The Ski Classics Challengers event, Tana-Varangerrennet, is a long-distance race in classic technique, taking place this Saturday, April 18, in Norway.

Tana-Varangerrennet is a long-distance skiing event that takes place in Norway, with an extensive 27-year history, and for the 7th edition, a competitive event with timing. For 2026, due to the snow conditions, the event is taking place with start and finish in Rabogorro, close to the Polarsletta Skistadion, and a 46km course, starting at 10:00 CEST.

Even with a shortened course, the event is once again part of the Ski Classics Challengers circuit for the upcoming edition on April 18, 2026.

The Local Organizing Committee is pleased about the event:

“The trails are now set – and as many have requested, there will also be a recreational class! In addition to the competitive class at 46km, we invite you to the Kievra Challenge 23km without timing, with a mass start alongside the main race. This will be a celebration of skiing for everyone!” and adds:

“Excellent weather has been forecast, and there will be great opportunities to cheer on the athletes from Skihytta and several other spots along the course!

We hope to see many of you both on the start line and out on the trails – everything is set for a fantastic ski weekend!”

Tana-Varangerrennet – Ski Classics Challengers

• Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
• Distance: 46km classic
• Start Time: 10:00 CEST
• Website: Tana-Varangerrennet 
• Facebook: Tana-Varangerrennet  
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• Live Center: Tana-Varangerrennet
• Registrations: Tana-Varangerrennet

Tana-Varangerrennet program, start lists (when available), and live results can be found HERE and HERE

You can find more information about the event HERE

Course Map & Profile

As the 46km race is a Ski Classics Challengers event, Pro Team registered athletes can collect points for the Ski Classics Champion and Youth competitions in their respective genders.

A list of Ski Classics Challengers events with confirmed dates can be found on the Ski Classics website. The list is updated continuously with new events.

Everyone participating in Ski Classics, Pro Tour, or Challengers events, as well as professional and recreational skiers, can connect their profile to Ski Classics’ results database, MyPages.

MyPages can be connected for free. In the profile, you can view your Ski Classics event results, collect pins, print diplomas, and analyze your results with friends in the SC ranking system. In your profile, you earn points based on your performance and are rewarded with pins and diplomas.

One of the central features of MyPages is that you get your global SC ranking. The SC Ranking is a live-updated international ranking that is unique for combining women and men, professional and recreational skiers, in a single list.

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