Oslo Maraton
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Oslo Maraton
The Oslo Maraton takes place in the heart of the Norwegian capital, with the start and finish lines located at Rådhusplassen. The event offers a variety of distances passing through central areas such as Skøyen, Frogner, Aker Brygge, and Bislett. The marathon distance consists of two laps of the city course.
The event includes the following distances:
- Marathon (42.2 km)
- Half Marathon (21.1 km)
- 10 for Grete (10 km)
- Oslotrippelen (73 km - combination of marathon, half marathon, and 10 km)
- 10 km Racing (wheelchair)
- Oslo Mini Maraton (children aged 0-13)
For the marathon and half marathon, hydration stations are positioned approximately every 5 km, serving water and energy drinks. Some stations also provide bananas and soda. Pacemakers are available for the marathon, half marathon, and 10 km distances to help participants reach specific time goals.
Participants must meet age requirements for specific distances: 18 years for the marathon and Oslotrippelen, 15 years for the half marathon, 13 years for the 10 km, and 12 years for wheelchair racing. The event also features dedicated paragliding classes. There is a maximum time limit for each distance, such as 6 hours for the marathon and 3 hours and 30 minutes for the half marathon.
Registration includes nutrition at the stations and a medal upon completion. Luggage storage is available near the start area at Fridtjof Nansens plass. The event is part of the AbbottWMM Wanda Age Group World Rankings. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
