Polar Circle Marathon
25 - 26 October 2025

The Coolest Marathon on Earth

42.2k / 21.1k / Polar Bear Challenge
Greenland
Ice

Ice as far as the eye can see. Incredibly fresh air. Musk oxen and arctic foxes roaming the tundra. It's the world's coolest marathon!

Yes, we are in one of the most remote corners of the world: Greenland. Feel the soft crunch of snow beneath your shoes while running through the arctic desert and over the Greenland Ice Sheet as you immerse yourself in rare and exceptional natural beauty. Join us for an epic adventure race! 

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Inspiring stories

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  • Absolutely fantastic nature :-) Cold and rough. A must do marathon.
    - Marathon Runner, 2023
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  • This was the run of my life. Enjoyed every minute of it. Perfect organisation by Albatros Adventure Marathons, stunning nature and great runners from all over the world.
    - Polar Bear Challenger, 2024
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  • Super professional! Very well organized.
    - Marathon Runner, 2024
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  • I had never raced in sub-zero temperatures, not on ice; it was my first trail marathon and it was a fabulous experience.
    - Marathon runner, 2021
  • All in all a nice and well-planned marathon. Nice route, and good organization. I had a wonderful time - a great experience - maybe I will come back.
    - Marathon Runner, 2021
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  • Amazing unique experience & beautiful scenery!
    - Half Marathon Runner, 2024
  • A unique experience I think. Quite fantastic to run on the Ice.
    - Marathon Runner, 2023
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  • The best ever experience! It's hard to put into words how amazing this trip was. [...] I loved every single minute!
    - Marathon Runner, 2024

Unfolding the experience

In order to register for Polar Circle Marathon, all international runners must sign up for the tour package.

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