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The 2026 Race.

The registration for Norseman 2026 opens Friday, September 26 at 15:00 CEST and will close on Thursday, October 2, at 23:59 CEST.

Norseman is an annual point-to-point race held in Norway. The distances are 3.8 km swimming, 180 km biking, and 42.2 km running. In total, the race offers more than 5000 vertical meters.

Each of the 250 athletes needs to bring their own support team.

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A day for the records
A day for the records

Julia Skala sets new course record and Kristian Grue claims victory at Zalaris Norseman Xtreme Triathlon and XTRI World Championship 2025.

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Spectating at Norseman
Spectating at Norseman

Norseman is one of the most breathtaking endurance races in the world — not just for the athletes, but also for those cheering them on. While we welcome and appreciate the support along the course, safety remains our top priority.

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A match for extreme conditions
A match for extreme conditions

August 2 - 250 athletes will jump from the ferry into the freezing Hardangerfjord, beginning a journey that will test their limits across fjord, mountains, and mind. As they take on the Zalaris Norseman Xtreme Triathlon—known as the world’s toughest triathlon—we have a new partner by our side: Defender.

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