Midnight Sun Marathon
Tromsø sentrum
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Distances: Half Marathon, Marathon
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Surface: Landevei
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Location: Tromsø sentrum
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Date:
20 Jun
Race description
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The Midnight Sun Marathon offers five distances and a unique experience under the midnight sun. In 2025, the race set a new participant record with nearly 9,000 runners from 88 nations. This is the world's northernmost marathon, certified by the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS), and takes place annually in June in Tromsø. The race starts and finishes in Tromsø city center, featuring a scenic route that includes two crossings of the iconic Tromsø Bridge, providing participants with a rare opportunity to compete under the midnight sun.
Highlights
- The Midnight Sun Marathon offers a unique combination of nature, culture, and the joy of running, surrounded by mountains, fjords, and an Arctic summer where the sun shines all night.
- The race features a large international starting field and is a highlight in the racing calendar for both experienced and new runners.
- Participants get an amazing experience of running at night under a full moon, which creates a surreal atmosphere.
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Detailed information
- Race name: Midnight Sun Marathon
- Location name: Tromsø sentrum
- Distances: Half Marathon, Marathon
- Organizer website: https://msm.no/
- Surface / Race type Landevei