Icefjord Midnight Marathon

Trail Running covering 21.1 km to 42.2 km in Ilulissat (Qaasuitsup, Greenland)

Location

Ilulissat, Qaasuitsup, GreenlandShow on map(69.2198° N, 51.0986° W)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +1,097 m

Icefjord Midnight Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Ilulissat, Qaasuitsup, GL focused on Trail Running. Key features include Culture & History, Snow.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +1,097 m D+), and Half Marathon (21.1 km, +549 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (icefjord-midnight-marathon.com).

Official website

Icefjord Midnight Marathon in Ilulissat (Work: "Snowshoe Trail", Photo: Christoph Strässler, License: CC BY-SA 2.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Snowshoe Trail" · Photo: **Christoph Strässler** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 2.0
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Event characteristics

Culture & History Snow

Races & distances (2)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Marathon	Trail Running	42.2 km	+1,097 m	178 m - 639 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Half Marathon	Trail Running	21.1 km	+549 m	181 m - 412 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

42.2 km

Elevation gain

+1,097 m D+

Elevation loss

-1,097 m D-

Altitude range

178 m - 639 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

5.2 % / 9.4 %

Course format

Loop course

42.2 km+1,097 m D+Peak 639 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 178 m to 639 m above sea level (+1,097 m D+, -1,097 m D-)

Peak: 639 m·at 13.4 km·Ø 5.2 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Icefjord Midnight Marathon take place?

Icefjord Midnight Marathon takes place in Ilulissat, Qaasuitsup, GL (start area at coordinates 69.2198° N, 51.0986° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Icefjord Midnight Marathon?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +1,097 m D+), and Half Marathon (21.1 km, +549 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Icefjord Midnight Marathon?

The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,097 m of elevation gain and -1,097 m of elevation loss, ranging between 178 m and 639 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Icefjord Midnight Marathon?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (icefjord-midnight-marathon.com).