As world federation for popular cross-country skiing we are the point of contact for many athletes, organizers, companies and participants. Sometimes we receive criticism, sometimes constructive feedback. Sometimes complains and some times praise. And sometimes… yes sometimes we receive the warmest words that tell us, why we are doing all of this. In a joint […]
27 Worldloppet delegates from 13 destinations have met for a first winter meeting during the marathon week in the Engadin, Switzerland. The Engadin Skimarathon with its side events has provided the perfect platform for a gathering and exchange between the organizers. “It was a fantastic experience and a great opportunity for staff from the different […]
The weather couldn’t be better for the 90th birthday of Fossavatnsgangan, which took place today in Isafjordur, Iceland. While the organizers had to put a lot of effort into the race course due to mild spring weather over the past days, today it froze over night and the morning hours. Right in time for today’s […]
The buildup to Fossavatnsgangan began on Wednesday with the Fossavatnsgangan Night Race, both 35 km and 70 km. Thursday saw the free style race of 25 km with 68 participants from 14 countries, in addition to two shorter races for the kids. In a thrilling final sprint, the winner of men’s Fossavatnsgangan Free Style earlier […]
While winter has already faded in most of Europe, Iceland still offers excellent cross-country skiing conditions. From April 9–12, the legendary Fossavatnsgangan in Ísafjörður will once again welcome skiers from around the world for the final Worldloppet race of the season. With breathtaking landscapes, well-prepared tracks, and a warm Icelandic atmosphere, this event promises an […]
Merino Muster sends an invitation to New Zealand to all Worldloppeters out there. We will celebrate the 30th Merino Muster on the 30th of August. Flights should be booked now to Queenstown NZ to take advantage of the cheaper airfares. Worldloppet Masters should enter early to get a special Masters race bib. Participants should prepare to be mesmerized by Joe Wade, […]
Australia’s secrete is not a hidden beach or little-known surf spot. It is how good the cross-country skiing is, it is world class. Falls Creek Alpine Resort, home of the Kangaroo Hoppet, has 60+ km of groomed cross-country tracks taking one out from the village into the snowgum woodlands and open plains of the snow-covered Alpine […]
Our partner and cross-country ski vacation tour operator Lumi Experiences is running a raffle right now: Enter now and get the chance to win $ 1000 off a trip of your choice for the upcoming season. Additionally, everyone who joins the raffle benefits from a $ 300 per person discount on any trip booked by March 31, […]
Today 07:45 (08:00 for the ladies) the Birkebeinerrennet started in Rena under clouds and freezing temperatures. The favorites kept the pace high already from the start and a leading group was already formed after the first 20-km-uphill-section. In the end, this year’s edition was decided on the final stretch. And again, it was Andreas Nygaard, […]
The Birkebeinerrennet 2025 appears to be organized under very good conditions. The weather is now dry and cold and will offer the very best conditions for the 9000 participants. Sun and very good tracks will be offered for all. It has been necessary to shuffle some more snow on the start and the finish areas […]
Wonderful sunny weather accompanied the participants in past weekend’s Bieg Piastów 42 km – main distance. The winner was German Thomas Bing, who overtook the excellent Michał Skowron from Poland and the indestructible veteran Stanislav Rezac from the Czech Republic. The Bieg Piastów was held in southwestern Poland, on tracks in the Jizera Mountains in […]
It was one of the closest finishes the Engadin Skimarathon has ever seen. Only a toe decided the 55th edition of Switzerland’s most prestigious and the world’s biggest ski marathon in skating style. The winning toe belongs to Havard Moseby from Oslo, Norway. Right behind him his compatriot Sverre Dahlen Aspenes and Swiss Grond Valerio. […]
| N | NAME | |
|---|---|---|
| 5797 |  | MERILA Urmo |
| 5796 |  | GRILLE GÜnter |
| 5795 |  | DOBES Martin |
| 5794 |  | BRASEY Jean-paul |
| 5793 | | KULL Erki |
| N | NAME | |
|---|---|---|
| 301 |  | GAUDET Jeremy |
| 300 |  | GRIST David |
| 299 | | LODGE Hilary |
| 298 |  | MYLLYLÄ Seppo |
| 297 | | PÄÄRU Mikk |
