The Norseman Xtreme Triathlon is an point-to-point race in Norway for individuals seeking an extreme challenge. The first edition of Norseman was held in 2003, with the 2027 race scheduled for August 7th.
The event is designed for resilient athletes supported by their personal teams. It features a limited field of 250-255 athletes at the start line.
The first 160 athletes to reach 37 km (Stavsro) complete the race at Mount Gaustatoppen and earn the black finisher t-shirt. Subsequent athletes finish the same total distance on a lower course to earn the white finisher t-shirt.
Swim 3.8 km in the Hardangerfjord after jumping from a ferry. Bike 180 km through rugged terrain and steep climbs with over 3000 meters of elevation gain from Eidfjord. Run 42.2 km starting alongside Lake Tinnsjøen followed by a demanding climb from Rjukan to Mount Gaustatoppen.
Athletes jump from a ferry into the Hardangerfjord, swimming 3.8 km to the shore at Eidfjord.
A 180 km scenic but gruelling route through rugged terrain featuring more than 3,000 meters of total climbing.
A 42.2 km course where the first half runs alongside Lake Tinnsjøen, followed by a demanding climb from Rjukan to Mount Gaustatoppen. The first 160 athletes to reach 37 km (Stavsro) finish at Mount Gaustatoppen and receive the black finisher t-shirt. Athletes arriving after the first 160 finish on a lower course at the same distance and earn the white finisher t-shirt.