The Ski Classics Challengers event, Holmenkollmarsjen, is a 52km long-distance race in classic technique taking place this Saturday, February 14, 2026, in Oslo, Norway.
Holmenkollmarsjen is one of Norway’s most traditional and popular cross-country ski races, held every winter in Oslo. The race takes participants through beautiful forest terrain and over the rolling hills surrounding the Norwegian capital, finishing at the world-famous Holmenkollen National Arena.
The main event, Holmenkollmarsjen 52km, starts in the legendary Sørkedalen valley. From there, skiers face 52 kilometers and 1,020 meters of elevation gain through some of the most spectacular parts of Nordmarka.
The course offers everything you could wish for in a classic long-distance race: challenging climbs, glittering frozen lakes, fast descents, and breathtaking winter scenery all the way to the finish line.
First organized in 1974, the Holmenkollmarsjen has become a true celebration of Norwegian ski culture. Each year, thousands of skiers of all ages and levels – from elite athletes to enthusiastic recreational skiers – take part in the event.
According to the Local Organizing Committee (LOC), the event is organized by Skiforeningen (The Association for the Promotion of Skiing), which maintains the extensive trail network in the Oslo region.
More information about all the events and distances can be found HERE
- Date: February 14, 2026
- Location: Holmenkollen, Oslo
- Country: Norway
- Distance: 52km
- Technique: Classic
- Website: Holmenkollmarsjen
- Registrations: Holmenkollmarsjen
- Facebook: Holmenkollmarsjen
- Instagram: Holmenkollmarsjen
More information about the event can be found HERE and HERE
Map & Profile
As the Holmenkollmarsjen 52km Classic 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 the 2025/2026 season can be found on Ski Classics. The list is updated continuously with new events.
Everyone participating in Ski Classics, Pro Tour, or Challengers events, as well as professional and recreational skiers, can connect their profile to Ski Classics’ results database, 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 earn points based on your performance and are rewarded with pins and diplomas.
One of the central features of MyPages is that you get your global SC ranking. The SC Ranking is a live-updated international ranking that is unique for combining women and men, professional and recreational skiers, in a single list.
Author: Leandro Lutz
Photo: Christian Haukeli
