Who says you can't walk (or run) on water? This remarkable event offers you the opportunity to do exactly that on the frozen waters of the Tisela Fjord in Norway. It's one lap of the 21.1k course for the half-marathon or twice around if you running the full marathon. The Icebug Frozen Lake Marathon is limited to 500 runners of all abilities. Every step is taken on pure ice, it's the flattest race you'll ever run and an experience you’ll never forget. Tisela Fjord ifjorden is located 819 meters…
Who says you can't walk (or run) on water? This remarkable event offers you the opportunity to do exactly that on the frozen waters of the Tisela Fjord in Norway. It's one lap of the 21.1k course for the half-marathon or twice around if you running the full marathon. The Icebug Frozen Lake Marathon is limited to 500 runners of all abilities. Every step is taken on pure ice, it's the flattest race you'll ever run and an experience you’ll never forget.
Tisela Fjord ifjorden is located 819 meters above sea level in the Norwegian municipalities of Gol and Hemsedal, which is 200K north of Oslo.
For the most part, the ice on the lake is about 80 cm thick – with a carrying capacity up to 30 tons. The course is plotted by a support team of ice experts who monitor the lake closely in the days leading up to the event and throughout the race. For maximum safety the final course is laid out just days before the race starts. Among other things, the lake is used for testing vehicle tyres, emergency vehicles and drivers who want to test their skills in icy conditions, so it's not going to struggle to support the weight of 500 runners!
Transport from Oslo
The easiest way to travel from Oslo to Gol is by train, it takes aproximately two-and-half hours.
We recommend catching the 12.03 from Oslo. There will be a shuttle bus from the train station in Gol to the hotel at 15.00.Â
Oset Hotel
The International groups will be staying at the Oset Hotel, a typical rustic and very comfortale hotel close to the race start. All rooms have bathrooms ensuite and the hotel has a restaurant. Full details are available at https://www.oset.no/.Â
WEDNESDAY 23 MARCHÂ Make your way to Oslo and stay the night in this fascinating city (flights and overnight hotel not included)
THURSDAY 24 MARCHÂ Train from Oslo Central station to Gol. Transfer from Gol station to Hotel Oset (www.oset.no) Light snack upon arrival.
Dinner
FRIDAY 25 MARCHÂ After breakfast, activity: Walk on snow / crosscountry skiing / troutfishing on the ice Lunch Activity: Walk on snow / crosscountry skiing / troutfishing on the ice
The Frozen Lake Nightrun, no timing, lit by torches on the lake (5km) Transfer to the event from the hotel is at 19:00. Transfer back to the hotel and PASTA PARTY from 20:00 – 22:00
Breakfast, Dinner
SATURDAY 26 MARCH Buffet Breakfast. Transfer to race
Key timings: 10:00 Start The Frozen Lake Marathon 42km; 11:00 Start 21K; 13:00 Podium Ceremony 21 km; 13:30 Podium Ceremony 42 km; 16:00Â Cut off time all distances
Lunch on the ice / after finish (warm local soup + bread) 19:00 The Frozen Lake Marathon Post race dinner (buffet)
Breakfast, Dinner
SUNDAY 27 MARCHÂ Activities: Walk on snow / dog sledge / fishing on ice / cross country skiing / Scooter racing (some fees might apply to activities that includes transportation)
Sunday is also a back up Raceday (if the weather and weather forecast is bad for Saturday / better for Sunday, the race director might move the race from Saturday to Sunday). Safety will always rank first and there will be no refunds offered if the race is cancelled due to weather
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
MONDAY MARCH 28Â Transfer to Gol station Train from Gol to Oslo. Overnight stay or late flight from Oslo (not included).Â
Breakfast
4 NIGHT PACKAGE including train (or bus) from OSLO Central Station Price for package, includes all meals, 4 nights at hotel, transfer to from Oslo, train or bus to hotel and your choice of Marathon or Half Marathon race entry. Â
Prices per person in UK£
4-night Tour based on single room basis £949
4-night Tour based on twin bedded room basis £749
Deposit per person £350
Prices include rail transport from Oslo, local transportation to the hotel and race day, 4-night's accommodaton, meals as per itinerary, Friday and Sunday activities, and entry to the Frozen Lake Run.Â
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