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The story about the Birkie Sweater

11 February 2024

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

8 February 2024

These news feel so good: The ski– and snow conditions are fantastic in the Birken area Lillehammer/Norway. More than one meter of snow on the entire Birkebeiner course and already well prepared  tracks. More than 6000 have already registered for the Ski Birken in March. As we all know, many of us skiers feel frustrated because of […]

10 days to go: track conditions of Tartu Maraton are very good 

7 February 2024

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. “There is plenty of snow on the first 46 kilometers of the track, all the way from the start venue Otepää up to Palu. The last section from Palu to […]

Time to prepare for the Fossavatnsgangan 2024

6 February 2024

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 […]

The 44th Sapporo International Ski Marathon: A Triumph of Cross-Country Skiing Excellence

4 February 2024

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 […]

Jizerska 50 cancelled due to mild weather and missing snow

3 February 2024

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

For the 44th time the Sapporo International Ski Marathon is going to take place coming Sunday, 4th February. And for the 2nd tim the Shirahatayama Open Stadium will be the main venue. Today, the tracks have been opened and many skiers tested them under great conditions. – 11℃ guarantee, that the thick layer of natural […]

How to get a Worldloppet Passport Stamp at König Ludwig Lauf and La Transju 2024

2 February 2024

After two cancellations we now can come with some good news again: All Passport Holders who have been travelling or travel to the race venues of the cancelled König Ludwig Lauf and La Transjurasienne can still get a stamp to their Worldloppet Passport. Due to the very mild weather and rain our German member race, […]

Four reasons why you should put Finlandia Hiihto 2024 on your race calendar

31 January 2024

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

29 January 2024

After the sad news from Germany, we now have to announce the second cancellation of the season: La Transju, French Worldloppet member, planned for February 10th and 11th has to take the difficult decision to cancel the 2024 edition. Here is the message of the organizers: Due to the lack of snow on the Jura massif and the […]

Norwegians Skaug and Fleten on top of Marcialonga 2024 results

28 January 2024

Today morning the start gun released 7000 skiers from Moena to the 70 km long track through the valleys Fiemme and Fassa, through multiple villages and finally up to Cavalese. With slight sub zero degrees and later sunshine it were fast conditions. Who is standing on top of Marcialonga 2024 results? The Norwegians have been […]

Tomorrow 8 am starts the 51st Marcialonga

27 January 2024

Marcialonga, a message of sport, culture, history, integration, solidarity. Beside being a Worldloppet member, Marcialonga is all this, and tomorrow on the trails of the hypothetic “Dolomiti Train”, 70 km between Moena and Cavalese, passing by Canazei, two speeds will travel. The elite of the pro series Ski Classics, will surely go all out, with […]