Polar Circle Marathon

30-31 Oct 2021

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Like all Albatros Adventure Marathons, the Polar Circle Marathon is designed to be more than just a race. It's also about enjoying time together with family, friends and other running-minded spirits. Spectators welcome!

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

Packages

Polar Circle Marathon 5-Day Package - APRIL edition - CANCELLED

8 - 12 Apr | 5 days | 2095 EUR

This is, in fact, the 2020 race, which has been postponed to April 2021 due to COVID-19

Polar Circle Marathon 5-Day Package - OCTOBER 2021 edition

28 - 1 Nov | 5 days | 2195 EUR

Run on the vast ice sheet and experience breathtaking polar landscapes in this challenging running event.

Whether it's culture or nature you're seeking, Greenland has the answer.

The Polar Circle Marathon is more than just a marathon - it's a journey through Greenland! Explore all that the country has to offer - from the dazzling northern lights to towering glaciers to the vibrant town of Ilulissat.

Excursions

Northern Lights Tour

8 Apr | 2 hours | 45 EUR

Head out of the city to the dark expanses of Greenland's wilderness to observe the undulating auroras.

Russell Glacier

8 Apr, 11 Apr | 4 hours | 90 EUR

Drive out to the spectacular Russell Glacier and keep an eye out for wildlife.

Tundra Safari and Kangerlussuaq Sightseeing

8 Apr, 10 Apr, 11 Apr | 3.5 hours | 70 EUR

Go for a drive to see some of Greenland's magnificent nature and - hopefully - some of its wildlife.

Running Copenhagen

7 Apr | 1.5 hours | 40 EUR

Pound the pavements of Copenhagen and see some of the city's most impressive sights.

Northern Lights Tour (2021)

31 Oct | 2 hours | 45 EUR

Head out of the city to the dark expanses of Greenland's wilderness to observe the undulating auroras.

Russell Glacier (2021)

28 Oct, 31 Oct | 4 hours | 90 EUR

Drive out to the spectacular Russell Glacier and keep an eye out for wildlife.

Tundra Safari and Kangerlussuaq Sightseeing (2021)

28 Oct, 30 Oct, 31 Oct | 3.5 hours | 70 EUR

Go for a drive to see some of Greenland's magnificent nature and - hopefully - some of its wildlife.

Running Copenhagen (2021)

27 Oct | 1.5 hours | 40 EUR

Pound the pavements of Copenhagen and see some of the city's most impressive sights.

Extensions

Ilulissat Extension

12 - 15 Apr | 4 days | 1090 EUR

Tour the charming town of Ilulissat and be dazzled by the colossal icebergs in Disco Bay.

Ilulissat Extension (2021)

1 - 4 Nov | 4 days | 1090 EUR

Tour the charming town of Ilulissat and be dazzled by the colossal icebergs in Disco Bay.

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