The Visma Ski Classics Challengers event Åsarna Ski Marathon is a 45km long-distance race in classic technique this Saturday, February 12, in Åsarna, Sweden.
The Visma Ski Classics Challengers event Åsarna Ski Marathon is a 45km long-distance race in classic technique this Saturday, February 12, in Åsarna, Sweden.
Åsarna Ski Marathon takes place for the 14th time in 2022, and the 45km course is presented in one big loop, leading through true Swedish wilderness.
The start is near Åsarna old Church, and the finish is a little further south at Åsarna Ski Stadium. Throughout the course, there will be four feed stations. Good to remember that the competition is also a seeding race for Vasaloppet and Tjejvasan.
Legendary Thomas Wassberg, a former Swedish cross-country skier, is Chief of Course, guaranteeing well-prepared and groomed tracks.
Åsarna town is located 70km south of Östersund, and the Organization Committee welcomes Pro Tour athletes and recreational skiers to visit a small village with a long ski history.
Åsarna Ski Marathon – Facts
- Location: Åsarna, Sweden
- Date: Saturday, February 12
- Start Time: Women & Men 11:00 CET
- Distance: 45km Classic Technique
- Website: Åsarna Ski Marathon
Åsarna Ski Marathon program, start lists, live results, and final standings can be followed here when available.
On Saturday, participants of the 45km classic event collect points for their SC Ranking, as seen on MyPages.
A full list of Visma Ski Classics Challengers events with confirmed dates for the season 2021/22 can be found here.