Events
Here, you can watch runners from around the world push their limits on a surface that is both breathtakingly beautiful and physically demanding. A marathon on natural ice is as much a nature experience as it is a sporting event – and seeing it from the sidelines is equally captivating.
Programme – Schaatsen Luleå 2026
22 February: Sea-Ice Classic – Running Marathon
25 February: Grand Prix 4 – Luleå Marathon
26 February: Grand Prix 5 – Luleå Sprint
27 February: Toertocht – Sea-Ice Classic
28 February: Grand Prix Finale – Sea-Ice Classic Luleå
Start and finish in Södra Hamn
• Distance options: 42 km, 21 km, 10 km or kidsrun
• Entire course on natural sea ice on the Gulf of Bothnia
• Start window: approximately 13.00–15.00
• Finish: no later than 17.00
Sea-Ice Classic Running Marathon
On 22 February 2026, you’ll have the chance to witness something rare and spectacular as the Sea-Ice Classic Running Marathon takes place as part of Schaatsen Luleå. Runners will take on 42 km, 21 km, 10 km or a shorter kidsrun – all on natural ice on the frozen Gulf of Bothnia in Södra Hamn in Luleå.Here, you can watch runners from around the world push their limits on a surface that is both breathtakingly beautiful and physically demanding. A marathon on natural ice is as much a nature experience as it is a sporting event – and seeing it from the sidelines is equally captivating.
Programme – Schaatsen Luleå 2026
22 February: Sea-Ice Classic – Running Marathon
25 February: Grand Prix 4 – Luleå Marathon
26 February: Grand Prix 5 – Luleå Sprint
27 February: Toertocht – Sea-Ice Classic
28 February: Grand Prix Finale – Sea-Ice Classic Luleå
Start and finish in Södra Hamn
• Distance options: 42 km, 21 km, 10 km or kidsrun
• Entire course on natural sea ice on the Gulf of Bothnia
• Start window: approximately 13.00–15.00
• Finish: no later than 17.00
Dates
Sunday 22 Feb 15:00 - 17:00
