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Vestfold Historic Ultra Trail
Tønsberg, Norway
Date to be announcedDate TBA
147 km87 km48 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+3
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Running Calendar Races in Telemark District: Races, Trails & Competitions
12 verified events (11 confirmed dates) and 40 races in Races in Telemark District with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events1211 confirmed dates
Competitions40Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 147 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+5,000 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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PolarNight Marathon
Tromsdalen, Norway
January 9, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+3
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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
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Semi-marathon de Grue
Kirkenær, Norway
May 1, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km
ForestNature & Off-Road+1
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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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The Artic Run
Sortland, Norway
June 5, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
IslandRelay+1
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Birkebeinerløpet
Lillehammer, Norway
June 12, 2027Date confirmed
60 km42.2 km21 km
City RunMountain+1
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Midnight Sun Marathon
Tromso, Norway
June 19, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunNight Run+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Vestfold Historic Ultra Trail | Tønsberg, Telemark-Kreis, NO | Trail Running | 147 km87 km48 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 9, 2027 | PolarNight Marathon | Tromsdalen, Troms, NO | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
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 1, 2027 | Semi-marathon de Grue | Kirkenær, Innlandet County, NO | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km |
| 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 5, 2027 | The Artic Run | Sortland, Nordland Province, NO | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Jun 12, 2027 | Birkebeinerløpet | Lillehammer, Innlandet, NO | Trail Running | 60 km42.2 km21 km |
| Jun 19, 2027 | Midnight Sun Marathon | Tromso, Troms og Finnmark, NO | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 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 7, 2027 | Kongsvinger Marathon | Kongsvinger, Innlandet Province, NO | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km4.2 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Telemark District (Norway, Telemark District) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 40 individual races, including 11 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include Tønsberg, Tromsdalen, Gol, and Kirkenær. Notable events in the selection include Vestfold Historic Ultra Trail, PolarNight Marathon, and Frozen Lake Marathon.
Race distances span from 0.5 km to 147 km, reaching up to +5,000 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Telemark District includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Races in Telemark District?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 40 individual races in Races in Telemark District. A total of 11 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Vestfold Historic Ultra Trail, PolarNight Marathon, and Frozen Lake Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Telemark District?
Events in Races in Telemark District focus on Trail Running, Road Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 0.5 km entry-level races up to 147 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Tønsberg, Tromsdalen, Gol, and Kirkenær.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Telemark District?
The most selective courses in Races in Telemark District climb up to +5,000 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Races in Telemark District?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.