We believe that the potential of ordinary people, of the human body and mind is sensational.
Our race challenges athletes to push beyond their limits in the stunning landscapes of Norway. It’s not just an ordinary race; Norseman is a journey through fjords, mountains, and valleys. All athletes and their support teams face Mother Earth during 226 kilometres of raw nature.
The first edition of Norseman was held in 2003.
The race will be held on August 3, 2024. More than 5,000 people from 101 countries applied for a slot in this year’s race, which is fully booked.
Registration for the Zalaris Norseman Xtreme Triathlon and XTRI World Championships 2025 will open on Wednesday, October 2, at 18:00 CEST. To receive a reminder, sign up for our newsletter here.
Distances:
- Swim: 3.8 km in the Hardangerfjord, Eidfjord.
- Bike: 180 km through rugged terrain and steep climbs
- Run: 42.2 km, including a final ascent to Mount Gaustatoppen
Race Details:
- Start Point: Eidfjord, Norway
- Finish Point: Gausta, Norway
- Number of participants: 250 athletes on the start
- Swim Course: Athletes jump from a ferry into the fjord, swimming to shore in Eidfjord.
- Bike Course: Scenic but gruelling route with more than 3000 meters of climbing.
- Run Course: The first half is a marathon alongside Lake Tinnsjøen, and the second half includes a demanding climb from Rjukan to Mount Gaustatoppen. The 160 first athletes to reach 37 k Stavsro will finish their race at Mount Gaustatoppen and receive a black finisher t-shirt. All athletes arriving at 37 k Stavsro later than the 160 first will finish the race on a lower course but still at the same distance. They will earn the white finisher t-shirt.
Norseman in 2025:
- Registration and entries: Ballot, XTRI qualification or X-Points.
- Participants: Limited to 250 athletes due to safety.
- Support: All athletes must bring their own support team for this event.
All details about Zalaris Norseman Xtreme Triathlon: Read our race manual
