The Polar Circle Marathon is an extraordinary two-day race set against the stark beauty of Greenland's ice sheet and tundra. Participants can choose from three race options: full marathon (42.2 km), half marathon (21.1 km), or the Polar Bear Challenge, which combines both distances over consecutive days. Runners traverse challenging terrains, including snow-covered gravel roads, glacier tongues, and Arctic desert, all while experiencing the unique Arctic environment. This event offers a rare opportunity to push one's limits in one of the world's most remote and breathtaking landscapes.
Races
Race Date:
26 October, 2025
The Polar Circle Half Marathon offers runners a 21.1 km challenge through the stunning Arctic landscapes, including snow-covered gravel roads and glacier edges. It provides a unique opportunity to experience the Arctic environment while testing endurance in a remote and extraordinary setting.
Race Date:
25 October, 2025
The Polar Circle Marathon is a full marathon covering 42.2 km across snow-covered gravel roads, glacier tongues, and Arctic tundra. It offers runners a unique opportunity to test their endurance in one of the world’s most extreme and breathtaking environments.
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FAQs
What is the Polar Circle Half Marathon?
How long is the Polar Circle Half Marathon?
Where does the Polar Circle Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Polar Circle Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Polar Circle Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Polar Circle Half Marathon?
The Polar Circle Half Marathon offers runners a 21.1 km challenge through the stunning Arctic landscapes, including snow-covered gravel roads and glacier edges. It provides a unique opportunity to experience the Arctic environment while testing endurance in a remote and extraordinary setting.
The Polar Circle Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Polar Circle Half Marathon takes place in Kangerlussuaq, Qeqqata Municipality, Greenland.
Runna classifies the Polar Circle Half Marathon elevation profile as Moderate.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Polar Circle Half Marathon?
The Polar Circle Half Marathon offers runners a 21.1 km challenge through the stunning Arctic landscapes, including snow-covered gravel roads and glacier edges. It provides a unique opportunity to experience the Arctic environment while testing endurance in a remote and extraordinary setting.
How long is the Polar Circle Half Marathon?
The Polar Circle Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Polar Circle Half Marathon take place?
The Polar Circle Half Marathon takes place in Kangerlussuaq, Qeqqata Municipality, Greenland.
What is the elevation gain of the Polar Circle Half Marathon?
Runna classifies the Polar Circle Half Marathon elevation profile as Moderate.
How can I prepare for the Polar Circle Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Polar Circle Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Polar Circle Marathon?
How long is the Polar Circle Marathon?
Where does the Polar Circle Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Polar Circle Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Polar Circle Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Polar Circle Marathon?
The Polar Circle Marathon is a full marathon covering 42.2 km across snow-covered gravel roads, glacier tongues, and Arctic tundra. It offers runners a unique opportunity to test their endurance in one of the world’s most extreme and breathtaking environments.
The Polar Circle Marathon is 42km long.
The Polar Circle Marathon takes place in Kangerlussuaq, Qeqqata Municipality, Greenland.
The Polar Circle Marathon elevation gain is 526 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Polar Circle Marathon?
The Polar Circle Marathon is a full marathon covering 42.2 km across snow-covered gravel roads, glacier tongues, and Arctic tundra. It offers runners a unique opportunity to test their endurance in one of the world’s most extreme and breathtaking environments.
How long is the Polar Circle Marathon?
The Polar Circle Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Polar Circle Marathon take place?
The Polar Circle Marathon takes place in Kangerlussuaq, Qeqqata Municipality, Greenland.
What is the elevation gain of the Polar Circle Marathon?
The Polar Circle Marathon elevation gain is 526 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Polar Circle Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Polar Circle Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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