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Arctic Snowshoe Race
Tromsø - Norway
About This Race
Winter's toughest race with snowshoes in Arctic wilderness.
The Course
Snowshoe race on snow-covered trails on Kvaloya island near Tromso. 10K and 5K distances on Arctic winter terrain. Snowshoes required - 100 percent on unpaved trails.
Race Details
Terrain
Trail
Elevation
Rolling
Participants
500 participants
Distances
21K, 10K
What to Expect
A unique winter sport experience - racing on snowshoes through Arctic landscape. Run on snow-covered trails on Kvaloya island with mountains and ocean views. Snowshoes provided if needed. A fun way to embrace Norwegian winter.
Highlights
Unique Arctic snowshoe racing
Part of winter sports movement
Beautiful snowy island scenery
5K and 10K distances
Organized by MSM Foundation
Race Information
Typical Weather
Late March in Tromso: -5 to 5C (23-41F). Late winter/early spring conditions. Snow coverage should still be good. Increasing daylight.
Established
2018
Tags
Winter
Snowshoe
Arctic