The Ski Classics Challengers event Nordenskiöldsloppet is just around the corner and starting in three weeks. The 220km long-distance skiing race in classic technique will take place on March 29, 2025, in Jokkmokk, Sweden.
Nordenskiöldsloppet, considered the world’s longest ski race, is taking place in Jokkmokk, in northernmost Sweden, and in 2025 is celebrating its 8th edition. The 220km classic is now part of the Ski Classics Challengers calendar, with the upcoming edition on March 29, 2025.
Nordenskiöldsloppet – Ski Classics Challengers
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 ski historical 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.
More information about the event can be found HERE – Registrations for Nordenskiöldsloppet 2025 can be found HERE.
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Nordenskiöldsloppet
- Date: March 29, 2025
- Location: Jokkmokk
- Country: Sweden
- Distance: 220km
- Technique: Classic
- Website: Nordenskiöldsloppet
- Facebook: Nordenskiöldsloppet
- Instagram: Nordenskiöldsloppet
- Registrations: Nordenskiöldsloppet
Course Map & Profile
As Nordenskiöldsloppet 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 2024/2025 can be found at Ski Classics. The list is updated continuously with new events.
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Photos: Nordenskiöldsloppet
