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Frozen Lake Marathon
Gol, Norway
March 19, 2027 to March 20, 2027Date confirmed
42 km21 km5 km
SnowNature & Off-Road+2
NOTrail Running · Norway · 27 Events · 95 Races
Trail Running in Norway
27 verified events with 95 individual races (16 confirmed dates) in Norway complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events2716 confirmed dates
Competitions95Races & courses
Distances5 - 166 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+9,300 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Oslo Ecotrail
Oslo, Norway
May 29, 2027Date confirmed
80 km50 km31 km21 km+1
Eco-FriendlyNature & Off-Road+3
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Birkebeinerløpet
Lillehammer, Norway
June 12, 2027Date confirmed
60 km42.2 km21 km
City RunMountain+1
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Besseggenløpet
Tessanden, Norway
June 19, 2027Date confirmed
14 km
City RunNature & Off-Road
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Xtrem Eidfjord Ultra
Eidfjord, Norway
July 10, 2027Date confirmed
95.5 km34.5 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+2
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Bodoryggen
Bodø, Norway
July 31, 2027Date confirmed
48.8 km22.2 km
MountainNature & Off-Road
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Xtrem Eidfjord Marathon
Eidfjord, Norway
August 28, 2027Date confirmed
43 km22 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+2
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Lofoten Ultra-Trail - The Arctic Triple
Kirkefjord, Norway
Date to be announcedDate TBA
166 km81 km48 km24 km+1
MountainSeaside & Coast+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 19, 2027 - Mar 20, 2027 | Frozen Lake Marathon | Gol, Buskerud, NO | Trail Running | 42 km21 km5 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 29, 2027 | Oslo Ecotrail | Oslo, Osloer Kreis, NO | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 80 km50 km31 km21 km |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 12, 2027 | Birkebeinerløpet | Lillehammer, Innlandet, NO | Trail Running | 60 km42.2 km21 km |
| Jun 19, 2027 | Besseggenløpet | Tessanden, Innlandet, NO | Trail Running | 14 km |
July 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 10, 2027 | Xtrem Eidfjord Ultra | Eidfjord, Vestland, NO | Trail Running | 95.5 km34.5 km |
| Jul 31, 2027 | Bodoryggen | Bodø, Nordland Province, NO | Trail Running | 48.8 km22.2 km |
August 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 2027 | Xtrem Eidfjord Marathon | Eidfjord, Vestland, NO | Trail Running | 43 km22 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Lofoten Ultra-Trail - The Arctic Triple | Kirkefjord, Landkreis Nordland, NO | Trail Running | 166 km81 km48 km24 km |
| Date to be announced | Sandnes Ultratrail | Sandnes, Rogaland County, NO | Trail Running | 162 km80 km42 km19 km |
| Date to be announced | Molde7topper ULTRA | Molde, Møre og Romsdal County, NO | Trail Running | 50 km18 km14 km11 km |
| Date to be announced | Blefjells Beste | Rollag, Buskerud, NO | Trail Running | 57 km21 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Meråker Mountain Challenge | Meråker, Trøndelag, NO | Trail Running | 62 km42 km21 km8 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Off-road running on singletrack, forest paths, and alpine ridges, spanning short discovery trails to high-mountain ultra-trails. Trail running is defined by elevation gain, technical terrain, and natural landscapes across forest singletrack, coastal cliffs, and mountain passes. In this Trail Running in Norway directory, RunningCompass curates 27 events comprising 95 individual races, including 16 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 5 km to 166 km and elevation gains up to +9,300 m. Key host locations include Gol, Oslo, Lillehammer, Tessanden. Notable events in this selection include Frozen Lake Marathon, Oslo Ecotrail, Birkebeinerløpet.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Trail Running in Norway?
This overview currently includes 27 verified events featuring 95 individual races. Of these, 16 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 11 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Trail Running in Norway?
Races in this selection span distances of 5 km to 166 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +9,300 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Trail Running, Walking & Hiking.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Trail Running in Norway?
Top host locations include Gol, Oslo, Lillehammer, Tessanden, Eidfjord. Representative events in the catalog include Frozen Lake Marathon, Oslo Ecotrail, Birkebeinerløpet, Besseggenløpet. Off-road running on singletrack, forest paths, and alpine ridges, spanning short discovery trails to high-mountain ultra-trails.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Trail Running in Norway?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 95 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.