Midnight Sun Marathon
Location
Tromsø
Norway
Distance
Marathon
Date
June 20, 2026
Elevation Gain
250m
hillier than 59 of 67 similar races
Course TypeLoop
Typical WeatherArctic summer, 8-14°C (46-57°F), 24h daylight, variable winds
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Run under the never-setting Arctic sun in the world's northernmost marathon, crossing the iconic Tromsø Bridge with fjord and snow-capped mountain views at every turn.
What Makes This Race Special
- 24-hour daylight — midnight sun
- Arctic Circle location
- Tromsø Bridge crossing
- Fjord and mountain panoramas
- Norwegian Championship marathon 2026
- 9,000 runners from 88 nations