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# Worldloppet

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- [Worldloppet Statement on the Participation of Russian and Belarusian Skiers](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-statement-on-the-participation-of-russian-and-belarusian-skiers/) - Worldloppet continues, in line with IOC and FIS decisions, its policy not to allow Russian and Belarusian athletes to participate at Worldloppet races. Elite Athletes Elite athletes with Russian or Belarusian citizenship who hold an active FIS code must apply for approval through FIS, in line with its current guidelines and approval procedures, and be
- [La Transju’ 2027: Registration Opens for a New Chapter in the Jura Mountains](https://www.worldloppet.com/la-transju-2027-registration-opens-for-a-new-chapter-in-the-jura-mountains/) - Join the La Transju’ 2027 Worldloppet weekend: a fresh 50 km route, premium trails, and exclusive passport perks—register now.
- [König Ludwig Lauf 2027: Winter is calling in the Bavarian Alps](https://www.worldloppet.com/konig-ludwig-lauf-2027-winter-is-calling-in-the-bavarian-alps/) - Experience König Ludwig Lauf’s winter weekend: new courses, reliable snow planning, Bavarian scenery—register now for great value.
- [Birkebeinerrennet 2027: A lighter backpack for the legendary Norwegian mountain crossing](https://www.worldloppet.com/birkebeinerrennet-2027-a-lighter-backpack-for-the-legendary-norwegian-mountain-crossing/) - One of the most distinctive traditions in Worldloppet is getting a little lighter in 2027. When skiers line up for Birkebeinerrennet on 20 March 2027, the mandatory backpack will weigh at least 2 kg instead of the previous 3.5 kg. New for 2027: mandatory backpack reduced to 2 kg Participants in Birkebeinerrennet have long crossed
- [Be part of the 103rd Vasaloppet](https://www.worldloppet.com/be-part-of-the-103rd-vasaloppet/) - Join the iconic Vasaloppet 2027: 90 km from Sälen to Mora, a living Nordic tradition with start spots still open.
- [Cross-country skiing in great China: Gunnar's Nordic Adventures from Vasaloppet China 2026](https://www.worldloppet.com/cross-country-skiing-in-great-china-gunnars-nordic-adventures-from-vasaloppet-china-2026/) - Join Gunnar on a Nordic adventure: chase Vasaloppet China in Changchun, then explore Beijing’s Great Wall, Tiananmen, and the iconic banquet.
- [Haglöfs welcoming the Worldloppet Team in Stockholm](https://www.worldloppet.com/haglofs-welcoming-the-worldloppet-team-in-stockholm/) - This week, the Worldloppet Executive Board, President and team gathered in Stockholm for the Executive Committee Meeting – hosted by Worldloppet's Presenting Partner, Haglöfs. The Haglöfs team welcomed Worldloppet to their headquarters and gave a closer look behind the scenes. "We had the chance to meet the people behind the brand, gain insights into their
- [From a fun run to a cross-country skiing legend: The International Dolomitenlauf](https://www.worldloppet.com/from-a-fun-run-to-a-cross-country-skiing-legend-the-international-dolomitenlauf/) - When the international cross-country skiing elite and thousands of amateur athletes gather in Obertilliach from 22 to 24 January 2027, it will be time for the Dolomitenlauf.
- [Living the Year-Round Birkie Lifestyle at Mt. Telemark Village](https://www.worldloppet.com/living-the-year-round-birkie-lifestyle-at-mt-telemark-village/) - When most people hear "Birkie," they picture thousands of skiers making their way from Cable to Hayward, Wisconsin in February. But the Birkie experience doesn't end when the snow melts. The American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation creates opportunities to get outside, challenge yourself, and connect with the community all year long at the ever-growing Mt. Telemark Village.
- [From a Warm Start to a Sauna Finish](https://www.worldloppet.com/from-a-warm-start-to-a-sauna-finish/) - As you plan your 2027 Worldloppet season, make sure to mark February 27–28 for Tartu Maraton. For 2027 only, the event will take place one week later than usual due to the IBU Biathlon World Cup in Otepää. Get ready for the race indoors at Tehvandi The new Tehvandi stadium building, completed ahead of the 2026 event,
- [From autumn trails to winter tracks](https://www.worldloppet.com/from-autumn-trails-to-winter-tracks/) - The skis can wait a little longer—but your next Worldloppet adventure doesn’t have to. Discover our autumn events and start dreaming about your first winter finish line. Running shoes, walking poles or a bike: there are plenty of ways to enjoy the Worldloppet community before the snow arrives. Our member events’ autumn programmes offer a
- [Worldloppet Masters 2026 Gallery](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-masters-2026-gallery/) - Full List of Worldloppet Masters
- [Gallery: Merino Muster 2026 Pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-merino-muster-2026-pictures/) - (c) Federico Pagola
- [Merino Muster 2026: Wright defends victory, Kuzima wins first time](https://www.worldloppet.com/merino-muster-2026-wright-defends-victory-kuzima-wins-first-time/) - The Merino Muster 2026 delivered a fantastic day of cross-country skiing at Snow Farm, bringing together competitors from New Zealand and around the world for one of the southern hemisphere highlights of the Worldloppet calendar. Excellent snow conditions, committed volunteers and an enthusiastic international field created a memorable atmosphere on Sunday, 23 August. As New
- [Kangaroo Hoppet 2026: Young Vik and Fordham win at Falls Creek](https://www.worldloppet.com/kangaroo-hoppet-2026-young-vik-and-fordham-win-at-falls-creek/) - The 32nd Kangaroo Hoppet took place at Falls Creek, Australia, today, delivering a memorable day of Worldloppet racing despite challenging snow conditions in the lead-up to the event. Warm temperatures, sunshine and a fast, firm track greeted the competitors. Due to the limited snowpack, the Kangaroo Hoppet and Birkebeiner courses had to be shortened, but
- [+++ Updated +++ Kangaroo Hoppet Remains Positive Ahead of 2026 Race Day](https://www.worldloppet.com/kangaroo-hoppet-remains-positive-ahead-of-2026-race-day/) - The Kangaroo Hoppet Race Committee remains optimistic ahead of Australia’s Worldloppet race on Saturday, 15 August. Despite a challenging winter at Falls Creek. Unusually warm temperatures and limited snowfall have affected the Australian alpine region over the past two months. Nevertheless, several cross-country trails remain groomed and have provided good skiing considering the conditions. The
- [Three weeks to go and world-class trails are groomed for Merino Muster](https://www.worldloppet.com/three-weeks-to-go-and-world-class-trails-are-groomed-for-merino-muster/) - In just three weeks, skiers from across New Zealand and around the world will come together at Snow Farm for the 2026 Merino Muster.
- [Prepare Smart, Train Better: Summer Miles with Haglöfs](https://www.worldloppet.com/prepare-smart-train-better-summer-miles-with-haglofs/) - Presented by Haglöfs, Presenting Partner of Worldloppet Winter Performance Starts with Summer Preparation Every Worldloppet skier knows that strong skiers are built long before the snow arrives. Summer is the season for endurance, strength, balance and outdoor confidence — whether that means hiking, trail running, roller skiing or long days in the mountains. To help
- [Marcialonga introducing a new event for 2027](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-introducing-a-new-event-for-2027/) - Discover the new Marcialonga 32 km race for 2027 and earn a Worldloppet Silver stamp—or choose 45 km or 70 km for a Gold stamp.
- [Worldloppet Family Meets in Poland for Annual General Meeting](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-family-meets-in-poland-for-annual-general-meeting/) - All 19 Worldloppet member nations are represented in Szklarska Poręba for the Worldloppet AGM 2026, preparing for the future of international cross-country skiing.
- [In Memory of Hannes Larsson](https://www.worldloppet.com/in-memory-of-hannes-larsson/) - The Worldloppet family mourns the passing of Hannes Larsson, one of the most dedicated and inspiring skiers in Worldloppet history. Hannes Larsson, known to many Worldloppet skiers simply as Hannes, passed away in Valence, France, on 8 June 2026 at the age of 95. For decades, he was a familiar face at Worldloppet races around
- [Tartu Maraton 2027 moves one week later](https://www.worldloppet.com/tartu-maraton-2027-moves-one-week-later/) - The Tartu Maraton 2027 will move one week later than its traditional weekend. The 53rd edition of the legendary Estonian ski festival will be held on 27–28 February.
- [360 Skimarathons around the world, 36 Worldloppet Master Titles](https://www.worldloppet.com/360-skimarathons-around-the-world-36-worldloppet-master-titles/) - A remarkable milestone has been reached in the Worldloppet family: Robert Palliser has set a new all-time record with 36 Worldloppet Master titles
- [The best season in ages!](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-best-season-in-ages/) - Worldloppet Season 2025/26 in Numbers The Worldloppet season 2025/26 has come to an impressive close, confirming once again the global popularity of long-distance cross-country skiing. Across all events, a total of 136,009 participants took part in Worldloppet's Global Calendar races this winter. With events in 23 countries on 6 continents and thousands of skiers representing
- [Ski & explore China for free: Become Worldloppet Ambassador at Vasaloppet China 2027](https://www.worldloppet.com/ski-explore-china-for-free-become-worldloppet-ambassador-at-vasaloppet-china-2027/) - Win a free ski trip to China! Apply now to become the Worldloppet Ambassador Skier at Vasaloppet China 2027 and experience an unforgettable race adventure in Changchun.
- [Nygaard celebrates Fossavatnsgangan 2026 victory and 27 skiers their Master Title](https://www.worldloppet.com/nygaard-celebrates-fossavatnsgangan-2026-victory-and-27-skiers-their-master-title/) - The Fossavatnsgangan once again delivered a memorable season finale in Iceland, combining strong elite performances with a vibrant international Worldloppet community. Full Gallery In the men’s 50 km race, Andreas Nygaard of Norway claimed a dominant victory in 2:22:34.8, finishing nearly two minutes ahead of Stanislav Řezáč (2:24:10.9). Italy’s Riccardo Mich secured third place in
- [Gallery: Fossavatnsgangan 2026 pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-fossavatnsgangan-2026-pictures/) - Find here the best pictures of Fossvatnsgangan 2026 the Icelandic Worldloppet race taking place in Isafjordur.
- [Fossavatnsgangan 2026 about to conclude the Worldloppet Winter](https://www.worldloppet.com/fossavatnsgangan-2026-about-to-conclude-the-worldloppet-winter/) - The Fossavatnsgangan 2026 returns this weekend as the grand finale of the Worldloppet season, bringing skiers to the remote Westfjords of Iceland.
- [From the Tropics to the Worldloppet Trails - The story of Malaysia's first Master](https://www.worldloppet.com/from-the-tropics-to-the-worldloppet-trails-the-story-of-malaysias-first-master/) - A Malaysian’s Seven-Race Mission Across the Northern Winter: This is the story of Kathy Ismail, Malaysia's first Worldloppet Master.
- [Where will you ski next winter? Lumi Experiences brings you there](https://www.worldloppet.com/where-will-you-ski-next-winter-lumi-experiences-brings-you-there/) - Lumi Experiences is Worldloppet's close travel partner organizing skiing trips of all kind. They are specialized on skiing trips to Worldloppet races.
- [One race, two worlds: Ski the Kangaroo Hoppet and hike with kangaroos](https://www.worldloppet.com/one-race-two-worlds-ski-the-kangaroo-hoppet-and-hike-with-kangaroos/) - Kangaroo Hoppet registration is now open! Be sure to get in quick to take advantage of the early bird prices. It is never too early to start planning your trip to the Southern Hemisphere. For your visit to the Kangaroo Hoppet there is plenty on offer to explore at Falls Creek and surrounds. Of course
- [Syrstad wins Birkebeinerrennet 2026 in an one-man-show, Alnaes dominates ladies race](https://www.worldloppet.com/syrstad-wins-birkebeinerrennet-2026-in-an-one-man-show-alnaes-dominates-ladies-race/) - Thousands of skiers took part in the legendary Birkebeinerrennet 2026 from Rena to Lillehammer. Read about the race atmosphere, popular skiers and the victories of Anikken Gjerde Alnæs and Torleif Syrstad.
- [Gallery: Birkebeinerrennet 2026](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-birkebeinerrennet-2026/)
- [Olympic Champion Einar Hedegart wins Engadin Skimarathon 2026](https://www.worldloppet.com/olympic-champion-einar-hedegart-wins-engadin-skimarathon-2026/) - Under bright sunshine and on perfectly prepared tracks, around 13,000 cross-country skiers enjoyed an unforgettable day at the 56th Engadin Skimarathon in the Swiss Alps. From the start on the frozen lakes of Maloja to the finish in S-chanf, participants experienced ideal racing conditions and spectacular scenery across the 42 km course. The event once
- [Engadin Skimarathon 2026 Pictures Gallery](https://www.worldloppet.com/engadin-skimarathon-2026-pictures-gallery/) - Find here the best Engadin Skimarathon 2026 pictures.
- [Engadin Skimarathon 2026 Live Stream](https://www.worldloppet.com/engadin-skimarathon-2026-live-stream/) - The Engadin Skimarathon live stream with English commentary from Gunnar Zlöbl is ready! Tomorrow, Mar 8th, The Engadiner is going to take place for the 56th time.
- [Engadin Skimarathon 2026: Olympic Champions Headline the Worldloppet Classic in Switzerland](https://www.worldloppet.com/engadin-skimarathon-2026-olympic-champions-headline-the-worldloppet-classic-in-switzerland/) - The Engadin Skimarathon 2026 gathers 13,000 skiers from 60+ nations, including Olympic champions. Discover elite highlights, sustainability measures and key info for Worldloppet Passport holders and Masters.
- [A New Chapter Begins: Worldloppet Presented by Haglöfs](https://www.worldloppet.com/a-new-chapter-begins-worldloppet-presented-by-haglofs/) - Worldloppet announces Haglöfs as its new Presenting Sponsor. Discover how this global partnership strengthens the ski marathon community worldwide.
- [Vasaloppet 2026: Kardin’s Breakthrough and Fleten’s Third Triumph in Mora](https://www.worldloppet.com/glorious-day-for-sweden-oskar-kardin-wins-the-snowy-vasaloppet-2026/) - Oskar Kardin and Emilie Fleten win the Vasaloppet 2026. It was definitely one of the toughest editions of the past years.
- [Gallery: Vasaloppet 2026 Pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-vasaloppet-2026-pictures/)
- [Vasaloppet ahead!](https://www.worldloppet.com/vasaloppet-ahead/) - Vasaloppet 2026 takes Worldloppet Passport holders 90 km from Sälen to Mora. Get course details, race insights, conditions, and key information for your Worldloppet stamp.
- [Gallery: Gatineau Loppet 2026](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-gatineau-loppet-2026/)
- [Gallery: 50th Bieg Piastow 2026 pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-50th-bieg-piastow-2026-pictures/) - Friday 30 km (c: Marcin Oliver Soto): Saturday 50 km (c: Marcion Oliver Soto):
- [Gallery: American Birkebeiner 2026](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-american-birkebeiner-2026/)
- [Jager and Sonnesyn triumph at today's American Birkebeiner 2026](https://www.worldloppet.com/jager-and-sonnesyn-triumph-at-todays-american-birkebeiner-2026/) - Today the American Birkebeiner was the second Worldloppet event taking place this weekend. While in Europe, the Polish Bieg Piastow celebrated its 50th anniversary, the Amercian Birkebeiner has welcomed the thousands of skiers in Hayward, Wisconsin. Even tough the weather conditions over the past days caused some troubles for the organizers the race days were
- [Thomas Bing crowns himself king of 50th Bieg Piastow](https://www.worldloppet.com/thomas-bing-crowns-himself-king-of-50th-bieg-piastow/) - The 50th edition of Bieg Piastów marked a historic milestone for the Polish Worldloppet event, bringing together elite racers and passionate recreational skiers in Jakuszyce for a memorable jubilee weekend. Saturday’s 50 km main race attracted 1,600 participants, making it the second-best year in the event’s history in terms of participation, in general 6.800 skiers
- [Here we go again: American Birkebeiner 2026 just around the corner](https://www.worldloppet.com/here-we-go-again-american-birkebeiner-2026-just-around-the-corner/) - The legendary American Birkebeiner is just days away, and excitement is building as skiers from around the world converge on Hayward and Cable, Wisconsin, for one of the largest ski festivals in the sport. The American Birkebeiner Ski Week, running from February 18–22, celebrates Nordic skiing with community, competition and shared passion for classic and
- [ International Success and Ideal Conditions at the 48th Gatineau Loppet](https://www.worldloppet.com/international-success-and-ideal-conditions-at-the-48th-gatineau-loppet/) - The 48th edition of the Gatineau Loppet concluded yesterday under nearly perfect weather conditions, providing an ideal setting for cross-country ski enthusiasts. Smiles on their faces and a strong sense of accomplishment, skiers crossed the finish line in the 2, 5, 10, 27 and 50 km freestyle events on this second and final day of
- [Christopher Kalev and Tatjana Mannima win Tartu Maraton 2026](https://www.worldloppet.com/christopher-kalev-and-tatjana-mannima-win-tartu-maraton-2026/) - Today the 52nd Tartu Maraton has been taking place on the traditional 63km course between Otepää and Elva. Despite the cold temperatures, today’s Tartu Maraton classic races took place as planned. In the men’s competition, victory went to Christopher Kalev (EST), while Tatjana Mannima (EST) was the fastest among the women. It was one of
- [Tartu Maraton 2026 Pictures Gallery](https://www.worldloppet.com/tartu-maraton-2026-pictures-gallery/) - Click on the pictures to make them larger: (c) Tarmo Haud (c) Worldloppet
- [Abundant snow awaits thousands of skiers this weekend at the Gatineau Loppet](https://www.worldloppet.com/abundant-snow-awaits-thousands-of-skiers-this-weekend-at-the-gatineau-loppet/) - The Gatineau Loppet, Canada’s stage of the Worldloppet, is ready to welcome participants from around the world to a stunning winter wonderland, with 183 cm of snow this season—well above the seasonal average. Some 2,400 skiers from 20 countries are set to enjoy the ultimate Gatineau Loppet experience on the breathtaking trails of Gatineau Park,
- [Tartu Maraton 2026: Estonia’s Worldloppet Classic Returns on full original course](https://www.worldloppet.com/tartu-maraton-2026-estonias-worldloppet-classic-returns-on-full-original-course/) - "The race course has been under close attention in recent weeks, as limited snowfall has allowed less course grooming than usual. The snow cover is thinnest on the Palu–Elva section, which is why I personally inspected this part of the course again over the weekend. The snowfall in recent days has been helpful, and additional
- [Updated: Successful race weekends concluded in Lahti and Jura](https://www.worldloppet.com/successful-race-weekends-concluded-in-lahti-and-jura/) - Two days, two race venues, two nations, thousands of happy finishers! This weekend, La Transjurasienne in the French Jura Mountains and the Finlandia Hiihto in Lahti were on the Worldloppet program. While the French member race took place on a 50 km point-to-point course between Lamoura and Les Rousses, the Finnish OC had to invest
- [Finlandia Hiihto 2026 Pictures Gallery](https://www.worldloppet.com/finlandia-hiihto-2026-pictures-gallery/)
- [La Transju 2026 Pictures Gallery](https://www.worldloppet.com/la-transju-2026-pictures-gallery/) - Saturday Classic races: Sunday Skating races:
- [Roivas and Karppanen Claim Long-Distance Victories at Finlandia-hiihto](https://www.worldloppet.com/roivas-and-karppanen-claim-long-distance-victories-at-finlandia-hiihto/) - Kati Roivas and Miro Karppanen emerged as the champions of Saturday’s 42 km traditional technique race at Finlandia Hiihto 2026, the iconic ski marathon held in Lahti.
- [Third victory for Thomas Joly and second for Hanna Fine at La Transju 2026 Classic](https://www.worldloppet.com/third-victory-for-thomas-joly-and-second-for-hanna-fine-at-la-transju-2026-classic/) - Already winners in the past, French athletes Thomas Joly and Hanna Fine claimed victory this Saturday on the Transju’ Classic, at the end of the 50 km course between Lamoura and Les Rousses. The Transjurassienne continues this Sunday on the same course with the flagship event, raced in skating technique. At the start line: some
- [Dolomitenlauf 2026: Classic Finale in the Fog crowns Italian Champions and Local Heroes](https://www.worldloppet.com/dolomitenlauf-2026-classic-finale-in-the-fog-crowns-italian-champions-and-local-heroes/) - Today Dolomitenlauf 2026 came to an end with the Classic Race day under foggy but good skiing conditions. Lorenzo Busin and Malin Börjesjö celebrate the victories.
- [Finlandia Ski Marathon Distances Shortened – 16 km Loop on Lahti Ski Trails](https://www.worldloppet.com/finlandia-ski-marathon-distances-shortened-16-km-loop-on-lahti-ski-trails/) - The Finlandia Skimarathon 2026 is going to take place coming weekend. Due to snow shortage the race will take place on a 16 km loop.
- [Day 2 at König Ludwig Lauf, Norwegian victories at Jizerska 50 & international ski festival in Sapporo](https://www.worldloppet.com/day-2-at-konig-ludwig-lauf-norwegian-victories-at-jizerska-50-international-ski-festival-in-sapporo/) - Also the second day of König Ludwig Lauf was a successful celebration of its own comeback. Two years in a row, the race was suffering from cancellations due to lack of snow, but not this year. The skiers of 2026's König Ludwig Lauf have enjoyed well prepared tracks between Ettal and Oberammergau on both days
- [La Transju’ 2026: Course Route and Schedule!](https://www.worldloppet.com/la-transju-2026-course-route-and-schedule/) - Thanks to good snow conditions and the hard work of our on-site teams across the different mountain areas, La Transju’ 2026 will take place between Lamoura and Les Rousses, with a point-to-point course ranging from 50 to 56 km. This route was already used for the 2023 edition. Precipitation is forecast throughout the week, with
- [Sapporo Skimarathon 2026 Pictures Gallery](https://www.worldloppet.com/sapporo-skimarathon-2026-pictures-gallery/)
- [König Ludwig Lauf 2026 Pictures Gallery](https://www.worldloppet.com/konig-ludwig-lauf-2026-pictures-gallery/) - Saturday - Skating Races: Sunday, Classic Style:
- [Jizerská 50: A Worldloppet Classic Delivers Drama and Records](https://www.worldloppet.com/jizerska-50-a-worldloppet-classic-delivers-drama-and-records/) - The 59th edition of the Jizerská 50 2026 once again proved why this iconic race in the Jizera Mountains is one of the cornerstones of the Worldloppet Ski Federation.
- [Gallery: Jizerska 50 2026 Pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-jizerska-50-2026-pictures/) - Images shot by Jakub Nedbal - sport and lifestyle advertising photographer based in Prague, Czech Republic.
- [The König Ludwig Lauf is back!](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-konig-ludwig-lauf-is-back/) - The König Ludwig Lauf 2026 is finally back after two years of cancellation.
- [The Bieg Piastow 50th Anniversary Edition is here](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-bieg-piastow-50th-anniversary-edition-is-here/) - For the first time in history, the Polish Bieg Piastów invites skiers in February. Celebrating its 50th anniversary, this will be a special edition. The event will run from February 14 to 22, 2026, and its program includes many new features. The event date has been moved from March to February to ensure greater snow
- [Two routes considered for Transju 2026](https://www.worldloppet.com/two-routes-considered-for-transju-2026/) - The traditional La Transjurasienne 2026 is going to take place in two weeks. For now, there are two possible race courses considered.
- [Update from Japan: Sapporo Skimarathon Course with alternative route](https://www.worldloppet.com/update-from-japan-sapporo-skimarathon-course-with-alternative-route/) - The Sapporo Skimarathon 2026 is going to take place on a shortened race course due to lack of snow.
- [Emilie Fleten and Kaspar Stadaas win the snowfight at Marcialonga 2026](https://www.worldloppet.com/emilie-fleten-and-kaspar-stadaas-win-the-snowfight-at-marcialonga-2026/) - Emilie Fleten and Kaspar Stadaas from Norway win the Marcialonga 2026. Snowfall during the race made the 53rd edition a really tough one.
- [Marcialonga 2026 Pictures Gallery](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-2026-pictures-gallery/)
- [Snow and condition update: Marcialonga, König Ludwig Lauf, Jizerska 50 & Sapporo](https://www.worldloppet.com/snow-and-condition-update-marcialonga-konig-ludwig-lauf-jizerska-50-sapporo/) - The Marcialonga, König Ludwig Lauf, Jizerska 50 and Sapporo Skimarathon are going to take place the coming two weeks. Here comes your snow update.
- [Marcialonga 2026: Showtime in the Fiemme and Fassa Valleys](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-2026-showtime-in-the-fiemme-and-fassa-valleys/) - The countdown is over: this weekend, the 53rd Marcialonga takes center stage in the heart of the Dolomites. Perfectly prepared tracks, buzzing villages and thousands of skiers from around the world will turn the Fiemme and Fassa valleys into a true festival of cross-country skiing. On Sunday, January 25, the legendary race unfolds over 70
- [Gallery: Dolomitenlauf 2026](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-dolomitenlauf-2026/)
- [Dolomitenlauf 2026: Fast Racing, International Podiums and a Strong Worldloppet Spirit](https://www.worldloppet.com/dolomitenlauf-2026-fast-racing-international-podiums-and-a-strong-worldloppet-spirit/) - The 56th Dolomitenlauf kicked off today in Obertilliach under perfect winter conditions, opening an exciting race weekend for Austria’s oldest popular cross-country ski event and a founding member of the Worldloppet Ski Federation. More than 600 skiers from 34 nations took part in today’s skating races over 20 km and 40 km, enjoying fast, grippy
- [Dolomitenlauf with alternative race course ready for 2026's edition](https://www.worldloppet.com/dolomitenlauf-with-alternative-race-course-ready-for-2026s-edition/) - From 16 to 18 January 2026, the 56th Dolomitenlauf will take place in Obertilliach, Austria. Once again around 1,500 participants from more than 30 nations are awaited on the snow-sure trails of Osttirol. Even tough winter has not been very snowy in Central Europe so far, preparations are well underway, and conditions in Obertilliach are
- [Armellini defeats Stocek and wins Vasaloppet China 2026](https://www.worldloppet.com/armellini-defeats-stocek-and-wins-vasaloppet-china-2026/) - 4th January at 10:00 the start gun shot in Jingyuetan Park, Changchun China, for 2026's edition of Vasaloppet China. 700 participants from all around the globe started over the two main distances of 25 km and 50 km, hundreds more for the shorter distances. While in the ladies competition the podium is completely Chinese, in
- [Vasaloppet China 2026 Photos](https://www.worldloppet.com/vasaloppet-china-2026-photos/)
- [Vasaloppet China kicking off Worldloppet winter season 2026](https://www.worldloppet.com/vasaloppet-china-kicking-off-worldloppet-winter-season-2026/) - Tomorrow, January 4th, the Vasaloppet China is going to kick-off the Worldloppet winter 2026. Only a few days after New Year's Eve, Vasaloppet China has become a major date in the global cross-country ski calendar. Also this year the main race leads over 50 km and the silver race over 25 km. A 6 km
- [MyLoppet Winter Raffle – Join, Track & Win Big!](https://www.worldloppet.com/myloppet-winter-raffle-join-track-win-big/) - To close out the year with something special, Worldloppet is launching the MyLoppet Winter Raffle — a community giveaway for all skiers who create a MyLoppet account on the Worldloppet website. With 10 high-value prizes from Worldloppet member races and partners, this is the perfect moment to join the digital home of the Worldloppet family.
- [Experience nature in Osttirol‘s cross-country skiing winter](https://www.worldloppet.com/experience-nature-in-osttirols-cross-country-skiing-winter/) - paid content by Osttirol Cross-country skiing has a long tradition in Osttirol and is attracting more and more winter sports enthusiasts, as it is proven to be healthy and extremely close to nature. So come and enjoy the healthy pleasures of nature in Osttirol, which showcases the charm of the region in all its diversity.
- [Worldloppet Lounge waiting at Finlandia Ski Marathon 2026](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-lounge-waiting-at-finlandia-ski-marathon-2026/) - Finlandia Ski Marathon 2026 invites all Worldloppet Passport holders to have a warm-hearted meeting with like-minded skiers before your own skiing.
- [Win a 10,000 € Lumi Trip for Two to La Transju](https://www.worldloppet.com/win-a-10000-e-lumi-trip-for-two-to-la-transju/) - Win a €10,000 ski trip for two with Lumi Experiences and Worldloppet. Includes Transjurassienne entry, hotels, meals and guides. Enter by 14 December 2025.
- [Discover the New FF 360 Flow – Black Week 40% Exclusive Offer](https://www.worldloppet.com/discover-the-new-ff-360-flow-black-week-40-exclusive-offer/) - FF Skis launches a powerful Black Week campaign with an exclusive 40% discount for all Worldloppet skiers.
- [American Birkebeiner starting waves filling up quickly](https://www.worldloppet.com/american-birkebeiner-starting-waves-filling-up-quickly/) - The American Birkebeiner 2026 starting waves are filling up quickly. The first waves are full already, so better be quick and register.
- [Winter im Wandel - warum Flexibilität im Wintertraining immer wichtiger wird](https://www.worldloppet.com/winter-im-wandel-warum-flexibilitat-im-wintertraining-immer-wichtiger-wird/) - Bezahlter Inhalt von Löffler. Feste Schneeperioden, klare Temperaturen und stabile Bedingungen bestimmten, wann Langläufer:innen ihre Runden zogen und Läufer:innen auf die Trails gingen. Doch in den letzten Jahren haben sich durch veränderte klimatische Bedingungen auch die Trainingsbedingungen für alle verändert, die im Winter draußen aktiv bleiben wollen. Schwankende Temperaturen, wechselnde Niederschläge und immer kürzere Phasen
- [Where the old meets the new - Tartu Maraton Vintage](https://www.worldloppet.com/where-the-old-meets-the-new-tartu-maraton-vintage/) - Originally planned as a jubilee event every five years, the vintage race of Tartu Maraton quickly won skiers' hearts — and now takes place every winter. Held on the day before the classic races, the 31 km Vintage course follows the original rolling trail. The course master also prepares a specially widened track for wooden
- [Gunnar's Nordic Adventures from Sapporo Skimarathon 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/gunnars-nordic-adventures-from-sapporo-skimarathon-2025/) - Follow Gunnar on another episode of Gunnar's Nordic Adventures! This time we travel to Japan 🇯🇵 and ski the Sapporo Skimarathon. This was his 19th and last missing marathon event on the globe, which means, he became a Worldloppet Global Skier! Sapporo is also known for it's great deep snow alpine skiing possibilities. Something the
- ["I am in love with Gatinau Loppet" - Get ready for 2026](https://www.worldloppet.com/i-am-in-love-with-gatinau-loppet-get-ready-for-2026/) - 3 Questions to Gatnieau Loppet Course Director Réjean Larouche Why is the Gatineau Loppet special to you? “In winter, my passion... is cross-country skiing! I love this sport in all its forms—the cold, the glide, the scenery, nature. For me, there’s nothing better! Over 50 years ago, I left my native Saguenay and had a
- [Experience La Transju’ 2026 Through Your 5 Senses ](https://www.worldloppet.com/experience-la-transju-2026-through-your-5-senses/) - On February 7th and 8th La Transju 2026 is going to take place and represent France in the Worldloppet circuit. An experience for all your senses.
- [Marcialonga 2026 – A Winter of Skiing and Olympic Spirit](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-2026-a-winter-of-skiing-and-olympic-spirit/) - Marcialonga 2026 arrives with Olympic atmosphere, a new president, fresh headquarters, updated side events celebrating the race’s legacy in Fiemme /Fassa valleys.
- [Ski two Worldloppet classics and get the passport for free](https://www.worldloppet.com/ski-two-worldloppet-classics-and-get-the-passport-for-free/) - The popular campaign is back! Register for both Finlandia-hiihto and Tartu Maraton and you'll receive a Worldloppet Passport as a gift.
- [Dolomitenlauf: Austria's lagerst cross-country skiing event with guaranteed snow](https://www.worldloppet.com/dolomitenlauf-austrias-lagerst-cross-country-skiing-event-with-guaranteed-snow/) - From 16 to 18 January 2026, Austria's largest cross-country skiing event, the Dolomitenlauf, will once again take place in snow-covered Obertilliach in Osttirol.
- [Visa-free: China makes traveling to Vasaloppet China 2026 easier](https://www.worldloppet.com/visa-free-china-makes-traveling-to-vasaloppet-china-2026-easier/) - Vasaloppet China 2026 is going to kick off the Worldloppet winter in January. With the new visa-free policy, traveling to China is easier than ever.
- [Cross-country skiing at the bottom of the world: The Antarctic Loppet](https://www.worldloppet.com/cross-country-skiing-at-the-bottom-of-the-world-the-antarctic-loppet/) - The Antarctic Loppet 2025 is the southern most ski marathon in the world. It invites skiers on a search for an extraordinary adventure to Antarctica.
- [News from Finland: Get ready for Finlandia Skimarathon 2026](https://www.worldloppet.com/news-from-finland-get-ready-for-finlandia-skimarathon-2026/) - Plan your stress-free skiing trip to Finlandia Skimarathon 2026 in Lahti – modern facilities, great trails & cultural highlights await.
- [Worldloppet Masters 2025 Gallery](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-masters-2025-gallery/) - Find here the Gallery of the Worldloppet Masters 2025. These true heroes have completed their 10th ski marathon this winter. Congratulations from our side!
- [Jizerská 50 2026 Registration open now](https://www.worldloppet.com/jizerska-50-2026-registration-open-now/) - Registration for Jizerská 50 2026 is open! Secure the best entry fees, parking spots, and don’t miss the new Ski Classics sprint in Bedřichov.
- [Julia Kern and Champbell Wright win 30th Merino Muster 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/julia-kern-and-champbell-wright-win-30th-merino-muster-2025/) - Julia Kern wins the 30th Merino Muster 2025 ahead of US American team mate Jessie Diggins. Champbell Wright is the big winner in the men's race.
- [Gallery: Merino Muster 2025 Pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-merino-muster-2025-pictures/)
- [Merino Muster Set to Welcome Skiers Despite Challenging Snow Conditions](https://www.worldloppet.com/merino-muster-set-to-welcome-skiers-despite-challenging-snow-conditions/) - Merino Muster 2025 goes ahead despite poor snow. A shortened Worldloppet course and rich side events promise a true New Zealand ski experience.
- [Golden Day for Australia at the 2025 Kangaroo Hoppet](https://www.worldloppet.com/golden-day-for-australia-at-the-2025-kangaroo-hoppet/) - Phillip Bellingham and Rosie Fordham win gold at the 2025 Kangaroo Hoppet in Falls Creek, marking a historic start to the new Worldloppet ski season.
- [Kangaroo Hoopet 2025 pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/kangaroo-hoopet-2025-pictures/)
- [Worldloppet returns to Falls Creek with Kangaroo Hoppet 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-returns-to-falls-creek-with-kangaroo-hoppet-2025/) - Kangaroo Hoppet 2025 in Falls Creek kicks off the Worldloppet season with 750 skiers from 24 nations, new race features, and perfect snow conditions.
- [Amanda Bohlin and Østen Brovold Midtsundstad win Cykelvasan 90 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/amanda-bohlin-and-osten-brovold-midtsundstad-win-cykelvasan-90-2025/) - Cykelvasan 90, Sweden’s largest mountain bike race and a highlight of the Vasaloppet Summer Week, saw thrilling sprint finishes in both the men’s and women’s competitions on Saturday, August 9. Sweden’s Amanda Bohlin claimed her second Cykelvasan title, narrowly defeating Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Lejla Njemcevic by one second in a dramatic finale. In the men’s
- [Start for free at Vasaloppet China 2026](https://www.worldloppet.com/start-for-free-at-vasaloppet-china-2026/) - Getting ready for Vasaloppet China 2026 in Changchun? No excuses! James Finnie has finished Chinas biggest marathon age 73.
- [König Ludwig Lauf: A Scalable Track Toward a Snow-Safe Future](https://www.worldloppet.com/konig-ludwig-lauf-a-scalable-track-toward-a-snow-safe-future/) - König Ludwig Lauf 2026 introduces a flexible, snow-secure course concept—ensuring reliability, sustainability, and a unique skiing experience.
- [Positive signs from Argentina: Ushuaialoppet organizers working on 2027](https://www.worldloppet.com/positive-signs-from-argentina-ushuaialoppet-organizers-working-on-2027/) - Last week, after the Annual General Meeting we have reported about the cancellation of Ushuaialoppet 2025 due to financial challenges. Also in the organizing team has changed. After some meetings with the new team, we can forward positive signs from Patagonia: The organizers have a plan to welcome back international skiers, specially Worldloppeters, in August
- [Clear vision for popular skiing: Worldloppet Annual General Meeting in Austria](https://www.worldloppet.com/clear-vision-for-popular-skiing-worldloppet-annual-general-meeting-in-austria/) - Past weekend delegates from 18 nations across four continents gathered in Lienz, Austria, for the Annual General Meeting of the Worldloppet Ski Federation.
- [Tartu on the move: UCI gravel ambitions and world-class flat marathon](https://www.worldloppet.com/tartu-on-the-move-uci-gravel-ambitions-and-world-class-flat-marathon/) - The organizers of Tartu Maraton join the UCI Gravel World Series. Explore the city of Tartu and the tracks of Tartu Maraton by bike.
- [Be Part of Marcialonga 2026 – With Exclusive Early Access for Worldloppet Passport Holders](https://www.worldloppet.com/be-part-of-marcialonga-2026-with-exclusive-early-access-for-worldloppet-passport-holders/) - The Marcialonga registration for 2026 is going to open on June 3rd and it is likely to be sold out quickly. But Worldloppet Passportholders can pre-register now.
- [Explore the Worldloppet Summer Events 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/explore-the-worldloppet-summer-events-2025/) - Discover summer events from Worldloppet races – cycling, trail running, and more across 9 countries. Plan your 2025 off-season adventure now!
- [Finlandia Ski Marathon Returns on different February weekend in 2026](https://www.worldloppet.com/finlandia-ski-marathon-returns-on-different-february-weekend-in-2026/) - After a spectacular 2025 edition that brought nearly 3,800 skiers together, the Finlandia Ski Marathon is set to return on February 7–8, 2026.
- ["I will tell everyone I know that Estonia is absolutely worth visiting"](https://www.worldloppet.com/i-will-tell-everyone-i-know-that-estonia-is-absolutely-worth-visiting/) - In case you want to follow Linda's and Silja's advice, in 2026 the Tartu Maraton is going to take place on February 14th and 15th. Registrations are already open.
- [First Worldloppet Winter Meeting held this season at Engadin Skimarathon 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/first-worldloppet-winter-meeting-held-this-season-at-engadin-skimarathon-2025/) - 27 Worldloppet delegates from 13 destinations have met for a first winter meeting during the marathon week in the Engadin, Switzerland.
- [Thomas Bing wins season ender Fossavatnsgangan in Iceland](https://www.worldloppet.com/thomas-bing-wins-season-ender-fossavatnsgangan-in-iceland/) - The weather couldn't be better for the 90th birthday of Fossavatnsgangan, which took place today in Isafjordur, Iceland. While the organizers had to put a lot of effort into the race course due to mild spring weather over the past days, today it froze over night and the morning hours. Right in time for today's
- [Gallery: Fossavantsgangan 2025 pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-fossavantsgangan-2025-pictures/)
- [Icelandic Spring weather at Fossavatnsgangan Weekend 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/icelandic-spring-weather-at-fossavatnsgangan-weekend-2025/) - The buildup to Fossavatnsgangan began on Wednesday with the Fossavatnsgangan Night Race, both 35 km and 70 km. Thursday saw the free style race of 25 km with 68 participants from 14 countries, in addition to two shorter races for the kids. In a thrilling final sprint, the winner of men's Fossavatnsgangan Free Style earlier
- [Fossavatnsgangan 2025: Time for the Perfect Spring Finale for Skiers](https://www.worldloppet.com/fossavatnsgangan-2025-time-for-the-perfect-spring-finale-for-skiers/) - While winter has already faded in most of Europe, Iceland still offers excellent cross-country skiing conditions for Fossavatnsgangan 2025 next week.
- [Join the the Merino Muster whanau for 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/join-the-the-merino-muster-whanau-for-2025/) - Merino Muster sends an invitation to New Zealand to all Worldloppeters out there. We will celebrate the 30th Merino Muster on the 30th of August. Flights should be booked now to Queenstown NZ to take advantage of the cheaper airfares. Worldloppet Masters should enter early to get a special Masters race bib. Participants should prepare to be mesmerized by Joe Wade,
- [Win $ 1000 off a 2026 Lumi Experiences Ski Vacation](https://www.worldloppet.com/win-1000-off-a-2026-lumi-experiences-ski-vacation/) - Our partner and cross-country ski vacation tour operator Lumi Experiences is running a raffle right now: Enter now and win $ 1000 off a trip of your choice.
- [Australian Cross-Country skiing winter knocking on our doors](https://www.worldloppet.com/australian-cross-country-skiing-winter-knocking-on-our-doors/) - Falls Creek Alpine Resort, home of the Kangaroo Hoppet 2025 , has 60+ km of groomed tracks taking one out from the village into the snowgum woodlands
- [4th victory in a row for Nygaard at Birkebeinerrennet 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/4th-victory-in-a-row-for-nygaard-at-birkebeinerrennet-2025/) - Andreas Nygaard won the Birkebeinerrennet today for the 4th time in a row. In the ladies race Stina Nilsson won only two weeks after winning the Vasaloppet.
- [A look back and a look forward to Vasaloppet](https://www.worldloppet.com/a-look-back-and-a-look-ahead-to-vasaloppet/) - Let us have a last look back to 2025 Vasaloppet and then look into the future, to Vasaloppet 2026.
- [Great track conditions for Birkebeinerrennet 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/great-track-conditions-for-birkebeinerrennet-2025/) - The Birkebeinerrennet 2025 appears to be organized under very good conditions. The weather is now dry and cold and will offer the very best conditions for the 9000 participants. Sun and very good tracks will be offered for all. It has been necessary to shuffle some more snow on the start and the finish areas
- [Sunny, hot and successful Bieg Piastow weekend](https://www.worldloppet.com/sunny-hot-and-successful-bieg-piastow-weekend/) - Wonderful sunny weather accompanied the participants in past weekend's Bieg Piastow 2025. The winner was German Thomas Bing.
- [Bieg Piastow 2025 Pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/bieg-piastow-2025-pictures/) - (c) Marcin Oliva Soto/Deneka
- [Engadin Skimarathon 2025 Pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/engadin-skimarathon-2025-pictures/) - Find here the first impressions of the 55th Engadin Skimarathon taking place on 9th March 2025. The victories went to Norway, to Havard Moseby and to Switzerland with Nadine Fähndrich. (c) swiss-image
- [Moseby and Fähndrich win Engadin Skimarathon 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/moseby-and-fahndrich-win-engadin-skimarathon-2025/) - It was one of the closest finishes the Engadin Skimarathon has ever seen. Only a toe decided the 55th edition of Switzerland's most prestigious and the world's biggest ski marathon in skating style. The winning toe belongs to Havard Moseby from Oslo, Norway. Right behind him his compatriot Sverre Dahlen Aspenes and Swiss Grond Valerio.
- [Watch the 55th Engadin Skimarathon 2025 live with English Commentary](https://www.worldloppet.com/watch-the-55th-engadin-skimarathon-2025-live-with-english-commentary/) - omorrow, March 9th, the 55th Edition of Engadin Skimarathon is going to take place and it will be live streamed again with english commentary.
- [The 49th Bieg Piastow as Grande Finale of the Polish Cross-Country Ski Festival](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-49th-bieg-piastow-as-grande-finale-of-the-polish-cross-country-ski-festival/) - The grand finale of the Bieg Piastow 2025 - Cross-Country Ski Festival is ahead of us. Four races will be held in the Jizera Mountains
- [Tough competition for the Swiss at the Engadin Skimarathon](https://www.worldloppet.com/tough-competition-for-the-swiss-at-the-engadin-skimarathon/) - Several world-class cross-country skiers from Norway, France, and Switzerland have signed up for the 55th Engadin Skimarathon on Sunday. Valerio Grond and Nadine Fähndrich are the Swiss team leaders. Perfect conditions on the 42 kilometres from Maloja to S-chanf await the more than 12,000 participants. >> The Engadin Skimarathon 2025 is going to be live
- [Alvar Myhlback and Stina Nilsson fulfill Swedish Dream at Vasaloppet 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/fulfill-swedish-dream-at-vasaloppet-2025/) - Alvar Myhlback and Stina Nilsson celebrate an all-Swedish victory at Vasaloppet 2025. Under great conditions Myhlback won a close final sprint.
- [Gallery: Vasaloppet 2025 pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-vasaloppet-2025-pictures/) - Here come the first Vasaloppet 2025 pictures. Alvar Myhlback and Stina Nilsson win on home terrain.
- [All you need to know ahead of Vasaloppet 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/all-you-need-to-know-ahead-of-vasaloppet-2025/) - Vasaloppet has entered its second century, and on Sunday, March 2 at 08:00, the 101st Vasaloppet will take place. Millions of TV viewers worldwide will follow the 15,800 participants from the mass start in Sälen to the classic finish line in Mora. Can Emilie Fleten from Norway become the first-ever female skier to win three
- [Juuso Tossavainen & Vilma Nissinen win Finlandia Skimarathon 2025 Skating](https://www.worldloppet.com/juuso-tossavainen-vilma-nissinen-win-finlandia-skimarathon-2025-skating/) - Today the skating races of the 52nd Finlandia Skimarathon took place in Lahti/Finland. Like yesterday in Classic Technique, also today the races were dominated by the Finns.
- [Gallery: Finlandia Hiihto 2025 Pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-finlandia-hiihto-2025-pictures/) - (c) xc-ski.de (c) Finlandia Skimarathon
- [Agnellet and Palmer-Leger win American Birkebeiner 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/agnellet-and-palmer-leger-win-american-birkebeiner-2025/) - Today the 51st American Birkebeiner has been taking place. Gerard Agnellet from France and Sydney Palmer-Leger from the USA win.
- [Gallery: American Birkebeiner 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-american-birkebeiner-2025/)
- [Finlandia Ski Marathon Classic Events Held on National Skiing Day](https://www.worldloppet.com/finlandia-ski-marathon-classic-events-held-on-national-skiing-day/) - The classic skiing events of Finlandia Ski Marathon 2025 were held on National Skiing Day, Saturday, February 22, 2025. The first group of skiers took off at 8:00 AM in -1°C temperature with gusty winds reaching 8 m/s. The snowfall from Friday evening had cleared overnight, providing competitors with a dry and stable skiing environment. Karppanen and Mäkelä Break Away in
- [Watch Finlandia Hiihto 2025 live](https://www.worldloppet.com/watch-finlandia-hiihto-2025-live/) - The Finlandia Skimarathon 2025 is standing on the program for the weekend. Classic style on Saturday and Skating on Sunday. Both race days are broadcasted live.
- [Gallery: Gatineau Loppet 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-gatineau-loppet-2025/) - With 2571 entries, the 47th edition of the Canadian Gatineau Loppet 2025 records its highest participation rate in the last fifteen years.
- [Statistics and interesting facts ahead of Vasaloppet Winter Week 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/statistics-and-interesting-facts-ahead-of-vasaloppet-winter-week-2025/) - On Friday, February 21 Vasaloppet’s Winter Week 2025 kicks off The week will culminate on "Vasaloppet Sunday," March 2, with the 101st Vasaloppet in history.
- [Tartu Maraton 2025 Pictures Gallery](https://www.worldloppet.com/tartu-maraton-2025-pictures-gallery/)
- [Lepistö & Tuul win a snowy Tartu Maraton 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/lepisto-tuul-win-a-snowy-tartu-maraton-2025/) - Today the Tartu Maraton 2025 took place at the alternative venue Alutaguse. Lauri Lepistö from Finland & Teesi Tuul from Estonia won the 51st edition
- [Canadian Winter awaits 2500 skiers at Gatineau Loppet 2025 coming weekend](https://www.worldloppet.com/canadian-winter-awaits-2500-skiers-at-gatineau-loppet-2025-coming-weekend/) - Winter in Canada has been great so far. Also for the upcoming Gatineau Loppet 2025., the forecast has snow and freezing temperatures on the program.
- [Cross-country skiing cabin vacation on Sjusjøen at the Birkebeinerrennet 🇳🇴](https://www.worldloppet.com/cross-country-skiing-cabin-vacation-on-sjusjoen-at-the-birkebeinerrennet-🇳🇴/) - Follow Gunnar on another episode of Gunnar's Nordic Adventures, this time from Lillehammer in Norway, the home the Birkebeinerrennet: Skiing Sjusjøen!
- [Organizing Finlandia Ski Marathon 2025 requires effort but it will take place](https://www.worldloppet.com/organizing-finlandia-ski-marathon-2025-requires-effort-but-it-will-take-place/) - Finlandia Ski Marathon will be held in Lahti and Hollola, on the Salpausselkä ski tracks on February 22-23, 2025.
- [Alutaguse confirmed as venue of Tartu Maraton 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/alutaguse-alternative-venue-for-tartu-maraton-2025/) - A week before Tartu Maraton 2025 cold temperatures have arrived to the venue, but still no snow. The organizers plan to use an alternative venue: Alutaguse.
- [51st American Birkebeiner Race to Finish on Main Street Hayward](https://www.worldloppet.com/51st-american-birkebeiner-race-to-finish-on-main-street-hayward/) - After a low-snow winter threatened the original course of American Birkebeiner, organizers have officially announced a Main Street finish.
- [Bruvoll and Alnæs win Jizerska 50 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/bruvoll-and-alnaes-win-jizerska-50-2025/) - Both victories at today's Jizerska 50 in Bedrichov, Czechia, were decided by impressive final sprint performances. After the 50 kilometers, it were only a blink of an eye between the podium places. Norwegians showed the strongest sprint performance today. Results of Jizerska 50 2025 Men The first skier arriving to the Bedrichov stadium was Ole
- [Lovera and Ducordeau Claim Victory in La Transju’](https://www.worldloppet.com/lovera-and-ducordeau-claim-victory-in-la-transju/) - La Transju 2025 delivered a spectacle on snow despite challenging conditions. At the finish line it was Victor Lovera and Juliette Ducordeau claiming victories.
- [Pictures Gallery La Transjurasienne 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/pictures-gallery-la-transjurasienne-2025/) - Pictures by Marika Godin & Ben Becker / La Transju
- [Jizerska 50 2025 Pictures Gallery](https://www.worldloppet.com/jizerska-50-2025-pictures-gallery/)
- [Tartu Maraton might be held in a different location](https://www.worldloppet.com/tartu-maraton-might-be-held-in-a-different-location/) - Three weeks before Tartu Maraton, the organizers are working with various options for hosting this year's race one of them is to hold the race in Alutaguse.
- [Gallery: Sapporo Skimarathon 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-sapporo-skimarathon-2025/)
- [Coming Worldloppet events secured: La Transju & Jizerska 50 taking place](https://www.worldloppet.com/coming-worldloppet-events-secured-la-transju-jizerska-50-taking-place/) - Despite challenging weather conditions over the past weeks we got good news from La Transju and Jizerska 50 2025: The races are going to take place!
- [Patterson Siblings achieve US double victory at Sapporo Skimarathon 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/patterson-siblings-achieve-us-double-victory-at-sapporo-skimarathon-2025/) - Despite the challenging mild weather over the past weeks, the organizers of Sapporo Skimarathon have prepared a great 10 km race course for the 45th edition of Japan's Worldloppet race. Today's victories go to the USA: The Patterson siblings. Fresh snow over the past days - and also on race morning - has covered the
- [Sapporo Skimarathon 2025: A Celebration of Skiing Spirit in Japan](https://www.worldloppet.com/sapporo-skimarathon-2025-a-celebration-of-skiing-spirit-in-japan/) - Tomorrow, February 2nd, the Worldloppet circuit continues its global journey with the 45th edition of the Sapporo Skimarathon in Japan. Despite recent mild weather conditions, dedicated organizers have ensured a successful race by preparing a well-groomed 10 km loop, now in excellent shape. An Adapted Course, But Unchanged Enthusiasm While the original course had to
- [Confirmed: La Transjurasienne is going to take place in Les Rousses resort](https://www.worldloppet.com/confirmed-la-transjurasienne-is-going-to-take-place-in-les-rousses-resort/) - Despite changing weather conditions, which are monitored closely, "we can confirm that the event will continue to take place in the Les Rousses resort area.", said the Organizers earlier today. On 8th and 9th February La Transjurasienne is going to take place again after last year's cancellation. Unfortunately, current snow conditions do not allow maintenance the original
- [Worldloppet Stamp Despite the Cancellation of the König Ludwig Lauf](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-stamp-despite-the-cancellation-of-the-konig-ludwig-lauf/) - After the tough decision of cancelling 2025's edition of König Ludwig Lauf planned for coming weekend, the organizers have been working on alternative solutions. Specially, for the Worldloppeters traveling from far away, often overseas, to collect a stamp in their passport. And they found a solution. Here comes how to earn credits at König Ludwig
- [Cancelled: Heavy rain makes König Ludwig Lauf 2025 impossible](https://www.worldloppet.com/cancelled-heavy-rain-makes-konig-ludwig-lauf-2025-impossible/) - The König Ludwig Lauf 2025 planned for coming weekend 1. and 2. February had to be cancelled due to course damage because of heavy rain and warm wind.
- [Norwegians claim Marcialonga 2025 victories](https://www.worldloppet.com/norwegians-claim-marcialonga-2025-victories/) - The Norwegians Andreas Nygaard and Emilie Fleten clinching victories in the men's and women's categories of today's Marcialonga 2025.
- [Gallery: Marcialonga 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-marcialonga-2025/) - (c) Newspower.it - Trento - www.newspower.it
- [Marcialonga ready to host thousands of "Bisonti" coming weekend](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-ready-to-host-thousands-of-bisonti-coming-weekend/) - The 52nd Marcialonga, the crown jewel of Italy’s cross-country skiing, is ready to enchant skiers this weekend in the Trentino region.
- [New Plans for Birkebeinerrennet in Case of Challenging Weather](https://www.worldloppet.com/new-plans-for-birkebeinerrennet-in-case-of-challenging-weather/) - Following two challenging editions of the Norwegian flagship ski race, the organizing committee of Birkebeinerrennet has been hard at work developing alternative racecourses. These courses are designed to ensure the event can proceed smoothly in the event of heavy winds or significant snowfall. "While we acknowledge that weather challenges are becoming the new norm, we're
- [Busin and Kettunen triumph at Dolomitenlauf Classic Race 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/busin-and-kettunen-triumph-at-dolomitenlauf-classic-race-2025/) - The 55th Dolomitenlauf concluded today with the classic style races over 21km and 42km, marking a spectacular end to Austria’s largest cross-country skiing event. Over 1,000 participants from 34 nations enjoyed perfect weather, challenging courses, and top conditions in Obertilliach’s Biathlon Center. Pictures Gallery Lorenzo Busin Claims the Classic Crown Lorenzo Busin of Internorm Trentino
- [Gallery: Dolomitenlauf 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-dolomitenlauf-2025/) - On 18th and 19th January 2025 the Dolomitenlauf took place for the 55th time. With winners from Germany, Italy and Finland it was an international edition.
- [Winker and Kuen win Dolomitenlauf 2025 Skating Day](https://www.worldloppet.com/winker-and-kuen-win-dolomitenlauf-2025-skating-day/) - The opening day of the 55th Dolomitenlauf was blessed with perfect, fast track conditions and glorious sunshine. In the skating races, local hero Eva Schmidhofer brought home a victory, while Andreas Fuetsch narrowly missed the podium. The weekend of the 55th Dolomitenlauf began under bright sunshine and ideal track conditions at the Biathlon Center Osttirol
- [The Next Generation – Flexxit Ceramic Glide Coating Revolutionizes the Ski Wax Market](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-next-generation-of-ski-wax-ceramic-glide-coating-revolutionizes-the-ski-wax-market/) - Natural Performance Flexxit introduces a pioneering ski wax alternative – fluoride-free, environmentally friendly, and fast.
- [Fossavatnsgangan turning 90 without a single cancellation due to lack of snow](https://www.worldloppet.com/fossavatnsgangan-turning-90-without-a-single-cancellation-due-to-lack-of-snow/) - Fossavatnsgangan celebrates its 90th anniversary in April 2025. No matter what mother nature has in store, Fossavatnsgangan always goes ahead. When snow in Seljalandsdalur isn't abundant, the organizers simply shift the race to a nearby mountain plateau. Now, we won't go deep into climate change, but from skiers' perspective, it may be interesting to note
- [Five tips for your trip to Tartu Maraton](https://www.worldloppet.com/five-tips-for-your-trip-to-tartu-maraton/) - Easy ways to get here The race is easy to reach from all the major European airports. Daily flights to Tallinn are followed by a short 2 to 2.5-hour bus or train ride to Tartu. For closer access, consider the direct Helsinki-Tartu flights that take you right to South-Estonia. If you're coming from Northern Europe,
- [Fresh snow and artificial snow for great conditions on Dolomitanlauf race course](https://www.worldloppet.com/fresh-snow-and-artificial-snow-for-great-conditions-on-dolomitanlauf-race-course/) - Recent snow fall, loads of artificial snow and numerous groomers will provide a great race course for next weekends Dolomitenlauf 2025.
- [Fabian Stocek and Malin Borjesjo win Vasaloppet China 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/fabian-stocek-and-malin-borjesjo-win-vasaloppet-china-2025/) - The 23rd edition of Vasaloppet China in Changchun's Jingyuetan Park has the same winner as last year: Czechia's Fabian Stocek.
- [Gallery: Vasaloppet China 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-vasaloppet-china-2025/) - The Vasaloppet China has opened the Worldloppet winter 2025. The winners of China's most prestigious ski race are Fabian Stocek and Malin Björjesjö. Here are the first impressions.
- [Vasaloppet China 2025 ready to kick off the Worldloppet winter](https://www.worldloppet.com/vasaloppet-china-2025-ready-to-kick-off-the-worldloppet-winter/) - This Saturday, the 23rd edition of Vasaloppet China will take place in northern China Jilin Province, marking the kickoff of the Worldloppet winter season.
- [Jizerska 50's plan B for adverse weather conditions ](https://www.worldloppet.com/jizerska-50s-plan-b-for-adverse-weather-conditions/) - Cancelling the 57th edition of the ČEZ Jizerska 50 was not an easy decision for the organizers. Unfortunately, because of the lack of snow there was no other option. That is why a new option is being prepared for this winter, the so-called PLAN B, which would mean the race could be held even if
- [The Madshus Race Pro Boa Cross-Country Ski Boot: Unmatched Performance on Snow](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-madshus-race-pro-boa-cross-country-ski-boot-your-key-to-unmatched-performance-on-snow/) - The Madshus Race Pro Boa elevates your skiing experience. Its innovative Boa lacing technology, provides a precise fit and allows for individual adjustments.
- [Olympic Gold Medalist Masashi Abe about Sapporo Skimarathon](https://www.worldloppet.com/olympic-gold-medalist-masashi-abe-about-sapporo-skimarathon/) - Masashi Abe is a former Nordic combined skier and a coach of Japan national team. Here come his thoughts about his home race, the Sapporo Skimarathon.
- [Sad news from Argentina: Ushuaia Loppet 2025 cancelled](https://www.worldloppet.com/sad-news-from-argentina-ushuaia-loppet-2025-cancelled/) - The Ushuaialoppet, Argentina's biggest cross-country ski race is cancelled for 2025 due to a combination of logistical, financial, and infrastructural challenges.
- [Win a Ski Trip for two to La Transju' worth 10.000 € with Lumi](https://www.worldloppet.com/win-a-ski-trip-for-two-to-la-transju-worth-10-000-e-with-lumi/) - Together with our partner Lumi Experiences we are giving away a trip for two to the 2025 France Transju’ trip — valued at over € 10,000!
- [Free Entries for Vasa with Worldloppet Christmas Shopping](https://www.worldloppet.com/free-entries-for-vasa-with-worldloppet-christmas-shopping/) - Worldloppet Christmas Shopping is Here! Looking for the perfect gift for the cross-country skier in your life (or yourself)? 🎁 Shop our Worldloppet Webshop now and enjoy these festive perks: Sale! Up to 20% off the 2024 collection! Brand-new 2025 collection: Functional sportswear for marathon skiers & casual wear for the coolest skiers. Christmas Raffle:
- [Cross-country skiing in Roald Amundsen's trails on Antarctica](https://www.worldloppet.com/cross-country-skiing-in-roald-amundsens-trails-on-antarctica/) - Antarctic Loppet is the first ski marathon on the southern most continent. Be part of Antarctica's skiing history by joining the 50 km, 20 km or 10 km race.
- [Cancellation? No topic at Vasaloppet China](https://www.worldloppet.com/cancellation-no-topic-at-vasaloppet-china/) - The Worldloppet winter gets kicked-off on the first weekend of the new year: Vasaloppet China is going to take place on January 4th. Cancellation is not a topic in Changchun.
- [New route in Finlandia Ski Marathon: changes bring more snow security and improve service](https://www.worldloppet.com/new-route-in-finlandia-ski-marathon-changes-bring-more-snow-security-and-improve-service/) - The Finlandia Ski Marathon route will change for the winter of 2025. To strengthen the snow security, field parts have been reduced from the route.
- [5 good reasons to come to France and take part in La Transju'](https://www.worldloppet.com/5-good-reasons-to-come-to-france-and-take-part-in-la-transju/) - For every cross-country skier, La Transju' is a must in the Worldloppet calendar. The various events on the program offer more than just a sporting challenge.
- [Dolomitenlauf 2025 - "Everyone a winner over themselves"](https://www.worldloppet.com/dolomitenlauf-2025-everyone-a-winner-over-themselves/) - From 17 to 19 January 2025, it is time again: Austria's largest cross-country skiing event, the Dolomitenlauf 2025, will once again take place in Osttirol.
- [Vlog: Skiing at the End of the World! Gunnar's Nordic Adventures at Ushuaialoppet](https://www.worldloppet.com/vlog-skiing-at-the-end-of-the-world-gunnars-nordic-adventures-at-ushuaialoppet/) - Here comes another episode of Gunnar's Nordic Adventures, this time form the End of the World. Here is my Ushuaia Vlog.
- [First female Worldloppet Master from New Zealand: "Won't be my last marathon!"](https://www.worldloppet.com/first-female-worldloppet-master-from-new-zealand-wont-be-my-last-marathon/) - Alice Moran is New Zealand's first female Worldloppet Master. After Merino Muster 2024 she reflects on her adventures.
- [Find Your Perfect Ski Marathon with the New Ski Marathon Calculator](https://www.worldloppet.com/find-your-perfect-ski-marathon-with-the-new-ski-marathon-calculator/) - You want to try out a ski race, but not sure which one suits you best? Just in time for winter, we have launched a new tool designed to make choosing the right ski marathon easier than ever. Our Ski Marathon Calculator is now live on the website, helping skiers of all levels discover which
- [Osttirol: Over 400 kilometers of varied and snow-sure cross-country trails](https://www.worldloppet.com/osttirol-over-400-kilometers-of-varied-and-snow-sure-cross-country-trails/) - When it comes to winter vacation, cross-country skiing in Osttirol Austria is one of the most superior options: Snow security & beautiful landscapes.
- [A bucket list item called Gatineau Loppet](https://www.worldloppet.com/a-bucket-list-item-called-gatineau-loppet/) - Past summer, our Canadian member races has announced that they have a new General Manager: Jérôme Poulin. Here are his first words of invitation to the family of cross-country skiers for 2025's edition on February 15th: "Dear friends of the Gatineau Loppet, it is with great enthusiasm that I join this great adventure as the
- [Wheels & skis, day & night: Loaded program in Hayward Wisconsin](https://www.worldloppet.com/wheels-skis-day-night-loaded-program-in-hayward-wisconsin/) - The weather has officially started dip down in Northern, Wisconsion as the autumn color are falling off the trees and we're starting to see frost on the ground. An exciting winter season lined up well before Birkie 2025. Turkey Birkie (Nov 29 - Dec 1, 2024) Kick off the winter season with this fun ski
- [Historic collaboration between Northug's Janteloppet and König Ludwig Lauf](https://www.worldloppet.com/historic-collaboration-between-northugs-janteloppet-and-konig-ludwig-lauf/) - A groundbreaking cross-border partnership in cross-country skiing has been established: Janteloppet AS, the ski race founded by cross-country skiing legend Petter Northug, and the König Ludwig Lauf, Germany's largest cross-country skiing event, have announced a landmark collaboration. Starting in 2026, a new race from the König Ludwig Lauf will be integrated into the Janteloppet Grand
- [Vlog: My toughest race! 90 km cross-country skiing by night - NattVasan 2024](https://www.worldloppet.com/vlog-my-toughest-race-90-km-cross-country-skiing-by-night-nattvasan-2024/) - We all know, that Vasaloppet is tough. 90 km cross-country skiing! But doing this whole thing during the night is crazy. Welcome to NattVasan 2024!
- [Birkie Trailhead: A new home not just for Birkie, but for all outdoor sportsmen](https://www.worldloppet.com/birkie-trailhead-a-new-home-not-just-for-birkie-but-for-all-outdoor-sportsmen/) - This summer, The American Birkebeiner held the Grand Opening Celebration of Base Camp at Mt. Telemark Village in Cable, home of the Birkie Trailhead.
- [Vlog: Gunnar's Nordic Adventures from Gatineau Loppet](https://www.worldloppet.com/vlog-gunnars-nordic-adventures-from-gatineau-loppet/) - Follow Gunnar The Worldloppet Skier to another Vlog Episode. At the Canadian Gatineau Loppet he is going to explore this great country.
- [How Bieg Piastów is Preparing for 2025: An Interview with Managing Director Kaja](https://www.worldloppet.com/how-bieg-piastow-is-preparing-for-2025-an-interview-with-managing-director-kaja/) - How to prevent another cancellation? We spoke to Bieg Piastow Managing Director Kaja about the back up plans in case of another bad winter 2025.
- [Adapted race course for Vasaloppet China 2025](https://www.worldloppet.com/adapted-race-course-for-vasaloppet-china-2025/) - The countdown to Vasaloppet China 2025 has begun with the opening of the registration. With an adapted race course it is no accessible for all skiers.
- [Combo trip Estonia and Finland gives a free Worldloppet Passport](https://www.worldloppet.com/combo-trip-estonia-and-finland-gives-a-free-wl-passport/) - Register for Tartu Maraton and Finlandia-hiihto for two memorable weekends and receive an exclusive gift - The Worldloppet Passport!
- [A Legend turns 90: British Mr. Technical Delegate, Paddy Field](https://www.worldloppet.com/a-legend-turns-90-british-mr-technical-delegate-paddy-field/) - Paddy Field was an active Technical Delegate at numerous Worldloppet races. Now he turned 90 and still plays a big role in Great Britain's cross-country skiing.
- [Worldloppet Masters Gallery 2024](https://www.worldloppet.com/masters-2024/) - Here is a gallery to honor the Worldloppet Masters awarded in 2024. You are true heros!
- [Merino Muster 2024 pictures gallery](https://www.worldloppet.com/merino-muster-2024-pictures-gallery/) - On August 31st the Merino Muster 2024 took place. About 200 skiers from New Zealand and the rest of the world participated. Again, Jessica Diggins, US ski start and World Champion, was the big idol for the skiers, and again she won. The fastest skier that day was Akito Watabe from Japan. Full story ->
- [Jessie Diggins and Akito Watabe win Merino Muster 2024](https://www.worldloppet.com/jessie-diggins-and-akito-watabe-win-merino-muster-2024/) - Jessie Diggins and Akito Watabe win Merino Muster 2024 today.
- [Merino Muster is fired up ready for Saturday](https://www.worldloppet.com/merino-muster-is-fired-up-ready-to-for-saturday/) - The Merino Muster ist New Zealand's most prestigious cross-country ski race. Tomorrow Saturday 31st August it will take place at Snow Farm in Cadrona.
- [Introducing the Worldloppet Backpack: Your Sustainable Travel Companion for Ski Marathons!](https://www.worldloppet.com/introducing-the-worldloppet-gear-bag-your-sustainable-travel-companion-for-ski-marathons/) - Let us introduce to you our new project in our process into a sustainable future: The reusable Worldloppet Gear Bag specially for skiers.
- [Fossavatnsgangan prepares to celebrate 90th birthday](https://www.worldloppet.com/fossavatnsgangan-prepares-to-celebrate-90th-birthday/) - Fossavatnsgangan has been Iceland's most prominent cross-country skiing competition since 1935. Next year, we will be celebrating its 90th birthday.
- [Ushuaia Loppet 2024 opened the new Worldloppet Season today](https://www.worldloppet.com/ushuaia-loppet-2024-opened-the-new-worldloppet-season-today/) - It was one of the toughest editions of the Ushuaia Loppet so far. Wet, windy and cold weather made life hard for the 150 participants of Ushuaia Loppet 2024.
- [Gallery: Ushuaia Loppet 2024](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-ushuaia-loppet-2024/) - It was one of the tougher races in history. The Ushuaia Loppet 2024 took place past weekend under real antarctic circumstances like heavy wind, snow-rain and icy and slushy snow conditions. But the 150 skiers were brave and finished happily. Here are the first shots of the Worldloppet season opener in Argentina.
- [Kangaroo Hoppet cancelled due to uncommonly warm weather](https://www.worldloppet.com/kangaroo-hoppet-cancelled-due-to-uncommonly-warm-weather/) - The Kangaroo Hoppet should have been taken place on Aug 24th. But due to uncommonly mild weather and rain, the race had to be cancelled.
- [Ushuaia Loppet 2024 in Argentina about to kick off another Worldloppet season](https://www.worldloppet.com/ushuaia-loppet-2024-in-argentina-about-to-kick-off-another-worldloppet-season/) - We are only a few days away from another Worldloppet season. The Ushuaialoppet 2024 is going to kick off a new winter in Ushuaia Argentina.
- [More snowfalls predicted: Kangaroo Hoppet 2024 on the way](https://www.worldloppet.com/more-snowfalls-predicted-kangaroo-hoppet-2024-on-the-way/) - In 3 weeks the biggest cross-country ski race in Australia, the Kangaroo Hoppet, is going to take place. Snowfalls are predicted and the tracks are in shape.
- [Fresh snow is promising a great Worldloppet season opener in Argentina](https://www.worldloppet.com/fresh-snow-is-promising-a-great-worldloppet-season-opener-in-argentina/) - Argentina's most popular cross-country skiing event is going to kick off another Worldloppet season: The Ushuaia Loppet is taking place on August 18th.
- [News from New Zealand: Get Ready for the Merino Muster at Snow Farm!](https://www.worldloppet.com/news-from-new-zealand-get-ready-for-the-merino-muster-at-snow-farm/) - Get ready for Merino Muster 2024. Jessie Diggins and team are doing so at the moment on well prepared tracks at the Snow Farm, venue of Merino Muster.
- [Adapting to Climate Challenges: What Happens if a Worldloppet Ski Marathon is Cancelled?](https://www.worldloppet.com/adapting-to-climate-challenges-what-happens-if-a-worldloppet-ski-marathon-is-cancelled/) - Many skiers travel far for cross-country skiing and earning a stamp in their Worldloppet Passport, but what if the race has to be cancelled?
- [Worldloppet Master Number 1 passes away age 89](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-master-number-1-passes-away-age-89/) - Carol Ann Duffy, Worldloppet Master Number 1 has passed away. Carol was a huge inspiration for many skiers and always a welcome guest at every Worldloppet race.
- [Viljamaa: "Worldloppet will be a very important co-operator between all marathon ski organizations and series"](https://www.worldloppet.com/viljamaa-worldloppet-will-be-a-very-important-co-operator-between-all-marathon-ski-organizations-and-series/) - After 8 years, Juha Viljamaa is retiring from being Worldloppet President. In our interview eh explains the future of the worldfederation for popular skiing.
- [The average marathon skier and his opinion](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-average-marathon-skier-and-his-opinion/) - At the end of past skiing season we started - as every year - the participants survey. Everyone who has skied a Worldloppet ski marathon so far was invited to fill out the questionary. This survey helps us and our member races to understand, who are your skiers? What is our target group? What are
- [Juha Viljamaa and Angelo Corradini appointed as honorary president](https://www.worldloppet.com/juha-viljamaa-and-angelo-corradini-appointed-as-honorary-president/) - Juha Viljamaa and Angelo Corradini were appointed as honorary president of the Worldloppet Ski Federation at the AGM.
- [What should you know about the next Tartu Maraton?](https://www.worldloppet.com/what-should-you-know-about-the-next-tartu-maraton/) - The 51st edition of Tartu Maraton is held in 2025. Saturday 15.02 is for freestyle, vintage races and team relay. The traditional classic races take place a day later.
- [Worldloppet Annual General Meeting took place in Olympic City Sapporo](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-annual-general-meeting-taking-place-in-olympic-city-sapporo/) - This weekend the delegates of the Worldloppet member nations have gathered in the olympic city Sapporo in Japan. The host of this year's Annual General Meeting was the Sapporo Ski Marathon. Beside decision making for the upcoming ski marathon seasons and confirming the race calendar for the next two years the most important topic was
- [American Ben Popp inherits Worldloppet President Juha Viljamaa](https://www.worldloppet.com/american-ben-popp-inherits-worldloppet-president-juha-viljamaa/) - For the past 8 years, Juha Viljamaa from Lahti, Finnland, was the representing face of popular cross-country skiing. During the Annual General Meeting 2016 in Lahti, he got elected as President of the Worldloppet International Skifederation. Now after two periods he is handing over this position. The Worldloppet Member races' delegations have met this weekend in
- [Jizerská 50 is legendary not only in winter](https://www.worldloppet.com/jizerska-50-is-legendary-not-only-in-winter/) - After this year’s not-so-great winter, we are all looking forward to Jizerská 50 which is to take place on 6-9 February 2025. But everyone can get a taste of the Jizerské Mountains much earlier.Oon 24 August 2024, the day of the summer version of the largest ski race in Czech Republic. Can you manage 50
- [Marcialonga Pre-Registration right for Passportholders starts now](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-pre-registration-right-for-passportholders-starts-now/) - The 52nd edition of the great Marcialonga is going to be held on the 26th January, 2025. Are you ready to be part of it? As a Worldloppet Passportholder you enjoy a special pre-registration right, which guarantees you your bib for winter 2025. While all others have to wait to the official registration start on June 3rd, Passportholders can
- [Video: Gunnar's Nordic Adventures at the 50th American Birkebeiner](https://www.worldloppet.com/video-gunnars-nordic-adventures-at-the-50th-american-birkebeiner/) - Follow me on another episode of Gunnar's Nordic Adventures! This time we travel to Hayward/Wisconsin USA to witness the 50th Anniversary of the American Birkebeiner. Follow me, when we meet Jessie Diggins, who is skiing her first Birkie. We also will explore the local fishing scene, as Hayward is the capital of big fish. Later
- [Dream fulfiller: Always fast skis with the right hand structure and coating](https://www.worldloppet.com/dream-fulfiller-always-fast-skis-with-the-right-hand-structure-and-coating/) - Fluoro free ski coating and the right hand structure by Flexxit guarantee fast skis at every snow condition possible.
- [Norwegians dominate challenging Fossavatnsgangan 2024](https://www.worldloppet.com/norwegians-dominate-challenging-fossavatnsgangan-2024/) - The participants of Fossvatnsgangan 2024 had to fight against strong wind and rain. A fight, won by two Norwegians Waaler and Alnæs.
- [Fossavatnsgangan 2024 Pictures Gallery](https://www.worldloppet.com/fossavatnsgangan-2024-pictures-gallery/)
- [Great tracks and skiers from all around the world at Fossavatnsgangan](https://www.worldloppet.com/great-tracks-and-skiers-from-all-around-the-world-at-fossavatnsgangan/) - Over 400 participants from 23 countries are registered for the Fossavatnsgangan race, the largest cross-country skiing competition held in Iceland.
- ["Worldloppet - One Skiing Family" Participants Survey 2024](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-one-skiing-family-participants-survey-2024/) - Join the Worldloppet Participants Survey 2024 and win great prizes like free entries for Vasaloppet and other races and a waxing package from flexxit.
- [How does the Fluoro Wax Ban affect us at ski marathons?](https://www.worldloppet.com/how-does-the-fluoro-wax-ban-affect-us-at-ski-marathons/) - Ok, the fluoro wax ban by FIS is official, and now? How does it affect Worldloppet Ski Marathons and popular skiers? How to get your gear cleaned?
- [Northern Lights Hunt at Fossavatnsgangan](https://www.worldloppet.com/northern-lights-hunt-at-fossavatnsgangan/) - The Aurora Borealis are one of the most astonishing nature phenomenon. The Fossavantsgangan is your chance to see Northern Lights.
- [Ski Worldloppet Down Under and get those extra stamps](https://www.worldloppet.com/ski-worldloppet-down-under-and-get-those-extra-stamps/) - This year Merino Muster is on the 31st August which is again one week after the Kangaroo Hoppet to ensure skiers can make the most out of their journey to the Southern Hemisphere. Absolutely THE chance to come Down Under to New Zealand and Australia, enjoy skiing during "our summer" and get two stamps in
- [Nygaard & Smedås win Birkebeinerrennet 2024](https://www.worldloppet.com/nygaard-smedas-win-birkebeinerrennet-2024/) - Andreas Nygaard and Magni Smedås win 2024's edition of the Norwegian Worldloppet race, Birkebeinerrennet.
- [Birkebeinerrennet 2024 pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/birkebeinerrennet-2024-pictures/)
- [+ Update + Norwegians dominate 54th Engadin Skimarathon](https://www.worldloppet.com/norwegians-dominate-54th-engadin-skimarathon/) - The weather forecast promised a tough day for the 13.000 skiers of Engadin Skimarathon today. Already over the past weeks snow was falling strongly in Engadin, which forced the organizers to move the start from Maloja to Silvaplana. Today again snow fall made the track slow and the vision bad. Circumstances the Norwegians could handle
- [Birkebeinerrennet and HalvBirken postponed to Sunday](https://www.worldloppet.com/birkebeinerrennet-and-halvbirken-postponed-to-sunday/) - Birkebeinerrennet and HalvBirken are postponed to Sunday 17 March, TurBirken and SkøyteBirken as planned on Friday. Very strong winds and a lot of snow are reported in the mountains on Saturday. The wind can come up to a stiff gale and together with snowdrifts, it is unsafe for skiers and officials to be in the mountains.
- [Snowfall for Birkebeinerrennet 2024](https://www.worldloppet.com/snowfall-for-birkebeinerrennet-2024/) - The Birkebeinerrennet 2024 is ready to host thousands of skiers from all around the world coming weekend. Challenging weather conditions promis a tough weekend.
- [Engadin Skimarathon 2024 pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/engadin-skimarathon-2024-pictures/)
- [Engadin Skimarathon 2024 Live Stream](https://www.worldloppet.com/engadin-skimarathon-2024-live-stream/) - Watch the Engadin Skimarathon live! The start will be on Sunday 08:13 CET. With 13.000 skiers starting it will be a blast.
- [Different start but same passion for this weekend's Engadin Skimarathon 2024](https://www.worldloppet.com/different-start-but-same-passion-for-this-weekends-engadin-skimarathon-2024/) - It is time for Engadin Skimarathon 2024 this weekend. On Sunday 08:13 the startgun will shoot. But this time not in Maloja: Start has to be moved.
- [Gallery: Vasaloppet 2024](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-vasaloppet-2024/)
- [Torleif Syrstad and Emilie Fleten win Vasaloppet 2024](https://www.worldloppet.com/torleif-syrstad-and-emilie-fleten-win-vasaloppet-2024/) - It were not the easiest conditions for the 100th anniversary edition of Vasaloppet. Warm, cloudy and even slightly raining at the start. So everyone of the 16.000 skiers knew, it will be a tough day between Sälen and Mora. The elite race was thrilling from the beginning on. Already on the first uphill Thomas Oedegaarden
- [Facts about Vasaloppet 2024 to come](https://www.worldloppet.com/facts-about-vasaloppet-2024-to-come/) - The 100th Vasaloppet! The start is in Sälen on Sunday, March 3 at 08:00. Millions of TV viewers worldwide can follow the race, which was fully booked already in March 2023. There are a record number of foreign participants, the age limit for participation has been lowered, there will be an opening ceremony before the
- [First time in history: The Engadin Skimarathon 2024 won't start in Maloja](https://www.worldloppet.com/first-time-in-history-the-engadin-skimarathon-2024-wont-start-in-maloja/) - First time in its history, the Engadin Skimarathon will not start in Maloja but instead in Sils. The heavy snowfall made grooming across Lake Sils impossible
- [Finlandia Ski Marathon pictures 2024](https://www.worldloppet.com/finlandia-ski-marathon-pictures-2024/) - Find here the best shots form Finlandia Ski Marathon 2024.
- [American Birkebeiner 2024 pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/american-birkebeiner-2024-pictures/) - It was the 50th anniversary of the American Birkebeiner in 2024. Here come the best shots. Friday Korteloppet Saturday American Birkebeiner 📷 Felgenhauer/xc-ski.de
- [Jessie Diggins and Gus Schumacher win American Birkebeiner 2024](https://www.worldloppet.com/jessie-diggins-and-gus-schumacher-win-american-birkebeiner-2024/) - Jessie Diggins and Gus Schumacher win the 2024 American Birkebeiner.
- [Watch the Finlandia Hiihto 2024 LIVE under perfect winter conditions](https://www.worldloppet.com/watch-the-finlandia-hiihto-2024-live-under-perfect-winter-conditions/) - The conditions for the upcoming Finlandia-hiihto this weekend are looking fantastic. This year, for the first time, it will be live broadcasted.
- [50th American Birkebeiner LIVE](https://www.worldloppet.com/50th-american-birkebeiner-live/) - It is Birkie week! Even tough the weather is not the best for this year, the American Birkebeiner is taking place. Different as we are used to, but it is taking place. And the atmosphere is the same like in the other years. Thousands of skiers have traveled "up north" to Hayward Wisconsin, to be
- [Therese Johaug' comeback at Engadin Women's Race](https://www.worldloppet.com/therese-johaug-comeback-at-engadin-womens-race/) - World and Olympic champion Therese Johuag from Norway is returning to competitive sports. She will compete in the Engadin Women's Race.
- [Bieg Piastow 2024 cancelled](https://www.worldloppet.com/bieg-piastow-2024-cancelled/) - Unfortunately we are having bad news from Poland: Due to warm weather and lack of snow, the Bieg Piastow 2024 has to be cancelled. Here comes the message from the organizers: We regret to inform you that due to unfavorable weather conditions, specifically lack of snow, high temperatures, rain and bad weather forecasts, we are
- [Gatineau Loppet 2024 Pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/gatineau-loppet-2024-pictures/) - More than 2000 skiers were part of 2024's edition of our Canadian member race. The Gatineau Loppet took place under snow falls and sub zero degrees. Here are the best shots. Gatineau Loppet 2024 Classic Races Gatinau Loppet 2024 Skating Races
- [50. Tartu Maraton was won by Henri Roos with the new course record](https://www.worldloppet.com/50-tartu-maraton-was-won-by-henri-roos-with-the-new-course-record/) - In today's 50. Tartu Maraton, Estonian Henri Roos took the victory in a close competition at the finish line, setting also a new course record with a time of 2:27:41.7.
- [Tartu Maraton 2024 pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/tartu-maraton-2024-pictures/) - Tartu Maraton 2024 pictures
- [French and Canadian victories at Gatineau Loppet 2024](https://www.worldloppet.com/french-and-canadian-victories-at-gatineau-loppet-2024/) - The Gatineau Loppet has been taking place on the weekend of 17th and 19th February. With fresh snow, the 2000 participants had great tracks for their race.
- [Over 5000 skiers to celebrate the 50th edition of Tartu Maraton this weekend](https://www.worldloppet.com/over-5000-skiers-to-celebrate-the-50th-edition-of-tartu-maraton-this-weekend/) - Jubilee edition of Tartu Maraton will be held this weekend in the rolling landscapes of South Estonia. Program kicks off on Saturday with skating, relay and vintage race, specially dedicated to the 50th anniversary. Sunday is traditionally for the classic distances. This year's registration has been the most active in recent years, with 5133 participants on
- [American Birkebeiner 2024 shortened to 30 km](https://www.worldloppet.com/american-birkebeiner-2024-shortened-to-30-km/) - The 50th Anniversary edition of the American Birkebeiner is going to take place on February 23rd and 24th. But the course has to be shortened to 30 km.
- [The story about the Birkie Sweater](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-story-about-the-birkie-sweater/) - In three weeks our American member race & founding member of Worldloppet, the American Birkebeiner is going to celebrate its 50th anniversary. An event surely not to be missed. And an event that will bring numerous side events and festivities. The Birkie is not just a race. For many people this race is playing an
- [One meter of snow in the entire Birken arena](https://www.worldloppet.com/one-meter-of-snow-in-the-entire-birken-arena/) - The ski– and snow conditions are fantastic in the Birken area Lillehammer/Norway. More than one meter of snow on the entire Birkebeiner course
- [10 days to go: track conditions of Tartu Maraton are very good ](https://www.worldloppet.com/10-days-to-go-track-conditions-of-tartu-maraton-are-very-good/) - Just ten days before the start, while many parts of Estonia are experiencing a shortage of snow, the Tartu Marathon track has a solid snow cover.
- [The 44th Sapporo International Ski Marathon: A Triumph of Cross-Country Skiing Excellence](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-44th-sapporo-international-ski-marathon-a-triumph-of-cross-country-skiing-excellence/) - Perfect Conditions for a Memorable Race The 44th edition of the Sapporo International Ski Marathon, held on February 4th, provided cross-country skiing enthusiasts with a perfect blend of challenging terrain and breathtaking scenery. The day's conditions, characterized by intermittent clouds and occasional blue skies, set the stage for an unforgettable experience along the picturesque Shirahatayama
- [Gallery: Sapporo Skimarathon 2024](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-sapporo-skimarathon-2024/) - Sapporo Skimarathon 2024 pictures gallery.
- [Time to prepare for the Fossavatnsgangan 2024](https://www.worldloppet.com/time-to-prepare-for-the-fossavatnsgangan/) - Because of the high latitudes and high mountains, the sun doesn't show in downtown Ísafjörður, Iceland for a long time. Even in the tracks mid-mountain, the sun is difficult to spot when the day is short. All the more reason to get into the tracks for practice. The skiing season usually starts in earnest around
- [Jizerska 50 cancelled due to mild weather and missing snow](https://www.worldloppet.com/jizerska-50-cancelled-due-to-mild-weather-and-missing-snow/) - Today the organizers of the Czech Worldloppet Member race, Jizerska 50, have gathered to do snow measurements and analyzing the weather forecast in order to take a final decision regarding the fate of the 57th edition of Jizerska 50 planned for next weekend. Unfortunately, they had to take the sad decision to cancel the race.
- [Best winter conditions for the 44th Sapporo Skimarathon](https://www.worldloppet.com/best-winter-conditions-for-the-44th-sapporo-skimarathon/) - For the 44th time the Sapporo Ski Marathon is going to take place coming Sunday, 4th February.
- [How to get a Worldloppet Passport Stamp at König Ludwig Lauf and La Transju 2024](https://www.worldloppet.com/how-to-get-a-worldloppet-passport-stamp-at-konig-ludwig-lauf-and-la-transju-2024/) - All Passport Holders who travel to the race venues of the cancelled König Ludwig Lauf and La Transjurasienne can still get a stamp to their Worldloppet Passport.
- [Four reasons why you should put Finlandia Hiihto 2024 on your race calendar](https://www.worldloppet.com/four-reasons-why-you-should-put-finlandia-hiihto-2024-on-your-race-calendar/) - Tracks filled with nature, history and culture One of the most alluring aspects of skiing in Finlandia-hiihto is the opportunity to explore the Salpausselkä Geopark, a UNESCO Global Geopark, and ski on the tracks which are currently in very good condition. The recent snowfalls have contributed to creating ideal skiing conditions, making the tracks exceptionally
- [La Transju 2024 cancelled due to lack of snow](https://www.worldloppet.com/la-transju-2024-cancelled-due-to-lack-of-snow/) - La Transju, French Worldloppet member, planned for February 10th and 11th has to take the difficult decision to cancel the 2024 edition.
- [Gallery: Marcialonga 2024](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-marcialonga-2024/) - This was the 2024 edition of the Italian Worldloppet race. The 51st Marcialonga has taken place on January 28th under great conditions. Winners are coming from Norway: Runar Skaug Mathisen and Emilie Fleten.
- [Norwegians Skaug and Fleten on top of Marcialonga 2024 results](https://www.worldloppet.com/norwegians-skaug-and-fleten-on-top-of-marcialonga-2024-results/) - Today morning the start gun released 7000 skiers to the 70 km long track. In the end, the Norwegians won: Mathisen and Fleten on top of Marcialonga 2024 results.
- [Tomorrow 8 am starts the 51st Marcialonga](https://www.worldloppet.com/tomorrow-8-am-starts-the-51st-marcialonga/) - Tomorrow 08:00 the famous Marcialonga is going to take place for the 51st time. The tracks are well prepared, the skiers are ready, so are the organizers.
- [König Ludwig Lauf cancelled due to weather conditions](https://www.worldloppet.com/konig-ludwig-lauf-cancelled-due-to-weather-conditions/) - Today the organizers of our German member race had to take the hardest decision for an organizing team: The 2024‘s edition, planned for next weekend had to be cancelled due to the bad weather of the past days. Here comes their message: Dear Participants, We regret to inform you that the König Ludwig Lauf 2024
- [How participants' skis are tested for fluorine wax at Vasaloppet 2024](https://www.worldloppet.com/how-participants-skis-are-tested-for-fluorine-wax-at-vasaloppet-2024/) - The Fluoro Wax Ban by FIS applies to all Worldloppet races, also to the Vasaloppet. Here is the organizers' plan on how to control the ban.
- [Italian Dominance also on Dolomitenlauf 2024's second day](https://www.worldloppet.com/italian-dominance-also-on-dolomitenlauf-2024s-second-day/) - The 54th Dolomitenlauf witnessed a triumphant display by Italian skiers, claiming victories in both the 42 and 21-kilometer Classic races.
- [Gallery: Dolomitenlauf 2024](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-dolomitenlauf-2024/) - Under perfect and cold winter conditions the Dolomitenlauf has been taking place past weekend again in Austrias mountain village Obertilliach. The elite race was dominated by Italians. 1200 skiers mainly from abroad enjoyed sunshine, freezing temperatures and perfectly groomed tracks. Skating races Classic Races
- [Italian triple victory at Dolomitenlauf 2024 skating race](https://www.worldloppet.com/italian-triple-victory-at-dolomitenlauf-2024-skating-race/) - The 54th Dolomitenlauf weekend has started today with the skating events. The Dolomitenlauf results 2024 in skating style are online.
- [New strategies to increase participation at Dolomitenlauf](https://www.worldloppet.com/new-strategies-to-increase-participation-at-dolomitenlauf/) - While there were once 3,400 participants lining up in Lienz, the current number has dropped to around 1,500 cross-country skiers. With steadily rising costs, there is a need to increase the number of participants. Recently, a Euroregion project was launched in collaboration with the regional governments of Trento, South Tyrol, and Tyrol. This cooperation aims
- [Personal Awarding for Worldloppet Masters 2024](https://www.worldloppet.com/personal-awarding-for-worldloppet-masters-2024/) - Dreaming of Marcialonga's La Soreghina officially awarding you becoming a Worldloppet Master? Or an official/representative at another Worldloppet race? We make it happen. Tell us when and where you will finish your 10th ski marathon this winter, and we prepare a personal awarding at the race venue. Therefore, we need to know in advance. Send
- [Two Transju Winners about France's greatest ski marathon](https://www.worldloppet.com/two-transju-winners-about-their-home-race/) - La Transju 2024, which takes place on the weekend of 10 and 11 February, is already shaping up to be a great event, with over 2,400 entries.
- [At the doorstep of the national capital: The Gatineau Loppet 2024](https://www.worldloppet.com/at-the-doorstep-of-the-national-capital-the-gatineau-loppet-2024/) - The Gatineau Loppet is Canada’s biggest international cross-country ski event and welcomes close to 2,500 worldwide skiers every year
- [Vasaloppet China 2024 Pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/vasaloppet-china-2024-pictures/) - The luck was on Fabian Stocek’s side in Vasaloppet China 2024, the 22nd edition, in Changchun. The 30-year old Czech skier beat Germany’s Thomas Bing in a hotly contested sprint after two loops of 25 km in a sunny, mild but windy Jingyuetan Park.
- [New route, new challenge, same tradition - Dolomitenlauf 2024](https://www.worldloppet.com/new-route-new-challenge-same-tradition-dolomitenlauf-2024/) - The snowfall over the past few days has transformed the region around Obertilliach into a true winter paradise. Everything set for Dolomitenlauf 2024.
- [One night in a TV Tower - An adventurous stay at Jizerska 50](https://www.worldloppet.com/one-night-in-a-tv-tower-an-adventurous-stay-at-jizerska-50/) - The Hotel Jested is an adventurous place to stay one or two nights before or after skiing the Jizerska 50. Amazing views, good food, great winter sports.
- [Stocek wins heartbeat final against Bing at Vasaloppet China 2024](https://www.worldloppet.com/stocek-wins-heartbeat-final-against-bing-at-vasaloppet-china-2024/) - Fabian Stocek wins the Vasaloppet China 2024, the 22nd edition, in Changchun. The 30-year old Czech skier beat Germany’s Thomas Bing in a hotly contested sprint.
- [Vasaloppet China ready to kick off Worldloppet winter 2024](https://www.worldloppet.com/vasaloppet-china-ready-to-kick-off-worldloppet-winter-2024/) - The new year is only a few days old and a skier knows, what that means: It's Vasaloppet China 2024 time. The 21st edition is going to take place on Jan 4th.
- [Enjoy the Engadin Skimarathon Deluxe Package](https://www.worldloppet.com/enjoy-the-engadin-skimarathon-deluxe-package/) - Experience the Engadiner like never before with the exclusive Engadin Skimarathon Deluxe Package. A day full of luxury, comfort and unforgettable experiences.
- [The long night over Fossavatnsgangan tracks](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-long-night-over-fossavatnsgangan-tracks/) - Snow has arrived in Ísafjörður, and as a result, all is good. Up in the arctic, the day is short now and even though the day is light, the mountains block the sun. Direct sunlight can only be seen on the the mountaintops. Come January, the sun will be seen again in the town and
- [Freestyle in Tartu Maraton: is this breaking the long-lived tradition?](https://www.worldloppet.com/freestyle-in-tartu-maraton-is-this-breaking-the-long-lived-tradition/) - In its 50th edition this upcoming February, the traditionally classic-only Tartu Maraton will have a skating distance in the program for the first time. What motivated the organizers to make this decision? The mission of Tartu Maraton is to inspire people to participate in sports and skiing. The specific skiing technique is not important; what
- [Last chance to go to Vasaloppet 2024: Christmas Shopping](https://www.worldloppet.com/last-chance-to-go-to-vasaloppet-2024-christmas-shopping/) - The Worldloppet Christmas Shopping raffle is your last chance to go to the fully booked Vasaloppet 2024. Shop now and join the raffle for two free entries.
- [Silver stamp from the Vintage race of Tartu Maraton 2024](https://www.worldloppet.com/silver-stamp-from-the-vintage-race-of-tartu-maraton-2024/) - In 2024, the Tartu Maraton will reach the 50th edition. To celebrate that there will be a Vintage race - valid as Worldloppet silver race.
- [54 years of Dolomitenlauf - "Everyone a winner above themselves"](https://www.worldloppet.com/54-years-of-dolomitenlauf-everyone-a-winner-above-themselves/) - From January 19th to 21, the Dolomitenlauf is taking place: Austria's biggest cross-country skiing event with guaranteed snow for professionals and amateurs.
- [Gunnar's Nordic Adventures from Lahti: Ski Jumping with Olli Muotka](https://www.worldloppet.com/gunnars-nordic-adventures-from-lahti-ski-jumping-with-olli-muotka/) - Follow me to the second part of Gunnar's Nordic Adventures from 🇫🇮 Lahti! This time, I won't do what I am used to - cross-country skiing - I will try ski jumping for the first time. The Finlandia Hiihto Skimarathon starts and finishes in the ski stadium Lahti. Everyone knows the huge jumping hills there.
- [La Transju 2024: Steps for sustainability & consistency](https://www.worldloppet.com/la-transju-2024-steps-for-sustainability-consistency/) - For over 40 years, La Transju' has been France's most popular ski race. For La Transju 2024 the organizers set steps for sustainability and consistency.
- [Cross-country skiing in the unspoilt nature of Osttirol](https://www.worldloppet.com/cross-country-skiing-in-the-unspoilt-nature-of-osttirol/) - The sporting activities with which you can keep fit in winter in the nature of Osttirol - the venue of Worldloppet's Dolomitenlauf, are almost unlimited.
- [Bieg Piastow: Is this the most convenient race venue?](https://www.worldloppet.com/bieg-piastow-is-this-the-most-convenient-race-venue/) - Over the past years, the Bieg Piastow has evolved to probably the most convenient race venue: New start and finish building, cheapest entry fee, easy traveling.
- [From skier to skier: What to expect from Tartu Maraton](https://www.worldloppet.com/from-skier-to-skier-what-to-expect-from-tartu-maraton/) - Tartu Maraton has been in the Worldloppet calendar for almost 30 years. What do Worldloppet skiers say about the Estonian Worldloppet race?
- [3 questions, 3 answers, 3 reasons to travel to Canada's Gatineau Loppet](https://www.worldloppet.com/3-questions-3-answers-3-reasons-to-travel-to-canadas-gatineau-loppet/) - On February 17th and 18th 2024 it is time for the next edition of Canada's Gatineau Loppet. Here are 3 questions to Gatineau Loppet President Philippe Lebel.
- [Becoming a Worldloppet Master should be easy, shouldn't it?](https://www.worldloppet.com/becoming-a-worldloppet-master-should-be-easy-shouldnt-it/) - Read the story of becoming a worldloppet master from Timothy Stellmacher, just another hero, just another Worldloppet Master.
- [Worldloppet Masters Gallery 2023](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-masters-2023/)
- [Fair prizing at Jizerska 50 registration 2024](https://www.worldloppet.com/fair-prizing-at-jizerska-50-registration/) - Despite high inflation rates the organizers of Jizerska 50, Czech Republic's Worldloppet race have decided to keep the old Jizerska 50 registration fee.
- [One trip gives two stamps: Estonia and Finland](https://www.worldloppet.com/estonia-and-finland-in-one-ski-trip-gives-a-free-passport/) - Tartu Maraton and Finlandia-hiihto invite you to spend 2 memorable weekends in the Nordic region! 2 races bringing 2 stamps in your passport. February 17th - 18th, Tartu Maraton, EST February 24th - 25th, Finlandia Hiihto, FIN Make it as you like! There are FT and CT distances in different lengths to choose between. The
- [+Update+ König Ludwig Lauf 2024: Passport Discount](https://www.worldloppet.com/konig-ludwig-lauf-2024-discount-for-passport-holders/) - Worldloppet Skiers are always welcome at the German König Ludwig Lauf. This is why Worldloppet Passport Holders benefit from a discount on the entry fee 2024.
- [54 years Dolomitenlauf: "Everyone a winner above themselves"](https://www.worldloppet.com/54-years-dolomitenlauf-everyone-a-winner-above-themselves/) - The Dolomitenlauf may not be one of the biggest cross-country races in Worldloppet, but it has a long history and a special flair.
- [7000+ skiers for a superb Birkebeinerrennet 2024](https://www.worldloppet.com/7000-skiers-for-a-superb-birkebeinerrennet-2024/) - Join Birkebeinerrennet 2024 with 7,000+ early registrations. Get 20% off now and prepare with the Birken training program for this epic skiing event!
- [Finnish National Ski Day celebrated at 51st Finlandia Ski Marathon](https://www.worldloppet.com/finnish-national-ski-day-celebrated-at-51st-finlandia-ski-marathon/) - What could be a more fitting day for Finland's largest mass skiing event than National Ski Day? The 51st Finlandia Ski Marathon took place on this festive day, Saturday, February 24, 2024, with over 2100 skiers participating in the celebration. On the first day of the Finlandia Ski Marathon, traditional style races of 62, 32,
- [The most legendary Tartu Maraton](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-most-legendary-tartu-maraton/) - During the 63-year history, the ski race has taken place 49 times in one way or another. In 2024, the Tartu Maraton will reach a new milestone - the 50th event. But which of these events has been written in bold letters to history? Each Tartu Maraton is special in its own way and, most
- [Gunnar's Nordic Adventures from Finlandia Hiihto 2023](https://www.worldloppet.com/gunnars-nordic-adventures-from-finlandia-hiihto-2023/) - The latest Episode of Gunnar's Nordic Adventures is taking us to our Finnish member race, the Finlandia Hiihto 2023. Beside skiing the race, Gunnar also checked out a Hockey game in Europe's most modern arena, the Nokia Areena . A skiing session through Lahti's woods together with his daughter in a multi sports trailer and
- [Join the Worldloppet Summer Challenge and stay active](https://www.worldloppet.com/join-the-worldloppet-summer-challenge-and-stay-active/) - Together we stay active, together we get ready for another winter of skiing around the world: Join the Worldloppet Summer Challenge and collect kilometers with us! Info, Rules and Registration
- [Tartu Maraton now also in free technique](https://www.worldloppet.com/tartu-maraton-now-also-in-free-technique/) - Tartu Maraton celebrates its 50th anniversary next winter and comes with the renewed concept. We asked the Race Director Indrek Kelk how the 2024 race looks like and what does it mean for the Worldloppet skiers. What are the biggest changes? Our wish was to make the program more compact and easy to join with
- [Worldloppet Summer Challenge: Roller Skiing, Cross-Country Skiing, and Training Triumph!](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-summer-challenge-roller-skiing-cross-country-skiing-and-training-triumph/) - In the scorching heat of summer, when most people are basking in the sun, a global community of dedicated athletes took on a challenge - the Worldloppet Summer Challenge. With roller skiing, cross-country skiing, and rigorous training, they pushed their limits and conquered the virtual trails. Let's celebrate the champions who emerged from this inspiring
- [Fabian Stocek and Jessie Diggins win Merino Muster 2023](https://www.worldloppet.com/fabian-stocek-and-jessie-diggins-win-merino-muster-2023/) - Exciting News from New Zealand's Snow Farm: US ski superstar Jessie Diggins wins the Merino Muster 2023. Czech Skimarathon pro Fabian Stocek took the victory in the men's class. What an incredible day it has been at the Snow Farm for the the Merino Muster! The international starting field enjoyed New Zealands mountains under sunshine
- [Merino Muster pictures gallery 2023](https://www.worldloppet.com/merino-muster-pictures-gallery-2023/) - In 2023 US American ski star Jessie Diggins has won the Merino Muster. In the men's competition the Czech Fabian Stocek was the fastest. Find here the best Merino Muster pictures from 2023's edition. Find more information about the Merino Muster here. Please also visit the organizer's website to find all information, including travel packages
- [Merino Muster: New Zealand's Premier Cross-Country Ski Marathon ready](https://www.worldloppet.com/merino-muster-new-zealands-premier-cross-country-ski-marathon-ready/) - Snowy Excitement Awaits at the Merino Muster Ready for an exciting winter sport adventure in the heart of New Zealand? Tomorrow, September 2nd, Wanaka will host the exhilarating Merino Muster cross-country ski marathon, part of the Worldloppet series. With good snow conditions and a sunny forecast ahead, this event promises an unforgettable experience for the
- [+ Update + 2023 Kangaroo Hoppet: Event Canceled Due to Snow Conditions](https://www.worldloppet.com/2023-kangaroo-hoppet-event-canceled-due-to-snow-conditions/) - Kangaroo Hoppet 2023: Unfavorable Snow Conditions Force Event Cancellation In a regrettable turn of events, the highly anticipated 2023 Kangaroo Hoppet, a hallmark of cross-country skiing in Australia and a significant part of the Worldloppet calendar, has been canceled. The decision, influenced by the snow conditions on the course and the imminent weather forecast, was
- [Gallery: Ushuaialopet 2023](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-ushuaialopet-2023/) - Here come the best shots from Ushuaialoppet 2023, the Argentinian Worldloppet race and season opener. Winners are coming from Sweden and Switzerland.
- [Ushuaialoppet 2023: Unveiling Triumphs in Argentina's Skiing Extravaganza](https://www.worldloppet.com/ushuaialoppet-2023-unveiling-triumphs-in-argentinas-skiing-extravaganza/) - Discover the exhilarating highlights of the 2023 Ushuaialoppet in Argentina, featuring champions Johan Didron and Isabel Lane. Join us for an unforgettable cross-country skiing experience in Ushuaia's breathtaking landscape. Ushuaialoppet 2023: A Triumph of Athleticism and Scenic Beauty The 2023 Ushuaialoppet, Worldloppet's season opener, unfolded in spectacular fashion against the awe-inspiring backdrop of Ushuaia, Argentina.
- [Ushuaialoppet, Kangaroo Hoppet & Merino Muster preparing snowy tracks](https://www.worldloppet.com/ushuaialoppet-kangaroo-hoppet-merino-muster-preparing-snowy-tracks/) - As Worldloppet is the global federation for Skimarathons, we have no summer break! Three of our member races are located on the southern hemisphere, hence take place during the period of time "we" call summer, "their" winter. All three southern races, Ushuaialoppet, Kangaroo Hoppet and Merino Muster have received snow and wintery conditions. The track
- [Special Vasaloppet 2024 Entry Right for Masters](https://www.worldloppet.com/special-vasaloppet-2024-entry-right-for-masters/) - In February 2024 the king of cross-country ski races is going to take place for the 100th time. A jubilee many skiers want to be part of. The main event of the Vasaloppet Winter Week, the 90 km Vasaloppet is fully booked for months already. But there are still chances to be part of Swedens
- [Worldloppet Annual General Meeting 2023 in Oberammergau](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-annual-general-meeting-2023-in-oberammergau/) - As every year, the delegates from the Worldloppet member nations were meeting past weekend for the Worldloppet Annual General Meeting 2023. The meeting has taken place in the Bavarian Oberammergau, the venue of König Ludwig Lauf. When the delegates had a look back into the past season, the conclusion is promising. The major part of
- [Travel Vlog Iceland - A skiing trip to the land of ice and fire](https://www.worldloppet.com/travel-vlog-iceland-a-skiing-trip-to-the-land-of-ice-and-fire/) - Welcome to another episode of Gunnar's Nordic Adventures: A skiing trip to the land of ice and fire. Here comes the travel vlog Iceland, specially for cross-country skiers. Welcome to (N)Iceland! The home of Fossavatnsgangan - one of the most prestigious cross-country skiing races in the world. Together with my brothers I have spent 7
- [The right summer training for a successful ski marathon season](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-right-summer-training-for-a-successful-ski-marathon-season/) - In the Northern Hemisphere it is getting warmer and the days are getting longer. That said, ski season will be here before we know it. Already, registration is filling up for many popular Worldloppet races. It’s time to make plans for next winter, and to start to get fit for the next winter. Personal Coach
- [One night at the mountain chalet Dolomitenhütte](https://www.worldloppet.com/one-night-at-the-mountain-chalet-dolomitenhutte/) - The Dolomitenhütte is a mountain chalet located in the Lienzer Dolomiten, East Tyrol, the venue of the Austrian Worldloppet race, the Dolomitenlauf. The glass rooms of Dolomitenhütte are built right on the edge of a hundreds of meters high mountain wall. Gunnar knew, this is the perfect location, to recover from the Dolomitenlauf 🇦🇹 and
- [Vlog Gunnar's Nordic Adventures Down Under: Urban Surf Melbourne](https://www.worldloppet.com/vlog-gunnars-nordic-adventures-down-under-urban-surf-melbourne/) - On my journey to the Kangaroo Hoppet, the Australian Worldloppet race, I tried out surfing for the first time. Right next to Melbourne Airport, only 20 minutes walking distance, there is the artificial surfing wave Urban Surf Melbourne located. It was my first time, so I went for a beginner's lesson. And what shall I
- [Two stamps in one trip: Summer time skiing at Kangaroo Hoppet and Merino Muster](https://www.worldloppet.com/two-stamps-in-one-trip-summer-time-skiing-at-kangaroo-hoppet-and-merino-muster/) - The winter season is over. For now. But not for long. End of August the next Worldloppet race is standing on the program already. With a journey to Australia and New Zealand two stamps in your passport are possible. The Kangaroo Hoppet in Falls Creek/Australia is going to take place on August 26th. As the
- [Fossavatnsgangan 2023 results, info and pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/fossavatnsgangan-2023-results-info-and-pictures/) - Nadja Kälin from Switzerland and Mathias Aas Rolid from Norway are on to of Fossavatnsgangan 2023 results. A total of 300 competitors were ready on the starting line for the 50-kilometer race at 8 am Saturday morning. Additionally, 92 competitors participated in the 25-kilometer race and 37 in the 12.5-kilometer race. "The competition went exceptionally
- [Fossavatnsgangan 2023 Pictures Gallery](https://www.worldloppet.com/fossavatnsgangan-2023-pictures-gallery/) - Here come the greatest shots form 2023's Fossavatnsgangan. Winners are Naja Kälin from Switzerland and Mathias Aas Rolid from Norway.
- [Fossavatnsgangan 2023 ready to close the Worldloppet winter](https://www.worldloppet.com/fossavatnsgangan-2023-ready-to-close-the-worldloppet-winter/) - As the first participants have started to arrive in Ísafjörður, the organizers of Fossavatnsgangan 2023 are working hard to get the tracks ready for this weekend's 89th installation of the largest ski race in Iceland. A total of around 500 participants from 20 countries are registered in the six different Fossavatnsgangan races, with the first three
- [Survey: One skiing family! Help us and win](https://www.worldloppet.com/survey-one-skiing-family-help-us-and-win/) - We have created a survey that helps us, understanding the needs of our valuable customers - the thousands of skiers participating year by year in the world's greatest ski marathons. Those who answer the questions can win a Northug Sportswear Package worth about 500 €. To the survey The survey Worldloppet is a family of
- [Vlog: Travelling and skiing with kids and family](https://www.worldloppet.com/vlog-travelling-and-skiing-with-kids-and-family/) - 🇪🇪 🇫🇮 Follow me to my next skiing trip. This time to the Tartu Maraton 2023 in Estonia and a week later, to the Finlandia Hiihto. The special thing about this journey is, that this time, my family is joining me. Is travelling and skiing with kids working? 👨‍👩‍👧 👧 2,5 year old daughter is
- [Vasaloppet 2024 sold out](https://www.worldloppet.com/vasaloppet-2024-sold-out/) - Only 18 days after the registrations for 2024's edition of Vasaloppet have opened, the Swedish Worldloppet race is fully booked out. With today 15,800 skiers have signed up to be part of the 100th edition of Vasaloppet on March 3rd 2024. In total 30,000 skiers are registered for the whole Vasaloppet Winter Week. But beside
- [Why trees have moved Sapporo Skimarathon's venue](https://www.worldloppet.com/why-trees-have-moved-sapporo-skimarathons-venue/) - In winter 2023 Worldloppet's President Juha Viljamaa, from Lahti/Finland, made a journey to far east, to visit Worldloppet's Japanese member race, the Sapporo Skimarathon. Not only he skied is 10th silver race and became a Worldloppet Master there, but also he examined the new venue. Long story short: Approved and appreciated. Here come some questions
- [Nygard and Slind with home victories at Birken 2023](https://www.worldloppet.com/nygard-and-slind-with-home-victories-at-birken-2023/) - Yesterday a snow storm prevented the Skoeyte Birken (FT race at Birkebeinerrennet), today, Birkebeinerrennet main race day, the weather has turned 180 degrees: Cold, but blue sky and sunshine between Rena and Lillehammer. Andreas Nygaard and Astrid Oeyre Slind are on top of Birken 2023 results. Slind with solo show Astrid Oeyre Slind didn't accept
- [Birkebeinerrennet 2023 pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/birkebeinerrennet-2023-pictures/) - Today the Norwegian Worldloppet race, the Birkebeinerrennet 2023 has taken place. Again under sunshine and blue skies. Andreas Nygaard and Astrid Oeyre Slind brought home the victories to Norway. Here are the first Birkebeinerrennet 2023 pictures:
- [Visiting Maihaugen, Norway's biggest outdoor museum](https://www.worldloppet.com/visiting-maihaugen-norways-biggest-outdoor-museum/) - When traveling to Lillehammer 🇳🇴 to ski the famous Birkebeinerrennet, you definitely should visit the outdoor museum Maihaugen. Such a beautiful place to go for a walk and experience Norway's history. It is right next to the Olympic Museum and only a few minutes per foot from Lillehammer's center. Find all Episodes of Gunnar's Nordic
- [Birkebeinerrennet 2023 could become one of the best](https://www.worldloppet.com/birkebeinerrennet-2023-could-become-one-of-the-best/) - The 83rd edition of the traditional Birkebeinerrennet 2023, also called Birken, promises to be among the best ever. The course is blessed with a lot of snow as there is hardly any part offering less than 1 meter. This winter has been exceptionaly snowy in and around Lillehammer, Rena and Sjusoen.
- [Vlog: Gunnar's Nordic Adventures at Birkebeinerrennet (I really tried Skeleton)](https://www.worldloppet.com/vlog-gunnars-nordic-adventures-at-birkebeinerrennet-i-really-tried-skeleton/) - Welcome to the final chapter of Gunnar's Nordic Adventures for the winter season 2022. Traveling to the Olympic city Lillehammer to participate at the Birkebeinerrennet. In this Vlog you can follow me on my (quite hard) journey over the two mountains and Sjusøen to finish my 6th Worldloppet race this winter. ? But before that,
- [Werro and Chautemps win emotionally at Engadin Skimarathon 2023](https://www.worldloppet.com/werro-and-chautemps-win-emotionally-at-engadin-skimarathon-2023/) - What an exciting finish at the 53rd edition of the Engadin Skimarathon 2023. It was a question between France and Switzerland to be on top of the podium this year. In the end, the Frenchmen turned out to be the strongest. But not in the ladie's race, there a local skier was able to celebrate
- [Engadin Skimarathon 2023 Pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/engadin-skimarathon-2023-pictures/) - Here come the first Engadin Skimarathon 2023 pictures. It has been the 53rd edition of the world's biggest Skimarathon in Free Technique. The victories go to Switzerland, with Giuliana Werro and Franc, with Arnaud Chautemps.
- [Engadin Skimarathon Live Stream 2023](https://www.worldloppet.com/engadin-skimarathon-live-stream-2023/) - On Sunday 12th March the Engadin Skimarathon, second largest Skimarathon in the world, is going to take place for the 53rd time. The big question is, if either Roman Furger or Dario Cologna can manage to win the Engadiner for the 5th time. We will publish the Engadin Skimarathon Live Stream 2023 here on our
- [Changed course for the upcoming Engadin Skimarathon 2023](https://www.worldloppet.com/changed-course-for-the-upcoming-engadin-skimarathon-2023/) - Furger, a Frenchman or Cologna? That's the question this weekend, when it's time for the Engadin Skimarathon 2023. The entire Swiss National team has signed up for the Swiss Worldloppet member race, so have many important youth skiers. Also a number of strong French marathon skiers is standing on the starting list. The winners of
- [Vasaloppet 2023 pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/vasaloppet-2023-pictures/) - This was the 99th edition of the Swedish king of cross-country skiing races, the Vasaloppet. 15.800 skiers took part in this year's main event between Sälen and Mora. Here come the first Vasaloppet 2023 pictures.
- [Bieg Piastow 2023 pictures: Justyna Kowalczyk victorious](https://www.worldloppet.com/bieg-piastow-2023-pictures-kowalzcyk-victorious/) - An excellent start by Justyna Kowalczyk-Tekieli at 25 km, beautiful victories by Michał Skowron and Adela Boudikova Rocarkova at 50 km, a sensational turnout and a great atmosphere - that was the 47th Bieg Piastów. Justyna Kowalczyk-Tekieli started brilliantly into the 25 km silver race CT competition at this year's Bieg Piastow past weekend. Only
- [Emil Persson and Emilie Fleten on top of Vasaloppet 2023 results](https://www.worldloppet.com/emil-persson-and-emilie-fleten-on-top-of-vasaloppet-2023-results/) - After ten straight Norwegian men's victories in the Vasaloppet, a Swedish victory finally came again in the 99th race, when Emil Persson won the sprint ahead of the Norwegians Andreas Nygaard and Kasper Stadaas. In the women's class, there was a Norwegian victory when Emilie Fleten took her very first victory before second Silje Öyre
- [99th Vasaloppet ahead](https://www.worldloppet.com/99th-vasaloppet-ahead/) - Tomorrow Sunday, March 5 at 08:00 in Sälen it's time for the start of the 99th Vasaloppet. Vasaloppet 2023 is fully booked, which means 15,800 registered participants. Millions of TV viewers around the world will follow the race. New for this year, start places for the historic 100th Vasaloppet 2024 will become available at vasaloppet.se
- [5000 skiers ready to start the Bieg Piastow](https://www.worldloppet.com/5000-skiers-ready-to-start-the-bieg-piastow/) - The main weekend of the 47th Bieg Piastów - Cross-Country Skiing Festival in Szklarska Poręba-Jakuszyce is ahead of us. Its program includes four races, including three belonging to Worldloppet: 25, 30 and 50 km. Snow conditions are great! On Sunday, March 5, the Queen of Polish Skis, Justyna Kowalczyk-Tekieli, will also stand on the start
- [Vlog: Gunnar's Nordic Adventures at Vasaloppet 100 years](https://www.worldloppet.com/vlog-gunnars-nordic-adventures-at-vasaloppet-100-years/) - In this edition of Gunnar's Nordic Adventures we travel to Mora ?? to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the king of cross-country skiing, the Vasaloppet! I did my first Vasa! With everything you need for this experience: Standing in line on the first uphill, a crash, blueberry soup... My summary: Indeed, every skier has to
- [American Birkebeiner 2023 Results: Norris did it again!](https://www.worldloppet.com/american-birkebeiner-2023-results-norris-did-it-again/) - The American Birkebeiner 2023 as been taking pace this weekend in Wisconsin/USA. It was a record breaking year for the North American Worldloppet race. On both podiums, men & ladies, we saw familiar faces: David Norris and Alayna Sonnesyn did it again. After an early week snow storm brought over 20 cm of snow on
- [American Birkebeiner 2023 Pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/american-birkebeiner-2023-pictures/) - Pictures: (c) 2023 American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation
- [Finnish victories at Finlandia Hiihto 2023 Classic races](https://www.worldloppet.com/finnish-victories-at-finlandia-hiihto-2023-classic-races/) - After three exceptional years, the 50th anniversary of Finlandia-hiihto was celebrated on a route renewed last year. The route runs through the terrains of Lahti and Hollola. This year, however, the route had to be shortened from the intended 62 km route to 58 km when the fields of Savistenpää were left out. On Saturday,
- [Worldloppet action at Birkie and Finlandia](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-action-at-birkie-and-finlandia/) - A quite busy weekend is awaiting us! On the one side of the great ocean the American Birkebeiner is standing on the program, on the other side, the Finlandia Hiihto. Nobody can complain about missing winter in Wisconsin/USA. Fresh snow falls on already a good layer of snow have been accompanied by freezing temperatures of
- [Gatineau Loppet 2023 pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/gatineau-loppet-2023-pictures/) - What a success! From February 17 to 19, 2023, close to 2,300 athletes of all levels took part in the largest international cross-country skiing event in Canada. Representing 18 countries, they greatly celebrated the 45th edition of the Gatineau Loppet by making the sublime trails of Gatineau Park their favourite playground throughout the weekend. Find
- [Tartu Maraton 2023 Pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/tartu-maraton-2023-pictures/) - Pictures: Adam Illingworth
- [Justyna Kowalczyk and Henri Roos win snow fight at Tartu Maraton 2023](https://www.worldloppet.com/justyna-kowalczyk-and-henri-roos-win-snow-fight-at-tartu-maraton-2023/) - Despite the difficult conditions, the legendary Tartu Maraton was held today on the classic Otepää-Elva 63 km route. Henri Roos won the men's competition, Justyna Kowalczyk-Tekieli (POL) was the fastest among the women. Tartu Maraton 2023 winners The first to cross the finish line was Henri Roos (time 3:14:53.8). He was followed by Andres Juursalu
- [Estonians have good chances to win the Tartu Maraton again](https://www.worldloppet.com/estonians-have-good-chances-to-win-the-tartu-maraton-again/) - Estonians are the main favorites of the 63-kilometer main distance of the Tartu Maraton on Sunday. At the start: Henri Roos and Kalev Ermits who finished among the fastest Estonians last year. Among the women, multiple Olympic champion Justyna Kowalczyk-Tekieli (POL) and three-time Tartu Maraton winner Tatjana Mannima are coming. The main contenders for first place this year
- [Gunnar's Nordic Adventures at Jizerska 50 2023](https://www.worldloppet.com/gunnars-nordic-adventures-at-jizerska-50-2023/) - Follow me on my next journey to discover some nordic adventures at the world's greatest skiing destinations. This time we travel to the Czech Republic, to Bedrichov, in order to participate in the legendary Jizerska 50. It was a record breaking year for the Czech Worldloppet member race with more than 9.000 participants. Under tough
- [More than 2,000 skiers expected coming weekend at Gatineau Loppet](https://www.worldloppet.com/more-than-2000-skiers-expected-coming-weekend-at-gatineau-loppet/) - For its 45th edition, the Gatineau Loppet, Canada's largest cross-country ski gathering, is offering three days of friendly and competitive races on the sumptuous trails of Gatineau Park, Quebec. From February 17 to 19, 2023, cross-country ski enthusiasts from around the world will meet on the trails and in the après-ski to share their passion
- [La Transjurasienne 2023 pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/la-transjurasienne-2023-pictures/) - Another great edition of the great La Transjurasienne has taken place past weekend. The French member of Worldloppet is the biggest cross-country skiing race in France and attracting thousands of international skiers year by year. In 2023 almost all victories stay in the Grande Nation: Thomas Joly & Jennifer Lamber won the classic style races
- [Breaking records at Jizerska 50 2023](https://www.worldloppet.com/breaking-records-at-jizerska-50-2023/) - Just like last year, the ČEZ Jizerská 50 exceeded its historical maximum. An all-time record was broken with 9,201 competitors having set out onto the trails this year! Record last year was exceeded by more than a thousand ski enthusiasts. The prestigious trail of the sold-out main race was dominated by Norwegian representatives Kasper Stadaas
- [Jizerska 50 2023 pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/jizerska-50-2023-pictures/) - Here comes the pictures gallery of past weekend's Jizerska 50 2023. Pictures: Jakub Nebal
- [French victories on day one of La Transju](https://www.worldloppet.com/french-victories-on-day-one-of-la-transju/) - Frenchies Thomas Joly and Jennifer Lambert won the Transju' Marathon Classic 50 km, the highlight of the first day of the 44th edition of La Transju'. Full pictures gallery With his fist raised as he crossed the finish line, Thomas Joly (Team Nordic Expérience), winner of last year's sprint, was able to enjoy his last
- [Final adaptions to La Transjurasienne 2023 route](https://www.worldloppet.com/final-adaptions-to-la-transjurasienne-2023-route/) - Environmental responsibility is one of the most important commitments from the organizers of La Transjurasienne. Therefore they have adapted the race courses and the event to its environment and nature, and not the other way around. In order to additionally guarantee optimal skiing conditions, the organizers had to do some final changes on the race
- [5500 competitors await perfect tracks at Bieg Piastow](https://www.worldloppet.com/5500-competitors-await-perfect-tracks-at-bieg-piastow/) - Perfect conditions on the tracks, a new start and finish arena, great interest - this is the situation three weeks before the main competitions of the 47th Bieg Piastów - the Polish Worldloppet race. On the starting lists 5500 competitors from 24 countries, including 1700 for 25 km CT, 1400 for 50 km CT and
- [Watch 3 Worldloppet races live online](https://www.worldloppet.com/watch-3-worldloppet-races-live-online/) - Several Worldloppet races are part of the Ski Classics Pro Tour - a European elite championship in long distance skiing. These races are broadcasted on the streaming plattform SC Play. Here comes a special offer for the Worldloppet family: Watch Jizerska50, Vasaloppet and Birkebeinerrennet live with SC PLAY (English commentary) and get access to all
- [Brigadoi and Boerjesjoe triumph at Dolomitenlauf 2023 Classic Race](https://www.worldloppet.com/brigadoi-and-boerjesjoe-triumph-at-dolomitenlauf-2023-classic-race/) - In total about 1300 skiers coming from 30 different nations have participated in this year's Dolomitenlauf. After the skating racres yesterday, today the classic technique was standing on the program. Same as yesterday, it was a great race day: Cold but sunny and another few centimeters of fresh snow over the night. The winners are
- [Gunnar's Nordic Adventures from the 50th Marcialonga 2023](https://www.worldloppet.com/gunnars-nordic-adventures-from-the-50th-marcialonga-2023/) - Here comes the first episode of Gunnar's Nordic Adventrues Vlog this winter!Travel with us to the beautiful valley of Val di Fiemme 🇮🇹 , to experience the bright side of cross-country skiing ☀️ 🏔 ! 🎉 We celebrate together with Marcialonga its 50th edition. 😎 Among the thousands of skiers we meet Petter Northug, who
- [Jizerska 50 2023 totally sold out](https://www.worldloppet.com/jizerska-50-2023-totally-sold-out/) - The biggest sporting event of the Czech winter gets underway this week. The 56th edition of the ČEZ Jizerska 50 2023. The size of the event is confirmed by the great interest in registration among cross-country skiing enthusiasts. Of the nine races, six are hopelessly sold out, including the legendary 5 0km Padesátka. Ahead of
- [Sapporo Skimarathon 2023 taking place again after four years](https://www.worldloppet.com/sapporo-skimarathon-2023-taking-place-again-after-four-years/) - "We have overcome the hardships in the past 4 years!", that's the conclusion of the Sapporo Skimarathon organizers. On Sunday, the 43rd Sapporo International Ski Marathon was held for the first time in these 4 years. Finally! The conditions were good. It was sunny day and the temperature was about freezing -10 degrees at 9:00
- [König Ludwig Lauf 2023 pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/konig-ludwig-lauf-2023-pictures/) - Here comes the König Ludwig Lauf 2023 pictures gallery. The German Worldloppet race has been taking place on 4th and 5th February 2023 with thousands of skiers from all around the world. Images: Sebastian Schulte Images: By Sebastian Schulte
- [König Ludwig Lauf 2023 result, masters and first images](https://www.worldloppet.com/konig-ludwig-lauf-2023-result-masters-and-first-images/) - Thousands of skiers have made their way to the Bavarian village Oberammergau this weekend to participate in the traditional König Ludwig Lauf. First, it was unclear if the race could take place, as a short time before the race weekend there was no snow in the area. Then, only in the week before the race,
- [König Ludwig Lauf 2023 ready to host thousands of skiers coming weekend](https://www.worldloppet.com/konig-ludwig-lauf-2023-ready-to-host-thousands-of-skiers-coming-weekend/) - The week after Marcialonga, is the week before König Ludwig Lauf 2023. The Worldloppet circuit is traveling on from Italy to the German village of Oberammergau in Bavaria. Different distances in two techniques over two days are waiting for us. Despite challenging weather conditions, the organizers achieved to prepare the tracks and to host the
- [Gallery: Marcialonga 2023](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-marcialonga-2023/) - Here are the best impressions from the Marcialonga 2023. 7000 skiers from all around the world celebrated together the 50th anniversary edition of the Italian Worldloppet race. The victories go to Magni Smedaas from Norway and Emil Persson from Sweden.
- [Persson and Smedås on top of Marcialonga 2023 Results](https://www.worldloppet.com/persson-and-smedaas-on-top-of-marcialonga-2023-results/) - For the 50th time we have heard the start gun in Moena, this morning 08:00. The Marcialonga is celebrating its anniversary edition with about 7000 skiers from all around the world. When it was freezingly cold at the start, with about - 9 degrees, the day turned out to be a sunny and enjoyable one
- [A new finish and a strong starting field for Marcialonga 2023](https://www.worldloppet.com/a-new-finish-and-a-strong-starting-field-for-marcialonga-2023/) - Tomorrow it is time for Marcialonga 2023. A new finish and a strong starting field is making the 50th anniversary edition an interesting one. Tomorrow it is time again for Marcialonga! The Italian Worldloppet race is tight to amateurs since the beginning, once called “bisonti” and still (wrongly). Participants are now flying over 7000 for
- [Marcialonga 2023 change of route brings 20 % ascent](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-2023-change-of-route-brings-20-ascent/) - Marcialonga never settles! This time, Marcialonga gets higher for real and the 50th edition, taking place on Sunday 29th January 2023, announces a change of direction. The starting line in Moena is untouchable: the cross-country skiers are heading towards Canazei and at the turning point under the stunning Dolomites, back again to Moena. Here, historically,
- [Marcialonga 2023: There is the witch's wall](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-2023/) - Perhaps few people know this, but the first edition of Marcialonga was not 70km but 68km. Getting to Canazei, overcoming the bottleneck of Mazzin was still impossible. The rock was overcome already in the second edition, the turning point was brought to Canazei and the route was improved considerably from the technical point of view.
- [Gallery: Dolomitenlauf 2023 CT](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-dolomitenlauf-2023-ct/)
- [French victory party at Dolomitenlauf 2023 skating races](https://www.worldloppet.com/french-victory-party-at-dolomitenlauf-2023-skating-races/) - What started as a ice cold winter day with minus 12 degrees, turned out as a perfect kick-off for the European Worldloppet season 2023: The Dolomitenlauf 2023 skating races have been taking place in Obertilliach today and the big winners are the French men. Thank to the sunshine, the freezing temperatures were climbing up a
- [Gallery: Dolomitenlauf 2023](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-dolomitenlauf-2023/) - What a great season kick-off in central Europe. Today the skating races of Dolomitenlauf 2023 have been taking place in Obertilliach. The big winners are the French men. Here come the best shots.
- [Dolomitenlauf ready to host its 53rd edition](https://www.worldloppet.com/dolomitenlauf-ready-to-host-its-53rd-edition/) - Coming weekend, the Worldloppet winter season is going to start also here in Europe. The Austrian Dolomitenlauf is standing on the program with a FT day on Saturday and CT day on Sunday. Both techniques will be skied over 42km, 21km and the new format called Easyrace over 5km. The races will take place in
- [International skiers return to Sapporo Skimarathon](https://www.worldloppet.com/international-skiers-return-to-sapporo-skimarathon/) - The 43rd edition of Japan's Worldloppet race, the Sapporo Skimarathon is going to take place on February 5th. The excitement in Japan is big, as this will be the first edition after four years of cancellation. For foreign skiers it is now possible again, to enter the country. The organizers are working hard on the
- [Obertilliach hosting the Dolomitenlauf 2023 on perfect tracks](https://www.worldloppet.com/obertilliach-hosting-the-dolomitenlauf-2023-on-perfect-tracks/) - Two weeks to go until the ski marathon season is going to start also in Europe. The Dolomitenlauf 2023 in Austria is going to take place from January 20th to 22nd. This weekend will start with a lot of action in the Dolomitensprint on Friday evening. On Saturday the skating races over 42 and 20
- [Vasaloppet China 2023 pictures](https://www.worldloppet.com/vasaloppet-china-pictures-2023/) - The Vasaloppet China kicked-off the Worldloppet winter season 2023. On January 4th the Chinese ski marathon took place over 32 km through the Jingyuetan Park, Changchun. Winners were Wang Qiang and Chi Chunxue. Here are the best Vasaloppet China pictures of 2023.
- [First impressions of the skiing winter: Vasaloppet China 2023](https://www.worldloppet.com/first-impressions-of-the-skiing-winter-vasaloppet-china-2023/) - Traditional blue skies accompanied the 21st edition of the biggest cross-country ski event in China. But the cold wind made the conditions at today's Vasaloppet China 2023 more treacherous than expected. Vasaloppet China 2023 favorites stayed together for basically the whole 32 km, a few attempts notwithstanding, such as by Wangqiang. As the skiers went
- [Official Worldloppet Masters' awarding 2023](https://www.worldloppet.com/official-worldloppet-masters-awarding-2023/) - In only a few days the Worldloppet winter 2023 is kicking-off with the Vasaloppet China. We are awaiting a wonderful marathon skiing winter: Many race destinations already have superb conditions on their tracks. Also in 2023 some of you will finish their 10th race and become a Worldloppet Master (or even a Global Skier). We
- [What will 2023 bring to Tartu Maraton?](https://www.worldloppet.com/what-will-2023-bring-to-tartu-maraton/) - Winter in Estonia is early this year and already today the marathon course is skiable in full length. In addition to the daily track grooming, all the other preparations are in full swing too for welcoming the ski fans in South-Estonia on February 19th for Tartu Maraton 2023. Two months before the event, Race Director
- [Five tips for early winter training for skiers](https://www.worldloppet.com/five-tips-for-early-winter-training-for-skiers/) - Winter is here on the Northern Hemisphere! It’s an exciting time to be back on snow and all of a sudden racing isn’t as far away. It’s important to keep things in mind as we transition back to snow. Here are 5 tips for your early winter training for skiers making sure the transition to
- [Groomers work every day on Bieg Piastow 2023 tracks](https://www.worldloppet.com/groomers-work-every-day-on-bieg-piastow-2023-tracks/) - Natural tracks in the forest, wonderful landscapes, friendly atmosphere, easy access from airports in Poland, Czech Republic and Germany - this is legendary Bieg Piastow 2023 in Poland. And the tracks of our Polish member race are already full of snow and the groomers work every day. Also participants wise work is in full progress:
- [Gunnar's Nordic Adventures from Gatineau Loppet Vlog](https://www.worldloppet.com/gunnars-nordic-adventures-from-gatineau-loppet-vlog/) - Gatineau Loppet Vlog: 🇨🇦 Gunnar's Nordic Adventures at Gatineau Loppet 2022 🇨🇦 After the 50 km classic style ski marathon Gatineau Loppet in the beautiful Gatineau Park and the NHL hockey match between Ottawa Senators and the Boston Bruins, it was time for me, to experience Canada's wildlife. 🐕 🛷 First I got an invitation
- [Good chances for Dolomitenlauf on original track in Lienz](https://www.worldloppet.com/good-chances-for-dolomitenlauf-on-original-track-in-lienz/) - Already for some days cross-country skiers are enjoying perfectly groomed tracks and a winter wonderland in Obertilliach, East Tyrol/Austria. Several national teams are using the venue of Dolomitenlauf's skating events for their season preparation. On Saturday 21st January Obertilliach is going to host the Dolomitenlauf Lienz Skating race (42/20 km) again. But also down in
- [Pictures Gallery: Merino Muster 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-merino-muster-2022/) - Here come some of the greatest shots from 2022's Merino Muster. Almost 200 skiers celebrated the comeback of New Zealand's Worldloppet race to snow at the Snow Farm. The winners are Campbell Wright and Nicole David, both New Zealand.
- [Global Ski Marathon Calendar 2023 packed with 66 races](https://www.worldloppet.com/global-ski-marathons-2023/) - Snow has arrived to many ski areas on the northern hemisphere, the ski marathon season is just about to start. Time to find suitable challenges for your skiing winter. This is the reason why we have composed the Global Ski Marathon Calendar. One place for a xc-ski races, no matter of their size, length or
- [Free waxing service at Tartu Maraton for Passport Holders](https://www.worldloppet.com/free-waxing-service-at-tartu-maraton/) - In order to guarantee a great experience at every Worldloppet race specially for our most loyal skiers, we always try to find benefits and special deals for Worldloppet Passport Holders. Good news are coming from Estonia: The free ski waxing service at Tartu Maraton is continuing, as in season 2021/22. That means, that Passport Holders
- [Win a trip for two to the Engadiner 2023 worth 10.000 €](https://www.worldloppet.com/win-a-trip-for-two-to-the-engadiner-2023-worth-10-000/) - In our role, as world federation for popular skiing, we connect skiers, organizers, operators and companies. To celebrate our cooperation with Lumi Experiences, together we have composed a promotion raffle with an astonishing prize over a 10.000 € value: Win a trip for two to Seefeld & the Engadin Skimarathon 2023. How to win Participation
- [+Update+ With Christmas Shopping to Vasaloppet, Marcialonga, Engadiner & Co](https://www.worldloppet.com/with-christmas-shopping-to-vasaloppet-marcialonga-engadiner-co/) - +++ Update +++ Since we had a server breakdown past week, we have decided to extend the Christmas Shopping until Friday 18th November (24:00 CET). Yes, yes, it is still some time to Christmas. But experience has shown, that international shipping takes some time around the holly jolly Christmas time. So only for orderings until
- [Stay strong Vasasloppet!](https://www.worldloppet.com/stay-strong-vasasloppet/) - Shocking news from Mora: Vasaloppet's central storage burned down this Friday. Good news first: No human harm. But it seems like basically the whole material (machines, kilometers of fences, tanks for the blueberry soup, sheds and and and) has been destroyed. Even tough this is a huge setback for our Swedish member, they are already
- [The Digital Worldloppet Passport is here](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-digital-worldloppet-passport-is-here/) - The majority of marathon skiers is taking part in multiple ski races throughout the winter. In order to not loose the overview, Worldloppet has created the MyLoppet portal. In this free of charge login system you can manage all your ski races, results, Worldloppet passports and Master titles. Once you have created your MyLoppet account, you have
- [Worldloppet & Euroloppet follow common paths](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-euroloppet-follow-common-paths/) - Already past season the global ski federation Worldloppet and the European Union of Cross-Country skiing Marathons (EUC) Euroloppet announced a cooperation. Euroloppet is also the organizer of the annual European Ski Marathon Championships, in which every popular skier can be part of. For the upcoming winter, the two organizations have reconfirmed their common paths. "In times
- [Five tips for fall training for skiers](https://www.worldloppet.com/five-tips-for-fall-training-for-skiers/) - Martin Benes from MVB Coaching - our partner coach - has 5 tips for your fall training for skiers who prepare for the cross-country skiing season 2023. Across the Northern Hemisphere, it’s starting to feel like fall. Days are getting shorter and the weather is changing. How should our training be changing along with the
- [Founder of Dolomitenlauf and co-initiator of Worldloppet died](https://www.worldloppet.com/founder-of-dolomitenlauf-and-co-initiator-of-worldloppet-died/) - Sad news is arriving us today from Lienz, Austria, the home of Dolomitenlauf. Franz Theurl, the OC President with an information to all friends of Dolomitenlauf and Worldloppet. Dear friends of Worldloppet, I have to bring you sad news today: The founder of Dolomitenlauf and co-initiator of Worldloppet, our honorary president, Robert Steiner has passed away. For
- [Vlog: Quad biking, fishing and a frozen nightlife in New Zealand](https://www.worldloppet.com/vlog-quad-biking-fishing-and-a-frozen-nightlife-in-new-zealand/) - Come with me to the second part of Gunnar's Nordic Adventures from the Merino Muster, New Zealand's greatest skiing race. In this episode I am going to check out the trails at the Snow Farm NZ introduce our Worldloppet Clothing experience the mountains with a Quad Bike from The Cardrona catch my own pre race
- [Vlog: Gunnar's Nordic Adventures at Merino Muster 2022 (with Bungee Jumping)](https://www.worldloppet.com/vlog-gunnars-nordic-adventures-at-merino-muster-2022-with-bungee-jumping/) - I made the big journey to the southern hemisphere to ski the Kangaroo Hoppet in Australia and one week later the Merino Muster in New Zealand. In this episode you gonna see me jumping off the Kawarau Bridge, the place where Bungee Jumping was invented. And of course, we gonna ski the Merino Muster 2022
- [Merino Muster 2022 celebrating its comeback to international skiing](https://www.worldloppet.com/merino-muster-2022-celebrating-its-comeback-to-international-skiing/) - Finally, the international flags of all Worldloppet nations could have been hoisted at Snow Farm New Zealand. The Merino Muster 2022 today has taken place with almost 200 participants coming from all around the world. The weather was just New Zealandish: Every five minutes differently. Which started with fog and even snowfalls has turned out
- [Gunnar's Nordic Adventures at Kangaroo Hoppet 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/gunnars-nordic-adventures-at-kangaroo-hoppet-2022/) - For the first time Gunnar is traveling to the southern hemisphere to enjoy skiing around the world down under, at the Kangaroo Hoppet 2022 🇦🇺. See how he performed amongst the gum trees, if he made friends with kangaroos 🦘 and how he deals with his shark-phobia 🦈 while sea kajaking in Melbourne. Also Olympic
- [Gallery: Kangaroo Hoppet 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-kangaroo-hoppet-2022/) - What a great day out there! Sunshine, firm tracks, well prepared tracks... All you need for a great day of marathon skiing, in August! The Kangaroo Hoppet is finally back on snow. Here are some of the greatest moments of Kangaroo Hoppet 2022 in Falls Creek.
- [Jessie Diggins wins Kangaroo Hoppet 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/jessie-diggins-wins-kangaroo-hoppet-2022/) - Nearly 1,000 cross country skiers from 22 countries descended on Falls Creek today for the 30th staging of the Kangaroo Hoppet XC Ski Marathon. Perfect weather and tracks greeted the skiers as they wound their way through the course from the Falls Creek Nordic Bowl across the Bogong High Plains. Jessie Diggins ahead of her
- [Kangaroo Hoppet back in Full Swing](https://www.worldloppet.com/kangaroo-hoppet-back-in-full-swing/) - After cancellation for two years due to domestic COVID restrictions, the Kangaroo Hoppet is in full swing leading into a great event this weekend. It is a special year for the Hoppet as it celebrates its 30th staging since entering the Worldloppet family in 1991. Inaugural Race Director, and current chairman, Allan Marsland is appreciative
- [Gallery: Ushuaia Loppet 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-ushuaia-loppet-2022/) - In 2022 the Ushuaia Loppet has returned on snow. After two years of virtual editions, the greatest ski race in Argentina could finally open the Worldloppet season again. With snowfalls and freezing temperatures it was a real winter spectacle. See here the best pictures of Ushuaia Loppet 2022. More information to find on Ushuaia Loppet's
- [Snow party at Ushuaia Loppet 2022 yesterday](https://www.worldloppet.com/snow-party-at-ushuaia-loppet-2022-yesterday/) - Yesterday, the greatest Argentinian cross-country skiing race, the Ushuaia Loppet 2022 has returned. After two years of virtual editions, the Worldloppet season opener was taking place again on snow. At it was a lot of snow. Not only on the perfectly groomed tracks, but also from above. Gallery Freezing temperatures and snowfalls made the Ushuaia
- [Ushuaia Loppet 2022 ready to kick off Worldloppet season](https://www.worldloppet.com/ushuaia-loppet-2022/) - Tomorrow, Thursday August 11th, is the last day to register for the most anticipated comeback: the Ushuaia Loppet 2022. The Ushuaia Andean Club has confirmed this ahead of the international competition on Sunday, August 14th. The participants will open the Worldloppet season 2022/23 at the Tierra Mayor Winter Center, Argentina. After having passed two editions
- [Experience Tartu Maraton in summer and autumn](https://www.worldloppet.com/experience-tartu-maraton-in-summer-and-autumn/) - Tartu MTB Marathon Have you ever been wondering, how does the track of Tartu Maraton look like when it is not winter? On September 18th the same course welcomes cyclists to the MTB marathon! The same varied landscape with small up- and down hills, but on a bike. Distances 89, 40 and 21 km are suitable
- [Cross-country skiing in Argentina officially opened](https://www.worldloppet.com/cross-country-skiing-in-argentina-officially-opened/) - In three weeks it is finally time again for cross-country skiing in Argentina: The Ushuaialoppet, the Argentinian Worldloppet event is going to kick off the season on August 14th. Where? At the end of the world, called Tierra del Fuego. The winter season already has been officially opened there. The organizing club of Ushuaialoppet, Club
- [Summer training for cross-country skiing](https://www.worldloppet.com/professional-summer-training-for-cross-country-skiing/) - There is a saying that “good skiers are made in the summer.” Reason enough for us, to give you an overview and some practical tips for summer training for cross-country skiing. Worldloppet partner coach Martin Benes with valuable insights in summer training for marathon skiers. Cross-country skiing is a very demanding sport and requires a
- ["I achieved a goal I've never had, but man, am I glad about it!"](https://www.worldloppet.com/i-achieved-a-goal-i-never-had-but-man-am-i-glad-about-it/) - May I introduce myself: Gunnar Zlöbl, WORLDLOPPET MASTER Number 5181! And here are 10 pictures I made at 10 unique skiing destinations: There was a time when I stopped professional skiing. "Ok Gunnar, you have tried and you failed," I thought. I couldn't imagine that there are other ways to make your hobby skiing to
- [2022 - The year to finally ski the Merino Muster](https://www.worldloppet.com/2022-the-year-to-finally-ski-the-merino-muster/) - Great news are coming from our third ski marathon on the southern hemisphere, the Merino Muster: The full course is already groomed and in superb conditions! Reason enough, to think about 2022 as the year to finally join New Zealand's Worldloppet race on September 3rd. The registration for Merino Muster 2022 is already open and
- [Gunnar's Nordic Adventures at Worldloppet's AGM in Mora](https://www.worldloppet.com/gunnar-at-worldloppets-agm/) - For this special episode of Gunnar's Nordic Adventures we follow our Communication Manager to the Annual General Meeting of the Worldloppet International Skifederation. From every nation, every race organization, the delegates have been meeting in Sweden's Mora, the finish of Vasaloppet. A great venue for the AGM, as Vasaloppet is celebrating its 100th anniversary. Get
- [Annual General Meeting in Mora with extensive decisions](https://www.worldloppet.com/annual-general-meeting-in-mora-with-extensive-decisions/) - For the first time since the Covid pandemic started, the delegates of the Worldloppet member races have gathered again for the Annual General Meeting. After two virtual meetings in the past years, the delegates have met past weekend in Mora, the finish destination of Vasaloppet. "Mora is a special place for cross-country skiing. Especially, in
- [Gallery: Worldloppet AGM 2022 in Mora](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-worldloppet-agm-2022-in-mora/) - In the 100th anniversary year of Vasaloppet it was clear, that the Worldloppet Annual General Meeting 2022 should visit Sweden. Here the future of cross-country skiing is made. Delegations from all Worldloppet nations have made their way to Mora, the finish of Vasaloppet. Day 2 (incl Biathlon training) Day 1
- [Marcialonga Pre-registration as great chance for Passport holders](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-pre-registration-for-passportholders/) - The official online registration for Marcialonga 2023 is going to open on June 6th. On this date, only the remaining bibs are available. Traditionally, the Marcialonga is fully booked out after only a few minutes. No problem for Worldloppet skiers. Pre-registration only for Passport holders and Masters For the Wordloppet passport holders or Masters, there
- [Plan your cross-country skiing trip 2023 now](https://www.worldloppet.com/plan-your-cross-country-skiing-trip-2023-now/) - Skiing around the world is our business! This is what we support. This is what we are here for. And this is why we want to help you making your skiing dreams becoming true. And the good news is, that we are able to travel around the world again. Therefor we have collected accommodation possibilities
- [Biggest cross-country skiing race in New Zealand is returning](https://www.worldloppet.com/new-zealands-biggest-cross-country-skiing-race-is-returning/) - On September 3rd it is time again for cross-country skiing action in New Zealand: The Merino Muster is going to take place again with an international starting field. The OC is thrilled and has sent this letter of invitation to all Worldloppet skiers. "We are all very excited to have the return of our International
- [THE GIANTS](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-giants/) - The Worldloppet Giants today
- [Argentina, Australia and New Zealand ready to host international skiers again](https://www.worldloppet.com/argentina-australia-and-new-zealand-ready-to-host-international-skiers-again/) - 2022 should be the year, our southern hemisphere races in Argentina, Australia and New Zealand are going to host international skiers again. Ushuaialoppet, Kangaroo Hoppet and Merino Muster are working with high pressure to organize their events taking place in four months. Heavily booked hotels at Kangaroo Hoppet The pandemic has changed the traveling behavior
- [Vlog: Gunnar gets some cultural education at König Ludwig Lauf](https://www.worldloppet.com/vlog-gunnar-gets-some-cultural-education-at-konig-ludwig-lauf/) - In the second episode of Gunnar's Nordic Adventures at our German member race König Ludwig Lauf, we focus on culture. I am talking to one of the main actors of the wold famous Oberammergauer Passion Plays. Afterwards Franziska is going to show me the theater where more than 4500 spectators are watching the traditional and
- [Gallery: Fossavatnsgangan 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-fossavatnsgangan-2022/) - Find here some great moments of our Icelandic Worldloppet event and season ender of the winter 2022, the Fossavatnsgangan in Isafjordur.
- [Icelandic home victories at Fossavatnsgangan 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/icelandic-home-victories-at-fossavatnsgangan-2022/) - About 500 skiers have been part of the first real ski marathon in Isafjordur since the beginning of Covid. The weather for the Fossavatnsgangan 2022 was good for Icelandic circumstances: + 1 degrees, no wind and cloudy skies. Snorri Einarsson wins Fossavatnsgangan 2022 Not surprisingly the local hero Snorri Einarsson took the victory in today's
- [Worldloppet Season Ender Party at Fossavatnsgangan](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-season-ender-party-at-fossavatnsgangan/) - It is time for a great season ender! And in our case, that means, we are travelling to Iceland, to the Fossavatnsgangan, Iceland's longest running ski marathon. It is going to take place coming weekend, Saturday April 2nd, in Ísafjörður. Since 1935 the skiers of Iceland meet in April - which is end of the
- [Both Vasaloppet winners also win the Birkebeinerrennet](https://www.worldloppet.com/both-vasaloppet-winners-also-win-the-birkebeinerrennet/) - With a star-studded starting field with far more World Cup runners than usual, the victory in the men's elite class was more than open. Also more than usual were able to follow the leading group until the final stretch, so the decision making in 2022's Birkebeinerrennet came down to a massive final sprint. And this
- [Birkebeinerrennet 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/birkebeinerrennet-2022/)
- [Thousands of skiers will be back to Birkebeinerrennet tomorrow](https://www.worldloppet.com/thousands-of-skiers-will-be-back-to-birkebeinerrennet-tomorrow/) - Lillehammer is presenting it self in very welcoming way this weekend: Sunshine, mild temperatures but enough snow. Slight snowfalls over night let Lillehammer shine as winter wonder land. It is time to celebrate the comeback of the Birkebeinerrennet like we know it: Thousands of skiers from Norway but also from all around the world skiing
- [52nd Engadin Skimarathon 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/52nd-engadin-skimarathon-2022/)
- [Furger snatches victory from Cologna at 52nd Engadin Skimarathon](https://www.worldloppet.com/furger-snatches-victory-from-cologna-at-52nd-engadin-skimarathon/) - Roman Furger takes his fourth win at the Engadin Skimarathon while Swiss superstar Dario Cologna finished in second place at his last international race. It was Dario Cologna's last international race as a professional athlete, driving up expectations ahead of the race: not just the public and the media had banked on his victory, he,
- [Dario Cologna and other top athletes to race at the Engadin Skimarathon](https://www.worldloppet.com/dario-cologna-and-other-top-athletes-to-race-at-the-engadin-skimarathon/) - A star-studded Swiss team and several strong contenders from France will try to frustrate Dario Cologna's attempt for a fifth victory at the Engadin Skimarathon. Together with them 11.200 participants will join tomorrow's race. Less than a week ago, at the race in Oslo, Dario Cologna ended his World Cup career with a bang. A
- [Around the world for Ukraine](https://www.worldloppet.com/around-the-world-for-ukraine/) - We invite the whole Worldloppet family to join the Ukraine Charity Loppet! A virtual event organized to raise money to help the Ukrainian people suffering under the ongoing war. "It always have been core values of Worldloppet, to stand for unity, for bridges between nations, for respect and finally for peace!" , explains Juha Viljamaa,
- [Vasaloppet 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/vasaloppet-2022/)
- [Andreas Nygaard and Astrid Öyre Slind won Vasaloppet 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/andreas-nygaard-and-astrid-oyre-slind-won-vasaloppet-2022/) - There were two Norwegian victories in Vasaloppet 2022: Andreas Nygaard took his second win, sprinting across the finish line. It was Norway's tenth straight Vasaloppet victory. In the women's class, Astrid Öyre Slind took her first victory after coming in second twice before. She also set a new track record. Sunshine, 13 degrees below freezing
- [Skowron and Boudikova win Bieg Piastow 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/skowron-and-boudikova-win-bieg-piastow-2022/) - Michał Skowron won the 50 km CT race within the 46th Bieg Piastów! Among women the Czech athlete Adela Boudikova triumphed, overtaking Justyna Kowalczyk-Tekieli. 1240 skiers reached the finish line within the time limit. The trails that had been groomed all night long got covered with fresh snow in the morning, so they became slow
- [Bieg Piastow 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/bieg-piastow-2022/)
- [Vasaloppet ready for 15,800 skiers tomorrow](https://www.worldloppet.com/vasaloppet-ready-for-15800-skiers-tomorrow/) - On Sunday, March 6 at 08:00 in Sälen, it's time for the start of the 98th Vasaloppet – 100 years after the first race in 1922. Vasaloppet is fully booked, which means 15,800 registered participants. In total, more than 50,000 participants have so far registered for Vasaloppet's Winter Week 2022 races. Here are all the
- [Justyna Kowalczyk ready for 46th Bieg Piastow](https://www.worldloppet.com/justyna-kowalczyk-ready-for-46th-bieg-piastow/) - Over 4,000 athletes from 24 countries have signed up for the 46th Bieg Piastów – Cross-Country Skiing Festival organized within the Worldloppet Ski Federation. Justyna Kowalczyk-Tekieli, The Queen of Polish Skis, will race, too. The Olympic and world champion and World Cup winner Justyna Kowalczyk will race in the 50 km CT. This will be
- [Vlog: With the snowmobile through the Northern Woods at American Birkebeiner](https://www.worldloppet.com/vlog-with-the-snowmobile-through-the-northern-woods-at-american-birkebeiner/) - After my Canadian cross-country skiing adventure, I have travelled on to Hayward Wisconsin, USA to participate in the American Birkebeiner 2022. With more than 6.000 skiers the race is an adventure on its own. Specially the Giant Ski Relay Race is a lot of fun. I set up a team and participated in this fun
- [Worldloppet stops cooperations with Russian races and Russialoppet](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-stops-cooperations-with-russian-races-and-russialoppet/) - In regards to the ongoing Russian aggression against Ukraine, the Worldloppet Skifederation has decided to suspend the Russian Demino Skimarathon from the Federation and all Russian races are taken down from the Global Ski Marathon Calendar. In addition, Worldloppet stops the cooperation with Russialoppet. This decision will last at least for this season. At the Annual General Meeting,
- [Gerard Agnellet travels to US to win the American Birkebeiner 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/gerard-agnellet-travels-to-us-to-win-the-american-birkebeiner-2022/) - After an early week snowstorm brought over 14” of snow on Tuesday, the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation crew worked diligently to create a world-class course that would withstand more than 11,500 racers over four days. On Saturday morning, single digit temperatures set the stage for a fast and firm course for the 48th Slumberland American
- [Gallery: American Birkebeiner 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-american-birkebeiner-2022/)
- [American Birkebeiner Party fully in swing](https://www.worldloppet.com/american-birkebeiner-party-fully-in-swing/) - The American Birkebeiner International Bridge is set up opening the finish lane on Hayward main street. Already now the finish area is packed with people, the bars and restaurants are welcoming the skiers of the American Birkebeiner. The Birkie week of events has already started yesterday with thousands of skiers participating in the Open Track
- [Gallery: Gatineau Loppet 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-gatineau-loppet-2022/)
- [Gallery: Finlandia Hiihto 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-finlandia-hiihto-2022/)
- [Vlog: O Canada! Gunnar at his first Gatineau Loppet and his first NHL Game](https://www.worldloppet.com/vlog-o-canada-gunnar-at-his-first-gatineau-loppet-and-his-first-nhl-game/) - O Canada! ?? The country of maple sirup, hockey and Gatineau Loppet! Here comes the first part of my journey to the two North-American Worldloppet races, the Gatineau Loppet and the American Birkebeiner 2022. ? In this Video-Blog I am going to sing for you the brand new Worldloppet anthem, composed while skiing through the
- [Gallery: Tartu Maraton 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-tartu-maraton-2022/)
- [Varis and Kettunen win Finlandia Hiihto 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/varis-and-kettunen-win-finlandia-hiihto-2022/) - Finlandia Ski Marathon in 2022 was different from the traditional one as it was only skied on one day. 815 skiers have entered for the classic style marathon, taking place on a renewed route over 65 km, 32 km and 20 km. The fastest skier to complete the 65 km was Kari Varis (Team Kaskipuu),
- [Swedes dominate Tartu Maraton 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/swedes-dominate-tartu-maraton-2022/) - The winner of the 48th Tartu Maraton is Emil Persson from Sweden. The best among the women was also Swedish, Britta Johansson Norgen. Despite last week's warmth, today the legendary Tartu Maraton was held on the classic Otepää-Elva 63-kilometer track. The finish time of the winner Emil Persson was 2:33.06. Shortly before the Peebu service
- [Canada, Estonia and Finland: Worldloppet triple weekend ahead](https://www.worldloppet.com/canada-estonia-and-finland-worldloppet-triple-weekend-ahead/) - The next two days Worldloppet is guest in three different nations. In Estonia, the Tartu Maraton is going to take place for the 48th time, while in Gatineau/Canada the Gatineau Loppet is welcoming the Worldloppet skiers. In Lahti the postponed Finlandia Hiihto is standing on the program. Fresh snow for Gatineau While it was raining
- [Vlog: Gunnar meeting a touchy Reindeer at La Transjurasienne 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/vlog-gunnar-meeting-a-touchy-reindeer-at-la-transjurasienne-2022/) - Welcome to another edition of our Video-Blog Gunnar's Nordic Adventures, this time from the Jura Mountains in France, the home of La Transju and also of a very touchy reindeer.In this Vlog I am following the racers of the 70 km skating marathon, to show you some insights into La Transjurasienne.And we are going to explore the Parc
- [Covid News Update: Vasa, Birken, Finlandia and Tartu](https://www.worldloppet.com/covid-news-update-transju-vasa-birken-finlandia-and-tartu/) - First of all, we can tell you good news from the upcoming Worldloppet races: No cancellations ahead! Sad enough, that the Sapporo Skimarathon had to be canceled, but at least no more yet. Several races have worked with high pressure on security and health concepts to meet the restrictions form local authorities, with success. No
- [Gallery: Jizerska Padesatka 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-jizerska-padesatka-2022/) - (c) Jakub Nedbal
- [Nygaard and Dahl made their mark on the record-breaking Jizerská 50](https://www.worldloppet.com/nygaard-and-dahl-made-their-mark-on-the-record-breaking-jizerska-50/) - ČEZ Jizerská 50 skiing festival finished in beautiful weather. The wonderful race was dominated by Norway’s Andreas Nygaard and Sweden’s Ida Dahl. Their victories were definitely not identical. Nygaard dominated the sprint of the four-man group, Dahl was best in the climbs. 4,444 competitors took to the course in a fabulous backdrop. A great advertisement
- [Gallery: La Transjurasienne 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-la-transjurasienne-2022/) - La Transjurasienne Skating Sunday (c) Sellier Zoom La Transju Classic Saturday Ben Becker (c) Mizenboite/LaTransju
- [Ski Marathon Festival at La Transjurasienne](https://www.worldloppet.com/ski-marathon-festival-at-la-transjurasienne/) - The conditions couldn't have been better for the La Transjurasienne weekend 2022. Slightly sub-zero degrees accompanied by sunshine and a well prepared track guaranteed a great Ski Marathon Festival for about 3500 skiers. On Saturday the classic events were taking place, and today on Sunday it was time for the original La Transjurasienne: 70 km
- [Attention, Jizerska 50 ahead!](https://www.worldloppet.com/attention-jizerska-50-ahead/) - ČEZ Jizerská 50 starts this coming weekend. The program begins on Friday morning with children’s races, and from then on there will be practically continuous racing going on until Sunday’s highlight – the 50K classic technique race. We have collected the information you need to know when and where to register for the race, what
- [Vlog: Gunnar's Nordic Adventures at König Ludwig Lauf 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/vlog-gunnars-nordic-adventures-at-konig-ludwig-lauf-2022/) - Vlog coming in 3,2,1...Gunnar's Nordic Adventures, this time from Oberammergau , the home of the royal König Ludwig Lauf ! The 2022 edition of the german Worldloppet race was an adventure for itself, as it was finally celebrating a comeback to the tracks after 2 years break. Only happy faces to see among the thousands of starters,
- [König Ludwig Lauf weekend concluded with Swedish double victory](https://www.worldloppet.com/konig-ludwig-lauf-weekend-concluded-with-swedish-double-victory/) - Kaiser weather on the King Ludwig weekend in Oberammergau. Today 850 skiers have participated in the Classic Technique races of König Ludwig Lauf. The weather was perfect for a ski marathon: Sunshine but minus degrees. A perfect day of marathon skiing in the valley between Ettal and Oberammergau. This weather conditions made the tracks quite
- [Gallery: König Ludwig Lauf 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-konig-ludwig-lauf-2022/) - On the weekend of February 5th and 6th the König Ludwig Lauf has celebrated its comeback. Thousands of smiling skier's faces, royal weather, perfect tracks and dominating Swedes. That's the short summary of the Germany Worldloppet weekend 2022. Here are some of the greatest shots taken this weekend. Images from (c) sebastianschulte.com (c) sebastianschulte.com
- [König Ludwig Lauf ready to hit the tracks](https://www.worldloppet.com/konig-ludwig-lauf-ready-to-hit-the-tracks/) - Tomorrow (5th Feb) morning the König Ludwig Lauf is going to be back to business. The start places are well booked, the tracks are under preparation, the OC team is working with high pressure and Worldloppet is on site. Tomorrow the skating races are on the program: 10km, 21km and the original 42km course. In
- [Gallery: Marcialonga 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-marcialonga-2022/) - On January 30th 2022 the 49th edition of Marcialonga took place. About 5000 skiers had been registered, among them the elite of marathon skiing. Winners were Russian Ermil Vokuev and Sweden's Ida Dahl. (c) Giacomo Podetti
- [Russian and Swedish Victory at Marcialonga 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/russian-an-swedish-victory-at-marcialonga-2022/) - Today 08:00 am the first skiers have started in Moena, to ski the 70 km through the Valley of Fiemme/Fassa up to Cavalese. 2:51:57 the first one has crossed the finish line: Russia's Ermil Vokuev wins the 2022 edition of Marcialonga 45 seconds ahead of Norwegian Kasper Stadaas, who has won the final sprint against
- [Marcialonga ready for 5000 skiers to arrive to Cavalese](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-ready-for-5000-skiers-to-arrive-to-cavalese/) - 37 nations ready for over 5000 participants for this 49th edition, starting tomorrow Sunday at 8 am from Moena. First bibs are for elite skiers, among them, Emil Persson, winner in 2021, Max Novak, current leader of the Ski Classics ranking. Also, there is the Norwegian Tord Asle Gjerdalen, who, seen the good weather forecast, is
- [Which Upcoming Worldloppet Races are going to Take Place and How](https://www.worldloppet.com/wich-upcoming-worldloppet-races-are-going-to-take-place-and-how/) - In times like these, informations changes on a daily basis. We want to give you an overview about current situation at the upcoming Worldloppet events, so you can make a decision either to travel there or not. The good news first: Almost all events can take place somehow. Marcialonga preparations are fully in swing 5000
- [Vlog: This is how we saved the Dolomitenlauf 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/vlog-this-is-how-we-saved-the-dolomitenlauf-2022/) - Another episode in our ? Vlog "Gunnar's Nordic Adventures!" ? Past weekend we travelled to Austria ?? t o our Friends from Dolomitenlauf, to ski the traditional Worldloppet race. Unfortunately, It was cancelled 22 hours before the race. ? Check out how we saved the weekend for more than 130 skiers from USA, Chile, New
- [Worldloppet Individual Run saves cancelled Dolomitenlauf](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-individual-run-saves-cancelled-dolomitenlauf/) - What began as the biggest disappointment possible, ended as a great weekend of individual skiing at Obertilliach. Past weekend, the Austrian Dolomitenlauf should have taken place with a Classic and a Skating race day. Everything seemed to work out and hundreds of skiers from Austria and all around the world have travelled to the region around
- [Update: Dolomitenlauf 2022 Cancelled On Last Meters](https://www.worldloppet.com/dolomitenlauf-2022-cancelled-on-last-meters/) - The worst news are arriving us from Austria: The Dolomitenlauf 2022 had to be cancelled on the last meters. Tomorrow (22.01.2022) the first race should have taken place in skating technique and on Sunday the classic race. But the local authorities have withdrawn the permission to carry out the race. The final decision was made
- [Covid-Update: Dolomitenlauf 2022 taking place in Obertilliach](https://www.worldloppet.com/dolomitenlauf-2022-taking-place-in-obertilliach/) - Since the 1970s, Obertilliach has become a substitute venue for the traditional Dolomitenlauf. Last continuously from 2010 to 2019. The 50th anniversary of the Dolomitenlauf was celebrated with the finish on the main square in Lienz. Now, in 2022, the Dolomitenlauf will once again take place in Obertilliach. On January 22nd the free technique race is going
- [Go to Vasaloppet 2022 for free](https://www.worldloppet.com/go-to-vasaloppet-2022-for-free/) - Soon we are going to celebrate the 100th anniversary of our Swedish member race, the Vasaloppet. The 90 km classic race on March 6th is fully booked out since months, but the Vasaloppet organization has given some final starting bibs to the Worldloppet family. Now we want our loyal skiers to profit from these final
- [Vasaloppet China appropriate start of winter 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/vasaloppet-china-appropriate-start-of-winter-2022/) - This morning hours (09:00 am local time) the Vasaloppet China has been started. 400 Chinese skiers hit the tracks in Jingyuetan Park near Changchun under almost minus 20 degrees. While some skiers are still out there concluding their 50 km classic technique race, the winners of 2022's Vasaloppet China are already preparing for the big
- [Gallery: Vasaloppet China 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-vasaloppet-china-2022/) - On January 4th 2022 the Vasaloppet China kicked off the Worldloppet winter season with 400 Chinese skiers. Winners were Bao Lin and Li Lei.
- [400 skiers await brilliant conditions for tomorrow's Vasaloppet China](https://www.worldloppet.com/400-skiers-await-brilliant-conditions-for-tomorrows-vasaloppet-china/) - Tomorrow (4th Jan) the Vasaloppet China is going to kick off the Worldloppet winter season. The 50 km classic course is leading the participants through the woods and over the lakes of Jingyuetan National Forest Park. 415 skiers have registered, all of them locals, as traveling to China is still not possible. The participants await
- [The dream of a full Birkie - The story of a Worldloppet Master](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-dream-of-a-full-birkie-the-story-of-a-worldloppet-master/) - A story from Christer Finne (FIN), Worldloppet Master #4353 The dream of a full Birkie is still alive in me. But will the corona situation allow me to participate? Birkie is kind of special to me as I bought my first Worldloppet passport in Hayward, Wisconsin/USA and started collecting stamps at Birkie 2007. That was
- [Sapporo Skimarathon accessible only for nationals](https://www.worldloppet.com/sapporo-skimarathon-accessible-only-for-nationals/) - On February 6th the Sapporo Skimarathon is going to take place. Unfortunately it is not possible to enter Japan for international skiers, which makes the 42nd edition of Japan's Worldloppet race a domestic event. As an alternative, the organizers are offering a virtual edition of Japan' biggest ski marathon: The Fun on Sapporo Virtual Race.
- [Vasaloppet China taking place as domestic event](https://www.worldloppet.com/vasaloppet-china-taking-place-as-domestic-event/) - On January 4th the Vasaloppet China should open the Worldloppet winter season 2022 and the new year. For a long time it was not clear, if the race can take place due to very strict restrictions because of the ongoing pandemic. Now it is clear: The 20th edition of Vasaloppet China is going to take
- [Free wax service at Tartu Maraton for Passportholders](https://www.worldloppet.com/free-wax-service-at-tartu-maraton-for-passportholders/) - Tartu Maraton's Organizers are coming up with a special offer to all Worldloppet Passportholders. Everybody who owns a Worldloppet Passport registering for the Tartu Maraton gets a free wax service. No matter when the registration is done. But if you want to get an extra good price, you should register until December 13th. This free
- [30 organizations taking part in the Worldloppet Autumn Seminar](https://www.worldloppet.com/30-organizations-taking-part-in-the-worldloppet-autumn-seminar/) - Another winter we have to deal with Covid and its impact to race organizations. Over the summer months many race organizers have collected experiences in Covid control, security plans, restrictions... Now, right bevor winter is coming into our countries Worldloppet has invited more than 30 organizations to meet virtually and exchange these experiences. "In times
- [Tartu Maraton serves 17.000 reusable dishes](https://www.worldloppet.com/tartu-maraton-serves-17-000-reusable-dishes/) - For the first time, environmentally friendly dishes were used in Tartu Marathon autumn events. In co-operation with the local organisation Eesti Pandipakend, food and drinks were served in reusable bowls and cups in the finish canteen. We asked Kaupo Tammemäe, the Service Manager of Tartu Marathon, how big was the impact for the nature, how
- [One Calendar for all ski marathons in the world](https://www.worldloppet.com/one-calendar-for-all-ski-marathons-in-the-world/) - "The world of cross-country skiing is to small for staying apart from each other. We have to share our experiences and knowlege to stand better for the sport we love." To this conclusion came the officials of the world federation for marathon skiing, Worldloppet. This is the reason why the federation has begun to reach out to the
- [Internationals able again to travel to Demino Skimarathon](https://www.worldloppet.com/internationals-able-again-to-travel-to-demino-skimarathon/) - On March 6th and 7th 2022 it is time again, to ski a marathon in Russia. The Demino Skimarathon is going in to its 15th edition in Rybinsk. This winter international participants are able again, to travel to Rybinsk. The organizers help with the visa. The competition program will be opened on March 6th with
- [Final chance to go to Vasaloppet 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/final-chance-to-go-to-vasaloppet-2022/) - The Vasaloppet 2022 will be a very special one. First of all, after a year "COVID break" the masses of marathon skiers will return to Sälen, the start of Vasaloppet. On March 6th the Swedish Worldloppet race is also celebrating its 100th anniversary. No wonder, the race was fully booked out after some days. So
- [König Ludwig Lauf offering 100 % guarantee for their participants 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/konig-ludwig-lauf-offering-100-guarantee-for-their-participants-2022/) - Not only does european summer time end on October 31st, but also the early bird discount for signing up to the König Ludwig Lauf ends on October 31st 11:59 p.m. CET. Until the, you may register for the König Ludwig Lauf 2022, taking place on February 4th to 6th, in order to benefit from reduced
- [What is the point about the Open Track format?](https://www.worldloppet.com/what-is-the-point-about-the-open-track-format/) - The American Birkebeiner is adding one more day of racing during Birkie Week! Introducing the Open Track experience – same great events, same racecourse, inspiring downtown finish, simply with a more relaxed approach. The Open Track event is for skiers that want to compete against themselves on the famed Birkie Trail. Limited to the first 1000 people,
- [Video: Merino Muster Alternative Event bringing fun to Snow Farm](https://www.worldloppet.com/video-merino-muster-alternative-event-bringing-fun-to-snow-farm/) - The real Merino Muster was cancelled due to another wave of Covid. Instead, a small event was organized for local skiers. Even though it was not the big international event as usually, fun and action was guaranteed. Picture Gallery
- [Gallery: Alternative Merino Muster 2021](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-alternative-merino-muster-2021/) - Due to another wave of Covid the Merino Muster 2021 was cancelled. As an alternative a small fun event for locals skiers was organized.
- [Cancelled: Delta forces Merino Muster to cancellation](https://www.worldloppet.com/cancelled-delta-forces-merino-muster-to-cancellation/) - Unfortunately Covid does not stop from the new season. Now, after Ushuaialoppet and Kangaroo Hoppet, also the New Zealand Worldloppet member Merino Muster had to announce the cancellation. The Covid cases in New Zealand are increasing again and the Delta variant is making the situation very unclear. The race was planned to start on 18th
- [News from Japan: Sapporo in the post Olympic year](https://www.worldloppet.com/news-from-japan-sapporo-in-the-post-olympic-year/) - From July 23rd to August 8th 2021 the Olympic Games were taking place in Tokyo. The Worldloppet venue Sapporo - home of the Sapporo Skimarathon - was the host of the marathon and the power walking race. Unlike Japan's biggest xc-ski event, the Olympic events were taking place in the city of Sapporo, which brought
- [Vlog: Hot Beer at the Finish Line of Tartu Maraton](https://www.worldloppet.com/vlog-hot-beer-at-the-finish-line-of-tartu-maraton/) - Everyone who arrives the woods of Elva, finish of the Tartu Maraton ?? awaits a speciality, you only get at the 63km long marathon. The famous hot beer is one of the best isotonic drinks you can get after an exhausting race. I got to know the secrete how it is made. My friend Guido
- [Merino Muster postponed, Ushuaialoppet extended](https://www.worldloppet.com/merino-muster-postponed-ushuaialoppet-extended/) - Merino Muster postponed to mid of September As new COVID restrictions are affecting New Zealand, Merino Muster's OC has announced, that the Merino Muster 2021 gets postponed for two weeks. New the race should take place on 18th September. The trails at the Snow Farm in Wanaka are in a great shape, as the region
- [Best snowfalls in years at Merino Muster venue](https://www.worldloppet.com/best-snowfall-in-years-at-merino-muster-venue/) - In 2021 the tracks won't be an issue for the organizers of the Merino Muster. Indeed, the organizers are talking about the best snow conditions in years at Snow Farm, the venue of New Zealand's Worldloppet race. But also the Covid-19 Delta variant has arrived New Zealand which makes the race on 4th September uncertain.
- [COVID certificates make sports events possible](https://www.worldloppet.com/covid-certificates-make-sports-events-possible/) - The COVID certificates implemented earlier this summer in Estonia have started to re-open the world and give the possibility to organize the popular sports events again. Of course, there is still a lot of insecurity in connection with the year 2022. However, the developments today also give an idea of what can be expected in
- [Kangaroo Hoppet 2021 cancelled! Virtual event as an alternative](https://www.worldloppet.com/kangaroo-hoppet-2021-cancelled-virtual-event-as-an-alternative/) - That there won't be an on-snow Kangaroo Hoppet for the most of us was clear already. International travel bans and restrictions made it almost impossible for international skiers to travel to Falls Creek and participate at this year's Kangaroo Hoppet. But now, after a meeting of the OC past week, the decision was made, not
- [Prepare for Birken with Marit Bjørgen and Martin Sundby](https://www.worldloppet.com/prepare-for-birken-with-marit-bjorgen-and-martin-sundby/) - In 2022 the famous Norwegian Worldloppet race Birkebeinerrennet is going to take place again after the cancellation of past winter. On 18th and 19th March 2022 again thousands of skiing enthusiasts are invited to make their way over the mountains between Lillehammer and Rena. The registrations for 2022's Birkebeinerrennet are already open and for all
- [Ushuaialoppet 2021 goes virtual](https://www.worldloppet.com/ushuaialoppet-2021-goes-virtual/) - Yes, yes... It is not the same. But it still is the Ushuaialoppet, the southernmost cross-country ski race in the world. Unfortunately the Covid-situation in Argentina is still not allowing any sports events like the Worldloppet member race Ushuaialoppet in Tierra del Fuego. The OC was forced to cancel the race for the second time
- [Summer competitions for Worldloppet Skiers: The Summer Race's Calendar](https://www.worldloppet.com/summer-competitions-for-worldloppet-skiers-the-summer-races-calendar/) - Every skier knows the saying 'a winter athlete is made during summer'. And we all know, we don't want to wait with competing in marathons until snow is coming. This is the reason, why we have collected all summer events organized by Worldloppet member races to one calendar. A calendar that shows you your summer
- [Cooperation with "xc-ski.de" brings a new challenge to the Virtual Racing League](https://www.worldloppet.com/cooperation-with-xc-ski-de-brings-a-new-challenge-to-the-virtual-racing-league/) - Basically the Virtual Racing League was formed, to unite all virtual events organized by Worldloppet member races. But in order to hold together the whole Cross-Country skiing community, Worldloppet has decided to bring in a few selected cooperation partners. During the winter season Worldloppet and the International Ski Federation (FIS) have shown their close cooperation,
- [Kangaroo Hoppet ready to kick off the new Worldloppet season](https://www.worldloppet.com/kangaroo-hoppet-ready-to-kick-off-the-new-worldloppet-season/) - On the 28th August it is time for a new Cross-Country skiing season, a new season of Worldloppet ski marathons. The Kangaroo Hoppet in Falls Creek, Australia, is going to celebrate its 30th jubilee. 42km, 21km and 7km are standing on the program. Obviously, due to ongoing travel restrictions, the event will be an Australian
- [Marcialonga awarded with the most prestigious price by local authorities](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-awarded-with-the-most-prestigious-price-by-local-authorities/) - Every year, on the last weekend of January, the valleys of Fiemme and Fassa, Italy, host one of the most famous cross-country skiing events in the world, Worldloppet's member, Marcialonga. Fifty years have passed since 7th February 1971 (before 1974, the race used to be held between late January and early February) and the Autonomous
- [Positive vibes at the Worldloppet Annual General Meeting 2021](https://www.worldloppet.com/positive-vibes-at-the-worldloppet-annual-general-meeting-2021/) - Today, June 17th, the member races of Worldloppet - the worldfederation for marathon skiing - gathered for their Annual General Meeting. For the second time in history, the delegates met online, due to the pandemic. This also was the main topic of the meeting: The impact of the pandemic to the sport of popular cross-country
- [VLOG: Best Austrian at Tartu Maraton 2021 (Maybe also the only one...)](https://www.worldloppet.com/vlog-best-austrian-at-tartu-maraton-2021-maybe-also-the-only-one/) - Together with 3500 skiers I made my way from Otepää to Elva at 2021's Tartu Maraton. Tough conditions, but a great race: My mom always said: 'One day, when you train hard enough , you will become best Austrian at Tartu Maraton!' Have a look into Estonia's Tartu Maraton, in this VLOG and see: Will
- [Positive lessons from the pandemic year](https://www.worldloppet.com/positive-lessons-from-the-pandemic-year/) - Tartu Maraton's race director Indrek Kelk answers three questions about the pandemic year. The Tartu Maraton was one of the few events that took place successfully past winter. Here is what the OC has learned: Over the past year Tartu Maraton has organized six events. Two of them took place only virtually. Four events, including
- [Exclusive Marcialonga Early Registration Right for Passport Holders](https://www.worldloppet.com/exclusive-marcialonga-early-registration-right-for-passport-holders/) - On June 1st the registration for the Italian Marcialonga will open. Only 1000 bibs will be available. So those who don't want to miss the Italian Worldloppet race in 2022 better hurry. Usually the available bibs are sold out within some minutes. Marcialonga Registration But the Worldloppet Passport holders and Worldloppet Masters have the exclusive right
- [Win two Worldloppet Passports](https://www.worldloppet.com/win-two-worldloppet-passports/) - Have you already checked out your cross-country skiing statistics in your MyLoppet profil? What is your average speed in your marathon races? Share MyLoppet with your friends and compare your statistics! MyLoppet Profil If you are already registered for MyLoppet on Worldloppet website, visit our Facebook page and tag a friend, that needs a profile
- [Gallery: Fossavatnsgangan 2021](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-fossavatnsgangan-2021/) - Check out the best shots from Worldloppet's season ender, the Icelandic Fossvatnsgangan in Isafjördur.
- [Einarsson and Pessey win Fossavatnsgangan under Icelandic conditions](https://www.worldloppet.com/einarsson-and-pessey-win-fossavatnsgangan-under-icelandic-conditions/) - The mountains of Isafjördur welcomed the skiers of Fossavatnsgangan 2022 with real Icelandic conditions: Wind, fresh snow, cold. Even more impressive are the performances of the athletes. In total 233 skiers started in wave starts over the 50 km track and all of them have made it to the finish. The fastest among them were
- [Fossavatnsgangan ready to end the Worldloppet winter](https://www.worldloppet.com/fossavatnsgangan-ready-to-end-the-worldloppet-winter/) - With the bright side of live we can end this winter: The Icelandic Worldloppet race, Fossavatnsgangan, will take place this weekend. Famous for its astonishing mountain- and fjord views and the warm hospitality of Isafjordur's inhabitants, the Fossavatnsgangan is a worthy season ender year by year. On Thursday a freestyle race opened the skiing festival
- [Aukland: "Long-distance skiing should be long-distance!"](https://www.worldloppet.com/aukland-long-distance-skiing-should-be-long-distance/) - The Norwegian pro skier, team owner, FIS Worldloppet Cup winner, Olympic gold medalist Anders Aukland has set an impressive new world record past weekend: Skiing 700 consecutive kilometers over 41 hours. We have talked to the tired, but happy world record holder. Worldloppet: 2 days later... I assume you are not fully recovered yet after
- [Virtual Racers await great prizes for their title](https://www.worldloppet.com/virtual-racers-await-great-prizes-for-their-title/) - The Virtual Racing League has been a great challenge for all who wanted to continue doing outdoor sports and exchange their experiences with a community also during this Corona-winter. More the 100 athletes were able to achieve the title Virtual Racer after completing seven different virtual events. Virtual Racer Hall of Fame Time to honor
- [Registrations are open for the "new" Finlandia Hiihto 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/registrations-are-open-for-the-new-finlandia-hiihto-2022/) - The organizers of the Finlandia Hiihto have used the easter weekend to open the registrations for 2022's edition of the Finnish Worldloppet race taking place in Lahti. Registration In order to improve the Worldloppet winter calendar the Finlandia Hiihto was moved to Saturday the 12th February and Sunday the 13th February 2022. On Saturday the
- [Major ski marathon calendar changes in 2022](https://www.worldloppet.com/major-ski-marathon-calendar-changes-in-2022/) - The Worldloppet season is not over yet, but we are already looking into 2022. Two ski marathons have decided to change their dates. The Finlandia Hiihto was usually taking place on the last February weekend has moved to mid of February: 12th and 13th February 2022. The Russian Worldloppet race Demino Skimarathon has changed the
- [Virtual Racing League goes into over time with two races added](https://www.worldloppet.com/virtual-racing-league-goes-into-over-time-with-two-races-added/) - "The Virtual Racing League was definitely the right thing to do. So many sportsmen are giving us the greatest feedback. They are happy to have a challenge to do in times like these, that motivates to go outside and experience sports adventures.", says Epp Paal, Worldloppet CEO, about the league of virtual races organized by
- [Vasaloppet 2022 sold out within hours](https://www.worldloppet.com/vasaloppet-2022-sold-out-within-hours/) - The registration for 2022's Vasaloppet Winter Week and the 100th anniversary opened yesterday (Sun 21st Mar) morning. Only a few hours later the Vasaloppet was fully booked. The 15,800 start places in Vasaloppet were filled this morning and over 28,000 had registered for a Winter Week 2022 race before noon."Of course it's fantastic that so
- [Gallery: Engadin Skimarathon Individual 2021](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-engadin-skimarathon-individual-2021/) - In 2021 the Engadin Skimarathon could not take place as usually with 14.000 skiers. But the organizers were able to offer an open track event, the Engadin Skimarathon Individual. More than 2500 skiers joined the race. Also we did. Check out some impressions. In 2021, the Engadin Skimarathon OC has also organized the FIS World
- [WinterBirken QR is going on the finish lane](https://www.worldloppet.com/winterbirken-qr-is-going-on-the-finish-lane/) - Only five days remain to finish this year's skiing event from Birkebeinerrennet. The Norwegian health authorities did not allow the real mass start race, so the organizers came up with an open track event: The WinterBirken QR. Alongside the course five QR-Codes are placed, which the participants have to scan and prove that they have
- [Vlog: Mountains, sunshine, lots of snow: Engadin Skimarathon 2021](https://www.worldloppet.com/vlog-mountains-sunshine-lots-of-snow-engadin-skimarathon-2021/) - We traveled to the beautiful valley of Engadin, to join the Engadin Skimarathon Individual 2021 and to check out, how the organizers of the Engadiner are doing their job with organizing the FIS Cross-Country Skiing World Cup final! At the end, a very important tradition in marathon skiing gets revealed and Frida Karlsson tells us,
- [Gallery: Demino Skimarathon 2021](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-demino-skimarathon-2021/) - See the best shots from Demino Ski Marathon 2021.
- [Gallery: Bieg Piastow 2021](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-bieg-piastow-2021/) - In 2021 th Bieg Piastow took place as an individual open track race. More than 3000 skiers came to Jakuszyce to participate. Check out some of the highlights. ? Marcin Oliva Soto
- [Most massive edition of Demino Ski Marathon in history](https://www.worldloppet.com/most-massive-edition-of-demino-ski-marathon-in-history/) - On March 6, at 11 o'clock near Rybinsk, the XIV international Rostec Demino Ski Marathon Worldloppet 2021 started. 2,367 athletes and ski enthusiasts registered for the 50-kilometer distance free style event. The gold race became the most massive in the history of Demino starts. In total 3,600 people from 58 regions of Russia applied for
- [VLOG: 15 hours car ride for 3 hours of skiing - Bieg Piastow 2021](https://www.worldloppet.com/vlog-15-hours-car-ride-for-3-hours-of-skiing-bieg-piastow-2021/) - VLOG: Bieg Piastow 2021 15 hours car ride from Austria to Poland withing two days for 3 hours of skiing! And it was worth it! In this video you see my cross-country skiing day at Jakuszyce/POL when I did the Bieg Piastow Individual race 2021. Bieg Piastów is already inviting all skiers to join in
- [Gjerdalen and Korsgren win Vasaloppet 2021](https://www.worldloppet.com/gjerdalen-and-korsgren-win-vasaloppet-2021/) - The Norwegian Anders Gjerdalen and the Swede Lina Korsgren grab the victory in 2021's Vasaloppet elite race. Both in record time. Battle between Björgen and Korsgren It had minus 6 degrees, when 73 elite ladies started today at 07:40 in Sälen, Sweden, start of Vasaloppet. All eyes have been on Norway's Marit Björgen: Would the
- [Watch the Demino Skimarathon live](https://www.worldloppet.com/watch-the-demino-skimarathon-live/) - This weekend, the Russian Worldloppet race is taking place. The Demino Skimarathon is hosting a 50 km Free Technique competition tomorrow 6th March, and a 25 km Classic Technique competition on Sunday 7th. Both races will be broadcasted live. Starting time is 08:00 CET on both days. Internationals who are not able to travel to
- [Already 1600 finishers at Bieg Piastow Individual](https://www.worldloppet.com/already-1600-finishers-at-bieg-piastow-individual/) - The 45th Bieg Piastów, in Szklarska Poręba/Jakuszyce due to anti-covid restrictions is organized as solo race. The participants can either do the "original" Bieg Piastow on the real race course with official time keeping, or anywhere in the world in the virtual edition. Both solutions are carried out as non-competitive race, but with the open
- [Demino Skimarathon ready to take place in-person and virtually](https://www.worldloppet.com/demino-skimarathon-ready-to-take-place-in-person-and-virtually/) - Coming weekend 3 Worldloppet races are waiting for us. The Swedish Vasaloppet will take place as elite event, the Polish Bieg Piastow will finish it's individual race period and the Russian Demino Skimarathon will take place both, in-person in Demino and as virtual event. On Saturday 6th March, the Russian Worldloppet race, Demino Skimarathon is
- [Gallery: American Birkebeiner 2021](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-american-birkebeiner-2021/) - It was a different Birkie compared to the years before, but the event took place. Over 5 days the participants skied on an alternative race course with many small starting waves. Here is what happened during the Birkie week 2021. ? American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation
- [A Birkie unlike any found in any other year](https://www.worldloppet.com/a-birkie-unlike-any-found-in-any-other-year/) - With fresh fallen snow covering the classic course on the AmericanBirkebeiner Trail, the race was slow and challenging for skiers in the 47th Slumberland American Birkebeiner (Birkie) classic championship race, Sunday 28th February. In this unique year, the annual Birkie ski race was completely modified from the traditional point to point race – traditionally American
- [Birkebeinerrennet 2021 forced to cancellation](https://www.worldloppet.com/birkebeinerrennet-2021-forced-to-cancellation/) - Birken AS is, due to the strong official covid-restrictions, forced to cancel this years Birkebeinerrennet. But there still is a chance, to collect a stamp in your Worldloppet Passport: To give more people the possibility to enter WinterBirken QR, its period is extended with two weeks, to the original date for Birkebeinerrennet, March 21. In
- [FIS joins the Virtual Racing League](https://www.worldloppet.com/fis-joins-the-virtual-racing-league/) - The cooperation between the International Ski Federation and Worldloppet has been fruitful ever since. The marathon skiing elite cup FIS Worldloppet Cup carried out by Worldloppet and its member races and supported by the FIS was the last major common project. Now it is time for a new one: FIS is joining the Virtual Racing
- [Final days to join the virtual Jizerska 50](https://www.worldloppet.com/final-days-to-join-the-virtual-jizerska-50/) - Unfortunately only the professionals’ races were granted the exemption by the Czech Ministry of Health, but Jizerská 50 is unique mainly because of the participation of hobby skiers. For this reason the organizers decided to offer a virtual race thanks to which the more than 50-year history of Jizerská 50 can continue at least at
- [Gallery: Tartu Maraton 2021](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-tartu-maraton-2021/) - Tartu Maraton 2021 was taking place with 3500 skiers participating. Almost all coming from Estonia, as internationals havn't been able to travel to Tartu. ? Adam Illingworth
- [VLOG: Best Austrian at Tartu Maraton 2021 (Any maybe also the only one...)](https://www.worldloppet.com/vlog-best-austrian-at-tartu-maraton-2021-any-maybe-also-the-only-one/) - Together with 3500 skiers I made my way from Otepää to Elva at 2021's Tartu Maraton. Tough conditions, but a great race: My mom always said: 'One day, when you train hard enough , you will become best Austrian at Tartu Maraton! ' Have a look into Estonia's Tartu Maraton, in this VLOG and see:
- [Mannima & Polluste are the winners of Tartu Maraton 2021](https://www.worldloppet.com/mannima-polluste-are-the-winners-of-tartu-maraton-2021/) - As there were almost no international skiers at the starting line, the chance was more than high, that finally Estonians can celebrate a home victory at Tartu Maraton. And they took the chance! Tatjana Mannima turned out to not only be the fastest woman today, she also was in the leading group of the men
- [Will Estonians take the victory of Tartu Maraton after 16 years?](https://www.worldloppet.com/will-estonians-take-the-victory-of-tartu-maraton-after-16-years/) - The main favorites of Tartu Maraton are Niko Koskela (FIN), the winner of Tartu Maraton in 2019, and Mart Kevin Põlluste, who finished as the best Estonian in the same year. Tatjana Mannima (EST) is a favorite among women. The Finnish skier, Niko Koskela, will be a tough competition for two Estonians – Mart Kevin
- [The King is joining the Virtual Racing League](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-king-is-joining-the-virtual-racing-league/) - On March 7th a small group of elite skiers will ski the king of cross-country skiing races, the Vasaloppet - the Swedish Worldloppet race. Popular skiers are prevented to participate. But the organizers came up with some ideas, to offer the Vasa experience also to amateurs, including the possibility to get a stamp in your
- [Gallery: Jizerska 50 elite race 2021](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-jizerska-50-elite-race-2021/) - In 2021 only a small group of elite skiers was allowed to join the Czech Worldloppet event. The local healthy ministry did not allow a mass event. But the pro team athletes brought a great competition to the Jizera Mountains, with two Swedes taking the victory: Emil Persson and Lina Korsgren. ? Jakub Nedbal
- [Sweden and Sweden take the victory in today's Jizerska 50](https://www.worldloppet.com/sweden-and-sweden-take-the-victory-in-todays-jizerska-50/) - Before the race local hero Kateřina Smutná mentioned she’d like to grab a medal at this year’s Jizerská 50. And she’s succeeded. With a third place, she stood on the podium again after two years. The best Czech male skier was Jiří Pliska who came 19th. The fight for the gold among the long-distance women
- [Jizerska 50 elite racing weekend coming](https://www.worldloppet.com/jizerska-50-elite-racing-weekend-coming/) - The only exception by the Czech Ministry of Health was given to the professional events of Jizerska 50 because their participants are regularly tested. They will compete today, Friday 12th, in a sprint event and on Sunday 14th the 50 km CT main race. The Jizerska 50 is one of the "Grand Classics" events of
- [Despite pandemic: Several Wordloppet races can take place](https://www.worldloppet.com/despite-pandemic-several-wordloppet-races-can-take-place/) - Despite the ongoing pandemic, the famous Marcialonga has taken place end of January. The organizers had to invest a lot of effort, to guarantee a safe race for more than 1100 skiers, but they managed it. Also other Worldloppet events got permission from the local authorities to take place. While the upcoming Jizerska Padesatka (14th
- [Gallery: Marcialonga 2021](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-marcialonga-2021/) - It was a special year. A special Marcialonga. But it was a Marcialonga. See the best shots from 2021's Marcialonga. Marcialonga Story 2021 ? newspower.it
- [König Ludwig Lauf offering free virtual event](https://www.worldloppet.com/konig-ludwig-lauf-offering-free-virtual-event/) - The König Ludwig Lauf 2021 was forced to cancellation, but the tracks in Oberammergau are marvelous. If you would have skied their the past days, you may would recognize some signs with a QR-code on it. They are needed for the alternative virtual event the organizers have released now: Mein König Ludwig Lauf 2021. Free
- [Virtual edition remains as possibility to join the Jizerska 50](https://www.worldloppet.com/virtual-edition-remains-as-possibility-to-join-the-jizerska-50/) - Unfortunately only the professionals’ races were granted the exemption by the Czech Ministry of Health, but Jizerská 50 is unique mainly because of the participation of hobby skiers. For this reason the organizers have decided to organize a virtual race thanks to which we will be able to continue in the more than 50-year history
- [Vlog: Virtual Adventure - Vasaloppet China Home Edition](https://www.worldloppet.com/video-virtual-adventure-vasaloppet-china-home-edition/) - Join us on our virtual adventure, when we participated in the Vasaloppet China - Home Edition 2021. Mountaineering in Austria! This was the 5th step for me, becoming a VIRTUAL RACER in the Virtual Racing League. Accept the challenge and join the Virtual Racing League Until 31st Jan you can participate in the Vasa China
- [Vlog: "THIS IS MARCIALONGA 2021"](https://www.worldloppet.com/vlog-this-is-marcialonga-2021/) - ?? „Madness? THIS IS MARCIALONGA!“ - What a weekend! A ski marathon taking place during the pandemic? Yes, Marcialonga took place and we have been there.VLOG: Marcialonga 2021 - A special year! Have a look inside the Marcialonga in pandemic times ?.Including:? Gunnar almost loosing composure after 68 km skiing? Visit in Caseificio Sociale Val di Fiemme, a main sponsor
- [Swedish double victory at Marcialonga 2021](https://www.worldloppet.com/swedish-double-victory-at-marcialonga-2021/) - The 48th Marcialonga was a success. Despite all the difficulties caused by the pandemic and the many snowfalls – with a fresh snowfall last night – that forced the organizers to work hard over the last few weeks, the organizing committee of Marcialonga managed to stage a true “miracle”. This year, 1,250 people took part
- [International skiers welcome at Demino Skimarathon 2021](https://www.worldloppet.com/international-skiers-welcome-at-demino-skimarathon-2021/) - Our friends from Demino Skimarathon got the permission from the local authorities to carry out the Russian Worldloppet race as planned on March 6th and 7th. The starting slots are limited, but with today 654 are left for the 50 km race (Worldloppet Gold race) and 118 are left for the 25 km race (Worldloppet
- [In memoriam Hans Reicherl (1935–2021)](https://www.worldloppet.com/in-memoriam-hans-reicherl-1935-2021/) - On January 26th, former Worldloppet Secretary General and CEO of König Ludwig Lauf Mr. Hans Reicherl passed away. Hans was engaged in sports related activities all his life, with xc-skiing since 1968 being a founding-member of König Ludwig Lauf and later the CEO of the race in 1977 - 2019. He also gave contribution to
- [Gallery: Marcialonga Story 2021](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-marcialonga-story-2021/) - The Marcialonga Story event is taking place the day before the race day. Participants celebrate the traditional history of cross-country skiing and Marcialonga with skiing 12 km with wooden skies and historic outfits. ? newspower.it
- [2000 skiers marching from Moena to Cavalese this weekend](https://www.worldloppet.com/2000-skiers-marching-from-moena-to-cavalese-this-weekend/) - The 48th Marcialonga is just around the corner. Two days to go until the Italian Worldloppet race will take place on Sunday 31 January. With many restrictions due to the pandemic. The event will be held ‘behind closed doors’, but there will be around 2000 participants from 24 different countries. In addition to Italy with
- [Update: Jizerska 50 will take place as elite race! And the popular skiers?](https://www.worldloppet.com/jizerska-50-will-take-place-as-elite-race-and-the-popular-skiers/) - Today our Czech representative, the Jizerska 50 announced the latest update about their event in 2021. Already 5000 registered skiers are waiting for the health ministry to decide if the race can take place or not. Snow is no problem in 2021. The tracks are groomed and the weather situation is great. Now the authorities
- [Open track and virtual event save the Bieg Piastow 2021](https://www.worldloppet.com/open-track-and-virtual-event-save-the-bieg-piastow-2021/) - Now the organizers of Bieg Piastow have a final decision how the Polish Worldloppet race will take place in 2021: The original race course will be prepared and ready for the participants on three weekends end of February, beginning of March. There will be an official time keeping, but the skiers will do the races
- [La Transju' is cancelled, take on the challenge e-Transju'](https://www.worldloppet.com/la-transju-is-cancelled-take-on-the-challenge-e-transju/) - La Transju’, the biggest cross-country ski event in France, and Wordloppet member, should have taken place on February 13th and 14th, 2021. In the difficult COVID sanitary conditions, La Transju’ organizing committee was forced into making the difficult decision to cancel the 2021 edition, but at the same time, invites participants to rise to a sporting
- [Marcialonga and Tartu Maraton get permission to take place](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-and-tartu-maraton-get-permission-to-take-place/) - The pandemic made this winter very uncertain for race organizers and skiers. Which races can take place, which not, which alternatives are offered? The races depend on the local authorities and they change regulations continuously. Many organizers wait for final decisions, while two Worldloppet member races got positive answers. Marcialonga will take place under special
- [Video: Recap Vasaloppet China 2020](https://www.worldloppet.com/video-recap-vasaloppet-china-2021/) - On Dec 29th 2020 the Vasaloppet China took place for the 19th time. Due to the COVID19 travel restrictions the starting field was not an international one but the race took place with 500 Chinese skiers.
- [Updated: Engadin Skimarathon is the next traditional marathon forced to cancellation](https://www.worldloppet.com/engadin-skimarathon-is-the-next-traditional-marathon-forced-to-cancellation/) - The news arriving us this week are not unexpected but still sad: After Gatineau Loppet in Canada and the Austrian Dolomitenlauf, now also the tradition Engadin Skimarathon had to be cancelled. The biggest skating race was scheduled for the 14th of March, but the uncertain situation lets no other choice: "Our hearts bleed, but the
- [Virtual Gatineau Loppet finally ready for your entry](https://www.worldloppet.com/virtual-gatineau-loppet-finally-ready-for-your-entry/) - The Virtual Gatineau Loppet will offer you a variety of distances for $15 (apx 10 € + taxes & fees) between 13h and 28th February. You will be able to complete a 10km, 10 km Challenge, 25 km or 50 km. In order to allow athletes from all over the world to participate, the distances
- [Bad news arriving us from Austria: Dolomitenlauf cancelled!](https://www.worldloppet.com/bad-news-arriving-us-from-austria-dolomitenlauf-cancelled/) - Unfortunately we have received bad news from Austria. In Austria the lockdown got extended until the weekend of the 24th of January - the weekend, the Dolomitenlauf was scheduled. "The restrictions leave us no other choice than cancel the Dolomitenlauf 2021. This is very painful, specially because we are having a perfect snow situation here
- [This is how the Marcialonga looks like in 2021](https://www.worldloppet.com/this-is-how-the-marcialonga-looks-like-in-2021/) - Really? A popular ski race taking place? YES! The organizers of the Italian Marcialonga have confirmed the marathon taking place on the 31st of January. The team is working with high pressure, to ensure maximum safety fo the athletes and snow seems like no problem in 2021. Obviously there will be some changes due to
- [Finally there is a popular ski race again](https://www.worldloppet.com/finally-there-is-a-popular-ski-race-again/) - Tomorrow (29th December) the Vasaloppet China will kick off the Worldloppet winter season 2020/21 - finally a popular ski race taking place again. 540 skiers are registered for tomorrow's 19th Vasaloppet China in the Jingyuetan Park in Changchun. Obviously the starting field is not an international one like in the years before, but a strong
- [Now Japan is presenting another virtual event for you](https://www.worldloppet.com/now-japan-is-presenting-another-virtual-event-for-you/) - In a few days, you can start to collect your seven virtual races for becoming a Virtual Racer. The Virtual Racing League is going to continue on the 29th December with the Virtual Vasaloppet China. Now also Japan has announced the organization of a virtual race: the Fun on Sapporo Virtual Race. "We planned and
- [Cancellation in Canada bringing a new virtual challenge](https://www.worldloppet.com/cancellation-in-canada-bringing-a-new-virtual-challenge/) - The news coming from Canada are not unexpected, but still sad: The Gatineau Loppet has just announced the cancellation of their 2021's ski marathon. "We have looked at multiple scenarios in order to present a safe event in our beautiful Gatineau Park. Nevertheless, we must face the fact that, like almost every cross-country ski event
- [König Ludwig Lauf forced to second cancellation in a row](https://www.worldloppet.com/konig-ludwig-lauf-forced-to-second-cancellation-in-a-row/) - The German state Bavaria, the home of König Ludwig Lauf has announced the desaster situation & has tightened the lockdown. Under these circumstances the OC of the König Ludwig Lauf had to announce the cancellation of the 2021's edition. This is hitting the organizers particularly hard, because this is cancellation number two on a row
- [Tartu Maraton is bringing you another virtual challenge](https://www.worldloppet.com/tartu-maraton-is-bringing-you-another-virtual-challenge/) - Two and a half months before Tartu Marathon the race organizers are considering different options and confirm that the legendary event will be held in any case. When previously the main threat to the event has been poor snow conditions, then this year there’s also a global pandemic. „We have back-up plans based on our
- [Cool and virtual look for the VRL Finisher T-Shirts](https://www.worldloppet.com/design-contest-for-the-virtual-racing-league-finisher-t-shirt/) - The Virtual Racing League is ready for your participation and we are just waiting for the next competition to start: The Virtual Vasaloppet China, starting on 29th December. After finishing 7 virtual races, you will be crowned with the title Virtual Racer. And in addition, you should have something, that shows, you are a real
- [First Virtual Racing League Event ready for registration](https://www.worldloppet.com/first-virtual-racing-league-event-ready-for-registration/) - Now things are getting real: Vasaloppet China opened the registration for their virtual event. Your fist chance to collect one of the required seven virtual races for your Virtual Racer Title. The Vasaloppet China 2021 will be organized in two different ways. First, on December 29th 2020, the real 50 km classic techinque race will
- [Rollout of the Digital Passport](https://www.worldloppet.com/rollout-of-the-digital-passport/) - It has been a working process for three years, but now we managed it: We have worked through almost 2 million race result data from over 600.000 skiers collected in our database and now we finally can present to you the Digital Passport. Your Digital Passport MyLoppet is the login-system on our website. Once you
- [+Update+ Only 400 elite skiers at Vasaloppet 2021](https://www.worldloppet.com/only-400-elite-skiers-at-vasaloppet-2021/) - This week the OC of the Swedish Worldloppet race, Vasaloppet, has decided on how to carry out their events in 2021 due to the COVID pandemic. The king of cross-country ski races will take place, as planned, on the 7th march. But only elite skiers will stand on the starting line in Sälen. Usually thousands
- [New challenge available: The Virtual Racing League](https://www.worldloppet.com/new-challenge-available-the-virtual-racing-league/) - It is time to talk about positive things again. Over the past weeks we have been working with pressure, to bring you this great news: From now on, you have the possibility, to work on a new and special title. After this season, you may be called "Virtual Racer". Your virtual race challenge We don't
- [Birken opens registrations with backup guarantee](https://www.worldloppet.com/birken-opens-registrations-with-backup-guarantee/) - Today our Norwegian friends have opened the registrations for the Birkebeinerrennet 2021 at the end of March. Registration for Birken 2021 The organizers are working and planning, that the Birken Festival can take place in a save way. If the race will take place on several days, with wave starts or individual start, with a
- [Dolomitenlauf offering 100 % entry fee refund in case of Corona-cancellation](https://www.worldloppet.com/dolomitenlauf-offering-100-entry-fee-refund-in-case-of-corona-cancellation/) - The Dolomitenlauf is officially set to take place from 21st to 24th January 2021. And we have good reasons to count on the Austrian marathon taking place: Low infection rates in the area around the race venue and a few ideas to guarantee the security of participants, volunteers, organizers... Small group starts on race day
- [VIDEO: Birkie shows how to organize a race event in these times](https://www.worldloppet.com/video-birkie-shows-how-to-organize-a-race-event-in-these-times/) - The race organizers are still in the process figuring out, how to make our beloved ski marathons happen in the upcoming winter season. The American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation was able to organize 3 successful events over the past months. That makes us confident, that we will experience marathon skiing action on the 27th February in
- [Finally security from Italy: No doubts for Marcialonga 2021](https://www.worldloppet.com/finally-security-from-italy-no-doubts-for-marcialonga-2021/) - With the mountain peaks in Val di Fiemme painted in white our minds start to fly to the next winter season and to Marcialonga 2021. But will it take place? What if I can not enter Italy? Finally we have received good news from Italy: The 48th Marcialonga will take place! Already now, the organizers
- [Tobias Angerer & Trond Nystad make you a König Ludwig Lauf Ambassador](https://www.worldloppet.com/tobias-angerer-trond-nystad-make-you-a-konig-ludwig-lauf-ambassador/) - Winter is coming closer and it is high time to get prepared for the marathon skiing season. And who could be a better help for that, then a two times world cup overall winner and a Norwegian trainer legend? This premium support you can have at Tobias Angerer's & Trond Nystad's Cross-Country Skiing Camp, hosted
- [VLOG: MyFossavatn ?? Virtual Race Experience - Night City Run in Graz/Austria](https://www.worldloppet.com/vlog-myfossavatn-🇮🇸-virtual-race-experience-night-city-run-in-graz-austria/) - My Icelandic running challenge yesterday night: In order to participate in MyFossavatn virtual race, I did a 5km Night City Run through my beloved hometown Graz, in Austria. It was not so easy to not get distracted by all the bars I had to pass... MyFossavatn is the virtual race format of our Icelandic member
- [MyFossavatn 2020 Virtual Race available until end of September](https://www.worldloppet.com/myfossavatn-2020-virtual-race-available-until-end-of-september/) - Well, the pronunciation issues with our Icelandic member race are not getting better. Finally I am able to pronounce "Fossavatnsgangan" fluently (I didn't even had to check how to spell it anymore), and now our Icelandic member race is coming up with a name, even harder to pronounce. The name for their recently launched virtual
- [Win two free entries for Engadin Night Race or Women's Race](https://www.worldloppet.com/win-two-free-entries-for-engadin-night-race-or-womens-race/) - For our Newsletter recipients we have a special raffle: Win two free entries either for the Engadin Night Race (11th March) or the Engadin Women's Race (7th March). Or you choose one free entry for each race. All you have to do, is to recommend the Worldloppet Newsletter to 3 of your friends and send
- [These are the names of the Vasaloppstrippeln finishers](https://www.worldloppet.com/these-are-the-names-of-the-vasaloppstrippeln-finishers/) - Looking back at the unusual Vasaloppet year of 2020, Vasaloppet can happily announce that 528 participants completed their Vasaloppstrippeln after cycling and running races in Hemmavasan. In addition, several participants have chosen to save their ski race from this past winter and instead complete Vasaloppstrippeln in combination with Vasaloppet's Summer Week on August 13–21, 2021.
- [Gallery: Merino Muster 2020](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-merino-muster-2020/) - On September the 12th New Zealand's Merino Muster was taking place with more then 130 mainly local skiers. Only a handful of internationals have made it to the Snow Farm in Wanaka. It was a chilled family event.
- [Will the real Merino Muster please stand up](https://www.worldloppet.com/130-skiers-live-at-the-real-merino-muster-today/) - Finally... A ski marathon took place today! A real one. On snow. On skies. Despite the current travel-situation (or let's call it a no-travel-situation) and despite a very low snow base, the organizers of the Merino Muster, New Zealand's biggest ski marathon, were able to prepare a track and hold the race. Today 130 skies
- [Vasaloppet China 2021 with international skiers or just domestic participants?](https://www.worldloppet.com/vasaloppet-china-2021-with-international-skiers-or-just-domestic-participants/) - The situation as of today is that all international sports events are prohibited in China until the end of the year (Well, the Vasaloppet China should take place on the 4th of January 2021). In addition, it is very tricky to get into China and a mandatory 14 days quarantine is required. In other words,
- [Gallery: Ushuaialoppet Virtual Edition 2020](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-ushuaialoppet-virtual-edition-2020/) - Here you find all the pictures came in from all around the world, showing the more than 400 participants of the Virtual Ushuaia Loppet 2020.
- [Gallery: Kangaroo Hoppet 2020 Do It Your Way](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-kangaroo-hoppet-2020-do-it-your-way/) - Unfortunately, the Kangaroo Hoppet 2020 had to be cancelled due to COVID-19. But the organizers came up with an alternative race format: The Kangaroo Hoppet 2020 Do It Your Way - a virtual race. 1300 athletes from all 7 continents (yes - even Antarctica) have participated. Here are some impressions. About Kangaroo Hoppet
- [Engadin Ski Marathon, Marcialonga, Vasaloppet and others offer special entry rights for Masters and Passport holders](https://www.worldloppet.com/engadin-ski-marathon-marcialona-vasaloppet-and-others-offer-special-entry-rights-for-masters-and-passport-holders/) - The core of the Worldloppet family are the skiers who got their Worldloppet Passport and collect stamps after every member race in order to become a Worldloppet master. These skiers should have some privileges at the race venues. Pre-registration for Passport holders at Marcialonga Next to welcome parties, receptions and gifts, for example, Marcialonga offers
- [Breaking: Merino Muster 2020 will not take place as planned](https://www.worldloppet.com/breaking-merino-muster-2020-will-not-take-place-as-planned/) - The organizers of Merino Muster have announced, that the Merino Muster 2020 will not take place as planned. But it will take place - both, as real race and virtually. See the whole news: Unfortunately a warm weather period has arrived to Snow Farm in Wanaka, making the Merino Muster 2020, originally planned on 29th
- [VLOG: Virtual Race Adventure - Mountain Running in Austria](https://www.worldloppet.com/vlog-virtual-race-adventure-mountain-running-in-austria/)
- [BLOG: Virtual Race Adventure - Mountain Running in Austria](https://www.worldloppet.com/blog-virtual-race-adventure-mountain-running-in-austria/) - Kangaroo Hoppet Do It Your Way? Ushuaialoppet Virtual Edition? What is this virtual race format and how does it look like? I and my two brothers started the adventure to discover 3 virtual races during a mountain running tour in Austria. Conclusion: It is a great interim solution! !VLOG Video! Even though I am hoping
- [Vasaloppet has a new CEO](https://www.worldloppet.com/vasaloppet-has-a-new-ceo/) - Vasaloppet's Development Manager Johan Eriksson has been appointed acting CEO of Vasaloppet. A post he will hold for the next six months at least. Next up is the virtual Hemmavasan, where over 12,000 registered cyclists and runners in 20 countries will participate on their home turfs during the period of August 15–22. Since Eva-Lena Frick
- [Video: Ushuaialoppet Virtual Edition 2020](https://www.worldloppet.com/ushuaialoppet-virtual-edition-2020/) - Due to COVID19 the Ushaialoppet was cancelled. But there is an alternative event: The Ushuaialoppet Virtual Edition 2020. Choose your distance and ski, rollerski or run wherever you want. Stay home, stay safe, stay together! Ushuaialoppet Race Page Ushuaialoppet Virtual Edition 2020 Ushuaialoppet Gallery
- [Gallery: Dolomitenlauf 2020](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-dolomitenlauf-2020/) - PhotoCredit: EXPA/ Dominik Angerer
- [Virtual Edition: Ushuaia Loppet participation possible despite COVID-19](https://www.worldloppet.com/virtual-edition-ushuaia-loppet-participation-possible-despite-covid-19/) - Covid-19 is hitting the world of marathon skiing hard. Unfortunately, the Worldloppet season has to start with a cancellation due to the travel restrictions: Ushuaialoppet, the Argentinian Worldloppet race and traditionally the season opener end of August has announced the cancellation! BUT!!! Only a few days later the Club Adino Ushuaia - the organizers -
- [Watch the Worldloppet Stories prizes raffle live - have a look at the results](https://www.worldloppet.com/watch-the-worldloppet-stories-prizes-raffle-live/) - Aren't you curious to know who won the Worldloppet Stories contest?Here are the top 3 stories according to Facebook interactions: 1. Mirjo Koit - "Mirjo's Worldloppet Story" (2822) 2. Josef Sklenar - "Hey buddies, we will bring you those medals" (1591)3. Bill Brown - "Skiing with a purpose" (1085) Congratulations! But it is not over yet...there are still
- [39. Skiing with a purpose](https://www.worldloppet.com/39-skiing-with-a-purpose/) - by William Brown - 2 x Gold Master & Global Skier n. 263- Moving to Minnesota at age 26, I took up Nordic skiing and completed my first American Birkebeiner the following season. I was hooked for life! Over the next 33 years, I’d become a two-time World Master skier and a Worldloppet Global skier
- [37. Marcialonga memories and memorabilia](https://www.worldloppet.com/37-marcialonga-memories-and-memorabilia/) - by Jim Beckner - My wife’s name is Marcia. So when it came to considering which ten Worldloppets we would attend to garner our Masters gold pin it was a no-brainer that we would take in Italy’s Marcialonga. Gotta do it! As she declared, “If there’s a loppet which is my namesake I’d better ski
- [38. How it all started for me](https://www.worldloppet.com/38-how-it-all-started-for-me/) - by Jaagup Vana - I’d like to share with you my emotions and memories from my very first foreign competition and road trip to the 44th Bieg Piastow ski marathon. I have nothing to compare it to and can only share my experience. Since our group of 4 had decided to travel to Poland by
- [36. A Global Family](https://www.worldloppet.com/36-a-global-family/) - by Silvio Carcano, Alessandro Carcano and Maria Rita Chini - Global skiers and 3 times masters - This is the story of an Italian family, a mother, Maria Rita, who buys almost by chance a Worldloppet Passport with her two sons Alessandro and Silvio, but in the end they all conquered the prestigious Worldloppet Global
- [Your chance to do the Kangaroo Hoppet despite COVID19](https://www.worldloppet.com/your-chance-to-do-the-kangaroo-hoppet-despite-covid19/) - Ok, the bad news first: We won't experience the great skimarathon Down Under in Falls Creek in 2020. The ski event version of the Kangaroo Hoppet has been cancelled due to the Coronavirus (COVID19) pandemic. However, the good news is, the event organisers are keen to keep people active and engaged and have created a
- [35. The day I competed against Thomas Alsgaard](https://www.worldloppet.com/35-the-day-i-competed-against-thomas-alsgaard/) - by Tristan Zloebl - It was difficult to decide which experience I should tell. So far I have competed in 7 Worldloppet Races and every one is a story for itself. Either it is the “5-Weather-Race” in Iceland together with my dad, or the “broken shoe” race at Czech Republic together with my brother and
- [Louise Poirier is the new President of Gatineau Loppet](https://www.worldloppet.com/louise-poirier-is-the-new-president-of-gatineau-loppet/) - The Gatineau Loppet Board announced the election of the new President of the Canadian race yesterday: the new elected president is Louise Poirier.Louise is a well-known face in the field of cross-country skiing, both in Canada and abroad, being a coach, an athelete, an organizers and a volunteer, besides having reached the Worldloppet Master title!
- [34. Good loppets but too early](https://www.worldloppet.com/34-good-loppets-but-too-early/) - By Timo Hakulinen – I got married in 1985, and the honeymoon trip was made to the USA. My wife liked this destination very much, but I had another idea behind this, too: On the same journey I could, with the completion of the American Birkebeiner, get my Worldloppet passport fully stamped. This is what
- [33. Memories of Worldloppet ski](https://www.worldloppet.com/33-memories-of-worldloppet-ski/) - by Brendon Hyde, Gold Master n.2095 - After skiing the Australian Kangaroo Hoppet for 10 years my first European Worldloppet tour was planned for 2003. I started training along park pathways in the Oz summertime using cross-country roller skis where I gave local kangaroos a bit of a fright since they all quickly hopped away.
- [32. Getting Acquainted with the Austrian Police](https://www.worldloppet.com/32-getting-acquainted-with-the-austrian-police/) - by Ben Mitchell - I love how traveling for Worldloppet races can lead to such memorable experiences on and off the trails… This past winter I was excited to catch up with my parents and two brothers for the Dolomittenlauf and Marcialonga as we have long wanted to ski both races and since my parents
- [31. Marcialonga 1992](https://www.worldloppet.com/31-marcialonga-1992/) - By Carlo Brena, director of the Cross-country skiing magazine SciFondo, Italy - It happened that, after the teenager-time with the usual ups and downs – sometimes beyond the limits of caution - Stefano and I found ourselves to share a new dimension of our friendship: the sweat dripping from our foreheads, the heavy breath after
- [30. Year of the rooster (Redemption)](https://www.worldloppet.com/30-year-of-the-rooster-redemption/) - by Danièle Grenier - My name is Danièle Grenier. I love skiing since my childhood in Quebec with my father. And since then I have never stopped for almost seventy years. I started Worldloppet trips very late in 2008 with the Vasaloppet and, year after year, I repeat the trip to Europe to join a
- [29. Following the steps of the “Ancient Patriarchs”](https://www.worldloppet.com/29-following-the-steps-of-the-ancient-patriarchs/) - by Lino Davarda, Global Skier n.251 - I started to practice cross-country skiing following some accidents I had while practicing downhill skiing that limited my sport activity. First, I followed a friend who was taking part to the first edition of Marcialonga and then I tried to ski myself the 70 km on Nordic skis,
- [Virtual AGM 2020: Juha Viljamaa confirmed Worldloppet president](https://www.worldloppet.com/virtual-agm-2020-juha-viljamaa-confirmed-worldloppet-president/) - The 2019/2020 season was an extra-ordinary Worldoppet season under all aspects, and so also the Annual General Meeting, that is usually taking place in June in one of the countries hosting the races, had to change format, and it was held for the first time virtually. At least one representative for each one of the
- [14. Three mistakes on the way to La Transjurassienne 2010](https://www.worldloppet.com/14-three-mistakes-on-the-way-to-la-transjurassienne-2010/) - by Jim Whalen 2 x Worldloppet Gold Master - I registered for the February 13, 2010 La Transjurassienne classic race. This would be my fourth Worldloppet race, but only my second time travelling overseas for a race. I still had a lot to learn. I had travelled for a work meeting in Nashville on Monday
- [16. The real New Year's fairytale](https://www.worldloppet.com/16-the-real-new-years-fairytale/) - by Valentin Borisov, Russia - Changchun City January 2, 2015 conducted a ski marathon for 12 times, but for the first time this happened under the flag of the Worldloppet alliance. The track - 50 km, 2 laps of 25 km, classic style. The weather was sunny, air temperature at night was minus 21 degrees C, during
- [18. Mirjo's Worldloppet Story](https://www.worldloppet.com/18-mirjos-worldloppet-story/) - by Mirjo Koit - My story begins with questions: How does passion form? How does a passion turn into dreams? How to move towards fulfilling them? Everyone can find their own answers to these questions. Today I am once again filled with great emotions. Handling it all has been a challenge because I have recently
- [13. More than a medal](https://www.worldloppet.com/13-more-than-a-medal/) - by Margaret Batty - The expression ‘to earn a medal’ makes sense, this is a currency of sustained effort, sweat and risk. I was one of many skiers garlanded with a beautiful snowflake medal at the finish line of the Merino Muster Loppet races in New Zealand on 31 August 2019. A powerful symbol of
- [10. Worldloppet is life changing](https://www.worldloppet.com/10-worldloppet-is-life-changing/) - by Daniel Mitchell, Master #4518 - Growing up in the farmland of southern Michigan, United States, I desired to be an athlete but lacked the opportunity and discipline. After completing my training to be a family doctor, my wife Carol and I set up a clinic in an underserved small town in northern Michigan; a
- [9. 180 heartbeats, days before Jizerská Padesátka](https://www.worldloppet.com/180-heartbeats-days-before-jizerska-padesatka/) - by Michael Förster - I’m sweating like a pig, my breath is coming short, my heart rate’s close to 180. Nothing unusual during a ski-marathon. But maybe unusual a few days before the start? This year’s Jizerská Padesátka wasn’t the first time my pre-race anxiety driven heart rate has outreached the peak of heartbeats during
- [8. After-ski party in (n)Iceland](https://www.worldloppet.com/8-after-ski-party-in-niceland/) - by Petter Soleng Skinstad - My first visit to Isafjördur and Fossavatn Ski Marathon was in 2014. This was also my first visit to Iceland and a country I had heard so many nice things about. Let’s just say (n)Iceland was even better than we imagined!With me on my trip to Iceland I had a
- [28. A tasty surprise at the 1994 Vasaloppet](https://www.worldloppet.com/28-a-tasty-surprise-at-the-1994-vasaloppet/) - By Marcia Beckner - The 1994 Vasaloppet was our first Worldloppet. Interesting that we picked the longest and largest Worldloppet for our initiation. But having attended the Lillehammer Olympics the two weeks previous, the Vasaloppet was a natural fit for my husband and me. It was all so terribly exciting - on the start line
- [27. The colours of a Worldloppet Global Skier](https://www.worldloppet.com/27-the-colours-of-a-worldloppet-global-skier/) - Diego Gennari, Global Skier n. 267 Trento/ Italy - I wanted to give some colour to this story, decorating it with these bibs that mean dedication, joy, sacrifices, health and many dreams…. I started in 2008, and I bought my Worldloppet passport in Lienz, just for fun, but time after time and year after year
- [26. Stay positive](https://www.worldloppet.com/26-stay-positive/) - by Vladislav Kalous - The year 2017 was not easy for me as I had been diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma. Luckily, as I was told by my typically cynical doctor: “if you should select a cancer, this is a good one.” There was a clear medication and I went through chemotherapy and radiotherapy for half
- [25. My Worldloppet-triathlon through the woods of the Jizera Mountains](https://www.worldloppet.com/25-my-worldloppet-triathlon-through-the-woods-of-the-jizera-mountains/) - by Arne Zlöbl - First 7 km cross-country skiing My brother Tristan, a former elite skier, motivated me, a former footballplayer, to join him to the Jizerska 50 in Czech Republic. As I am open-minded for every adventure and I have had heard about super cheap and delicious Czech beer I quickly was on board.
- [23. Broken Hope at Bieg Piastow (2020)](https://www.worldloppet.com/23-broken-hope-at-bieg-piastow-2020/) - By Andrzej Gałaś (start number 918) - I have been taking part in the Bieg Piastów since 1994, usually the main distance of 50 km, this year at 42 km. It seemed to me that I was well prepared and expected to get less than 4 hours during the Saturday race (February 29). My well-waxing
- [24. The American Birkiebeiner, 2000: The Highway Less Bladed](https://www.worldloppet.com/24-the-american-birkiebeiner-2000-the-highway-less-bladed/) - by Ken Hundert, Birchlegger, Toronto, Canada - The night before Birkie 2000, I was on my way to Lakewoods Restaurant for pasta and pasta, with water and water and water. A radio bulletin announced the race had been cancelled. Ugh; this meant that treasured kick wax information earned by my experienced milling at the New
- [Kangaroo Hoppet 2020 cancelled - the OC proposes an alternative](https://www.worldloppet.com/kangaroo-hoppet-2020-cancelled-the-oc-proposes-an-alternative/) - Read the official communication of the Kangaroo Hoppet Organising Committee on May, 22nd "Well, we have some bad news and then we have some good news. The bad news is, we will not be staging the 30th Kangaroo Hoppet at Falls Creek in 2020. The Organising Committee has delayed this decision as long as possible,
- [22. Vasaloppet China 2020 - a way to make friends all over the world!](https://www.worldloppet.com/22-vasaloppet-china-2020-a-way-to-make-friends-all-over-the-world/) - by Torbjörn Jonsson - I started my cross-country skiing career with the Vasaloppet (11 times), continued with the Jizerská Padesatka, Marcialonga, Engadin Skimarathon, Birkebeinerrennet and Vasaloppet China 2020!Over the years have I found out that participating and having a good experience is more important than chasing a good time. With that approach, my best Vasaloppet
- [Marcialonga opens registration for 2021](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-opens-registration-for-2021/) - Early bird for Worldloppet skiers only, from June 3: your chance to enter the race Summer is coming and the winter season and snow seem to be far away from now, but this is the right moment to plan the next stages on cross-country skis, and among them, Marcialonga cannot be missed on January 31! The
- [Kangaroo Hoppet presents the "Hoppet 2020 - Do It Your Way"](https://www.worldloppet.com/kangaroo-hoppet-presents-the-hoppet-2020-do-it-your-way/) - Last week came the news that Kangaroo Hoppet could not take place in the current season, but the Organizing Committee didn't waste time and proposed a valid alternative, what they call the "Hoppet 2020 - Do It Your Way". But, what is it about? Registering to the event (for a simbolic 10$ fee), each athlete
- [21. Fossavatnsgangan – that’s easy for you to say!](https://www.worldloppet.com/fossavatnsgangan-thats-easy-for-you-to-say/) - by Jon K Amundson - We arrived in Iceland with only the minimal website information on this first week of May Ski Marathon in 2014. It is the oldest and largest cross-country ski race in Iceland, dating from 1935 and continuous since 1956. All we knew was that it was 50/25 kilometers in distance, just
- [The Tartu Marathon offers another international virtual sport experience...on wheels!](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-tartu-marathon-offers-another-international-virtual-sport-experience-on-wheels/) - The Tartu Rattaralli will take place "from your home" from May 29th to June 14th It seems pretty clear by now: nothing is stopping events, neither social distancing - events just get reinvented and assume a shape that permits them to bring people together. This is especially the case of the Tartu Marathon summer events.
- [20. Frost in Tartu in 1996](https://www.worldloppet.com/20-frost-in-tartu-in-1996/) - by Stanislaw Grabowski, Worldloppet Master nr 1844 - Winter 1995/96: we have been travelling from Cracow to Tartu by train. In Estonia we were welcomed by a harsh frost, but after finding our rooms, we went directly to warm up already on the skis. During the following days in the morning temperature was minus 32
- [19. Finding Love at Vasaloppet China 2005](https://www.worldloppet.com/19-finding-love-at-vasaloppet-china-2005/) - by Ernst Aberger & Carina Hammarstrand - On December 28th, 2004 a group from Swedish Sya Ski Club started a trip to Beijing and Vasaloppet China 2005. The group included us - Ernst Aberger and Carina Hammarstrand, completely unaware of each other and what significance China 2005 would have for our future lives. Vasaloppet China
- [17. I've been so many places](https://www.worldloppet.com/17-ive-been-so-many-places/) - by Jay Wiener, 16 x Worldloppet Master - Leon Russell’s “A Song For You” starts, “I've been so many places in my life and time...” The accumulation of sixteen Worldloppet Masters has, similarly, seen me visiting plentiful places. After completing my second race — the final Finlandia from Hämeenlinna to Lahti — I met a
- [ČEZ Jizerská 50 Opens Registration for 2021](https://www.worldloppet.com/cez-jizerska-50-opens-registration-for-2021/) - Registrations opened right Fifty Years after the Peru 1970 Expedition, to commemorate the climbers "To commemorate the Peru expedition we launch registrations for the 54th edition of the Jizerská 50 race precisely fifty years after a group of climbers set out for Lima in Peru to travel under the summit of Huascarán" This is the
- [15. Hey buddies, we will bring you those medals ?](https://www.worldloppet.com/15-hey-buddies-we-will-bring-you-those-medals-😊/) - by Josef Sklenar - It’s been a while since I finished this legendary race almost in the dark. Today, when I can finally hold my computer mouse, let’s take a look back on how did that go from my purely amateur perspective? First of all, I have to admit that this year’s Jizerská 50 turned
- [Ushuaia Loppet 2020 cancelled](https://www.worldloppet.com/ushuaia-loppet-2020-cancelled/) - News coming from the Southern Hemisphere, where the Worldloppet 2020/2021 season should have kicked off on August 16th, but the race was cancelled due to the pandemic covid-19. The message of the CEO Pablo Valchef, speaking for the Organizing Committee, the Club Andino Ushuaia: "Due to the difficult situation caused by the outbreak of COVID
- [12. The Race That Wasn’t](https://www.worldloppet.com/12-the-race-that-wasnt/) - by Bruce Wharrie - Australian 6 x Worldloppet Master - Five Australians, one memorial race, but where is the snow? 2014 was a slim snow year for the northern hemisphere. Luckily our gracious Bedrichov accommodation host, Lubos, was duly concerned about the very limited snow conditions and leant us a vehicle to hunt out some
- [11. The loneliest walk](https://www.worldloppet.com/11-the-loneliest-walk/) - by Marg Hayes - Australian 7 x Worldloppet Gold Master The northern Winter of 2011 was to be an epic Worldloppet adventure for Bruce Wharrie and myself both hoping to complete our 4th Worldloppet Gold Master as well as become Global Worldloppet skiers. An ambitious plan involving races in 3 different continents in one season.
- [Tartu Forest Marathon goes virtual](https://www.worldloppet.com/tartu-forest-marathon-goes-virtual/) - You can ride from wherever you are Already for the 38 years, the second weekend in May has marked a big running festival of Tartu Marathon. Around 10 000 participants enjoy the different tracks of Tartu Forest Marathon every spring. This time, due to the pandemic of Coronavirus, the race will be held as a virtual
- [Ride virtually in the Dolomites with Marciaonga Cycling Craft](https://www.worldloppet.com/ride-virtually-in-the-dolomites-with-marciaonga-cycling-craft/) - On May 31, the 14th Marcialonga cycling Craft was supposed to take place, but due to obvious reasons, the event was moved to May 30th, 2021.In the meantime, Marcialonga joined with enthusiasm the first virtual circuit of Italian Granfondo promoted by ENDU in cooperation with three other events, offering a unique experience to ride with other passionate on the
- [Finlandia Hiihto extends the main distance to 65km](https://www.worldloppet.com/finlandia-hiihto-extends-the-main-distance-to-65km/) - This time was not a lucky year for Finlandia Hiihto, with the lack of snow and warm temperatures but this does not mean that the future cannot reserve better times! The Finlandia Hiihto organization has been working to extend the main 50 km course for quite some time now and finally they are going to add another 15 km
- [7. A Master without Vasa?](https://www.worldloppet.com/7-a-master-without-vasa/) - by Arno Bachaus - I had still not been able to enter Vasaloppet, I even became Worldoppet Master without it. Something had to be done. My first victory came as I managed to register in a mind-blowing 87 seconds! The year leading up to the race slipped by very quickly. My promise to make at
- [6. Accident at the Merino Muster](https://www.worldloppet.com/accident-at-the-merino-muster/) - by Valeriy Koval, 2 x WL Master - This curious and dramatic accident happened to me in New Zealand at the 2018 Merino Muster on the first day of spring in September. Yes, Yes, spring, because this is the Southern hemisphere. The bright morning sun poured its warm rays over the picturesque landscapes of the
- [5. The Vasaloppet Experience](https://www.worldloppet.com/5-the-vasaloppet-experience/) - by Michael Sippel - At the end of March 2019, I set my mind on taking part to Vasaloppet 2020 and I registered. Unluckily preparation did not go as planned: snow was missing. Apart from a training camp on artificial snow at the beginning of December and a few trips to the ski-hall in Oberhof,
- [4. Kangaroo on a Weekend](https://www.worldloppet.com/4-kangaroo-on-a-weekend/) - by Dmitry Artamonov, 2 x WL Master - 20.08.2018. 5 days before the marathon. 6 days before the end of my vacation. Turn AC/DC off. I cancelled hotel bookings, tickets and the Mitsubishi rental. Still no answer about the Visa. 21.08.2018 Kilometer climb by double polling on ski rollers. Why was I going to a
- [2. Pioneer work at the first edition of Vasaloppet China](https://www.worldloppet.com/pioneer-work-at-the-first-edition-of-vasaloppet-china/) - by Peter Andersson - My name is Peter Andersson and I am a proud pioneer of the Vasaloppet crew who made the first race possible in year 2003. I see these few days of being part of establishing this fantastic event as one of the highlights of my 15 years in China. The spirit of
- [1. Vasaloppet for my father](https://www.worldloppet.com/vasaloppet-for-my-father/) - by Ilaria Cavallari (Italy) I heard people talking about it since I was a child, THE race, the longest one, the most historical, the most blazoned and the stories about it captured my soul in a way that I decided to go. Vasa has to be respected, you cannot improvise anything - so they taught
- [3. To the end, despite everything](https://www.worldloppet.com/to-the-end-despite-everything/) - By Giannino Ruzza (Italy) - Hello everyone, my name is Giannino Ruzza, 69 years old. In 2019, I participated in the König Ludwig Lauf (50 km classic) with bib number 540. I was the second to register in 2018 for this great cross-country skiing. I'm retired and I've lived in Sicily for five years. I really
- [Meeting a childhood friend on the other side of the world](https://www.worldloppet.com/meeting-a-childhood-friend-on-the-other-side-of-the-world/) - By Angelo Corradini, President of Marcialonga (former Worldloppet Secretary) - One of the few fun leisure activities that we had during the winter when we were kids in our poor mountain villages was skiing, of course. In the 50s/60s skiing gear was really poor and simple, but enthusiasm was on fire. Between neighbor villages parochialism
- [Why I wear US panties](https://www.worldloppet.com/why-i-wear-us-panties/) - by Gunnar Zlöbl - When working for Worldloppet the ability most needed is improvisation. In 2016, during one of my first trips working for Worldloppet, I had to learn this lesson in practice. It was my first trip to the States. I just started to work as a Communication Manager for Worldloppet and of course
- [Perks of traveling alone to Birkieland](https://www.worldloppet.com/perks-of-traveling-alone-to-birkieland/) - by Epp Paal, Worldloppet CEO -Traveling to a Worldloppet race is for many skiers more difficult than skiing the race itself. It means that good planning is important, but sometimes you just do not have time for it, or you rely too much on your travel mates. If possible, I prefer to travel in a
- [When lazyness pays off](https://www.worldloppet.com/when-lazyness-pays-off/) - Epp Paal, Worldlopept CEO - Every proper Worldloppet skier goes for a course inspection one day or two before the race, especially when it is the first time they visit that marathon. It is a ritual to stretch the legs after a long travel, testing skis on the local snow, checking out the other skiers,
- [SkiPlanet by Worldloppet Episode 9](https://www.worldloppet.com/video-skiplanet-episode-9-kangaroo-hoppet/) - ?The 9th episode of #SkiPlanet in ON AIR? We will discover the world of Kangaroo Hoppet: 42 km on Falls creek amazing trails. ❄But not only...Follow Marika to the Southern Hemisphere in Australia in the heart of the Alpine National Parc, on a road trip from Melbourne and an incredible meeting with the Australian wildlife... Get ready to love
- [SkiPlanet by Worldloppet Episode 10](https://www.worldloppet.com/skiplanet-episode-10/) - SKIPLANET by Worldloppet #10 ON AIR We would love to take a good breath of fresh air, won’t you? The last episode of the first season of SkiPlanet by Worldloppet is online. Sheep, wool, gold, ski, snow and sun, everything is possible at the Merino Muster. ? Let’s go to New Zealand ??… #skiaroundtheworld
- [Skiplanet by Worldloppet Season 2 Episode 6](https://www.worldloppet.com/skiplanet-by-worldloppet-season-2-episode-6/) - ?ON AIR? EPISODE 6 #SkiPlanetByWorldloppet Today we are following Marica to Estonia, to visit Tartu Maraton. ?? But not only! Join our virtual trip and experience the sporty, yet bohemian spirit of the town Tartu, follow us on a canoe trip and discover the other events of the Tartu Ski Maraton family... With a quick
- [Service in Dolomitenlauf Style](https://www.worldloppet.com/service-in-dolomitelauf-style/) - By Epp Paal, Worldloppet CEO - You always remember your first times the most, whatever they are: the first school day, the first boyfriend or the first ski marathon. My first Worldloppet passport stamp was earned at Dolomitenlauf, where I headed to with two good friends of mine - the angel team- in January 2008.
- [37 years to become a Worldloppet Master](https://www.worldloppet.com/37-years-to-become-a-worldloppet-master/) - By Juha Viljamaa, President of the Worldloppet Ski Federation - My first Race was Finlandia Hiihto in 1979 and there I got my first stamp on my Worldloppet Passport. It was an experience to ski 75 km and survive it. My daddy was an experienced marathon skier and before the race, he gave me an
- [Worldloppet presents the Worldloppet Stories project](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-presents-the-worldloppet-stories-project/) - Since some weeks, the entire world has been affected by the pandemic Coronavirus, that has been impacting our lives and lifestyles. At this particular moment, Worldloppet would love to take a small step to cheer spirits up, sharing stories of good memories and fun times of the slopes - sure that everything will go back
- [Interview: Sport and athletes in the time of COVID-19](https://www.worldloppet.com/sport-and-athletes-in-the-time-of-covid-19/) - A chat with Emanuele “Lele” Becchis, World Record holder on 100m in Free Technique at the König Ludwig Lauf Supersprint in 2019 There is no need saying that the COVID 19 pandemic situation, that is currently having half of the World population staying at home, is also having a huge impact on our daily lives.
- [Fossavatnsgangan cancelled in Iceland](https://www.worldloppet.com/fossavatnsgangan-cancelled-in-iceland/) - The end of the 2019/2020 Worldloppet season The official communication of cancellation appeared yesterday night on the Fossavantsgangan's channels, confirming that the last race of the Worldloppet 2019/2020 ski season won't take place. Here the statement of the Organising Committee: "Dear cross country skiersDue to the Covid-19 pandemic and the expected development of the disease
- [Skiplanet by Worldloppet Season 2 Episode 5 - FINLANDIA HIIHTO](https://www.worldloppet.com/skiplanet-by-worldloppet-season-2-episode-5-finlandia-hiihto/) - ?ON AIR? EPISODE 5 #SkiPlanetByWorldloppet This week we travel to...Lahti, Finland! A magic land where nature meets sport....let's go and discover everything with Marika ??❣ ? And be ready also for a quick trip to the Australian Kangaroo Hoppet! Don't miss this episode AND like the #Worldloppet page to not miss any episode of #SkiPlanet
- [New challenges for events and event organizers at the time of COVID - 19](https://www.worldloppet.com/new-challenges-for-events-and-event-organizers-at-the-time-of-covid-19/) - 38th Tartu Forest Marathon to be held as a virtual run In the past weeks the pandemic diffusion of Coronavirus has been affecting all the countries in Europe forcing them to take steps to isolate the spread of the virus. Measures were taken in the different countries that affect in different ways the life of
- [Looking at 2021: registrations opening for all the Worldloppet races](https://www.worldloppet.com/looking-at-2021-registrations-opening-for-all-the-worldloppet-races/) - The current season is slowly fading to the end, leaving a sour taste for the many events that were forced to cancel for the different reasons. It has not been an easy season, due to the lack of snow in many countries and the current spread of the virus COVID -19, that has inducted both
- [IMPORTANT COMMUNICATION: Birken Skifestival cancelled due to Coronavirus](https://www.worldloppet.com/important-communication-birken-skifestival-cancelled-due-to-coronavirus/) - Here you can find the news that was posted few minutes ago on the official website of the Norwegian race website to announce the cancellation of the race that should have taken place in 10 days: Birken Skifestival 2020 is cancelled Due to the spread of the coronavirus, the norwegian health authorities has decreed the
- [44th Bieg Piastów full of records](https://www.worldloppet.com/44th-bieg-piastow-full-of-records/) - 30km, 50km and 25km races of success in the snowy atmosphere of te Polish Jizera Mountains Good weather, very strong competition, unusual attendance and outstanding fight between two former world champions – the 44nd Bieg Piastow Cross Country Festival gave big fun and unforgettable emotions for thousands of skiers all over the world, who came
- [Gallery: Bieg Piastow 2020](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-bieg-piastow-2020/) - Ph. Tomasz Holod, Marcin Oliva Soto and Karolina Krawczyk
- [Great weekend at the Demino Ski Marathon](https://www.worldloppet.com/great-weekend-at-the-demino-ski-marathon/) - Raul Shakirzyanov and Alena Perevozchikova on the top of the 50km podium in Rybinsk On February, 29 near Rybinsk the first race day ended with the free style 50km race of XIII. International Rostec Demino ski marathon FIS\Worldloppet. More than two thousand participants went to the start of the 50 km race, more than six
- [Worldloppet Masters 2020](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-masters-2020/) - Becoming Master or even Global Skiers is the goal for most of the Worldloppet skiers and it is an honor for us to have shared such an experience with all of these passionate skiers!Have a look at the skiers that have been awarded with the Master title in the season 2019/2020
- [Gallery: Vasaloppet 2020](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-vasaloppet-2020/) - Ph. Vasaloppet / Ulf Palm / Nisse Schmidt
- [Petter Eliassen and Lina Korsgren won Vasaloppet 2020](https://www.worldloppet.com/petter-eliassen-and-lina-korsgren-won-vasaloppet-2020/) - In heavy snowfall and tough conditions Petter Eliassen, Team Ragde Eiedom, and Lina Korsgren, Team Ramudden, won the 90 km long Vasaloppet. Eliassen passed Stian Hoelgaard, Team Koteng, in the last few meters winning Vasaloppet for the second time with a winning margin of one second. The winning time was 4.25,14. Lina Korsgren skied to
- [Gallery: American Birkebeiner 2020](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-american-birkebeiner-2020/) - Ph. American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation
- [Gallery: Gatineau Loppet 2020](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-gatineau-loppet-2020/) - Ph. Luc Perron
- [XIII. International Rostec Demino Ski Marathon FIS / Worldloppet 2020 goes to start : LIVE streaming](https://www.worldloppet.com/demino-ski-marathon-live-streaming/) - Watch the races of the weekend in Russia online: Saturday, February 29th the 50km FT and Sunday, March 1st the 25km CT The busiest weekend of the season will see also the biggest race in Russia taking place: the Demino Ski Marathon, also this year to be seen LIVE on the Youtube Channel and on
- [Skiplanet 2 by Worldloppet Episode 4](https://www.worldloppet.com/skiplanet-2-by-worldloppet-episode-4/) - ?ON AIR? EPISODE 4 #SkiPlanetByWorldloppet We are going to take you on a new adventure this week...5 days of events filled with snow, sunshine and happy people: let's go discover the unique atmosphere of the American Birkebeiner on Main Street but not only and what #birkiefever is all about! ??? Very easy to reach and
- [Important communication: Engadin Ski Marathon cancelled to avoid Coronavirus](https://www.worldloppet.com/important-communication-engadin-ski-marathon-cancelled-due-to-coronavirus/) - Read the communication of the Organising Committee Here under read the communication published few hours ago on the Engadin Ski Marathon website: The Engadin Skimarathon 2020 will not take place. Due to the spread of the coronavirus, the health authorities of the canton of Grisons have imposed a ban on holding large-scale events with supraregional
- [44 Bieg Piastów – let's start!](https://www.worldloppet.com/44-bieg-piastow-lets-start/) - Main race shortened to 42 km, good conditions for the natural tracks Almost 7000 skiers from 30 countries participate in 44 Bieg Piastow – Crosscountry Skiing Festival in Szklarska Poręba in Poland. The main part of the event will take place this weekend, three Worldlopet races, for 25 km CT, 30 km FT and 50
- [Gallery: Marcialonga 2020](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-marcialonga-2020/) - Ph: Newspower & Modica Visual
- [Vasaloppet weekend is ready to start](https://www.worldloppet.com/vasaloppet-weekend-is-ready-to-start/) - Snow conditions will guarantee the end of the Vasa-week for the many skier from all over the world Vasaloppet - The weather condition in the past weeks and the cancelations of other races in the countries nearby had worried the thousands of skiers that were getting ready to approach the queen of the xc-ski marathons
- [Ski Planet 2 By Worldloppet Episode 2](https://www.worldloppet.com/ski-planet-2-by-worldloppet-episode-2/) - ?ON AIR? THE SECOND EPISODE OF SEASON II In the 2nd episode of #SkiPlanetByWorldloppet, we travel to the Czech Republic, to discover with Marika how the past edition of Jizerská 50 was...a marvellous trip in the sunny and snowy Jizera Mountains and the culture surrounding it, let's go friends ! ??? ? Don't miss this episode AND like the #Worldloppet page to not
- [Yeaton and Dyrhaug Top the Podium in the 46 th Slumberland American Birkebeiner](https://www.worldloppet.com/yeaton-and-dyrhaug-top-the-podium-in-the-46-th-slumberland-american-birkebeiner/) - Skiers from 27 countries & 47 States Competed in the 46 th Annual Race HAYWARD, WI (Feb. 22, 2020) – Cold overnight conditions and freshly groomed trails set the stage for a fast and firm course for the 46 th Slumberland American Birkebeiner ski marathon. Niklas Dyrhaug, Trondheim, Norway, and Jessica Yeaton, Albuquerque, New Mexico,
- [Ski Planet 2 by Worldloppet Episode 3](https://www.worldloppet.com/ski-planet-2-by-worldloppet-episode-3/) - ?ON AIR? THE SECOND SEASON OF #SkiPlanetByWorldloppet New episode of Ski Planet by Worldloppet means new experience... This week, Come with us to Canada to live the Canadian dream at the Gatineau Loppet ?? ? Don't miss this episode AND like the #Worldloppet page to not miss any episode of #SkiPlanet !
- [Meet "Traveling Ted" - the Worldloppet reporter at the American Birkebeiner](https://www.worldloppet.com/meet-traveling-ted-the-worldloppet-reporter-at-the-american-birkebeiner/) - It's always nice to have a look at the races from the inside, especialy if you have not skied it yet or if you did but love to experience it again even when you do not have the chance to be there personally: this is what our friend Ted Nelson, aka Traveling Ted will be
- [It's "Birkie Fever" for over 13.500 skiers in Wisconsin](https://www.worldloppet.com/its-birkie-fever-for-over-13-500-skiers-in-wisconsin/) - The 46th American Birkebeiner Slumberland Festival is on, this weekend The American Birkebeiner weekend has finally started and is ready to charme passionates about cross country skiing not only from the United States, but also travelling from far away to join this ski-celebration.Over 13.500 the skiers from around 30 different countries and almost from all
- [Record year at the 2020 Gatineau Loppet](https://www.worldloppet.com/record-year-at-the-2020-gatineau-loppet/) - Over 2500 participants in the 2-days-event, within snowy landscape and "warm" temperatures Gatineau, February 16, 2020 – More than 1,100 skiers and snowshoers took part in the closing day the Gatineau Loppet today on this unseasonably warm February morning, making the event’s 42nd edition the largest in more than a decade with more than 2,500 participants competing
- [Over one thousand participants in Tartu Maraton’s jubilee hike](https://www.worldloppet.com/over-one-thousand-participants-in-tartu-maratons-jubilee-hike/) - While the first Tartu Maraton hike from Tartu to Kääriku took place 60 years ago, this year it was again hiking and the finish was again at Kääriku. But due to lack of snow, this time hike was held on foot. 1108 people registered for the hike and 1024 actually took part of it. There
- [PERFECT SKI CONDITIONS FOR THE 42nd GATINEAU LOPPET](https://www.worldloppet.com/perfect-ski-conditions-for-the-42nd-gatineau-loppet/) - Gatineau, February 13, 2020 – The 42nd edition of Canada’s largest international cross-country skiing event, the Gatineau Loppet is set to take place under sunny skies and on perfect snow conditions this weekend. Close to 2,500 participants of all ages and levels, and from more than 20 countries, will take part in cross-country ski races ranging from
- [The Worldloppet races snow situation](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-worldloppet-races-snow-situation/) - Here you can check the latest stand of the Worldloppet races' tracks:
- [At Valentine's Day we celebrate the love for Cross Country skiing around the world!](https://www.worldloppet.com/at-valentines-day-we-celebrate-the-love-for-cross-country-skiing-around-the-world/) - St. Valentine's promotion from Wednesday February 12th until Sunday February 16th: buy one passport and get the one for your partner for free! St. Valentine's Day is coming nearer and nearer: it is the celebration of love and lovers and this year we are celebrating a special type of love...the love for cross country skiing
- [Jizerska 50, 2020](https://www.worldloppet.com/jizerska-50-2020/)
- [2020 Finlandia Hiihto cancelled](https://www.worldloppet.com/2020-finlandia-hiihto-cancelled/) - Official news of the cancellation arrived yesterday night from the Finlandia race Organizing Committee The news came yesterday night from Finland, where some weeks ago the snow had covered the event area, but the temperatures and weather conditions of the past days were not favourable. This is the message from the Chairman of the Board
- [47th Tartu Maraton canceled, a jubilee hike will take place](https://www.worldloppet.com/47th-tartu-maraton-canceled-a-jubilee-hike-will-take-place/) - The organizers decided today that the 47th Tartu Maraton, scheduled for February 16th, is canceled due to lack of snow. Instead, it is possible to take part in a walking hike dedicated to the 60th birthday of Tartu Maraton. Currently there is no snow on the main course (Otepää-Elva) of the skiing marathon. Also, the amount
- [Snowy magic at this year's Jizerska 50](https://www.worldloppet.com/snowy-magic-at-this-years-jizerska-50/) - Perfect conditions: snow, sunshine and great atmosphere There was fear of cancellation or consistent modifications also for the Czech Jizerska 50 in the past weeks: few snow-falls during the current season and the fear to get the already prepared tracks destroyed by the last weeks’ rains. The Organizing Committee had already everything set for plan
- [Ski Planet 2 by Worldloppet Episode 1](https://www.worldloppet.com/ski-planet-by-worldloppet-episode-1-season-2/) - ?ON AIR? THE SECOND SEASON OF #SkiPlanetByWorldloppet Welcome to the 1st episode of #SkiPlanetByWorldloppet, your worldwide cross-country marathon skiing show! We start the trip accross skiing destinations in Japan, Sapporo ?? ... even if the race was cancelled, there is so much to discover all around it...sushi, kimono, Olympic Games, so many interesting topics for
- [No snow for Tartu Marathon: the organizers are planning a hike](https://www.worldloppet.com/no-snow-for-tartu-marathon-the-organizers-are-planning-a-hike/) - If the 47th Tartu Maraton, scheduled to take place on the 16th of February, will be canceled due to lack of snow, then it is possible to take part in a hike dedicated to the 60th birthday of Tartu Maraton. The organizers produce as much snow as they can with the current minus degrees, but
- [The Jizerska weekend is ready to kick-off](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-jizerska-weekend-is-ready-to-kick-off/) - Many events and dates that cannot absolutely be missed Bedrichov (Liberec) - It is a winter snowy landscape that we see when looking out of the window, the one that every skier likes. Finally, after the fear in the past weeks to be forced to modify the race course, the snow has come to cover
- [Cancellation of La Transju’,due to lack of snow](https://www.worldloppet.com/cancellation-of-la-transjudue-to-lack-of-snow/) - Due to the low snowfall on the Jura mountain and the weather conditions of the last weekend which made the initially planned backup course impracticable, the organizers of La Transju' had to make the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 edition scheduled for February 8 and 9. The International Nordic Fair and related activities are
- [Snowy Canada waiting for the skiers: Gatineau snow conditions](https://www.worldloppet.com/snowy-canada-waiting-for-the-skiers-gatineau-snow-conditions/) - While from France the sad news of cancellation still echoes, snowy conditions are seen in Canada Yesterday the notice about La Transjurassiene race cancellation hit everyone after the press conference where the CEO of the French Worldloppet race announced the impossibility to hold the event due to the heavy rains and non-winter-like temperatures in the
- [Jizerska 50 launches booking in shorter circuits but still hopes for the initial 50 km track](https://www.worldloppet.com/jizerska-50-launches-booking-in-shorter-circuits-but-still-hopes-for-the-initial-50-km-track/) - News coming from the Jizera Mountaing, where next weekend the 53rd edition of JIzerska 50 should take place with more than 8000 registered in the different events, 4800 on the main Jizerska race. Current thaw and rain in Jizera Mountains are making the snow conditions on Jizerska 50 tracks more difficult. The organizers therefor work
- [News from Estonia: 8th Tartu Relay Marathon and Open Track are cancelled](https://www.worldloppet.com/news-from-estonia-8th-tartu-relay-marathon-and-open-track-are-cancelled/) - Due to lack of snow, the pre-events of the 47th Tartu Maraton, the 8th Tartu Relay Marathon and Open Track races, will not take place. The pre-events were scheduled to be held on the 9th of February. The current winter does not seem to be very ski-friendly and many races were already forced to renounce to take place
- [König Ludwig Lauf ready for tomorrow's Super Sprint](https://www.worldloppet.com/konig-ludwig-lauf-ready-for-tomorrows-super-sprint/) - Main race and short race cancelled, but the show is on for the 100-m-SuperSprint with the best sprinters of the world The snow condition this year is playing crazy on many races that were forced to cancel or reduce the course and so happened to König Ludwig Lauf, the German Worldloppet race that luckily was
- [Benzina Sprint at Jizerska 50 lures participants with almost 17 000 EUR in prize money](https://www.worldloppet.com/benzina-sprint-at-jizerska-50-lures-participants-with-almost-17-000-eur-in-prize-money/) - PETTER NORTHUG WILL ALSO BE RACING The Friday programme of the 53rd edition of the ČEZ Jizerská 50 race has a new feature. It is not a new race, but the already existing race now has a great new attraction. The traditional Friday sprint is now enticing new participants with awards of over CZK 100,000
- [47th Marcialonga on fire!](https://www.worldloppet.com/47th-marcialonga-on-fire/) - The weekend is just over: big celebrations in Val di Fiemme and Val di Fassa (Trentino-Italy) from the 1st to the last arrived Top weekend in Italy! This time not so much sun shining above the participants, but it was as usual the warm cheering up from the spectators all along the slope to warm
- [The Marcialonga weekend awaiting the 7500 international skiers](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-marcialonga-weekend-awaiting-the-7500-international-skiers/) - Marcialonga Baby, Story, Stars, Mini & Young - events for all ages! 20th edition of Marcialonga Stars for Charity and Cancer research with moto-GP rider Marco Melandri The Ski Marathon in Val di Fiemme and Val di Fassa is going to be as already announced on the 70km track on Sunday, January 26th with 7500
- [News from Japan: the Sapporo International Ski Marathon is forced to cancel](https://www.worldloppet.com/news-from-japan-the-sapporo-international-ski-marathon-is-forced-to-cancel/) - After yesterday's new about the König Ludwig Lauf in Germany, the Japanese race announces cancellation too Bad news coming from Japan: the Worldloppet race Sapporo international ski marathon is forced to cancel the race due to lack of snow. The difficult snow situation had already been announced, but now the decision has been taken and
- [König Ludwig Lauf cancelled:  the weather wasn't playing along - safe the SuperSprint](https://www.worldloppet.com/konig-ludwig-lauf-cancelled-the-weather-wasnt-playing-along-safe-the-supersprint/) - The news came fresh today: after a terrible winter, with temperatures above the season's average, the German Worldloppet race König Ludwig Lauf is forced to cancel the race that was due to take place on the first weekend of February. The only race that is still going to take place, is the Super Sprint that
- [Dolomitenlauf 2020: the best celebration of the 50 years](https://www.worldloppet.com/dolomitenlauf-2020-the-best-celebration-of-the-50-years/) - The Dolomitenlauf weekend is now over, what a great 3-days to tell: Dolomitensprint, FT race and Classical race in Lienz of big succes The most attended event in Austria has finally come, and the Dolomitenlauf was celebrating this year the special occasion of 50 years history, from the 1970, the year where Robert Steiner decided
- [47th Marcialonga: the challenge between Dario Cologna and Petter Northug](https://www.worldloppet.com/47th-marcialonga-the-challenge-between-dario-cologna-and-petter-northug/) - On January 26th, 7500 athletes at the start, amongst them many well-known names The 70km competition with the two champions will take place on 26th January in Val di Fiemme and Fassa. The Swiss Italian skier Dario Cologna, also called “SuperDario”, will compete against the Norwegian Petter Northug, also called “Jantelov” or “Thug”. Two great
- [50 Years Dolomitenlauf in Lienz this weekend](https://www.worldloppet.com/50-years-dolomitenlauf-in-lienz/) - Right as the Women Alpine Ski World Cup at te end of December, now is the Dolomitenlauf celebrating 50 years jubileum in Lienz from 16th to 19th January 2020 and with a special news: the return of the Dolomitensprint in Lienz as well as the Classical Technique race that will go from Heinfels to Lienz
- [40th Sapporo International Ski Marathon at risk of cancellation](https://www.worldloppet.com/40th-sapporo-international-ski-marathon-at-risk-of-cancellation/) - Decision about the race will be taken before Sunday 26th January - all will be informed about the decision Communication by the Organisators: The Sapporo International Ski Marathon has been wholeheartedly preparing for the race to be held on February 2nd. However, the snowfall in December in 2019 was the least since the race started
- [American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation Announces 2020 Birkie Race Registration Closing!](https://www.worldloppet.com/american-birkebeiner-ski-foundation-announces-2020-birkie-race-registration-closing/) - Hurry up if you wish to take part to the legendary North-American race : registration closes on Thursday, January 9th! The American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation announced, today, that registration for the 2020 Slumberland American Birkebeiner (Birkie) 50K Skate & 55K Classic races will close this week. Skiers interested in participating in the 2020 Birkie must
- [Vasaloppet China opened the 2020 season!](https://www.worldloppet.com/vasaloppet-china-opened-the-2020-season/) - 1500 skiers visited Changchun for the event Yesterday the 18th edition of the Chinese Vasaloppet was held in fantastic winter conditions. Weather was cold in the morning but during daytime the temperatures was up to 8 degrees and the sun warmed everyone up a little bit. In the men’s race we saw a big group
- [Gallery: Vasaloppet China 2020](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-vasaloppet-china-2020/) - Have a look at the pictures of the Chinese racePhotos: Xinhua/Luo Yuan
- [Worldloppet season kicking off in the New Year with Vasaloppet China](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-season-kicking-off-in-the-new-year-with-vasaloppet-china/) - All set to go on January 4th, 2020 in Changchun Vasaloppet China is getting ready for its 18th edition in Jingyuetan Park in Changchun on January 4th 2020 and it is the sixth time hosting the Worldloppet stage. From this year our event is also included in the Challengers series from Visma Ski Classics. At this moment
- [Alex Harvey named honorary chair of 2020 Gatineau Loppet ](https://www.worldloppet.com/alex-harvey-named-honorary-chair-of-2020-gatineau-loppet/) - Discounted entry fee until Sunday, 8th December! GATINEAU, Que. – Alex Harvey, one of Canada's most decorated cross-country skiers, has been named honorary chair of the 2020 Gatineau Loppet, as announced Monday by organizers of the prestigious annual event. The 42nd edition of the largest international cross-country ski event in Canada is set for February
- [Last day to be part of La Transju with reduced fee!](https://www.worldloppet.com/last-day-to-be-part-of-la-transju-with-reduced-fee/) - The first snowflakes have arrived at the Transjurassienne that wil take place on February 8th-9th, 2020. There is still time to register, but the reduced entry fee is available until tonight, Thursday 14 November 00h! Register Discovering "La Transju Expérience" La Transju’Expérience, it is the Transju’ adventure for everybody, no ranking, no result pressure.Here you
- [The Czech Jizerska 50 almost sold out!](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-czech-jizerska-50-almost-sold-out/) - As for today, Jizerska 50 only has 20% of the capacity left Jizerska 50, the biggest winter event of the Czech Republic, will soon be sold out - the race has at the moment only 20 % of its capacity left! Jizerska 50 Organising Committee Inseparable part of Jizerska is also the memory of the
- [Tartu Marathon: 60 years of xc-skiing in Estonia](https://www.worldloppet.com/tartu-marathon-60-years-of-xc-skiing-in-estonia/) - "Where the old meets the new" In 2020 Tartu Maraton celebrates 60-years anniversary from the first start of the legendary ski race. Starting with 214 skiers in 1960, the tracks between Otepää and Elva have hosted all together more than 180 000 skiers over the years. Among them also thousands of foreigners, the biggest number of countries in one
- [Online registration for the 13th International Rostec Demino ski marathon 2020 has started!](https://www.worldloppet.com/online-registration-for-the-13th-international-rostec-demino-ski-marathon-2020-has-started/) - On February 29 - March 1, 2020 the 13th Traditional International Rostec Demino ski marathon FIS/WORLDLOPPET 2020 will be held For 13 years Demino marathon hosted athletes from more than 40 countries and almost all regions of Russia at the start! Since 2010, Demino ski marathon has been the largest ski marathon in Russia, as
- [The American Birkebeiner thinks Green - the initiative that cares about the environment](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-american-birkebeiner-thinks-green/) - Introducing Birkie Green: embracing Sustainability & Environmental Responsibility More and more events around the world are embracing new action plans that keep an eye on the environment and make their events as catalysts for a new sensibility for what surrounds us and how not to damage it. It is also the case of the North
- [Twining between two Worldloppet races: Bieg Piastow and Marcialonga](https://www.worldloppet.com/twining-between-two-worldloppet-races-bieg-piastow-and-marcialonga/) - 100 bibs for Polish skiers to enter Marcialonga, on Monday 4th November The cooperation between Marcialonga (25th -26th January) and Bieg Piastow (28th – 29th February) is now official. At the Mercure Hotel in Jelenia Gora, yesterday, 29th October 2019 there was the press conference presenting the ski marathons Marcialonga and Bieg Piastow and the twining between the two
- [Few days left to register to König Ludwig Lauf with reduced registration fee](https://www.worldloppet.com/few-days-left-to-register-to-konig-ludwig-lauf-with-registration-fee/) - The German race awaits on February 1st -2nd you to ski around the territories and castles of King Ludwig König Ludwig Lauf 2020 - a Winter fairytale - following the steps of King Ludwig II . A ski track surrounded by history and culture, discovering some of the most suggestive Bavarian landscapes, breathing the air
- [Registrations opened for Gatineau Loppet](https://www.worldloppet.com/registrations-opened-for-gatineau-loppet/) - Canada's Worldloppet race is ready to welcome international skiers Big news coming from Canada: if you are one of the first 150 who register before November 1, 2019 for the 27KM or 51KM, in classic or free technique, you will receive a free Gatineau Loppet Performance T-shirt and 3 ambassador passes for your family and
- [Marcialonga opens registration for the "Story" event](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-opens-registration-for-the-story-event/) - Going back to the 70's with Cross Country Skis on your feet Skis with 75 mm bindings, poles, shoes and clothing all from the period prior to 1976: this is the requirement to take part to the 8th Edition of Marcialonga Story, the event that was first launched in occasion of the 40th Anniversary of
- [Dolomitenlauf arriving in Lienz: back to the roots for the 50th anniversary](https://www.worldloppet.com/dolomitenlauf-arriving-in-lienz-back-to-the-roots-for-the-50th-anniversary/) - This is a week of news for Worldloppet, its projects and its members and the next big news is coming straight from the Austrian race, the Dolomitenlauf that will celebrate this year its 50th anniversary and has plenty of surprises. A short look to the past… The Dolomitenlauf is not only the most important people's
- [The Global Ski Marathon Calendar is online](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-global-ski-marathon-calendar-is-online/) - More than 120 races inserted in the calendar and valid for Worldloppet Global Ranking “The first calendar uniting ALL marathon races around the world. Doesn’t matter if Worldloppet, Euroloppet, Russialoppet, American Ski Marathon Series, Visma Ski Classics… every marathon race should be considered and be visible in one place: The Global Ski Marathon Calendar”. This
- [Jizerská 50 counts 200.000 registrations](https://www.worldloppet.com/jizerska-50-counts-200-000-registrations/) - THE HISTORIC MILESTONE IS REACHED! It's time for celebration for the Czech Worldloppet race: 200 000. This is the number of participants that the organizers of Jizerska 50 were carefully counting for the 53th year of the race, because they knew a big milestone was waiting for them. It came, just some days ago, when
- [Join the 44th Bieg Piastów](https://www.worldloppet.com/join-the-44th-bieg-piastow/) - Registration are open: take advantage of the low entry fee until end of September September is definitely the best month to get in the mood for the winter plan your cross-country season!Today, we travel to Poland: natural, beautiful tracks in the Izera Mountains will wait for you from 28.02 to 01.03.2020, if you take part
- ["La Transju' " opens registrations](https://www.worldloppet.com/la-transju-opens-registrations/) - The 11th September, be ready to get your bib From the Sapporo International Ski Marathon in Japan -that opened registrations last week- we move to France on the Jura Mountains, where another Worldloppet race is getting ready to open registrations for another great xc-experience: La Tranjurassienne will open registrations tomorrow night at 6 pm (CEST).
- [Registration open for the 40th Sapporo Ski Marathon!](https://www.worldloppet.com/registration-open-for-the-40th-sapporo-ski-marathon/) - The first three races of the Worldloppet Ski season concluded last weekend in the Southern Hemisphere with an amazing Merino Muster in New Zealand, but it is already time to look well at the race planning for the coming winter. The Japanese international ski marathon that is taking place in Sapporo is ready to welcome
- [Jessie Diggins collects her 4th victory at Merino Muster](https://www.worldloppet.com/jessie-diggins-collects-her-4th-victory-at-merino-muster/) - Merino Muster 2019 Accompanied by sunshine and clear, calm weather conditions the Merino Muster took place last night. New Zealand's representative in the Worldloppet organization, concluded the summer trio with its 25th anniversary. The sympathetic US-Olympic-Gold-Medalist Jessie Diggins celebrates her 4th victory in a row, while the men's competition was won by a Japanese. Before
- [Gallery: Merino Muster 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-merino-muster-2019/) - A few hours ago, the last skier arrived the finish of Merino Muster at the Snow Farm in New Zealand. Here are the first impressions. Enjoy! ? Kristina Aluzaite, @mountainhat
- [Summer race trio concluded at tomorrow's Merino Muster](https://www.worldloppet.com/summer-race-trio-concluded-at-tomorrows-merino-muster/) - Tomorrow, Saturday 31st August, the 3rd event of the summer race trio is standing on Worldloppet's calendar. The Snow Farm in Wanaka/NZL is well prepared to host the 25th anniversary of Merino Muster. Good snow, good entry numbers, good track preparation and good weather, all good for Worldloppet Skimarathon season stage 3. Worldloppet Master honouring
- [Gallery: Kangaroo Hoppet 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-kangaroo-hoppet-2019/) - Have a look at some of the best moments of the 29th Kangaroo Hoppet!
- [Video: COMING NEXT - Merino Muster 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/video-coming-next-merino-muster-2019/) - Next stop -> New Zealand ?? - Merino Muster❄ Endless winter with Worldloppet and SkiPlanet • #SkiPlanet is hosted by @Marika Godin, produced by Worldloppet and proudly presented by Montagnes du Jura and Rossignol & Rossignol Apparel.
- [Gallery: Ushuaialoppet 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-ushuaialoppet-2019/)
- [29th Kangaroo Hoppet of international success](https://www.worldloppet.com/29th-kangaroo-hoppet-of-international-success/) - Over 1,100 competitors from 24 countries took part in the 29th edition of the Hoppet that was staged in clear conditions on fast and firm snow. Perfect track preparation from the course groomers greeted the field in sunshine at Falls Creek. Skiing away to the podium: record 5 for the Swiss Leccardi Swiss skiing star
- [Worldloppet action down under at the Kangaroo Hoppet coming weekend](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-action-down-under-at-the-kangaroo-hoppet-coming-weekend/) - Consistent mid-season snowfalls and great trail preparation has the track for the 29th edition of the Kangaroo Hoppet in perfect condition. Further predicted Falls in the week leading into the event will enhance the course condition for the 1,000 anticipated skiers on the 24th of August. The 2019 Kangaroo Hoppet is shaping up to be one of
- [Video: COMING NEXT - Ushuaialoppet 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/video-coming-next-ushuaialoppet-2019/) - Let's start a new Worldloppet Season! The Argentinian UshuaiaLoppet is coming next week on August 18th. Are you ready for a new Worldloppet adventure with the new SkiPlanet by Worldloppet Episode?
- [Video: COMING NEXT - Kangaroo Hoppet 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/video-coming-next-kangaroo-hoppet-2019/) - A ride with Kangaroos!! Are you interested? Another great day is coming in the Southern Hemisphere. You have a Rendezvous on Saturday, August 24th for the Kangaroo Hoppet in Australia!
- [A season opening kissed by the sun in Argentina](https://www.worldloppet.com/a-season-opening-kissed-by-the-sun-in-argentina/) - Big success for the 9th Ushuaia Loppet and 33th Marcha Blanca that took place yesterday Sunday August 18th in the Tierra Mayor Valley, at the very bottom of Patagonia near Ushuaia - in the so-called "fin del mundo", the end of the world. More than 350 registered skiers joined the race, where the weather really
- [For the love of cross country skiing](https://www.worldloppet.com/for-the-love-of-cross-country-skiing/) - The final Worldloppet race of winter 2019 is over, spring is already in the starting blocks and while your cross-country skis are getting ready to enjoy a well-earned rest over the summer months (at least until August when the Ushuaialoppet is going to open the new season), we are already thinking about their next assignment.
- [Global Ski Marathon Ranking Launched at Ushuaialoppet](https://www.worldloppet.com/global-ski-marathon-ranking-launched-at-ushuaialoppet/) - Only two days remain, until the new season of marathon skiing is going to be kicked off by the first Worldloppet race, the Ushuaialoppet in Tierra del Fuego, Argentina, the so-called "fin del mundo" (end of the world). There, Worldloppet is bringing big news into the new ski marathon season: The Gloabl Ski Marathon Ranking.
- [Cross-Country Ski Season Opening at the End of the World](https://www.worldloppet.com/cross-country-ski-season-opening-at-the-end-of-the-world/) - Since Worldloppet has settled in Tierra del Fuego/Argentina, so-called the end of the world, the nordic industry there is growing and growing. The Ushuaialoppet is the Argentinian Wordloppet member and seems to be ready for opening the marathon skiing season. Already more than 25 kilometres of trail has seen the start of grooming operations around
- [The Project FIS Worldloppet Cup is coming to an end](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-project-fis-worldloppet-cup-is-coming-to-an-end/) - The 41st Worldloppet season has been one of the most successful. With 123.000 participants in total, the Worldloppet Interntional Skifederation is concluding the season 2018/2019 positively. The upcoming season is bringing some major changes: „In order to meet our vision of being the voice of popular skiing, we feel like we have to strengthen our focus
- [Registration for Marcialonga 2020 open on June 10th](https://www.worldloppet.com/registration-for-marcialonga-2020-open-on-june-10th/) - The Italian Worldloppet race usually solds out within only a few minutes after opening the online registration every year. We expect the same this year, specially when considering, that 2020's edition is going to be special one: The organizers announced, that coming season the mark of 250.000 participants in total will be broken. "This will
- [SkiPlanet by Worldloppet Episode 8](https://www.worldloppet.com/skiplanet-by-worldloppet-episode-8-fossavantsgangan/) - ?ON AIR?Welcome to the 8th episode of #SkiPlanetByWorldloppet, your worldwide cross-country marathon skiing show!Today, we’re in Ísafjörður, in Iceland, to discover the great Fossavatnsgangan... and many more! Enjoy the show! ? Don't miss a single episode of SkiPlanet and like the Worldloppet Facebook page! • SKI PLANET is hosted by Marika Godin, produced by Worldloppet and proudly presented by Montagnes du Jura and Rossignol & Rossignol Apparel.
- [Worldloppet Masters 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-masters-2019/) - After completing 10 Worldloppet races, one of them overseas, and collecting the 10 stamps in the Worldloppet Passport a skier becomes Worldloppet Master! Here are those brave skiers who achieved this life goal in 2019.
- [Race Reporter Philipp at the Fossavatnsgangan 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/race-reporter-philipp-at-the-fossavatnsgangan-2019/) - (scroll down for the video summary) It has been a while since my last time on skis and the Engadin Skimarathon seems already like a race from last season. However, my motivation to race in Iceland was still very high since it would be my 10th Worldloppet race. I packed my winter clothes and xc
- [Video Race Report Fossavatnsgangan 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/video-race-report-fossavatnsgangan-2019/) - Philipp, our Race Reporter travelled to Isafjordur in Iceland to participate in the Fossavatnsgangan in order to collect is 10th stamp in his Worldloppet passport. Here is, what he experienced there.
- [Gallery: Fossavatnsgangan 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-fossavatnsgangan-2019/)
- [Pedersen defeats Jeannerod in Fossavtansgangan final sprint](https://www.worldloppet.com/pedersen-defeats-jeannerod-in-fossavtansgangan-final-sprint/) - At 08:00 today, the elite skiers of 2019's Fossavatnsgangan were standing at the start line in the mountains of Isafjordur, looking down to the sea and feeling the cold Icelandic wind. Even though the spring in Isafjordur is extraordinarily mild, today Iceland decided to present itself as it is known - just ICEland. In total
- [Cross-country skiing with sea view](https://www.worldloppet.com/cross-country-skiing-with-sea-view/) - Tomorrow it is time to celebrate the Worldloppet winter season-ender in Iceland: Hundreds of Worldloppet skiers travelled to the Scandinavian island to collect a stamp in their passport at the Fossavatnsgangan - probably the most scenic ski marathon. Among them famous names like Ivo Niskanen & Nikita Kriukov. Yesterday evening Worldloppet skiers, masters & passport
- [Gallery: Fossavatnsgangan Thursday races](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-fossavatnsgangan-thursday-races/)
- [Important information: Fossavatnsgangan shortened](https://www.worldloppet.com/important-information-fossavatnsgangan-shortened/) - Tomorrow the Worldloppet festival in Iceland is going to start with the skating races of Fossavatnsgangan in Isafjordur. As you may have heard, the winter has been exceptionally mild in Iceland. As a result of this, the snow at the regular start and finish area has already left for summer holidays. Therefore, Fossavatnsgangan will be
- [Jizerska 50 launches registrations for 2020](https://www.worldloppet.com/jizerska-50-launches-registrations-for-2020/) - Just a few sporting events can boast such a rich history and so many participants like the Jizerská 50, the largest cross-country race in the Czech Republic. The Czech Worldloppet race just opened the registrations for the three-day event in the Jizera Mountains. This year they had a record attendance with 7,707 cross-country skiers. Will
- [Gräfnings & Tarantola are the FIS Worldloppet Cup Champions 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/grafnings-tarantola-are-the-fis-worldloppet-cup-champions-2019-2/) - After one year break, the Ugra Ski Marathon in the Russian Khanty-Mansiysk returned into the FIS Worldloppet Cup as final stage today. The 50 km skating race brought the decision in the FIS-worldcup of long-distance skiing: Maria Gräfnings from Sweden & Damien Tarantola (FRA) are the Champions 2019. 6th place enough for Tarantola to defend
- [Gallery: FIS Worldloppet Cup - The Final! Ugra Ski Marathon 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-fis-worldloppet-cup-the-final-ugra-ski-marathon/)
- [Fossavatnsgangan preparing everything for the last show on snow in winter 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/fossavatnsgangan-preparing-everything-for-the-last-show-on-snow-in-winter-2019/) - Spring has come to the most parts of Europe and the Worldloppet race organizations slowly start to organize everything for their summer competitions. But we still have one final show on snow left in this winter: In Isafjordur, the north-western end of Iceland, winter just hit the mountains and the village with a new load
- [SkiPlanet by Worldloppet Episode 7](https://www.worldloppet.com/skiplanet-by-worldloppet-episode-7/) - ?ON AIR? Welcome to the 7th episode of #SkiPlanetByWorldloppet, your worldwide cross-country marathon skiing show! Today, we’re in Saint-Moritz, in Switzerland, to discover the great Engadin Skimarathon… and many more! Enjoy the show! ? Don't miss this episode AND like the Worldloppet Facebook-page for not missing a single episode of #SkiPlanet.
- [Gallery: FIS Worldloppet Cup Champions 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/gallery-fis-worldloppet-cup-champions-2019/)
- [FIS Worldloppet Cup Final Stage in Russia is coming](https://www.worldloppet.com/fis-worldloppet-cup-final-stage-in-russia-is-coming/) - The FIS Worldloppet Cup season 2019 is coming to an end! Only one stage is remaining. This weekend the Ugra Ski Marathon in the Siberian Khanty-Mansiysk is going to decide, who will become FIS Worldloppet Cup Champion 2019. A long marathon skiing season is coming to an end It has already been a long season
- [Birkebeinerrennet 2019 Gallery](https://www.worldloppet.com/birkebeinerrennet-2019-gallery/)
- [Kowalczyk & Eliassen triumph at Birkebeinerrennet 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/kowalczyk-eliassen-triumph-at-birkebeinerrennet-2019/) - Like every year, thousands of cross-country skiing lovers honoured the legacy of the Birkebeiner warriors at today's Birkebeinerrennet. The victories in 2019 go to Poland's Justyna Kowalczyk & Norway's Petter Eliassen. Norway's biggest cross-country skiing race is also one of the biggest xc-events in the world and a highlight in the Worldloppet calendar. Like every
- [Vasaloppet China 2019 - FIS Worldloppet Cup opening stage Gallery](https://www.worldloppet.com/vasaloppet-china-2019-fis-worldloppet-cup-opening-stage/)
- [SkiPlanet by Worldloppet Episode 6](https://www.worldloppet.com/skiplanet-by-worldloppet-episode-6/) - ?ON AIR? Welcome to the 6th episode of #SkiPlanetByWorldloppet, your worldwide cross-country marathon skiing show! Today, we’re in Szklarska Poręba, in Poland, to discover the great Bieg Piastów… and many more! Enjoy the show! ? Don't miss this episode AND like the Worldloppet Facebook page for not missing a single episode of #SkiPlanet! • SkiPlanet
- [Race Reporter Philipp at the Engadin Skimarathon 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/race-reporter-philipp-at-the-engadin-skimarathon-2019/) - My 9th Worldloppet race brought me to the wide valley of Engadin, Switzerland. The Engadin Skimarathon is the second largest cross-country skiing race in the world and certainly one of the most prestigious trophies for skating specialists. The last three Worldloppet races have been far away from home, Japan, Canada and the USA, - it
- [Video: Race Reporter Philipp at the Engadin Skimarathon 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/video-race-reporter-philipp-at-the-engadin-skimarathon-2019/) - Philipp, our Race Reporter travelled to the valley of Engadin in Switzerland to participate in the Engadin Skimarathon in order to collect is 9th stamp in his Worldloppet passport. Here is, what he experienced there.
- [Engadin Skimarathon 2019 - Gallery](https://www.worldloppet.com/engadin-skimarathon-2019-gallery/) - 14.200 skiers took part in the Engadin Skimarathon 2019 on the 10th of March. The vicotries stay in Switzerland: Dario Cologna managed to win the Engadiner for the 4th time and Nathalie von Siebenthal finished as first woman. Here are the best impressions of the Swiss Worldloppet race.
- [Cologna and von Siebenthal take home the victory at the Engadin Skimarathon](https://www.worldloppet.com/cologna-and-von-siebenthal-take-home-the-victory-at-the-engadin-skimarathon/) - Dario Cologna and Nathalie von Siebenthal are the winners of the 51st Engadin Skimarathon. The two Swiss athletes dominated the race from start to finish. Cologna clinched the win putting in a final head to head spurt to clock a record time – von Siebenthal came in almost one minute ahead of the runner-up. The
- [14.200 skiers waiting for the Engadin Skimarathon](https://www.worldloppet.com/14-200-skiers-waiting-for-the-engadin-skimarathon/) - The 51st Engadin Skimarathon again offers the best cross-country skiing in Switzerland and a field of top international skiers. Dario Cologna and Roman Furger among the men and Anouk Faivre-Picon among the women can win the Engadiner for the fourth time. The run has been sold out since the end of January; 14,200 skiers are
- [New Book: Polish Global Skier about him skiing around the world](https://www.worldloppet.com/new-book-polish-global-skier-about-him-skiing-around-the-world/) - The Polish famous Worldloppet skier Andrzej Guzinski has been writing a book about his path from a „skiing nobody” to a Global Skier. An official premiere took place during the last Bieg Piastów. „Twenty steps on snow”, as it is titled, tells a story of a man - Andrzej Guzinski - who decided to try
- [Bieg Piastow 2019 Gallery](https://www.worldloppet.com/bieg-piastow-2019-gallery/)
- [Demino Skimarathon 2019 Gallery](https://www.worldloppet.com/demino-skimarathon-2019-gallery/)
- [Vasaloppet 2019 Gallery](https://www.worldloppet.com/vasaloppet-2019-gallery/) - (c) Vasaloppet/Nisse Schmidt
- [Interview with Tore Berdan & Britta Norgren about their Vasa-Victory](https://www.worldloppet.com/interview-with-tore-berdan-britta-norgren-about-their-vasa-victory/) - Vasaloppet 2019 offered solo victories in both the men's and women's class. Norwegian Tore Bjørset Berdal broke away with barely five kilometres left and could hold his ground for a victory in the men's class and Britta Johansson Norgren won the ladies' class after having been alone in the lead for almost the whole race.
- [Berdal & Norgren win 2019's Vasaloppet](https://www.worldloppet.com/berdal-norgren-win-2019s-vasaloppet/) - Today at 08:00 in the morning more than 15.000 skiers started to move from the Swedish Sälen to Mora for the 2019-edition of the famous Vasaloppet. Almost 5 hours later we know, who finished first and gets the honor and glory as next Vasaloppet winner of the history. More precisely, 4:49:15 later, the winner crossed
- [Russians defend their home turf at Demino Skimarathon](https://www.worldloppet.com/russians-defend-their-home-turf-at-demino-skimarathon/) - About two thousand skiers from 19 countries of the world and 60 regions of Russia took part in the main race of the Demino Skimarathon today. Among them are Olympic champions, professional athletes and also a lot of Worldloppet masters. As a result, the Russian skiers were able to defend their home turf. Both podiums,
- [WATCH LIVE: Demino Skimarathon 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/watch-live-demino-skimarathon-2019/) - The Russian Worldloppet race, the Demino Skimarathon is taking place this weekend. On Saturday the 2nd March the traditional marathon race over 50 km in free technique is taking place and on Sunday the 3rd the participants are going fo 25 km classic technique. !Watch both races live here! The live streams start on both
- [Really everything you need to know about Vasaloppet 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/really-everything-you-need-to-know-about-vasaloppet-2019/) - The 95th Vasaloppet will start in Sälen on Sunday, March 3, 2019, at 08:00.Vasaloppet is fully booked, as usual, which means 15,800 registered participants. In total around 62,000 participants have registered so far for the Vasaloppet Winter Week 2019 races. This is the 42nd year that Vasaloppet will be broadcast live on Swedish Television. Here
- [The history of Finnish Worldloppet Masters](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-history-of-finnish-worldloppet-masters/) - Finland is a country with many Worldloppet skiers and Masters. In 2017 Finland had the second highest number of Masters of all the nations in Worldloppet and most multiple masters. Also several skiers who have collected more than ten Master titles are coming from Finland. The book "Elämyshiihtoja maailmall - Worldloppet Masters Finland 1986-2016" tells
- [Race Reporter Philipp at the American Birkebeiner 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/race-reporter-philipp-at-the-american-birkebeiner-2019/) - Read his full report here
- [SkiPlanet by Worldloppet Episode 5](https://www.worldloppet.com/skiplanet-by-worldloppet-episode-5/) - ?ON AIR? Welcome to the 5th episode of #SkiPlanetByWorldloppet, your worldwide cross-country marathon skiing show! Today, we’re in Tartu, in Estonia, to discover the great Tartu Maratoni Kuubik… and many more (Hellenurme Veskimuuseum MTÜ, Eesti Rahva Muuseum / Estonian National Museum, Demino Marathons, Engadin Skimarathon…)! Enjoy the show ! ? Don't miss this episode AND
- [Race Reporter Philipp doing the American Birkebeiner 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/race-reporter-philipp-doing-the-american-birkebeiner-2019/) - America’s largest cross-country ski race is well known all around the globe and has always been on my bucket list. Tired from the two marathons but very excited my travel companions and I started our journey from Gatineau to Hayward. The expected half day on the road and in the airplane turned out to be
- [American Birkebeiner 2019 Gallery](https://www.worldloppet.com/american-birkebeiner-2019-gallery/)
- [Finlandia Hiihto 2019 Gallery](https://www.worldloppet.com/finlandia-hiihto-2019-gallery/)
- [Maria Gräfnings secures FIS Worldloppet Cup Champion Title 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/maria-grafnings-secures-fis-worldloppet-cup-champion-title-2019/) - Seven years ago the FInlandia Hiihto was part of the FIS Worldloppet Cup. Today the official FIS-worldcup of marathon skiing returned to the cross-country skiing capital in Finland, to Lahti, for the 6th and previous last stage of the ongoing season. Maria Gräfnings can secure her first FIS Worldloppet Cup overall title already today with winning the
- [Is Finlandia Hiihto bringing the decision in the FIS Worldloppet Cup 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/is-finlandia-hiihto-bringing-the-decision-in-the-fis-worldloppet-cup-2019/) - Tomorrow we are going to enter the final period of the FIS Worldloppet Cup 2019. The 6th and previous last stage is awaiting us in the cross-country skiing capital Lahti, in Finland: The Finlandia Hiihto. Is Maria Gräfnings going to fix her overall title already tomorrow? Will Damien Tarantola increase his lead? Tomorrow, Sunday 24th
- [Skiing action at the American Birkebeiner weekend](https://www.worldloppet.com/skiing-action-at-the-american-birkebeiner-weekend/) - While the marathon skiing elite at the moment is focussing on the Finlandia Hiihto in Lahti, which is the 6th stage of the FIS Worldloppet Cup 2019, another Worldloppet race is holding its events this weekend: The American Birkebeiner. Already the whole week the mainstreet of Hayward has been the venue of different events on
- [LIVE STREAM: Tartu Maraton 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/live-tartu-maraton-2019/) - Estonia's Worldloppet race, Tartu Maraton 2019, is hosting the FIS Worldloppet Cup stage 4 on Sunday, 17th Feb morning 07:45 CET. !Watch the whole race live from the start in Otepää to the finish in Elva! Nearly 5000 skiers have signed up for the 46th edition of Tartu Maraton. The final elite start list is
- [Race Reporter Philipp travelling over the great lake](https://www.worldloppet.com/race-reporter-philipp-travelling-over-the-great-lake/) - February is a busy month in Northern America when it comes to Worldloppet races. The city of Gatineau and Hayward, a small town in Wisconsin, are welcoming skiers from all over the world. Two hot weekends of long-distance racing are on the menu, first in Canada, then in the US, first the Gatineau Loppet, then
- [Video: Race Reporter Philipp at the Gatineau Loppet 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/video-race-reporter-philipp-at-the-gatineau-loppet-2019/) - Read the full Gatineau Loppet Race Report
- [Gatineau Loppet 2019 Gallery](https://www.worldloppet.com/gatineau-loppet-2019-gallery/)
- [Gatineau Loppet weekend attracted 2200 skiers](https://www.worldloppet.com/gatineau-loppet-weekend-attracted-2200-skiers/) - The Gatineau Loppet’s 41st edition started under brilliant sunshine at École secondaire Mont-Bleu in Gatineau area this weekend. All participants, from expert to beginner, were eager to hit the trails of Gatineau Park for the classic technique, the free technique and the snowshoe races. This year again, the 51 km free technique, which started from
- [Tartu Maraton 2019 Gallery](https://www.worldloppet.com/tartu-maraton-2019-gallery/) - On the 17th of February 2019, almost 5000 skiers gathered in Otepää, Estonia, for the start of the 46th Tartu Maraton. (c) Adam Illingworth
- [Niko Koskela first Finn to win Tartu Maraton](https://www.worldloppet.com/niko-koskela-first-finn-to-win-tartu-maraton/) - Aftere melting spring weather over the last days the relief came tonight, when minus degrees ensured a frozen and very firm track for the 46th Tartu Maraton between Otepää and Elva. The conditions have been as good, that the big winner of today, Niko Koskela (FIN), even skied a new record time on the 63-km
- [SkiPlanet by Worldloppet Episode 4](https://www.worldloppet.com/skiplanet-by-worldloppet-episode-4/) - ?ON AIR? Just a few days before Tartu Maraton, welcome to the 4th episode of #SkiPlanetByWorldloppet, your worldwide cross-country marathon skiing show! Today, we’re in Les Rousses, in #JuraMountains, to discover the great La Transju' and many more (Finlandia-hiihto, Bieg Piastów, Juraflore Fort des Rousses, Vandel…)! Enjoy the show! ? Don't miss this episode AND
- [Will the French skiers conquer Tartu Maraton again?](https://www.worldloppet.com/will-the-french-skiers-conquer-tartu-maraton-again/) - Estonia’s biggest skiing marathon, the 46th Tartu Maraton will take place this Sunday. Since it is the 5th stage of the FIS Worldloppet Cup, there is quite a big possibility that the French male skiers will occupy all three podium places for the second year in a row. The first four races of the FIS
- [Outstanding Conditions for the 41st Edition of the Gatineau Loppet](https://www.worldloppet.com/gatineau-loppet-awaiting-the-worldloppet-circus-this-weekend/) - The Gatineau Loppet Organizing Committee is putting the finishing touches on the 41stedition of the biggest international cross-country ski event in Canada. Skiers of every caliber, from some 20 different countries, will get to share a memorable experience in the festive atmosphere along the trails of Gatineau Park. Gatineau Loppet President Jean-François Rochefort is happy
- [Jizerska Padesatka won by Andreas Nygaard and Lina Korsgren](https://www.worldloppet.com/jizerska-padesatka-won-by-andreas-nygaard-in-a-dramatic-finish/) - Such a nail-biting finish had not been seen at Jizerská 50 for ages! The first contestants were a large men’s group, the strongest racer being the Norwegian Andreas Nygaard. Among the women, it was decided before Hřebínek. The Swede Lina Korsgren made it to the finish with a lead of more than one minute over
- [Jizerska Padesatka 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/jizerska-padesatka-2019/)
- [La Transjurasienne 2019 - 4th FIS Worldloppet Cup stage](https://www.worldloppet.com/la-transjurasienne-2019-4th-fis-worldloppet-cup-stage/)
- [Robin Duvillard & Anouk Faivre-Picon win Transju 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/robin-duvillard-anouk-faivre-picon-win-transju-2019/) - FIS Worldloppet Cup stage 4: 68 km Transjurasienne After some years the La Transjurasienne, biggest cross-country skiing race in France, could return to the original course between Lamoura and Mouthe. Today the 68 km long skating race was hosting the FIS Worldloppet Cup stage 4. That means, not only the best marathon skiers of France were
- [FIS Worldloppet Cup staging at La Transjurasienne tomorrow](https://www.worldloppet.com/fis-worldloppet-cup-staging-at-la-transjurasienne-tomorrow/) - The Worldloppet family is split up this weekend. One part travelled to the Jura mountains in France, to celebrate the 40th anniversary of La Transjurasienne and see the FIS Worldloppet Cup stage 4, the other part is visiting the Czech Republic for the Jizerska50. FIS Worldloppet Cup stage 4 - Transjurasienne The first three races
- [Philipp the Race Reporter at Sapporo Skimarathon](https://www.worldloppet.com/philipp-the-race-reporter-at-sapporo-skimarathon/) - Philipp was a former pro-skier of the Austrian National team, later a member of the Skimarathon Team Austria & now he is the Worldloppet Race Reporter. This season he is travelling around the world, to the different Worldloppet races on a mission: He wants to become a Worldloppet Master. While he is doing that, he is
- [Worldloppet Welcome at La Transju' Fair](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-welcome-at-la-transju-fair/) - All Worldloppet Masters and Worldloppet Passport holders travelling to the French Jura Mountains for the next Worldloppet race, La Transjurasienne, are invited to the Worldloppet Welcome by Julbo. The Worldloppet-Julbo Lounge is located at the International Nordic Fair of Les Rousses, where the skiers get their bibs and everything else they need before the big
- [Worldloppet Race Reporter at Sapporo Skimarathon 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-race-reporter-at-sapporo-skimarathon-2019/) - Philipp, the Worldloppet Race Reporter travelled to Japan, to Sapporo, in order to follow his mission of becoming a Worldloppet Master in 2019. See what he experienced at the Sapporo Skimarathon!
- [Transju' ready to welcome thousands of Worldloppet skiers](https://www.worldloppet.com/transjurasienne/) - Excitement is at its peak in the Jura Mountains with the confirmation of the different Transju’ courses and we couldn’t have dreamed of a more beautiful birthday present for La Transju’. For its 40th birthday La Transju’ will be reunited with its historic track and Sunday’s event will reunify Lamoura to Mouthe, in the Doubs. Road
- [SkiPlanet by Worldloppet Episode 3](https://www.worldloppet.com/skiplanet-by-worldloppet-episode-3/) - ?ON AIR? Just before La Transju', welcome to the third episode of #SkiPlanetByWorldloppet, your worldwide cross-country marathon skiing show! Today, we’re in Oberammergau, in Naturpark Ammergauer Alpen, to discover the great König Ludwig Lauf… and many more (Kloster Ettal, Gatineau Loppet,Tartu Maraton)! Enjoy the show! ? Don't miss this episode AND like the #Worldloppet page
- [Sapporo Skimarathon 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/sapporo-skimarathon-2019/)
- [Philipp the Race Reporter at his first Dolomitenlauf](https://www.worldloppet.com/philipp-the-race-reporter-at-his-first-dolomitenlauf/) - Our Worldloppet Race Reporter Philiipp visited the Dolomitenlauf & here is his report. Philipp was a former pro-skier of the Austrian National team, later a member of the Skimarathon Team Austria & now he is the Worldloppet Race Reporter. This season he is travelling around the world, to the different Worldloppet races on a mission: He
- [Why should a Worldloppet skier travel to the Dolomitenlauf?](https://www.worldloppet.com/why-should-a-worldloppet-skier-travel-to-the-dolomitenlauf/) - Austria: Dolomitenlauf
- [This is SkiPlanet by Worldloppet](https://www.worldloppet.com/this-is-skiplanet-by-worldloppet/) - This is your online TV-show, bringing the whole world of marathon skiing to you. SkiPlanet is a Worldloppet production hosted by Marika Godin, who is travelling and skiing around the world, to show you everything around the passion of skiing marathons!
- [SkiPlanet by Worldloppet Episode 2](https://www.worldloppet.com/skiplanet-episode-2/) - ?ON AIR?Welcome to the second episode of #SkiPlanetByWorldloppet, your worldwide cross-country marathon skiing show !Today, we’re in Obertilliach, in Osttirol - Dein BergTirol, to discover the great LRC - Dolomitenlauf Lienz... and many more (Dolomitenhütte Osttirol • König Ludwig Lauf • Sapporo Ski marathon 3.2.2019 • Jizerská 50) !Enjoy the show ! ? Don't miss the second episode of this brand new ski show AND
- [SkiPlanet by Worldloppet Episode 1](https://www.worldloppet.com/skiplanet-episdoe-1/) - ?ON AIR?Welcome to the first episode of #SkiPlanet by #Worldloppet, your new worldwide cross-country marathon skiing show! Today, we’re in Changchun, in north-East of China ??, to discover the great Vasaloppet China!Enjoy the show! ? Don't miss the first episode of this brand new ski show AND like the Worldloppet page for not missing a single episode of SkiPlanet! • SkiPlanet is hosted
- [König Ludwig Lauf 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/konig-ludwig-lauf-2019/)
- [1700 happy skiers at 39th Sapporo Skimarathon](https://www.worldloppet.com/1700-happy-skiers-at-39th-sapporo-skimarathon/) - While the German Oberammergau was hosting the FIS Worldloppet Cup stage 3 this weekend at the König Ludwig Lauf, a second Worldloppet race took place. 1700 international skiers gathered in Sapporo, Japan, for the Sapporo Skimarathon 2019. 1700 skiers at 39th Sapporo Skimarathon Yesterday, Sunday 3rd February, the 39th edition of the traditional Sapporo Skimarathon
- [Lina Korsgren and Morten Eide Pedersen win König Ludwig Lauf](https://www.worldloppet.com/lina-korsgren-and-morten-eide-pedersen-win-konig-ludwig-lauf/) - When Oberammergau (Germany) & the marathon skiing elite woke up this morning, a 20 cm layer of fresh snow & further snowfalls already awaited them. So already before the start, it was clear: The König Ludwig Lauf 2019 is going to be a slow & hard race! 50 km of Classic Technique passing the famous castle Linderhof
- [FIS Worldloppet Cup stage 3 taking place tomorrow](https://www.worldloppet.com/fis-worldloppet-cup-stage-3-taking-place-tomorrow/) - Tomorrow two Worldloppet races are going to take place. One on the other side of the Globe, in Japan: The Sapporo Skimarathon. The other one is taking place in Germany, in Oberammergau. The König Ludwig Lauf is going to host the 3rd FIS Worldloppet Cup stage 2019 tomorrow. König Ludwig Lauf hosting FIS Worldloppet Cup
- [Marcialonga 2019 SOLD OUT](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-2019-sold-out/) - The 7500 bibs for the 46th Marcialonga, on the 27th January 2019, are already taken.
- [Dolomitenlauf 2019 - 2nd FIS Worldloppet Cup stage](https://www.worldloppet.com/dolomitenlauf-2019-2nd-fis-worldloppet-cup-stage/)
- [Dolomiten Classic Race 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/dolomiten-classic-race-2019/)
- [Marcialonga 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-2019/)
- [Merino Muster 2017](https://www.worldloppet.com/merino-muster-2017/)
- [Dolomitenlauf 2017 - Classicrace](https://www.worldloppet.com/dolomitenlauf-2017-classicrace/) - 42 Km Classicrace. Obertilliach in the Austrian Dolomites.
- [Dolomitenlauf 2017 - FIS Worldloppet Cup stage 2](https://www.worldloppet.com/dolomitenlauf-2017-fis-worldloppet-cup-stage-2/) - The skating race in the Austrian Dolomites, the Dolomitenlauf, opens the FIS Worldloppet Cup 2017.
- [Marcialonga Story 2017](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-story-2017/) - Hundreds of ski lovers celebreate the history of cross country skiing and the Marcialonga wearing vintage cloths and oldschool skies.
- [Marcialonga 2017 - 3rd FIS Worldloppet Cup stage](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-2017-3rd-fis-worldloppet-cup-stage/) - The traditional Italian Worldloppet race, Marcialonga, in Val di Fiemme/Fassa hosted the 3rd FIS Worldloppet Cup stage 2017
- [König Ludwig Lauf 2017 - 4th FIS Worldloppet Cup stage](https://www.worldloppet.com/konig-ludwig-lauf-2017-4th-fis-worldloppet-cup-stage/)
- [La Transjurasienne 2017 - FIS Worldloppet Cup stage 5](https://www.worldloppet.com/la-transjurasienne-2017-fis-worldloppet-cup-stage-5/)
- [Jizerska Padesatka 2017](https://www.worldloppet.com/jizerska-padesatka-2017/)
- [Tartu Maraton 2017 - 6th FIS Worldloppet Cup stage](https://www.worldloppet.com/tartu-maraton-2017-6th-fis-worldloppet-cup-stage/)
- [Engadin Skimarathon 2017 - (c) swiss-image.ch](https://www.worldloppet.com/engadin-skimarathon-2017-c-swiss-image-ch/)
- [Bieg Piastow 2017](https://www.worldloppet.com/bieg-piastow-2017/) - by Marcin Oliva Soto
- [Final FIS Worldloppet Cup stage 2017 - Ugra Ski Marathon](https://www.worldloppet.com/final-fis-worldloppet-cup-stage-2017-ugra-ski-marathon/)
- [Vasaloppet China 2017](https://www.worldloppet.com/vasaloppet-china-2017/) - 2017's winter season started on the 4th of Jan. in the Chinese Changchun with the 15th Vasaloppet China
- [Ushuaialoppet 2017](https://www.worldloppet.com/ushuaialoppet-2017/)
- [Kangaroo Hoppet 2017](https://www.worldloppet.com/kangaroo-hoppet-2017/) - 1000 skiers celebrated the Kangaroo Hoppet 2017
- [New race: Tartu Maraton Vintage](https://www.worldloppet.com/new-race-tartu-maraton-vintage/) - Estonian Tartu Maraton is coming up with a new race format, where participants race with wooden skies.
- [70 km track is ready for this weekend's Marcialonga](https://www.worldloppet.com/70-km-track-is-ready-for-this-weekends-marcialonga/) - The coming weekend we focus on Italy, for the Marcialonga. Organizers announce best conditions. In two days, on 27th January, Marcialonga will celebrate the 46th edition of a long history. This year there are all sorts of champions at the start – both champions of the past and today's champions – including Olympic stars of
- [Norgren & Eliassen are the Champions of Marcialonga 2019](https://www.worldloppet.com/norgren-eliassen-are-the-champions-of-marcialonga-2019/) - 7500 skiing enthusiasts made the Marcialonga 2019 again a special one. The elite group was dominated by Sweden and Norway. Today 7500 skiing enthusiasts packed their skiers and poles very early in the morning to be on the starting line of Marcialonga in Val die Fiemme & Fassa, Italy. Among them, very famous names of the
- [Fresh snow at the tracks of Dolomitenlauf](https://www.worldloppet.com/fresh-snow-at-the-tracks-of-dolomitenlauf/) - Coming weekend the Worldloppet family is focusing on Austria & the Dolomitenlauf. Weather conditions are promising.
- [Vasaloppet China 2018](https://www.worldloppet.com/vasaloppet-china-2018/)
- [Dolomiten Classic Race 2018](https://www.worldloppet.com/dolomiten-classic-race-2018/)
- [Dolomitenlauf 2018 - FIS Worldloppet Cup stage 1](https://www.worldloppet.com/dolomitenlauf-2018-fis-worldloppet-cup-stage-1/) - (c) EXPA
- [König Ludwig Lauf 2018 - skating Saturday](https://www.worldloppet.com/konig-ludwig-lauf-2018-skating-saturday/)
- [König Ludwig Lauf 2018 - Classic main race](https://www.worldloppet.com/konig-ludwig-lauf-2018-classic-main-race/) - FIS Worldloppet Cup 2018 stage 2
- [Sapporo Skimarathon 2018](https://www.worldloppet.com/sapporo-skimarathon-2018/)
- [Dolomitensprint 2018](https://www.worldloppet.com/dolomitensprint-2018/)
- [American Birkebeiner 2018](https://www.worldloppet.com/american-birkebeiner-2018/) - FIS Worldloppet Cup stage 5
- [Merino Muster 2018](https://www.worldloppet.com/merino-muster-2018/)
- [Kangaroo Hoppet 2018](https://www.worldloppet.com/kangaroo-hoppet-2018-2/) - Second Worldloppet race on the southern hemisphere - Kangaroo Hoppet
- [Ushuaialoppet 2018](https://www.worldloppet.com/ushuaialoppet-2018-2/) - 12th August 2018, 8th Ushuaialoppet
- [Fossavatnsgangan 2018](https://www.worldloppet.com/fossavatnsgangan-2018-2/)
- [Birkebeinerrennet 2018 - 80th anniversary](https://www.worldloppet.com/birkebeinerrennet-2018-80th-anniversary-2/)
- [Engadin Skimarathon - Final FIS Worldloppet cup stage](https://www.worldloppet.com/engadin-skimarathon-final-fis-worldloppet-cup-stage/) - (c) swiss-image.ch
- [Bieg Piastow 2018](https://www.worldloppet.com/bieg-piastow-2018/) - (c) Marcin Oliva Soto, Jacek Deneka, Piotr Dymus.
- [Demino Skimarathon 2018](https://www.worldloppet.com/demino-skimarathon-2018/) - 6th FIS Worldloppet Cup stage
- [Tartu Maraton 2018](https://www.worldloppet.com/tartu-maraton-2018/) - FIS Worldloppet Cup stage 4 (c) Säks/Haud
- [Finlandia Hiihto 2018](https://www.worldloppet.com/finlandia-hiihto-2018/)
- [Big race of big Russia!](https://www.worldloppet.com/big-race-of-big-russia-2/) - Big race of big Russia!!
- [Linear Lake Philippe-Gatineau course: 55 km classic race sanctioned by Cross-Country Canada](https://www.worldloppet.com/linear-lake-philippe-gatineau-course-55-km-classic-race-sanctioned-by-cross-country-canada/) - Linear Lake Philippe-Gatineau course: 55 km classic race sanctioned by Cross-Country Canada
- [Last 400 numbers for online registration for 46th Jizerská 50](https://www.worldloppet.com/last-400-numbers-for-online-registration-for-46th-jizerska-50/) - Do you leave everything until the last moment? Well, make sure you don't miss the opportunity to...
- [Interview with Stephanie Santer (ITA)](https://www.worldloppet.com/interview-with-stephanie-santer-ita/) - The overall winner of the FIS Marathon Cup 2012-13 speaks about the new season.
- [Stoneham new Worldloppet clothing supplier](https://www.worldloppet.com/stoneham-new-worldloppet-clothing-supplier/) - For the coming season, the young Swedish clothing company Stoneham, founded in 2010 by...
- [New Worldloppet promotional trailer now available online!](https://www.worldloppet.com/new-worldloppet-promotional-trailer-now-available-online/) - Additionally to the launch of the new web page and the new outlook of the newsletter, Worldloppet now also has a new...
- [Young Skier Programs Get Funding Boost from ABSF](https://www.worldloppet.com/young-skier-programs-get-funding-boost-from-absf/) - Congratulations to the 10 youth cross country ski programs that will get a boost this winter!
- [40 years on the Marcialonga course](https://www.worldloppet.com/40-years-on-the-marcialonga-course/) - They have covered 2.578 km
- [Winter is coming!](https://www.worldloppet.com/winter-is-coming/) - News from the Gatineau Loppet
- [Course of Tartu Maraton awaits skiers](https://www.worldloppet.com/course-of-tartu-maraton-awaits-skiers/) - Winter has arrived to Estonia!
- [Green light for La Transjurassienne 2013!](https://www.worldloppet.com/green-light-for-la-transjurassienne-2013/) - 35th edition of the great Transjurassienne adventure! February 9 and 10, 2013 - Lamoura/Mouthe (FRA)
- [Sirdal Skimarathon](https://www.worldloppet.com/sirdal-skimarathon/) - A skimarathon marking its way
- [Early bird discount for Tartu Maraton lasts until Friday](https://www.worldloppet.com/early-bird-discount-for-tartu-maraton-lasts-until-friday/) - Who wants to ski the Tartu Maraton? Now it's the time to inscribe yourself!!!
- [Already over 5500 participants enrolled to the 42nd Tartu Maraton](https://www.worldloppet.com/already-over-5500-participants-enrolled-to-the-42nd-tartu-maraton/) - Don't forget to register for the Tartu Maraton 2013!!!
- [Demino Ski Marathon WORLDLOPPET: helping children, saving the environment - creating the future!](https://www.worldloppet.com/demino-ski-marathon-worldloppet-helping-children-saving-the-environment-creating-the-future/) - The Demino Ski Marathon is engaged to bring children to the snow!
- [SkiTrax FIS Marathon Cup Fantasy contest](https://www.worldloppet.com/skitrax-fis-marathon-cup-fantasy-contest/) - Not registered yet? Do it now!!!
- [Fully booked Marcialonga counts it down](https://www.worldloppet.com/fully-booked-marcialonga-counts-it-down/) - Snow cannons on full throttle
- [Not yet registered for the Gatineau Loppet?](https://www.worldloppet.com/not-yet-registered-for-the-gatineau-loppet/) - Now's the time!!!
- [Tartu Maraton is growing it's numbers](https://www.worldloppet.com/tartu-maraton-is-growing-its-numbers/) - Have you registered yet?!
- [Rezac 3rd in the 21km La Sgambeda Classic race](https://www.worldloppet.com/rezac-3rd-in-the-21km-la-sgambeda-classic-race/) - News from the Skinfit Racing Team
- [Register now for the König-Ludwig-Lauf](https://www.worldloppet.com/register-now-for-the-konig-ludwig-lauf/) - Get a 5 Euro Voucher
- [Northug & Roponen win the La Sgambeda 42km FT](https://www.worldloppet.com/northug-roponen-win-the-la-sgambeda-42km-ft/) - Both leading the overall FIS MC now
- [Pictures ofthe first FIS Marathon Cup La Sgambeda](https://www.worldloppet.com/pictures-ofthe-first-fis-marathon-cup-la-sgambeda/) - La Sgambeda 42km FT, 16.12.2012
- [Marcialonga for many next January](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-for-many-next-january/) - Morandini and his team among top contenders
- [Birkie Warriors & Inga Contest Winners Announced](https://www.worldloppet.com/birkie-warriors-inga-contest-winners-announced/) - Congratulations to Chris Lawn, Tom Lawn, and Lori House!
- [Lowest entry fee until 31.12.2012](https://www.worldloppet.com/lowest-entry-fee-until-31122012/) - Don't miss the opportunity and register now for the Engadin Skimarathon!
- [Merry Christmas & a happy New Year!!!](https://www.worldloppet.com/merry-christmas-a-happy-new-year/) - Have a wonderful time!
- [Skinfit Racing Team becomes iXmind Racing Team](https://www.worldloppet.com/skinfit-racing-team-becomes-ixmind-racing-team/) - New name - same red suits
- [Organisers of Jizerská 50 struggle with warm and rainy weather](https://www.worldloppet.com/organisers-of-jizerska-50-struggle-with-warm-and-rainy-weather/) - More information on the actual snow situation
- [The 39th Dolomitenlauf is ensured in Obertilliach!](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-39th-dolomitenlauf-is-ensured-in-obertilliach/) - For days, the 42 km track for the Dolomitenlauf in Obertilliach is ready for the big race.
- [Jizerska 50 confirmed, tracks are ready!](https://www.worldloppet.com/jizerska-50-confirmed-tracks-are-ready/) - The fight against inclement weather that the organizers of Jizerska 50 CSOB Pojistovny put up was successful
- [Marcialonga approaches quickly. Light course for over 500!](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-approaches-quickly-light-course-for-over-500/) - Marcialonga to kick off on Sunday 27 January in Fiemme and Fassa valleys (Italy)!
- [Team Coop is ready to fight in Jizerska!](https://www.worldloppet.com/team-coop-is-ready-to-fight-in-jizerska/) - Jizerská Padesatka 50km CT
- [Anders Aukland (NOR) & Valentina Shevchenko (UKR) winner of the 50km CT Jizerská Padesatka!](https://www.worldloppet.com/anders-aukland-nor-valentina-shevchenko-ukr-winner-of-the-50km-ct-jizerska-padesatka/) - Perfect sunshine - perfect conditions: The 46th edition of the Jizerská Padesatka!
- [A vintage taste for Marcialonga](https://www.worldloppet.com/a-vintage-taste-for-marcialonga/) - Less than two weeks to the ski marathon!
- [Snowfall turns Obertilliach into a winter wonderland](https://www.worldloppet.com/snowfall-turns-obertilliach-into-a-winter-wonderland/) - Perfect conditions await all Dolomitenlauf racers!
- [Want to ski the American Birkie or the Korteloppet but missed out on the entries?](https://www.worldloppet.com/want-to-ski-the-american-birkie-or-the-korteloppet-but-missed-out-on-the-entries/) - Here's your chance!!!
- [Tartu Relay to take place on February 10!!!](https://www.worldloppet.com/tartu-relay-to-take-place-on-february-10/) - The second edition on the way to new records!
- [« The Gatineau Loppet announces its Honorary President »](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-gatineau-loppet-announces-its-honorary-president/) - In exactly one month, it's time for the Gatineau Loppet 2013!!!
- [Transjurassienne 2013: The famous rally that gathers champions as well as recreational skiers!](https://www.worldloppet.com/transjurassienne-2013-the-famous-rally-that-gathers-champions-as-well-as-recreational-skiers/) - La Transjurassienne - The great Jura adventure!
- [Club Tartu Maraton celebrates 2nd FIS World Snow Day!](https://www.worldloppet.com/club-tartu-maraton-celebrates-2nd-fis-world-snow-day/) - Come and join in!
- [Pictures of the Dolomitenlauf: Have a look on Facebook!](https://www.worldloppet.com/pictures-of-the-dolomitenlauf-have-a-look-on-facebook/) - Dolomitensprint & Dolomiten Classic Race
- [Sergio Bonaldi (ITA) &  Olga Mikhailova (RUS) win the 39th Dolomitenlauf (42km FT)](https://www.worldloppet.com/sergio-bonaldi-ita-olga-mikhailova-rus-win-the-39th-dolomitenlauf-42km-ft/) - Snowfall and smily faces in Obertilliach!
- [Official Training opened the event series of the 42nd Tartu Maraton](https://www.worldloppet.com/official-training-opened-the-event-series-of-the-42nd-tartu-maraton/) - Tartu Maraton 50km CT on 17th February 2013!!!
- [31 km distance of 42nd Tartu Maraton is almost fully booked!](https://www.worldloppet.com/31-km-distance-of-42nd-tartu-maraton-is-almost-fully-booked/) - Hurry up to get the last spots!!!
- [Marcialonga presented today in Trento](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-presented-today-in-trento/) - Italian Ski-Marathon on track next weekend!
- [It's time for Marcialonga!!!](https://www.worldloppet.com/its-time-for-marcialonga/) - Marcialonga about to kick off XC skiing weekend in Italy's Trentino
- [Marcialonga Story makes history in Italy](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-story-makes-history-in-italy/) - A vintage-event anticipates the ski marathon
- [Marcialonga: Pictures and Info](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-pictures-and-info/) - Have a look on....
- [Clean as Snow](https://www.worldloppet.com/clean-as-snow/) - FIS Marathon Cup athletes show that they are against doping!
- [Joergen Aukland (NOR) and Seraina Boner (SUI) victorious in the 40th edition of Marcialonga (70km CT, ITA)](https://www.worldloppet.com/joergen-aukland-nor-and-seraina-boner-sui-victorious-in-the-40th-edition-of-marcialonga-70km-ct-ita/) - 3 Norwegians & Seraina Boner (SUI) now leading the overall FIS Marathon Cup
- [Only 20 days to the Gatineau Loppet](https://www.worldloppet.com/only-20-days-to-the-gatineau-loppet/) - News from Canada
- [Pietro Piller Cottrer handing over Worldloppet Master diplomas](https://www.worldloppet.com/pietro-piller-cottrer-handing-over-worldloppet-master-diplomas/) - Big reception of new Worldloppet Masters
- [La Transjurassienne 2013 promises excellence!](https://www.worldloppet.com/la-transjurassienne-2013-promises-excellence/) - With a mix of fresh snow, over 3,700 registered skiers and the participation of champions - La Transjurassienne 2013
- [Sapporo International Ski Marathon this weekend](https://www.worldloppet.com/sapporo-international-ski-marathon-this-weekend/) - Perfect conditions in Japan
- [All time high for Vasaloppet's winter week for the sixth year in a row!](https://www.worldloppet.com/all-time-high-for-vasaloppets-winter-week-for-the-sixth-year-in-a-row/) - Get ready for the Vasaloppet 2013!
- [New start times for the König-Ludwig-Lauf!!!](https://www.worldloppet.com/new-start-times-for-the-konig-ludwig-lauf/) - Be aware of the new start times!!!
- [König-Ludwig-Lauf skating races of TODAY cancelled!](https://www.worldloppet.com/konig-ludwig-lauf-skating-races-of-today-cancelled/) - The classic style races of tomorrow will happen as scheduled!!!
- [Spotlight on the media at La Transjurassienne's 35th edition!](https://www.worldloppet.com/spotlight-on-the-media-at-la-transjurassiennes-35th-edition/) - The media is more present than ever for the 35th edition of La Transjurassienne.
- ["Lucky BIBs for Demino Marathon skiers"](https://www.worldloppet.com/lucky-bibs-for-demino-marathon-skiers/) - News from the Demino Ski Marathon (RUS)
- [The backup track N°1 Lamoura/Mouthe through the Risol has been validated for the 35th edition of la Transjurassienne](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-backup-track-ndeg1-lamoura-mouthe-through-the-risol-has-been-validated-for-the-35th-edition-of-la-transjurassienne/) - If the announced snow won't be enough, the last 9km will slightly change from the original track.
- [42nd Tartu Maraton set a new enrolee record](https://www.worldloppet.com/42nd-tartu-maraton-set-a-new-enrolee-record/) - Soon it's time for the Tartu Maraton 63km CT!!!
- [Original Marathon track is open](https://www.worldloppet.com/original-marathon-track-is-open/) - Train on the 42km track in the Engadin!
- [La Transjurassienne 76km FT remains on the original, mystic track](https://www.worldloppet.com/la-transjurassienne-76km-ft-remains-on-the-original-mystic-track/) - The snow came to the Jura right on time!
- [Open Track of Tartu Maraton takes place this Sunday Open Track of Tartu Maraton takes place this Sunday](https://www.worldloppet.com/open-track-of-tartu-maraton-takes-place-this-sunday-open-track-of-tartu-maraton-takes-place-this-sunday/) - Great conditions for the "race before the race"!
- [La Transjurassienne - Pictures and info on the WL FB page!!!](https://www.worldloppet.com/la-transjurassienne-pictures-and-info-on-the-wl-fb-page/) - If you want to relive the race...have a look!
- [Benoit Chauvet (FRA) wins La Transjurassienne 76km FT, Celia Bourgeois (FRA) wins the 57km FT race](https://www.worldloppet.com/benoit-chauvet-fra-wins-la-transjurassienne-76km-ft-celia-bourgeois-fra-wins-the-57km-ft-race/) - Sergio Bonaldi (ITA) and Benoit Chauvet (FRA) now leading the overall FIS Marathon Cup with 166 points
- [First place of 2nd Tartu Ski Relay was taken firmly](https://www.worldloppet.com/first-place-of-2nd-tartu-ski-relay-was-taken-firmly/) - The relay race of Tartu Maraton
- [Tartu Maraton's Open Track race day brought almost 1300 participants](https://www.worldloppet.com/tartu-maratons-open-track-race-day-brought-almost-1300-participants/) - Open track race a great success
- [Dress Rehearsal of the Demino Ski Marathon Worldloppet had great success!](https://www.worldloppet.com/dress-rehearsal-of-the-demino-ski-marathon-worldloppet-had-great-success/) - Everything's prepared for the Demino Ski Marathon in March!
- [Renowned cross-country skiers on the new 55 km linear classic race!](https://www.worldloppet.com/renowned-cross-country-skiers-on-the-new-55-km-linear-classic-race/) - Yes, it's in two days that the Gatineau Loppet goes underway!
- [Children's races of 42nd Tartu Maraton will host up to 2000 children](https://www.worldloppet.com/childrens-races-of-42nd-tartu-maraton-will-host-up-to-2000-children/) - Kids on skis!!!
- [FMC leader Tatjana Mannima will race the Tartu Maraton](https://www.worldloppet.com/fmc-leader-tatjana-mannima-will-race-the-tartu-maraton/) - Follow the women's red bib during the Tartu Maraton!
- [CRAFT is the official clothing partner of 42nd Tartu Maraton](https://www.worldloppet.com/craft-is-the-official-clothing-partner-of-42nd-tartu-maraton/) - Look out for the black CRAFT Jackets of the OC!
- [Live broadcast of 42nd Tartu Maraton will be shown online](https://www.worldloppet.com/live-broadcast-of-42nd-tartu-maraton-will-be-shown-online/) - Watch the race!!!
- [Record number of children participated in Tartu Maraton children's races](https://www.worldloppet.com/record-number-of-children-participated-in-tartu-maraton-childrens-races/) - A perfect day for all the kids
- [Pictures of the Tartu Maraton 63km CT race](https://www.worldloppet.com/pictures-of-the-tartu-maraton-63km-ct-race/) - More to find here
- [Benoit Chauvet (FRA) wins the 50km CT race](https://www.worldloppet.com/benoit-chauvet-fra-wins-the-50km-ct-race/) - Outstanding Conditions for the New Linear Courses
- [Events of Tartu Maraton hosted altogether over 11 000 people](https://www.worldloppet.com/events-of-tartu-maraton-hosted-altogether-over-11-000-people/) - The 42nd Tartu Maraton was a full success!
- [The 35th Edition of the Gatineau Loppet is a Total Success!](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-35th-edition-of-the-gatineau-loppet-is-a-total-success/) - Gatineau celebrates!
- [Kari Varis took his seventh victory at Finlandia Ski Marathon](https://www.worldloppet.com/kari-varis-took-his-seventh-victory-at-finlandia-ski-marathon/) - A Finnish victory at the Finlandia Hiihto
- [Susanne Nyström took her sixth victory in TjejVasan!](https://www.worldloppet.com/susanne-nystrom-took-her-sixth-victory-in-tjejvasan/) - Swedish victory in Sweden!!
- [Kari Varis won also 50 km free](https://www.worldloppet.com/kari-varis-won-also-50-km-free/) - Double victory for the Finn
- [Sergio Bonaldi (ITA) and Caitlin Gregg (USA) win the 50km FT American Birkebeiner](https://www.worldloppet.com/sergio-bonaldi-ita-and-caitlin-gregg-usa-win-the-50km-ft-american-birkebeiner/) - Italian Day at the American Birkebeiner
- [Vasaloppet confirms: H.R.H. Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark skis Vasaloppet again this year](https://www.worldloppet.com/vasaloppet-confirms-hrh-crown-prince-frederik-of-denmark-skis-vasaloppet-again-this-year/) - Royal participation at this year's Vasaloppet
- [Halftime in Vasaloppet's winter week 2013](https://www.worldloppet.com/halftime-in-vasaloppets-winter-week-2013/) - With full speed to the big event!
- [Facts, statistics and curiosities before Vasaloppet 3 March 2013](https://www.worldloppet.com/facts-statistics-and-curiosities-before-vasaloppet-3-march-2013/) - Would you have thought that...?!
- [H.R.H. Prince Carl Philip started with start number 16 today!](https://www.worldloppet.com/hrh-prince-carl-philip-started-with-start-number-16-today/) - Vasaloppet and the royals
- [Live Bieg Pastów](https://www.worldloppet.com/live-bieg-pastow/) - Usefull links
- [The Czech domination in 50 CT distance](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-czech-domination-in-50-ct-distance/) - Since 2000 year competitors from the Czech Republic haven't been the best in the main distance only two times.
- [Jörgen Aukland and Laila Kveli won Vasaloppet 2013](https://www.worldloppet.com/jorgen-aukland-and-laila-kveli-won-vasaloppet-2013/) - Jörgen Aukland, Norway, won Vasaloppet 2013, and thereby repeated his 2008 victory.
- [Everything is ready for the 14th women's race!](https://www.worldloppet.com/everything-is-ready-for-the-14th-womens-race/) - Women - on the skis!
- [Big Race of Big Russia!](https://www.worldloppet.com/big-race-of-big-russia/) - Welcome to the Demino Ski Marathon Worldloppet!
- [Pierre Guedon (FRA) and Riitta-Liisa Roponen (FIN) win the 45th Engadin Skimarathon (SUI)](https://www.worldloppet.com/pierre-guedon-fra-and-riitta-liisa-roponen-fin-win-the-45th-engadin-skimarathon-sui/) - Bonaldi (ITA) and Mannima (EST) winner of the overall FIS Marathon Cup 2012/13
- [Lukas Bauer is ready for Birkebeinerrennet and Team Coop!](https://www.worldloppet.com/lukas-bauer-is-ready-for-birkebeinerrennet-and-team-coop/) - Next WL race: Birkebeinerrennet (NOR)
- [World Champion Alexey Petukhov and winner of the FIS Marathon Cup Sergio Bonaldi will lead the Demino Ski Marathon Worldloppet!](https://www.worldloppet.com/world-champion-alexey-petukhov-and-winner-of-the-fis-marathon-cup-sergio-bonaldi-will-lead-the-demino-ski-marathon-worldloppet/) - Demino's next!
- [Winners of Demino Ski Marathon havae been determined](https://www.worldloppet.com/winners-of-demino-ski-marathon-havae-been-determined/) - Florian Kostner (ITA) and Olga Mikhailova (RUS) the victorious athletes!
- [Demino Ski Marathon - the first part is over](https://www.worldloppet.com/demino-ski-marathon-the-first-part-is-over/) - Results of the First Day
- [Demino Ski Marathon - part II](https://www.worldloppet.com/demino-ski-marathon-part-ii/) - The Second Day
- [Vasaloppet 2014 fully booked in 10 minutes!](https://www.worldloppet.com/vasaloppet-2014-fully-booked-in-10-minutes/) - Some places left in the other Vassaloppet week races!
- [Worldloppet news](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-news/) - The WL Executive Committee met in St.Moritz
- [Worldloppet races  to finalise the winter](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-races-to-finalise-the-winter/) - Birkebeinerrennet (NOR) & Demino Ski Marathon (RUS)
- [The FIS Marathon Cup season 2012/13](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-fis-marathon-cup-season-2012-13/) - Recap of the season: Suspense until the last minute! Great races, great athletes, great performances!
- [Marcialonga Cycling Craft Time approaches](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-cycling-craft-time-approaches/) - Over 1.600 bookings already!!!
- [Course of Tartu Maraton awaits runners](https://www.worldloppet.com/course-of-tartu-maraton-awaits-runners/) - Winter's over - get running again!
- [Relive the Demino Skimarathon!](https://www.worldloppet.com/relive-the-demino-skimarathon/) - Big Race - Big Russia!
- [Tourism and Sport in the Dolomites](https://www.worldloppet.com/tourism-and-sport-in-the-dolomites/) - Marcialonga Cycling Craft next month
- [UCI 2.1 cat Tour of Estonia takes off this May](https://www.worldloppet.com/uci-21-cat-tour-of-estonia-takes-off-this-may/) - Tartu Maraton deeply engaged in preparations for its cycling events
- [Short Report 45th Engadin Skimarathon 2013](https://www.worldloppet.com/short-report-45th-engadin-skimarathon-2013/) - The OC looks back to two weeks of marathon skiing
- [Record number of participants in Worldloppet races in 2012/13](https://www.worldloppet.com/record-number-of-participants-in-worldloppet-races-in-2012-13/) - Also passport sales go up!
- [SEB 31st Tartu Running Marathon sets new records](https://www.worldloppet.com/seb-31st-tartu-running-marathon-sets-new-records/) - The marathon to take place this Sunday!
- [Record number of children in SEB 31st Tartu Running Marathon - 3115](https://www.worldloppet.com/record-number-of-children-in-seb-31st-tartu-running-marathon-3115/) - Let's get running!
- [Roman Fosti won the SEB 31st Tartu Running Marathon](https://www.worldloppet.com/roman-fosti-won-the-seb-31st-tartu-running-marathon/) - Perfect conditions in Tartu
- [A visa-free regime for athletes is introduced in Russia!](https://www.worldloppet.com/a-visa-free-regime-for-athletes-is-introduced-in-russia/) - Easier access to competitions in Russia
- [SEB 31st Tartu Running Marathon set new records](https://www.worldloppet.com/seb-31st-tartu-running-marathon-set-new-records/) - Tartu Running Marathon a full success!
- [Italy's Fiemme and Fassa ready to cycle!](https://www.worldloppet.com/italys-fiemme-and-fassa-ready-to-cycle/) - Over 2000 entries for Marcialonga Cycling Craft
- [Marcialonga Cycling Craft counts it down](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-cycling-craft-counts-it-down/) - Last day to register for the raod race!
- [SEB 32nd Tartu Rattaralli brings over 7500 cyclists to the start line](https://www.worldloppet.com/seb-32nd-tartu-rattaralli-brings-over-7500-cyclists-to-the-start-line/) - A weekend full of cycling ahead
- [The world's largest children's bike event will be held on the 1st of June in Estonia](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-worlds-largest-childrens-bike-event-will-be-held-on-the-1st-of-june-in-estonia/) - Kids on your bikes!!!
- [10 new reasons to take on the Birkie Trail Run & Trek](https://www.worldloppet.com/10-new-reasons-to-take-on-the-birkie-trail-run-trek/) - Why do the Birkie Trail Run & Trek on Sept. 21? It depends on WHO you are!
- [First stage of Tour of Estonia was won by Leonid Krasnov (Rusvelo)](https://www.worldloppet.com/first-stage-of-tour-of-estonia-was-won-by-leonid-krasnov-rusvelo/) - Today, on the 30th of May the first stage of UCI 2.1 Tour of Estonia stage race was held.
- [Angelo Furlan won the Tartu Tallinn stage of Tour of Estonia, Jõeäär keeps his leader position](https://www.worldloppet.com/angelo-furlan-won-the-tartu-tallinn-stage-of-tour-of-estonia-joeaar-keeps-his-leader-position/) - Tour of Estonia - 2nd day
- [3600 children participated in SEB 32nd Tartu Rattaralli children's races](https://www.worldloppet.com/3600-children-participated-in-seb-32nd-tartu-rattaralli-childrens-races/) - Great day of cycling in Estonia
- [The American Birkebeiner opens its registration on June 3](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-american-birkebeiner-opens-its-registration-on-june-3/) - 8:00 a.m. Central, U.S. Time
- [Gert Joeäär won the SEB 32nd Tartu Rattaralli](https://www.worldloppet.com/gert-joeaar-won-the-seb-32nd-tartu-rattaralli/) - Big success for the Estonian pro rider
- [Marcialonga Val di Fassa & Fiemme opens its registration on June 5!!!](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-val-di-fassa-fiemme-opens-its-registration-on-june-5/) - Don't miss that date to register for the Marcialonga 2014!!!
- [Estonian Cycling Weekend brought together over 7600 cyclists](https://www.worldloppet.com/estonian-cycling-weekend-brought-together-over-7600-cyclists/) - Great weekend for cycling in Estonia!
- [Marcialonga opens and closes in one hour Italian Ski Marathon for thousands](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-opens-and-closes-in-one-hour-italian-ski-marathon-for-thousands/) - Marcialonga 2014 sold out!!!
- [Marcialonga bets on July](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-bets-on-july/) - Cycling road race confirmed!
- [Birkie Hosts 16-Nation Worldloppet Annual Meeting in Hayward/Cable, WI](https://www.worldloppet.com/birkie-hosts-16-nation-worldloppet-annual-meeting-in-hayward-cable-wi/) - Worldloppet goes USA
- [Worldloppet AGM in Lakewoods Resort, Cable, USA](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-agm-in-lakewoods-resort-cable-usa/) - Follow the meeting on the WL Facebook page!
- [Historical decision taken by the WL AGM](https://www.worldloppet.com/historical-decision-taken-by-the-wl-agm/) - Worldloppet in favour for including associated races
- [Charter flight to the Demino Ski Marathon](https://www.worldloppet.com/charter-flight-to-the-demino-ski-marathon/) - The Demino Ski Marathon is getting closer!
- [Marcialonga keeps going strong](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-keeps-going-strong/) - News from the General Annual Worldloppet meeting
- [New start and new arrival of the 7th Marcialonga Cycling Craft!!!](https://www.worldloppet.com/new-start-and-new-arrival-of-the-7th-marcialonga-cycling-craft/) - Attention Attention!!!
- [Kolobanova Ludmila gets her 10-times WL Master Diploma](https://www.worldloppet.com/kolobanova-ludmila-gets-her-10-times-wl-master-diploma/) - First Russian lady to achieve this!!!
- [Kairelis and Passalacqua take top spot](https://www.worldloppet.com/kairelis-and-passalacqua-take-top-spot/) - Successful Marcialonga Cycling Craft road cycling race!
- [Winter in July](https://www.worldloppet.com/winter-in-july/) - Great skiing conditions in Australia
- [Swix Named Title Sponsor of American Birkebeiner Ski Events](https://www.worldloppet.com/swix-named-title-sponsor-of-american-birkebeiner-ski-events/) - Birkie - Ski Run Bike Live!
- [Angelo Corradini elected new Marcialonga president](https://www.worldloppet.com/angelo-corradini-elected-new-marcialonga-president/) - He begins next three year term
- [Vote for the Birkie T-Shrit!](https://www.worldloppet.com/vote-for-the-birkie-t-shrit/) - Go to the Birkie homepage and choose your favourite!
- [5th Traditional Demino Cross-Country Cycling Marathon will take place in Rybinsk](https://www.worldloppet.com/5th-traditional-demino-cross-country-cycling-marathon-will-take-place-in-rybinsk/) - Date: August, 24-25, 2013
- [Marcialonga keeps on ... running!](https://www.worldloppet.com/marcialonga-keeps-on-running/) - Discounts until the end of this month
- [The Trans'roller figures as Rollerski World Cup this year!](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-transroller-figures-as-rollerski-world-cup-this-year/) - Everyone on their rollerskis or their insline skates!
- [SAVE! Register by JULY 31 for the Birkie Trail Run events](https://www.worldloppet.com/save-register-by-july-31-for-the-birkie-trail-run-events/) - Run, Relay or Trek - the Birkie Trail!
- [Update: Birkie Registration Over 7,000 ... Almost 75 per cent Full](https://www.worldloppet.com/update-birkie-registration-over-7000-almost-75-per-cent-full/) - Sign up now to get your place!

## Pages

- [Home](https://www.worldloppet.com/) - The Worldloppet Skifederation unites 19 of the greatest ski marathons around the world. Every skier is welcome to join the biggest and most active skiing family
- [Global Calendar](https://www.worldloppet.com/global-ski-marathon-calendar/) - The Global Ski Marathon Calendar unites all cross-country ski races around the globe in one calendar. Find all races and plan your season.
- [Russian and Belarusian skiers at Worldloppet races](https://www.worldloppet.com/russian-and-belarusian-skiers-at-worldloppet-races/) - Worldloppet continues, in line with IOC and FIS decisions, its policy not to allow Russian and Belarusian athletes to participate at Worldloppet races. Elite athletes with Russian or Belarusian citizenship who hold an active FIS code must apply for approval through FIS, in line with its current guidelines and approval procedures, and be granted Individual
- [Nordenskiöldsloppet (SWE)](https://www.worldloppet.com/nordenskioldsloppet-swe/) - The world's longest ski race, Nordenskiöldsloppet, is now part of the Global Skimarathon Calendar. 220 km from Jokkmokk through northernmost Swedish Lappland.
- [NORDICMAN: 100 kilometers in the Sierra Nevada mountains, 2,000 meters above sea level](https://www.worldloppet.com/nordicman-100-kilometers-in-the-sierra-nevada-mountains-2000-meters-above-sea-level/) - Date: 27 March 2027Location: Truckee/Tahoe, California, USATechnical information: 100 km FT (Solo or Team Relay)Facebook: NORDICMANInstagram: nordicman100kWebsite: https://thenordicman.com/100k Choose Your Challenge Solo 100K: Take on the full distance. Team Relay: Share the 100 km challenge with a team of up to five skiers. Held at Royal Gorge, California's largest cross-country ski resort, the race takes
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- [3 Zinnen Ski-Marathon (ITA)](https://www.worldloppet.com/pustertaler-ski-marathon-ita/) - The long course of 62 km in classic style starts from the breathtaking Val Fiscalina in Sexten/Sesto and leads via Innichen/San Candido, Toblach/Dobbiaco and the Landro Valley to Niederdorf/Villabassa. For all those who are not (yet) brave enough to do the 62 km or who simply prefer shorter distances, there is also the 30 km
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- [Noquemanon Ski Marathon (USA)](https://www.worldloppet.com/noquemanon-ski-marathon-usa/) - Get to know the "Noque" Location: Ishpeming - Marquette (Michigan)Technical information: 12 / 24 / 50 km Free and Classical TechniqueFacebook: Noquemanon Ski MarathonWebsite: www.noquemanon.com The Noquemanon Ski Marathon (known also as the "Noque") is one of the largest point-to-point cross country ski marathons in the United States. The race showcases the rugged and challenging terrain
- [Galtür Nordic Volumes (AUT)](https://www.worldloppet.com/galtur-cross-country-climb-aut/) - End of March Galtür is hosting the Galtür Nordic Volumes, a event series for cross-country skiers. The three-day event is open to amateurs and professionals.
- [Vasaloppet USA (USA)](https://www.worldloppet.com/vasaloppet-usa-usa/) - Part of the International Vasaloppet Skiing Exchange Location: Mora, Minnesota, USATechnical data: 48 / 36 / 12km FT, 42 / 21km CLFacebook page: Vasaloppet USAWebsite: www.vasaloppet.us Vasaloppet USA, founded in 1972, is known for it’s superb hospitality and volunteers and offers skiers races five races that start and finish in downtown Mora. Skiers can choose
- [Marciagranparadiso (ITA)](https://www.worldloppet.com/marciagranparadiso-ita/) - Distance: 45 and 25 km CTLocation: Cogne, Aosta Valley (ITA)Website: www.marciagranparadiso.it MarciaGranParadiso is an annual long-distance cross-country ski event that began in 1975 in Cogne, Italy. The event, which takes place in the Gran Paradiso National Park, offers both a 4km classic race and a shorter 25km option, and its popularity has cemented Cogne's reputation as
- [Great Bear Chase](https://www.worldloppet.com/great-bear-chase/) - Distance: 53, 24, 10 km CT/FTLocation: Calumet (Michigan)Website: greatbearchase.comFacebook: facebook.com/greatbearchase Join us March 7, 2026. The Great Bear Chase offers cross country ski races to skiers of all abilities and ages and is known for its laid-back, friendly atmosphere. Races are held at the Swedetown ski trails in Calumet, Michigan, which receives more than 230 inches of
- [Summit 2 Senja](https://www.worldloppet.com/summit-2-senja/) - Location: Bardufoss, NorwayTechnical Data: 60 km CTFacebook: Summit2SenjaWebsite: www.reistadlopet.no The 60-kilometer race starts in Bardufoss and finishes in Finnsnes, passing through stunning landscapes. Summit 2 Senja is a mountain-to-fjord race that crosses three municipalities: Målselv, Sørreisa, and Senja. In 2026, Summit 2 Senja will be a race for PRO skiers and up to 250 participants who have qualified through
- [Reistadløpet  (NOR)](https://www.worldloppet.com/reistadlopet-nor/) - Location: Bardufoss, Norway Technical Data: 34 km CTFacebook: ReistadlopetWebsite: www.reistadlopet.no Reistadløpet, at a latitude of 69° North, is the northernmost of all the races in the Visma Ski Classics series. The 34 kilometres long race runs through a stunning arctic scenery from Setermoen to Bardufoss. The one thing that distinguishes the Reistadløpet from all other races
- [Steiralauf  (AUT)](https://www.worldloppet.com/steiralauf-aut/) - Location: Bad Mitterndorf, Austria Technical Data: 30km CT, 25km or 50km FTFacebook: SteiralaufWebsite: www.steiralauf.at Start and Finish of the race are situated as usual at the Grimmingtherme Bad Mitterndorf. In addition to races in Global calendar there is also a 10 km FT Genusslauf and Drindl Genusslauf in the programme. On Friday there is already the KIDS-RACE
- [Engelbrektsloppet (SWE)](https://www.worldloppet.com/engelbrektsloppet/) - The Engelbrektsloppet is a skimarathon in Sweden. It counts to the biggest skimarathons of Sweden. It is also part of the Global Skimarathon Calendar.
- [Dachsteinlauf (AUT)](https://www.worldloppet.com/dachsteinlauf-aut/) - The Dachsteinlauf is located in the Austrian cross-country skiing eldorado Ramsau am Dachstein. A 40 km race and a 10 km are available.
- [Viru Maraton (EST)](https://www.worldloppet.com/viru-maraton/) - The Viru Maraton is one of Estonias best skimarathons. It belongs to the series of Estoloppet and is part of the Worldloppet Gloabl Ski Marathon Calendar.
- [Neeruti Maraton (EST)](https://www.worldloppet.com/tamsalu-neeruti-maraton/) - Location: Pariisi Puhkeküla, EstoniaTechnical information: 43 & 21 km FTFacebook: Tamsalu-Neeruti MaratonWebsite: www.estoloppet.ee Did you know that there is a Paris in Estonia? If not, Neeruti Marathon gives good possibility to check it out as part of its course is in the hilly woods of Paris. Race course is on one loop with the start
- [Tallinn Ski Marathon (EST)](https://www.worldloppet.com/tallinn-ski-marathon/) - Location: Kõrvemaa, EstoniaTechnical information: 38 and 19 km Free Technique, kids eventsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TallinnamaratonidWebsite: www.estoloppet.ee Estonian ski marathon which belongs to Estoloppet ski marathon series since 1998. Race course runs in picturesque landscape of Kõrvemaa nature reserve which is a popular nature getaway destination in northern Estonia. Most people come to Kõrvemaa for its forests, lakes and marshes. Here you
- [Haanja Maraton (EST)](https://www.worldloppet.com/haanja-maraton/) - Location: Haanja, EstoniaTechnical information: 42 and 22 km Classic Technique, kids eventsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/HaanjamaratonWebsite: http://haanjamaraton.ee/ The second oldest ski marathon in Estonia. Belongs to Estoloppet ski marathon series since 1998. Race course runs in neighbourhood of highest peak of Baltic countries - Suur Munamägi. The area itself is called the Estonian Alps as usually has the best snow cover of
- [Alutaguse Maraton (EST)](https://www.worldloppet.com/alutaguse-maraton/) - The Altaguse Maraton is an historic Estonian ski marathon. Its course runs in deep forests of Alutaguse, situated im Estonia's North-East.
- [Skarverennet (NOR)](https://www.worldloppet.com/skarverennet/) - The Skarverennet is a cross-country skiing race in Norway. It is included to the Worldloppet Global Ski Marathon Calendar, the calendar for marathon skiers.
- [Moonlight Classic (ITA)](https://www.worldloppet.com/moonlight-classic-ita/) - Location: Seiser Alm (South-Tyrol)Technical information: 30 and 15 km Classic TechniqueWebsite: www.moonlightclassic.info Facebook: Moonligh Classic Every winter at full moon the Moonlight Classic race takes place. This nightly cross-country ski race that leads over the cross-country trails of the Seiser Alm in South Tyrol. The original cross-country race in classic style is already taking place for the
- [Rucksacklauf um den Wäldercup  (GER)](https://www.worldloppet.com/rucksacklauf-um-den-waldcup-ger/) - Date: 14th February 2026Location: Start: Schonach im SchwarzwaldFinish 60 km:Hinterzarten im SchwarzwaldFinish 100 km: Belchen-Multen, Aitern Technical Data: 60 km/100km CT/FTFacebook: RucksacklaufWebsite: www.fernskiwanderweg.de Since 1978 we invite you to a skiing adventure that is still unique in Central Europe. The winner of “Rucksacklauf” is declared on the 100 kilometer long distance trail from Schonach to Belchen. Each
- [Antarctic Loppet - Antarctica's first cross-country ski race](https://www.worldloppet.com/antarctic-loppet-antarcticas-first-cross-country-ski-race/) - Antarctic Logistics & Expeditions (ALE)'s Antarctic Loppet is the southern most cross-country ski race in the world and the first one in Antarctica.
- [Worldloppet Masters statistics](https://www.worldloppet.com/worldloppet-masters-statistics/) - Since 1980 many skiers have embraced the personal challenge of becoming a Master, and many have this journey ahead of them. Below you can find detailed statistics about Worldoppet passport holders, Masters and Multiple Masters. Worldloppet Multiple Masters Number of Worldloppet passports and Master titles issued and statistics by nations
- [Planoiras Volkslauf  (SUI)](https://www.worldloppet.com/planoiras-volkslauf-sui/) - Location: Lenzerheide, Switzerland Technical Data: 25 km FTFacebook: LenzerheideWebsite: www.arosalenzerheide.swiss The traditional Planoiras Volkslanglauf is already looking back to a 40-years history in the holiday region Lenzerheide. Measure yourself on 25 wonderful and interesting kilometers (or 13.5 km at the Planoirino) through the snow-covered winter landscape of the Lenzerheide holiday region between the Roland Arena in
- [Boulder Mountain Tour (USA)](https://www.worldloppet.com/boulder-mountain-tour-usa/) - Distance: 34/15 km in FT & CTLocation: Sun Valley, IdahoWebsite: www.bouldermountaintour.com One of the crown jewels of the Gem State is the Zions Bank Boulder Mountain Tour, which winds its way through the pristine Sawtooth National Recreation Area, north of Ketchum.The Boulder Mountain Tour (BMT) is one of the longest-running and most celebrated cross-country ski
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- [Engadin La Diagonela (SUI)](https://www.worldloppet.com/la-diagonela-sui/) - La Diagonela is one of the biggest cross-country skiing races in Switzerland. It is part of the Worldloppet Global Ski Marathon Calendar. Collect points for the Global Ski Marathon Ranking.
- [Granfondo Dobbiaco/Toblach Cortina (ITA)](https://www.worldloppet.com/granfondo-dobbiaco-cortina-ita/) - Toblach Cortina Date: 1st February CT, 2nd February FTLocation: Toblach/Dobbiaco (South Tyrol, Italy) to Cortina d'AmpezzoTechnical information: 42 km CT, 35 km FTWebsite: www.dobbiacocortina.org Dobbiaco-Cortina taking place since 1977 The traditional track of 42 km in classic technique runs along the old railway of the Dolomites, which was built during the First World War and
- [Seeley Hills Classic (USA)](https://www.worldloppet.com/seeley-hills-classic-usa/) - Distances: 22 and 42 km CTLocation: Seeley, WisconsinWebsite: https://seeleyhillsclassic.com The Seeley Hills Classic is the second-largest annual classic cross-country ski event on the Birkebeiner Trail. The 42K race is an American Birkebeiner qualifying race. The race has served as a major fundraiser for the Seeley Ski Club, allowing it to promote skiing in a number
- [Canadian Birkebeiner (CAN)](https://www.worldloppet.com/canadian-birkebeiner/) - Birkie's Tradition in Western Canada Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Technical Data: 31km or 55km CTFacebook page: Canadian BirkieWebsite: www.canadianbirkie.com Enjoy a three-day celebration of cross country skiing and Nordic Legends. The Birkie is Western Canada’s Premier Nordic Ski Event and one of only three Birkebeiner Loppets in the world – Norway and the USA host
- [La Foulée Blanche (FRA)](https://www.worldloppet.com/la-foulee-blanche-fra/) - La Foulee Blanche is a cross-country skiing race in France. It is part of the Worldloppet Global Ski Marathon Calendar, the calendar for marathon skiers.
- [Lillehammer Troll Ski Marathon (NOR)](https://www.worldloppet.com/lillehammer-troll-ski-marathon-nor/) - The Lillehammer Troll Ski Marathon is a wonderful ski trip starting from Venabygd and ending in Sjusjøen. The course is offering magnificent mountain sceneries all along. The profile is perfectly smooth and follows the Trolløypa (troll tracks). The altitude is between between 850 and 1000 m.o.s.l. The next edition of Lillahemmer Troll Ski Marathon is
- [Gommerlauf (SUI)](https://www.worldloppet.com/gommerlauf-sui/) - Date: 24th & 25th February 2024Location: Langlauf Zentrum, Ulrichen, CHTechnical information: 21-42 km Free Technique, 21 km Classical TechniqueFacebook: GommerlaufWebsite: www.obergoms.ch/gommerlauf Face the challenge of the 48th International Gommerlauf on February 22nd and 23rd 2020, both on the attractive half-marathon or marathon track. The loop starts and finishes at the Nordic Center in Ulrichen and
- [Bedrichov Night Light Marathon (CZE)](https://www.worldloppet.com/bedrichov-night-light-marathon-cze/) - The first race of the Czech Ski Tour Date: 26th January 2024 FT, 27th January 2024 CTLocation: Bedrichov, Jizera Mountains, Czech Republic >> See mapTechnical information: 17,5 km -30 km Free Technique/ Classical TechniqueWebsite: https://www.ski-tour.cz/en/bedrichovsky-nlm/r2 Discover the Jizera Mountains in a different light and be part of the Bedrichov Night Light Marathon (BNLM). Evening races
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- [Krušnohorska 30 (CZE)](https://www.worldloppet.com/krusnohorska-30/) - The third race of the Czech SkiTour Location: Cínovec, Czech RepublicTechnical information: 15 km - 30 km Free Technique/ Classical TechniqueWebsite: https://www.ski-tour.cz/en/krusnohorska-30/r8 Nové Město in the Krušné Mountains will host the 42st edition of Krušnohorská 30, which will be part of the ČEZ SkiTour series for the second time. Unique views overlooking unspoilt parts of the
- [Attraverso Campra (SUI)](https://www.worldloppet.com/attraverso-campra/) - 21 km FT in the Canton of Ticino (Swiss Loppet race) Date: January 8th 2023Location: Campra Nordic Ski Center, Olivone (Canton of Ticino)Technical information: 21 km (3 x 7 km) free techniqueWebsite: www.campra.ch Popular cross-country ski race, open to all. The ATTRAVERSO CAMPRA '22 opens the national calendar of popular Swiss Loppet races, which will
- [Avacha Marathon (RUS)](https://www.worldloppet.com/avacha-marathon-rus/) - Date: 17th April 2022Location: Petropavlovsk-Kamchatskiy, KamchatkaTechnical Data: 60km FTWebsite:www.russialoppet.ru At a corner of huge Russia, at the very edge of the world, the Kamchatka Peninsula juts 1,500 kilometers into the Pacific. Petropavlovsk is the one of Russia's oldest towns in the Far East shares the same parallels as Manchester and Dublin. Athletes are finding whole worlds to
- [Europe - Asia Marathon (RUS)](https://www.worldloppet.com/europe-asia-marathon/) - Date: 27th February 2022Location: Pervouralsk, RussiaTechnical Data: 50km, 35km, 15km, 2km FTWebsite:www.russialoppet.ru The marathon "Europe-Asia" was for the first time carried out in 1984 at the initiative of Vladimir Luzin with assistance of Uralmash plant. With development of a marathon its organization passed to regional sport committee. It is the only marathon in Russia, start which is given
- [Karelia Ski Fest (RUS)](https://www.worldloppet.com/karelia-ski-fest/) - Date: 19th February 2022Location: Petrozavodsk, KareliaTechnical Data: 50km, 25km, 10k,. 3km FTWebsite:www.russialoppet.ru Karelia has always been famous for its ski traditions and Karelia has own ski marathon. "Fontany" is the most massive ski start of Karelia and is the main event of the KareliaSkiFest, which has attracted more and more fans of winter sports. The ski track stretched
- [Blafjallagangan (ISL)](https://www.worldloppet.com/blafjallagangan-isl/) - Date: 19 March 2022Location: Blafjoll (South of Reykjavik), IcelandTechnical Data: 21km or 42 km Facebook: BlafjallaganganWebsite: www.blafjallagangan.is Where to sleep View Blafjallagangan hotels and apartments on Stay22
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- [Achensee 3 Täler Lauf (AUT)](https://www.worldloppet.com/achensee-3-taler-lauf-aut/) - Discover the Karwendel Valleys in Tyrol Date: 28 February 2021Location: Achensee, TyrolTechnical information: 15-30 km Free Technique, 33 km Classical TechniqueFacebook: Achensee 3 Täler LaufWebsite: www.achensee.com/events On 28 February 2021, skaters and classic cross-country skiers will head out into the three Karwendel valleys. The starting signal for the annual cross-country event will sound at the entrance
- [City of Lakes Loppet (USA)](https://www.worldloppet.com/city-of-lakes-loppet-festival/) - Part of the American Ski Marathon Series Date: February 05th-7th, 2021Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA Technical Data: 21km or 42km FTFacebook page: City of Lakes LoppetWebsite: www.loppet.org The City of Lakes Loppet Festival is a multi-day celebration of cross-country skiing and winter fun for the whole family! The Minne Tour is for the big dogs seeking
- [Notscherei-Lauf  (GER)](https://www.worldloppet.com/notscherei-lauf-ger/) - Date: 1st March 2020Location: Nordic-Center Notschrei, Todtnau, Germany Technical Data: 20km CT or FTWebsite: www.notscherei-lauf.de You like to go cross-country skiing in nature? You want to breathe a competitive atmosphere and share this experience with friends and like-minded people? You would like to run against the clock on closed and "top" groomed trails? Join in and start
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- [Ylläs-Levi Hiihto](https://www.worldloppet.com/yllas-levi/) - Location: Ylläs, FinlandDate: 6th April 2024Technical information: 55 - 70 km CTWebsite: www.yllaslevi.fi Welcome to experience a unique cross-country skiing challenge Ylläs-Levi in Fell Lapland. The race courses go through the beautiful Lappish fell scenery in Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park from Ylläsjärvi, Äkäslompolo, Kukastunturi, Pyhäjärvi and finally heading to Levi. The 70km race is a challenging and
- [Lemming Loppet (GER)](https://www.worldloppet.com/lemming-loppet-ger/) - Date: 21st January 2024Location: Kniebis, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany Technical Data: 21 km or 42 km FTFacebook: Lemming LoppetWebsite: www.lemming-loppet.de The Lemming Loppet is a ski marathon in the Black Forest in the South-West of Germany. The Marathon started in year 2016 and gets more popular from year to year. 42 km and 21 km are offered in free
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- [Ski to the Sun Marathon  (USA)](https://www.worldloppet.com/ski-to-the-sun-marathon-usa/) - Date: February 11th, 2023Location: Winthrop, Washington, USA Technical Data: 40 km FT + CTFacebook: Ski to The SunWebsite: https://methowtrails.org/events/ski-to-the-sun Come experience North America’s largest cross-country trail system at the Eastern gateway of the ‘American Alps,’ Washington’s North Cascades. Cruise down valley, along the picturesque Methow River, below sheer, craggy mountains, rolling through farm fields and woods, before
- [Sesilami (NOR)](https://www.worldloppet.com/sesilami-nor/) - Location: Rysstad, Aust-Agder, Norway Technical Data: 53 km CTFacebook: SesilamiWebsite: www.sesilami.no Sesilåmi has a 46 year history as a challenging high mountain race in southern Norway. Sesilåmi takes the participants 53 km through spectacular landscapes inhabited by wild reindeer from Brokke of Setesdal to Sinnes of Sirdal. The race have a tough course with its highest
- [Zadovska 30 (CZE)](https://www.worldloppet.com/zadowska-30-cze/) - The second race of the Czech Ski Tour Location: Churanov, Sumava, Czech Republic >> See mapTechnical information: 30 km Free Technique/ Classical TechniqueWebsite: https://www.ski-tour.cz/en/zadovska-30/r3 Attractive tracks from the Ski stadium in Churanov to the center of Sumava National Park with a beautiful view to the former ski jump tower are ready for all cross-country skiers
- [Karlovska 50 (CZE)](https://www.worldloppet.com/karlovska-50-cze/) - The third race of the Czech Ski Tour Location: Velke Karlovice, Beskydy, Czech Republic >> See mapTechnical information: 25 km or 50 km Classical TechniqueWebsite: https://www.ski-tour.cz/en/karlovska-50/r1 Unique atmosphere, refreshment stations with frgals, starting shot from Wallachian portas units and a beautiful track. This is the Karlovská 50 race in Velke Karlovice, which is called "Wallachian
- [JeLyMen (CZE)](https://www.worldloppet.com/jelymen-cze/) - The race that closes the Czech Ski Tour Location: Paprsek, Stare Mesto pod Sneznikem, Czech Republic >> See mapTechnical information: 20 km Free Technique, 20 km or 40 km Classical TechniqueWebsite: https://www.ski-tour.cz/en/jelyman/r6 The tracks are in beautiful surroundings on the border between three mountains: Kralicky Sneznik, Rychlebske Mountains and Hruby Jesenik. Enjoy the cross-country skiing
- [Orlicky Marathon (CZE)](https://www.worldloppet.com/orlicky-marathon-cze/) - The fourth race of the Czech Ski Tour Location: Destne, Orlicke Mountains, Czech Republic >> See mapTechnical information: 20 km Free Technique, 20 km or 40 km Classical TechniqueWebsite: https://www.ski-tour.cz/en/orlicky-maraton/r4 The 38th Orlicky maraton is planned on the first February weekend in the Destne in Orlicke Mountains. The tough terrain and just a little place
- [Mara (SUI)](https://www.worldloppet.com/mara-sui/) - Part of Swiss Loppet Location: Les Rasses - Sainte-Croix, Switzerland Technical Data: 22 km 42 km FT & CTFacebook: Mara Ski de FondWebsite: www.ski-mara.ch The MARA (MArathon of Les RAsses) is one of the most popular classic cross-country skiing races in Switzerland. For the past 51 years, this exceptional annual race has attracted hundreds of competitors
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- [Les Belles Combes](https://www.worldloppet.com/les-belles-combes/) - Date: 18-19 February 2023Location: Haut Jura National Park, FranceTechnical information: 12-30 km Free Technique, 12-42 km Classical TechniqueFacebook: www.facebook.com/LesBellesCombes/Website: https://www.lesbellescombes.fr/ If you like skiing in unspoilt nature, then you should try this race in the middle of the Haut Jura Nature Parc, France. The flagship event of Les Belles Combes is the marathon in Classic technique on
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- [Ukraine Charity Loppet](https://www.worldloppet.com/ukraine-charity-loppet/) - REGULATIONS Ukraine Charity Loppet virtual race is organized by Worldloppet Ski Federation, in accordance with the current Race Regulations. It is staged as a non-profit race. The aim of the event is to raise money for Ukrainian Red Cross Society https://redcross.org.ua/ to help Ukrainian people affected by ongoing war. Ukraine Charity Loppet virtual race takes place from 10.03.2022 to 30.04.2022. This
- [Sakhalin International Ski Marathon (RUS)](https://www.worldloppet.com/sakhalin-international-ski-marathon-rus/) - Date: 6th March 2022Location: Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, Sakhalin RegionTechnical Data: 30 & 50 km FTWebsite: www.russialoppet.ru The Sakhalin Intrnational Ski Marathon is the southernmost in Russia. Participants can enjoy the unique sights of nature on the way. The start for 30 km and 50 km takes place in Lesnoye village (Korsakovskiy district) and the finish line is located in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk. First 10 km the
- [Troitskiy Ski Marathon (RUS)](https://www.worldloppet.com/troitskiy-ski-marathon-rus/) - Date: 20 February 2022Location: Troitskoe village, Sakhalin regionTechnical information: 15, 30 and 50 km Free Technique The event is organized by Municipal Autonomous Institution «Sportivnaya shkola goroda Aniva» (Sports school of Aniva). The marathon starts on a wide field, which offers an excellent view of the ski resort "Gorniy Vozduh" (Mountain Air), and goes deep to
- [Ugra Ski Marathon (RUS)](https://www.worldloppet.com/ugra-ski-marathon/) - Date: 9th April 2022Location: Khanty-Mansiysk, Russia Technical Data: 25 km or 50 km FTWebsite: www.russialoppet.ru One of the brightest sport events of the year, Ugra Ski Marathon has become a tradition in the region. This event interests people all over Russia and Europe. Every year, several thousand people go to the mass start to test their wills.
- [Nikolov Perevoz  (RUS)](https://www.worldloppet.com/nikolov-perevoz-rus/) - Date: 12th February 2022Location: Veretievo, Moscow region Technical Data: 25km or 50km FTWebsite: www.russialoppet.ru The ski marathon Nikolov Perervoz has been held since 1995. Race is named in honor to the ancient stop at the cross of trails and the river Dubna in Stone Century. Start is given at the mouth of the river Dubna near the
- [Fjarðargangan (ISL)](https://www.worldloppet.com/fjardargangan-isl/) - A race in the very North od Iceland, passing through typical villages. Fjarðargangan is for all ages, amateur skiers as well as professionals. The tracks vary from 3,5 - 30 km. The winners get lavish rewards and the last one finishing the race gets a show of fireworks! After the race, town locals then invite
- [Murmansk Ski Marathon / Prazdnik Severa (RUS)](https://www.worldloppet.com/murmansk-ski-marathon-prazdnik-severa-rus/) - Part of Russia Loppet and Euroloppet Date: 26-27 March 2022Location: Murmansk, Russia Technical Data: 25 km or 50 km FT /CTFacebook: Murmansk Cross Country Ski MarathonWebsite: www.russialoppet.ru Murmansk is the last city founded by the last imperial dynasty of Russia, and the largest ice-free port in the world, located beyond the Arctic Circle. Murmansk is a dream
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- [The Worldloppet Stories project](https://www.worldloppet.com/the-worldloppet-stories-project/) - The “Worldloppet Stories” project was born in this period where the whole World is affected and influenced by the pandemic Covid-19: now, we have to stay home, we are mostly not allowed to leave the house but for a short time, everything is shut down and the ski- season was abruptly stopped. The consequence? We
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- [North American Vasa (USA)](https://www.worldloppet.com/north-american-vasa-usa/) - Date: February 14th, 2021Location: Traverse City, Michigan, USA Technical Data: 17km or 34km CTFacebook: North American VasaWebsite: www.vasa.org The North American Vasa has been a Traverse City tradition since 1977. For 45 years we have been celebrating winter with our “Festival of Races.” The entire community comes together to make it all possible. Whether you’re a
- [North American Vasa (USA.)](https://www.worldloppet.com/north-american-vasa-usa-2/) - Date: February 13th, 2021Location:Traverse City, Michigan, USATechnical Data: 17km or 34km CTFacebook:North American VasaWebsite: www.vasa.org The North American Vasa has been a Traverse City tradition since 1977. For 45 years we have been celebrating winter with our “Festival of Races.” The entire community comes together to make it all possible. Whether you’re a newbie to the sport
- [Lapponia Hiihto (FIN)](https://www.worldloppet.com/lapponia-hiihto-fin/) - Date: April 12th-16th, 2021Location: Olos, FinlandTechnical Data: 30km, 50km or 60 km CT - 25km, 40 km, 50km, 60 km or 80km FTFacebook: Lapponia HiihtoWebsite: www.lapponiahiihto.fi Half - length and long-distance Lapponia skiing organized since 1978 offer challenges for fitness, endurance and racing skiers in the stunning scenery of Tunturi Lapland. There are a total of three ski
- [Taivalkoski Pölkky (Fin)](https://www.worldloppet.com/taivalkoski-polkky-fin/) - Date: 12th April 2020Location: Taivalkoski, Finland Technical Data: 50 km CTFacebook: MetsaveikotWebsite: www.meitsaveikot85.fi Taivalkoski Metsä-Veikot 85 ry was founded in 1985 by the Taivalkoski Ski Association. All enthusiasts of skiing are welcome to join us. The race consists of 50km held in classic technique, in two laps of 25km, traversing snow-covered forests and under the pleasant spring
- [Sirdal Skimaraton  (NOR)](https://www.worldloppet.com/sirdal-skimaraton-nor/) - Date: 7th March 2020Location: Ådneram, Sirdal, Vest-Agder, Norway Technical Data: 23km or 45km CTFacebook: Sirdal SkimaratonWebsite: www.sirdal-skimaraton.no Sirdal Skimaraton is the popular ski marathon for everyone with its 45km, 23km and open classes. The skirace offers great nature scenaries, extra service for participants, simple logistics and a social frame making it a winter highlight for Southern West
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## Products

- [Skiers Backpack](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/backpack/) - The Skiers Backpack is specially designed to meet all needs a traveling cross-country skier has.
- [Cotton t-shirt races navy](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/cotton-t-shirt-races-navy/) - Classic cut unisex t-shirt Colour: navy Fibres composition / Yarn type: 100% GOTS Organic Cotton Compact Spun Fabric type: Jersey EarthPositive® apparel is made to demonstrate the highest possible environmental, social and ethical standards in one of the world’s most environmentally damaging industries. 100% organic cotton EarthPositive® is produced exclusively from organic Indian cotton,
- [Diploma and Medal frame](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/diploma-and-medal-frame/) - Finisher medal frame made of MDF, size 60x50cm, acrylic glass. A personalized board cut out to accommodate the Worldloppet Master medal and the title diploma. The board can be in different colors, you can add the race result , name and surname below the medal or expand it with additional elements (this will involve changing
- [Long sleeve T-shirt races](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/long-sleeve-t-shirt/) - Classic cut unisex long sleeve t-shirt Colour: denim blue Fibres composition / Yarn type: 100% GOTS Organic Cotton Compact Spun Fabric type: Jersey EarthPositive® apparel is made to demonstrate the highest possible environmental, social and ethical standards in one of the world’s most environmentally damaging industries. 100% organic cotton EarthPositive® is produced exclusively from organic
- [Thermo gloves](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/gloves/) - Warm gloves for winter activities. back: sublimation printed windlock fabric front: black amara (synthetic leather) 75 gr quilt insulation knitted cuffs
- [Skiing gloves](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/skiing-gloves/) - Light gloves for skiing. back: sublimation printed windlock fabric front: black amara (synthetic leather)
- [T-shirt races navy](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/t-shirt-races-navy/) - Classic cut multipurpose t-shirt which suits for every occasion. It is used by people as everyday shirt and by top athletes as a sport shirt. In case of active movement the light polyester fabric diverts moisture fast away from the body. The light breathable mesh structure of the fabric ensures comfortable feeling at all times.
- [Cotton t-shirt races bright blue](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/t-shirt-races-2/) - Classic cut unisex t-shirt Colour: bright blue Fibres composition / Yarn type: 100% GOTS Organic Cotton Compact Spun Fabric type: Jersey EarthPositive® apparel is made to demonstrate the highest possible environmental, social and ethical standards in one of the world’s most environmentally damaging industries. 100% organic cotton EarthPositive® is produced exclusively from organic Indian
- [Pullover Hoodie](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/pullover-hoodie/) - Classic cut unisex pullover hoodie of 100% organic cotton Color: denim blue Weight: 580 gr Fibres composition / Yarn type: 100% GOTS Organic Cotton Compact Spun Fabric type : Brushed 3-ply The most progressive sustainable clothing on Earth EarthPositive® apparel is made to demonstrate the highest possible environmental, social and ethical standards in one of
- [T-shirt vintage](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/t-shirt-vintage/) - Classic cut unisex t-shirt, 100 % organic cotton. Colour: blue dusk. Print on front side only. EarthPositive® apparel is made to demonstrate the highest possible environmental, social and ethical standards in one of the world’s most environmentally damaging industries. 100% organic cotton EarthPositive® is produced exclusively from organic Indian cotton, and the entire production
- [T-shirt vintage races](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/t-shirt-vintage-races/) - Classic cut unisex t-shirt, 100% organic cotton. Colour: faded denim EarthPositive® apparel is made to demonstrate the highest possible environmental, social and ethical standards in one of the world’s most environmentally damaging industries. 100% organic cotton EarthPositive® is produced exclusively from organic Indian cotton, and the entire production process is controlled and certified. The region
- [Headband - Worldloppet Master](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/master-headband/) - Main color: navy blue Slim-fit and well breathable headband from thicker fabric which suits to outdoor activities in cooler temperatures. Band has elastic flat-lock edges, width 9 cm. M 56 – 59 cm, L 59 – 63 cm
- [Lobster gloves](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/lobster-gloves/) - Warm winter gloves for all outdoor activities in cold days. back: wind lock fabric with grey screen printing front: black amara (sythetic leather) 100 gr quilt insulation knitted cuffs
- [Sweatshirt Worldloppet](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/sweatshirt-worldloppet/) - Classic cut unisex sweatshirt of 100% organic cotton Color: denim Weight: 280 gr The most progressive sustainable clothing on Earth EarthPositive® apparel is made to demonstrate the highest possible environmental, social and ethical standards in one of the world’s most environmentally damaging industries. 100% organic cotton EarthPositive® is produced exclusively from organic Indian cotton,
- [Scarf white](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/scarf-white/) - Multi-purpose scarf made of microfiber fabric Size: uni-size Main color: white
- [Headband: gradient](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/headband-gradient-new/) - Slim-fit and well breathable headband from thicker fabric which suits to outdoor activities in cooler temperatures. Band has elastic flat-lock edges, width 9 cm. M 56 – 59 cm, L 59 – 63 cm
- [Headband: blue](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/headband-blue-new/) - Slim-fit and well breathable headband from thicker fabric which suits to outdoor activities in cooler temperatures. Band has elastic flat-lock edges, width 9 cm. M 56 – 59 cm, L 59 – 63 cm
- [Global Calendar membership fee](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/global-calendar-membership-fee/) - Membership fee payment option for the Global Calendar member races.
- [Worldloppet Gold Master Medal](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/worldloppet-gold-master-medal/) - After completing Worldloppet races in 10 different countries, at least one of them on another continent, the skier will be recognized as a Worldloppet Master. Only a Worldloppet Gold Master has an opportunity to order this personal numbered Worldloppet medal plated with 24K gold. How to apply for a Master title? Read here
- [Worldloppet Silver Master Medal](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/worldloppet-silver-master-medal/) - After completing Worldloppet races in 10 different countries, at least one of them on another continent, the skier will be recognized as a Worldloppet Master. Only a Worldloppet Silver Master has an opportunity to order this personal numbered Worldloppet medal plated with silver. How to apply for a Master title? Read here
- [Ski jacket - Worldloppet Master](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/master-cover-jacket/) - Customized cover jacket for Worldloppet Masters only
- [Ski vest - Worldloppet Master](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/master-vest/) - Customized ski vest for Worldloppet Masters only
- [40th anniversary poster](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/40th-anniversary-poster/) - A3 size poster
- [Worldloppet passport](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/worldloppet-passport/) - The Worldloppet Passport is a personal document, which records every completed Worldloppet race. It contains a special page for each event in the Worldloppet series. After completing of a Worldloppet race, the skier gets the official stamp of this event at the race office. This counts as evidence of the completed race. After completing Worldloppet
- [T-shirt gradient A](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/t-shirt-a/) - Classic cut multipurpose t-shirt which suits for every occasion. It is used by people as everyday shirt and by top athletes as a sport shirt. In case of active movement the light polyester fabric diverts moisture fast away from the body. The light breathable mesh structure of the fabric ensures comfortable feeling at all times.
- [T-shirt races C](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/t-shirt-c/) - Classic cut multipurpose t-shirt which suits for every occasion. It is used by people as everyday shirt and by top athletes as a sport shirt. In case of active movement the light polyester fabric diverts moisture fast away from the body. The light breathable mesh structure of the fabric ensures comfortable feeling at all times.
- [T-shirt A1 - Worldloppet Master](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/master-t-shirt-a1/) - Customized t-shirt for Masters
- [T-shirt E1 - Worldloppet Master](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/master-t-shirt-e1/) - Customized t-shirt for Masters
- [T-shirt D1 - Worldloppet Master](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/master-t-shirt-d1/) - Customized t-shirt for Masters
- [Ski pants active](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/cover-pants-active/) - Winter clothes size table These cover pants are created for active athletes´ for medium to high intensity training in winter conditions. Active-fit cut pants are created to meet needs of skiers´ movements. The front part of the pants is made of three layer hardshell-fabric which protects from rain and wind. The back part is made
- [Ski hat - Worldloppet Master](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/ski-hat-light/) - Slim fit well breathable hat which suits to outdoor activities all year round. slim-fit breathable two layer bottom rim with soft fabric inside Sizes: S 54 – 56 cm, M 56 – 59 cm, L 59 – 63 cm
- [Ski vest: active](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/ski-vest-active-new/) - Winter clothes size table This light ski vest is meant as a supplementary layer on ski suit or jacket. In general it is a multipurpose vest with windproof front and breathable back. The front part of the jacket is made of 3-layer hardshell-fabric, which protects from cold and wind. The back of the vest consists
- [Ski jacket: active](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/ski-jacket-active-new/) - Winter clothes size table This jacket is lighter and technically more advanced from classic jacket. The jacket has active-fit cut and the product is created according to athletes´feedback to enable maximum arm movements. It is perfect for medium and high intensity training and for longer competitions in cold weather. The jacket is made of high
- [Ski hat: blue](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/ski-hat-new/) - Slim fit well breathable hat which suits to outdoor activities all year round. slim-fit breathable two layer bottom rim with soft fabric inside Sizes: S 54 – 56 cm, M 56 – 59 cm, L 59 – 63 cm
- [Ski hat: red](https://www.worldloppet.com/prodotto/ski-hat-snowflakes-new/) - Slim fit well breathable hat which suits to outdoor activities all year round. slim-fit breathable two layer bottom rim with soft fabric inside Sizes: S 54 – 56 cm, M 56 – 59 cm, L 59 – 63 cm

## Faqs

- [I have completed 10 WL races. How can I be recognised as a WL Master?](https://www.worldloppet.com/faq/i-have-completed-10-wl-races-how-can-i-be-recognised-as-a-wl-master/) - The easiest way to apply for Worldloppet Master title is via MyLoppet. Just connect your races to your passport and puch the application button. Another option is to sent passport by post to the WL Office or send copy of all passport pages via e-mail to info@worldloppet.com. In office the validity of all stamps will
- [Where and when can I get a stamp after completing a race?](https://www.worldloppet.com/faq/where-and-when-can-i-get-a-stamp-after-completing-a-race/) - It is highly recommended to take a stamp to the WL passport immediately after finishing the race. Passports usually stamped in finish locations or at the race offices. Only a stamp in the passport is not enough - race date, distance, time and place have to be filled in also, because according to this information
- [Sometimes races are shortened or cancelled or I did not complete the race- can I still get a stamp?](https://www.worldloppet.com/faq/sometimes-races-are-shortened-or-cancelled-or-i-did-not-complete-the-race-can-i-still-get-a-stamp/) - If a race is shortened, not more than 50% of original length, it will be still valid for a Worldloppet stamp. If a race is cancelled - no stamp. The rule is that a skier will get a stamp only if he/she completed the race and the result is registered in the official result list.
- [For how long is my Worldloppet Passport valid?](https://www.worldloppet.com/faq/how-long-may-it-take-and-how-long-is-my-wl-passport-valid/) - There is no time limit set how quickly one has to become a Worldloppet Master. It may take 1-2 years or 30 or more years - your Passport is valid until you have been recognised as a Worldloppet Master, only then the passport loses its validity.
- [Where can I check my Worldloppet Passport number?](https://www.worldloppet.com/faq/where-and-how-can-i-buy-a-worldloppet-passport/) - For checking you Worldloppet Passport number please register as a user of MYLOPPET, which is digital version of your passport. In addition to your passport number you can see there all your race results, e-shop orders and other statistics. Even Worldloppet Master and Virtual Racer diplomas are available for print and sharing.
- [Where and how can I buy a Worldloppet Passport?](https://www.worldloppet.com/faq/where-and-how-can-i-buy-a-worldloppet-passport-2/) - WL Passports are available in our e-shop and at every WL member race. The price of a WL Passport may vary in different countries. In Tartu Maraton office (WL Office location) the price is € 39 (incl VAT) and the passport can be ordered by mail, paid either in cash or by Credit Card.
- [What to do when I have lost my WL Passport?](https://www.worldloppet.com/faq/what-to-do-when-i-have-lost-my-wl-passport/) - You have to inform WL Office about it. If your passport is recorded at purchase correctly, you can see your passport number in MYLOPPET. In this case you do not need to buy duplicate, just let us know which races from your records to connect with your passport. In this case you will have only
- [Can I get a stamp retrospectively?](https://www.worldloppet.com/faq/can-i-get-a-stamp-retrospectively/) - It is possible to stamp WL passport retrospectively in WL Office, but only if the skier sends punctual information about every completed race (race name, year of participation, distance, and ranking or finish time). The stamps of WL member races are valid from the next year after admission of the race to Worldloppet, but stamps

## Races

- [Jizerská 50](https://www.worldloppet.com/wl-race/jizerska-50/) - HISTORY OF JIZERSKA 50 First race: 20 January 1968, 50 km for men, 25 km for ladies, 52 participants Highest number of participants in main race: 6467 finishers in 50 km (1977); 5511 - 50km + 1672 – 25km (1985), currently the number of entries is limited to 4800 participants. Worldloppet membership: since 2000 The
- [Vasaloppet China](https://www.worldloppet.com/wl-race/vasaloppet-china/) - HISTORY First race: 15th March 2003, 50 km, 750 registered Worldloppet membership: since 2014 Highest number of participants in main race: 208 finishers (2015) COURSE Vasaloppet China is the first Worldloppet race of the winter. A 50 km cross-country ski race, open for everyone. The Blueberry Vasa for those who want to take it a bit easier is 25
- [Engadin Skimarathon](https://www.worldloppet.com/wl-race/engadin-skimarathon/) - The Engadin Skimarathon is the greatest cross-country ski race in Switzerland. It is proud member of Worldloppet.
- [Marcialonga](https://www.worldloppet.com/wl-race/marcialonga-italy-cross-country-skiing/) - The history of Marcialonga First Marcialonga: 7th February 1971, 65 km, 1157 registeredHighest number of participants in main race: record of entries 7.980 (2017) Worldloppet membership: founding member The idea of the Marcialonga goes back a long way. In 1969, fired by the brilliant performance of Franco Nones in Grenoble Olympic Games the year before, in which he took
- [Gatineau Loppet](https://www.worldloppet.com/wl-race/gatineau-loppet/) - Gunnar's Nordic Adventures at the Gatineau Loppet 2024. HISTORY of GATINEAU LOPPET First race: February 1979, 55km, ca 1000 participants in all Highest number of participants in main race: 680 participants in the 51km CT race in 2002 Worldloppet membership: founding member Canada’s first Worldloppet race was called the Rivière Rouge; it was first held in 1979 in
- [Sapporo Ski Marathon](https://www.worldloppet.com/wl-race/cross-country-skiing-in-japan/) - HISTORY First Sapporo Ski Marathon: 8th March 1981, 30 km, 114 participants Highest number of participants in main race: 2048 participants in 50km (1987) Worldloppet membership: since 1985 1981 – The first Sapporo International Ski Marathon took place on the Sapporo Olympic Winter Games tracks with distances of 30km, 20km and 10km. The inspiration for the race came
- [König Ludwig Lauf](https://www.worldloppet.com/wl-race/konig-ludwig-lauf/) - HISTORY OF KÖNIG LUDWIG LAUF First race: 17th March 1968, 90km & 45km, altogether 796 participants Highest number of participants in main race: 3700 (1983) Worldloppet membership: founding member The König Ludwig Lauf was born in 1967 in an Oberammergau Wirtshaus, the idea of Fritz Lang and Benedikt Stueckl. Their aim was to create a popular cross-country ski race
- [Birkebeinerrennet](https://www.worldloppet.com/wl-race/birkebeinerrennet/) - Gunnar's Nordic Adventures at Birkebeinerrennet 2022. Birkebeinerrennet – a unique ski race and a mountain experience for cross-country skiers.Birkebeinerrennet and its region has a very stable climate with good winters and a lot of wild snow in the high ground. The mountains and the meeting with Norwegian nature makes Birken attractive to foreigners as well as
- [La Transjurassienne](https://www.worldloppet.com/wl-race/la-transjurassienne/) - Gunnar's Nordic Adventures at the Transjurassienne 2022 HISTORY First La Transjurasienne: 17th February 1980, 76 km, 1750 entries, 1530 ranked Worldloppet membership: since 1981 EVENT LOCATION 70 km start in Lamoura: elevation 1166m, coordinates: 46°23'34.4"N; 5°58'40.9"E 56/48 km start in Les Rousses: coordinates: 46°29'24.7"N;6°04'09.2"E 25 km start in Chapelle des Bois: coordinates: 46°29'24.7"N; 6°04'09.2"E Finish area of all races in Mouthe: elevation 945m, coordinates: 46°42'14.7"N 6°11'21.6"E Bibs’
- [Dolomitenlauf](https://www.worldloppet.com/wl-race/dolomitenlauf/) - HISTORY of Dolomitenlauf First race: 19th of March 1970, 48 starters Highest number of participants in main race: 1982, 3302 finishers Worldloppet membership: founding member The race was born in 1970 based on the idea of Robert Steiner who is still and since that time deeply connected with the race. He was the initiator and “spiritual father“ of the
- [Finlandia Hiihto](https://www.worldloppet.com/wl-race/finlandia-hiihto/) - HISTORY of Finlandia-Hiihto First race: 24 February 1974, 75 km, 1334 participants Highest number of participants in main race: 13226 (1984) Worldloppet membership: founding member After several unsuccsessful attempts, Erik Pihkala, one of the leader of Suomen Latu, the organisation promoting recreational sports in Finland, turned to Lahti Ski Club, as they already had the structure and experience
- [Bieg Piastow](https://www.worldloppet.com/wl-race/bieg-piastow/) - HISTORY First race: 11th April of 1976, 15km, 261 finishersHighest number of participants in main race: 1661 finishers in 2009Worldloppet membership: since 2008 The idea of creating a winter sport event of great importance has been in plans few years before it was realized. Mr. Julian Gozdowski, the director of the Sport Department in the Govenor's office was
- [American Birkebeiner](https://www.worldloppet.com/wl-race/american-birkebeiner/) - Gunnar's Nordic Adventures at the American Birkebeiner 2024. HISTORY First race: 24th February 1973, 48 km (34 participants), 22 km (19 participants) Highest number of participants in main race: 9183 (5851 skate skiers and 3332 classic skiers) in 2011 Worldloppet membership: founding member American Birkebeiner was founded in 1973 by Tony Wise, alpine ski resort owner of village Cable.
- [Fossavatnsgangan](https://www.worldloppet.com/wl-race/fossavatnsgangan/) - HISTORY OF FOSSAVATNSGANGAN First Fossavatnsgangan: April 22, 1935. Seven skiers registered. Highest number of participants in main race: Highest number of participants in main race: 363 (2016)Highest total number of participants: 499 (2016) Worldloppet membership: since 2014 Fossavatnsgangan, Fossavatn Ski Marathon, was established in 1935. The initial race was 18 km long and there were no problems with
- [Vasaloppet](https://www.worldloppet.com/wl-race/vasaloppet/) - Gunnar's Nordic Adventures at Vasaloppet 2022. HISTORY First race: 19th March 1922, 90 km, 119 participants Highest number of participants in main race: limit of entries 15800 Worldloppet membership: founding member Vasaloppet’s historical background stretches almost 500 years back in time, more precisely to 1520, at a time when Sweden was under Danish rule. Gustav Eriksson Vasa, a Swedish
- [Tartu Maraton](https://www.worldloppet.com/wl-race/tartu-maraton/) - Gunnar's Nordic Adventures from Tartu Maraton 2023 HISTORY of Tartu Maraton First race: 16 January 1960, 55 km, 210 participants (ca 30 racers) Highest number of participants in main race: 1985 – 13200 entries; 1986 - 9858 finishers Worldloppet membership: since 1994 Inspiration for founding the race came from Vasaloppet. The race course followed the ordinary road from
- [Merino Muster](https://www.worldloppet.com/wl-race/merino-muster/) - Gunnar's Nordic Adventures from Merino Muster 2022 HISTORY First Merino Muster race: 1995 Highest number of participants in main race: 112 finishers (2015) Worldloppet membership: since 2014 (associate member) Prior to the initial Merino Muster there were two races. The 1st in the 1980’s was held at Cardrona. Ski Area prior the opening of the Snow Farm. The other
- [Kangaroo Hoppet](https://www.worldloppet.com/wl-race/kangaroo-hoppet-australia/) - Gunnar's Nordic Adventures from Kangaroo Hoppet 2022 HISTORY First race: 1979, 21km, 80 participants, under the name of "Australian Birkebeiner" Highest number of participants in main race: 1588 participants (1995) Worldloppet membership: since 1991 In 1977 a group of cross country skiers in Mount Beauty, a small mountain valley town in north east Victoria, decided

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