Nordenskiöldsloppet, a Ski Classics Challengers event in Sweden, is a 220km long-distance race in classic technique in Jokkmokk. Registration for the event is now open!
Registrations are now open for the Nordenskiöldsloppet 2026, considered the world’s longest ski race and part of the Ski Classics Challengers circuit.
According to the Local Organizing Committee, “IT’S TIME! Registration for Nordenskiöldsloppet 2026 is now open! Sign up for 220km of skiing and an adventure you’ll never forget! The race takes place on March 28, 2026.”
Nordenskiöldsloppet, considered the world’s longest ski race, is taking place in Jokkmokk, in northernmost Sweden, and in 2026 is celebrating its 9th edition. The 220km classic event is also part of the Ski Classics Challengers circuit for the upcoming edition on March 28, 2026.
The world’s longest ski race is now part of the Ski Classics Challengers series. The 220km race is always held on the last weekend of March in Jokkmokk in northernmost Sweden.
The racecourse runs from Jokkmokk, winding straight through the beautiful Lapland landscape to the turning point in Njavve. It runs through untouched wilderness north of the Arctic Circle and follows a historic ski route from 1884. Then, polar explorer Adolf Erik Nordenskiöld organized the race to prove that his expedition members could cover long distances in a short time. The winner in 1884 was Pavva Lasse Nilsson Tuorda, with a time of 21 hours and 22 minutes, which is also today’s medal time.
The race is held in classic style and is open to both elite and recreational skiers looking for the ultimate endurance test on a pair of skis. After the 05:00 CET start, skiers have 30 hours to complete the race. Along the course, 16 hydration stations are waiting to provide participants with all the energy they need.
Registrations for Nordenskiöldsloppet are already open and can be accessed here:
Nordenskiöldsloppet – Ski Classics Challengers Event
- Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026
- Location: Jokkmokk
- Country: Sweden
- Distance: 220km
- Technique: Classic
- Website: Nordenskiöldsloppet
- Facebook: Nordenskiöldsloppet
- Instagram: Nordenskiöldsloppet
- Registration: Nordenskiöldsloppet
More information about the event can be found HERE
The Best Moments of Nordenskiöldsloppet 2025
Video Credits: Vertikal Films/Nordenskiöldsloppet
As the 220km classic race is a Ski Classics Challengers event, Pro Team registered athletes can collect points for the Ski Classics Champion and Youth competitions in their respective genders.
A list of Ski Classics Challengers events with confirmed dates for season 202/2026 can be found at Ski Classics. The list is updated continuously with new events.
Everyone participating in Ski Classics, Pro Tour or Challengers events, and professional and recreational skiers can connect their profile to the results database of Ski Classics called MyPages.
MyPages can be connected for free. In the profile, you can view your Ski Classics event results, collect pins, print diplomas, and analyze your results with friends in the SC ranking system. In your profile, you collect points according to your performance and are rewarded with pins and diplomas.
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Top Photo: Nordenskiöldsloppet
