2025-2026 Most Interesting Marathons
Dec
6
2025

Løp 6 Bergen Adventsmaraton

📍 Bergen, Norway
🏃 Road
📏 21 km, 42 km

The Bergen Adventsmaraton, taking place on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at Fana Stadion in Rådal, Bergen, promises a memorable experience for runners of all levels. Participants can expect cool temperatures typical of early December in Bergen, with average highs around 5°C (41°F) and lows near 0°C (32°F), so dressing in layers is advisable. This event, part of the Maratonkarusellen series, offers both a marathon and a half marathon, set against a scenic, rural backdrop featuring asphalt roads and an old railway track. The course is primarily traffic-free, providing a safe environment for runners, with a few small hills and one significant climb near the stadium.

What distances are available for this event?

  • Marathon (42.195 km) – 2 laps
  • Half Marathon (21.097 km) – 1 lap

How much does registration cost?

  • Marathon: kr 450
  • Half Marathon: kr 450
  • Price increases after December 3, 2025
  • Higher fees on race day
  • Kondis members receive kr 50 off
  • Valid Friidrettsforbundet license holders have no one-time license fee

When is bib pickup scheduled?

  • Friday before the race at Intersport Laguneparken from 17:00 to 18:00
  • Race day from 09:00 at Fana Stadion

What is the race day schedule?

  • 09:00 – Secretariat opens (bib pickup, valuables storage)
  • 10:00 – Marathon start
  • 11:30 – Half Marathon start
  • 13:30 – Award ceremony

What facilities and amenities are available during the event?

  • Valuables storage at the secretariat
  • Refreshments available on course and at the finish line

What are the weather considerations for the event?

Participants should prepare for cool weather conditions typical of Bergen in early December, with temperatures ranging from 0°C to 5°C. Dressing in layers and being ready for potential rain is recommended.

Are there any awards or prizes for participants?

Awards will be presented during the ceremony at 13:30 for top finishers in both the marathon and half marathon categories.

Is late registration available for the event?

Late registration is permitted until the start of the race if spots remain available.

What are the minimum age requirements for participants?

  • Marathon: 18 years
  • Half Marathon: 16 years
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