperatures, wind chill, snow, and rapidly changing visibility are normal risks. Runners need winter layers and gear suitable for exposed Arctic conditions.
Past Polar Circle Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Saturday, October 24, 2026 | — | — |
| 2025 | Saturday, October 25, 2025 | Results available | Open results |
| 2024 | — | Results available | Open results |
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Polar Circle Marathon FAQ
When is the Polar Circle Marathon?
The 2026 Polar Circle Marathon is on Saturday, October 24, 2026.
Does the Polar Circle Marathon have live tracking?
Marathon Scout does not list an official live-tracking link for the 2026 Polar Circle Marathon yet. We only add a tracker after the race or its timing provider publishes it.
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