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Worldloppet Summer Challenge: Roller Skiing, Cross-Country Skiing, and Training Triumph!

12 September 2023

In the scorching heat of summer, when most people are basking in the sun, a global community of dedicated athletes took on a challenge – the Worldloppet Summer Challenge. With roller skiing, cross-country skiing, and rigorous training, they pushed their limits and conquered the virtual trails. Let’s celebrate the champions who emerged from this inspiring […]

Fabian Stocek and Jessie Diggins win Merino Muster 2023

2 September 2023

Exciting News from New Zealand’s Snow Farm: US ski superstar Jessie Diggins wins the Merino Muster 2023. Czech Skimarathon pro Fabian Stocek took the victory in the men’s class. What an incredible day it has been at the Snow Farm for the the Merino Muster! The international starting field enjoyed New Zealands mountains under sunshine […]

Merino Muster: New Zealand’s Premier Cross-Country Ski Marathon ready

1 September 2023

Snowy Excitement Awaits at the Merino Muster Ready for an exciting winter sport adventure in the heart of New Zealand? Tomorrow, September 2nd, Wanaka will host the exhilarating Merino Muster cross-country ski marathon, part of the Worldloppet series. With good snow conditions and a sunny forecast ahead, this event promises an unforgettable experience for the […]

+ Update + 2023 Kangaroo Hoppet: Event Canceled Due to Snow Conditions

23 August 2023

Kangaroo Hoppet 2023: Unfavorable Snow Conditions Force Event Cancellation In a regrettable turn of events, the highly anticipated 2023 Kangaroo Hoppet, a hallmark of cross-country skiing in Australia and a significant part of the Worldloppet calendar, has been canceled. The decision, influenced by the snow conditions on the course and the imminent weather forecast, was […]

Ushuaialoppet 2023: Unveiling Triumphs in Argentina’s Skiing Extravaganza

21 August 2023

Discover the exhilarating highlights of the 2023 Ushuaialoppet in Argentina, featuring champions Johan Didron and Isabel Lane. Join us for an unforgettable cross-country skiing experience in Ushuaia’s breathtaking landscape. Ushuaialoppet 2023: A Triumph of Athleticism and Scenic Beauty The 2023 Ushuaialoppet, Worldloppet’s season opener, unfolded in spectacular fashion against the awe-inspiring backdrop of Ushuaia, Argentina. […]

Ushuaialoppet, Kangaroo Hoppet & Merino Muster preparing snowy tracks

11 August 2023

As Worldloppet is the global federation for Skimarathons, we have no summer break! Three of our member races are located on the southern hemisphere, hence take place during the period of time “we” call summer, “their” winter. All three southern races, Ushuaialoppet, Kangaroo Hoppet and Merino Muster have received snow and wintery conditions. The track […]

Special Vasaloppet 2024 Entry Right for Masters

4 July 2023

In February 2024 the king of cross-country ski races is going to take place for the 100th time. A jubilee many skiers want to be part of. The main event of the Vasaloppet Winter Week, the 90 km Vasaloppet is fully booked for months already. But there are still chances to be part of Swedens […]

Worldloppet Annual General Meeting 2023 in Oberammergau

19 June 2023

As every year, the delegates from the Worldloppet member nations were meeting past weekend for the Worldloppet Annual General Meeting 2023. The meeting has taken place in the Bavarian Oberammergau, the venue of König Ludwig Lauf.  When the delegates had a look back into the past season, the conclusion is promising. The major part of […]

The right summer training for a successful ski marathon season

30 May 2023

In the Northern Hemisphere it is getting warmer and the days are getting longer. That said, ski season will be here before we know it. Already, registration is filling up for many popular Worldloppet races. It’s time to make plans for next winter, and to start to get fit for the next winter. Personal Coach […]

One night at the mountain chalet Dolomitenhütte

24 May 2023

The Dolomitenhütte is a mountain chalet located in the Lienzer Dolomiten, East Tyrol, the venue of the Austrian Worldloppet race, the Dolomitenlauf. The glass rooms of Dolomitenhütte are built right on the edge of a hundreds of meters high mountain wall. Gunnar knew, this is the perfect location, to recover from the Dolomitenlauf 🇦🇹 and […]

Vlog Gunnar’s Nordic Adventures Down Under: Urban Surf Melbourne

17 May 2023

On my journey to the Kangaroo Hoppet, the Australian Worldloppet race, I tried out surfing for the first time. Right next to Melbourne Airport, only 20 minutes walking distance, there is the artificial surfing wave Urban Surf Melbourne located. It was my first time, so I went for a beginner’s lesson. And what shall I […]