Frozen Lake Run, Marathon and Half Marathon

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The Frozen Lake Marathon and Half Marathon is a unique running event, it's the only one we know about that is run entirely on water. Fortunately, the waters of the Tisela Fjord in Norway in March are frozen, so it's less challenging that it could be. But it's still a considerable challenge. Running on snow and ice is a skill in itself but one that you can quickly master. It's one lap of the 21.1k course for the half-marathon or twice around if you are running the full marathon. The Icebug Frozen…

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The Frozen Lake Marathon and Half Marathon is a unique running event, it's the only one we know about that is run entirely on water. Fortunately, the waters of the Tisela Fjord in Norway in March are frozen, so it's less challenging that it could be. But it's still a considerable challenge. Running on snow and ice is a skill in itself but one that you can quickly master.

It's one lap of the 21.1k course for the half-marathon or twice around if you are running the full marathon. The Icebug Frozen Lake Marathon is limited to 500 runners of all abilities. Once you've mastered ice running you should be able to cover the distance at close to your usual pace because this is 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. The race in 2026 returns to a late March date, which should make for a cooler run that we had in 2025. 

For the most part, the ice on the lake is about 80cm 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

We have a dedicated bus transfer that will take you to and from Oslo airport to the hotel Oset, the race HQ and your base throughout your four nights stay in Norway 

We recommend that you arrive at Oslo Airport on Wednesday, March 25 or early Thursday morning in order to be in good time for the transfer. When booking a return flight from Oslo make sure that it leaves after 14:00. Even with the early transfer from the hotel you will struggle to make an earlier flight. There are no train alternatives and a private transfer is very expensive. 

 

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  Oset Hotel

  All our clients and all other international tour groups, will be staying at the Oset Hotel, a typical rustic and very comfortable hotel close to the race start that mostly accommodates skiing groups during the winter time. The rooms are basic but have bathrooms ensuite and the hotel has a restaurant where all the meals. It also has a bar and you can buy snacks and souvenirs, the hotel also has a leisure pool, some indoor games facilities and an external sauna (available at additional cost). As this is the official race hotel there is shuttle between the hotel and all activities over the weekend including the race. There are no shops of other facilities close to the hotel and the town of Gol is 15 minutes away by bus. 

  Full details are available at https://www.oset.no/

  
  

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  WEDNESDAY 25 MARCH- Make your way to Oslo and stay the night in this fascinating Nordic city (flights and overnight hotel not included)

  THURSDAY 26 MARCH - If you arrived on Wednesday make your way to arrivals at Oslo Gardermoen airport to meet your Frozen Lake Marathon guide. If you are arriving today make sure your flight arrives before 12:30 to clear customs and make the last transfer. Note that if your flight arrives after midday today (12:30pm) you will not be able to take the official transfer and you will be responsible for making your own way to Hotel Oset and it is a difficult journey without the transfer. 

  12:30 First bus transfer from Oslo Airport to Hotel Oset (www.oset.no) It is around four hours by road to the town of Gol, which is close to the hotel, but there will be comfort stop along the way where you can also buy snacks and refreshments. There is a second transfer at 14:30, which will arrive in time for dinner at the hotel.

  17:30 Arrival at the hotel.

  19:00 Dinner (pre-course, main and dessert) 

  FRIDAY 27 MARCH

  08:00 - 10:00 Breakfast

  09:00 Snowmobile trip (optional at additional cost) Returns at 13:00

  13:00 - 14:30 Buffet Lunch

  15:00 Transfer to Shake Out Run on the lake (6K by bus)

  18:00 Frozen Lake Shake Out Night Run - no timing just a fun run to test your kit and try out those shoes

  19:30 Transfer back to the hotel.

  20:30 Frozen Lake Marathon Pasta Party (buffet)

  SATURDAY 28 MARCH

  07:00 - 10:00 Breakfast

  08:00 - 10:30 Shuttlebus transfers to race start 

  08:30 Prestart for marathon runners with an estimated finish time of more than 4:30

  10:00 Start of Frozen Lake Marathon

  11:00 Start of Frozen Lake Half-Marathon 

  13:30 Podium Ceremony Half-Marathon 

  14:15 Podium Ceremony Marathon 

  16:00 Cut off time all distances 

  Lunch on the ice/after finish (Hot local soup and bread)

  19:00 The Frozen Lake Marathon Post race dinner (buffet)

  SUNDAY 29 MARCH

  08:00 - 10:00 Breakfast

  08:30 Dog Sledge trip (optional at additional cost) Returns at 12:30

  13:00 - 14:30 Lunch 

  19:00 Dinner 

  Other optional activities: Walk on snow / cross country skiing / alpine skiing (some fees might apply)

  Sunday is also a backup Raceday (if the weather and weather forecast is bad for Saturday and 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 30 MARCH

  08:00 - 10:00 Breakfast

  Bus transfer from Oset Hotel to Oslo Airport.

  Early bus transfer leaves at 08:30 - arrives at airport no later than 12:30

  Late bus transfer leaves at 13:30 - arrives at airport no later than 17:30

  4-NIGHT PACKAGE includes bus transfer to and from OSLO airport, 4 nights at the hotel, all meals and your choice of Marathon or Half Marathon race entry.  

• Prices per person in UK (£)

  4-night Tour based on single room basis - £1229

  4-night Tour based on twin/double bedded room basis - £929

  PRICES ARE PER PERSON

  • TWIN MEANS TWO PEOPLE IN A ROOM WITH TWO BEDS.
  • DOUBLE MEANS TWO PEOPLE IN A ROOM WITH ONE DOUBLE BED.
  • SINGLE MEANS ONE PERSON IN THE ROOM.

  IF YOU ARE TRAVELLING ALONE THE SINGLE PRICE APPLIES. 

   

  For those who are non-runners or supporters joining the tour there is a £100 discount from the above prices

  Deposit per person- £350

  Non runner discount- £125

  Optional Extras - There is limited availabiity for Dog Sledging and Snowmobiling and is available on first come first serve basis

  Dog sledging £140 

  Snowmobile £130

   

  Prices include bus transport to and from Oslo, local transportation to and from all races, 4-night's accommodation, meals as per itinerary and entry to the Frozen Lake Marathon or Half Marathon. 

   

  WE STRONGLY ADVISE YOU TO TAKE OUT TRAVEL INSURANCE. TRAVEL INSURANCE SHOULD PROTECT YOUR DEPOSIT OR ANY OTHER PAYMENTS IF YOU CANCEL THE TRIP DUE TO INJURY, ILLNESS OR UNFORSEEN CIRCUMSTANCES.  WE DO NOT REFUND DEPOSITS AND WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE IF YOU DECIDE TO CANCEL YOUR TRIP AFTER IT IS CONFIRMED.

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