What is the Worldloppet?

The Worldloppet is an international series of cross-country skiing marathons, consisting of 19 events on five continents. Each event runs annually for skiers of all ages and abilities. The Worldloppet includes legendary ski marathons like the American Birkebeiner, Sweden’s Vasaloppet, Switzerland’s Engadin, the Italy’s Marcialonga and Norway’s Birken, plus smaller events like Iceland’s Fossavatn, Estonia’s Tartu Ski Marathon and Austria’s Dolomitenlauf. These events all share one thing in common: a passion for skiing and sharing the fun with skiers from around the world.

As an official tour operator of the Worldloppet, Lumi Experiences offers guided trips to many Worldloppet events. Led by expert, local trip leaders, Lumi’s group trips take the stress out of your vacation so you can enjoy the trails, races and culture to the fullest. In addition to handling all race logistics, Lumi’s trip include race waxing, transportation and meals throughout your trip. Trip leaders help navigate language barriers and offer daily trail recommendations for non-race day outings. Lumi trips feature comfortable accommodations close to the trails and excellent meals inspired by regional cuisine, as well as cultural activities unique to each destination – helping to offer the best possible experience for your ski trip.

 

2027 Worldloppet Trips

 

The following Lumi Experiences trips include the opportunity to participate in a Worldloppet event. On each trip, Lumi’s expert local trip leaders assist with race waxing, bib pick-up, transportation to – and from – the race course and other logistics to make your race day experience as smooth as possible. Several trips include the opportunity to ski in races on back-to-back weekends, earning you two stamps in your Worldloppet passport. Away from the big events, ski with your travel companions on some of our favorite trails, grab a bite to eat at cozy trailside huts and take in the culture of each destination.

Not interested in racing? We also welcome non-racers on our Worldloppet trips. Cheer on your fellow skiers and take in the festive atmosphere, or explore elsewhere on race day with recommendations from your trip leaders. For cross country ski trips without any racing, check out Lumi’s Sight-Skiing trips.

 

DOLOMITENLAUF & MARCIALONGA

January 22 - February 1, 2027 – waitlist only

Travel and ski in the alps on our Dolomitenlauf and Marcialonga trip. Participate in two Worldloppet ski events in Austria and Italy on consecutive weekends, with two days of skiing in Toblach in between. Trip includes a guaranteed entry in the Marcialonga.

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MARCIALONGA &
KÖNIG LUDWIG LAUF

January 29 - February 8, 2027

Experience some of the best skiing in three countries, while you participate in the Marcialonga Worldloppet in Italy, explore the 200+ km of ski trails in Seefeld, Austria and finish the trip with a Bavarian beer after the König Ludwig Lauf Worldloppet event in Oberammergau, Germany.

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Japan Sapporo

Coming in 2028

Hokkaido, Japan’s northern island, is renown for its deep powder and mountainous terrain. Explore the region’s trails and expansive downhill resorts before participating in the Sapporo Ski Marathon. Stay in the city of Sapporo at the peak of their annual snow festival for a taste of Japan’s culture, cuisine and a relaxing onsen - a traditional Japanese bath.

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France TRANSJU

February 8 - 15, 2027

The Jura Mountains form the border between France and Switzerland. The region is renown for more than Comte cheese and Jura wine. In winter, the snow covered hills turn into a paradise for cruising on cross country skis.

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finlandia & Tartu

February 19 - March 1, 2027

180+ km of skiing, Finnish saunas and the Finlandia ski marathon await in Lahti. Take a scenic ferry across the Baltic Sea to travel to the medieval city of Tartu, , home to Estonia’s Olympic Museum. Ski the Tartu Worldloppet and discover Estonia’s ski culture. Book-end your trip with an optional stay in each country’s coastal capital city: Tallinn and Helsinki.

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Sweden Vasaloppet

February 28 - March 8, 2027

Explore enchanting cross-country ski trails with Lumi in the heart of Sweden’s Dalarna region, home to the legendary Vasaloppet. Your base for the week is the cozy lakeside town of Mora, where countless trails begin right outside your door. Enjoy daily skiing excursions before returning to your hotel for a delicious local meal and a soothing sauna at your in-house spa.

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SEEFELD & ENGADIN

March 8 - 15, 2027 – waitlist only

Combine two of Europe's legendary ski destinations: Seefeld, Austria and the Engadin Valley in Switzerland. Discover the 200+ km of trails in Seefeld. Participate in the Engadin Ski Marathon, one of the original Worldloppet events.

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NORWAY BIRKEn

March 15 - 22, 2027

Head to the birthplace of skiing for a week in Oslo and Lillehammer. Explore the famed Holmenkollen, discover the seemingly endless trails around Sjusjøen and stroll down the cobbled Storgata in Lillehammer. Finish your week with the opportunity to ski the Norwegian Birkebeiner Worldloppet ski event.

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ICELAND & FOSSAVATN

April 12 - 19, 2027

Travel to Iceland to explore the land of fire and ice — on ski and by foot. From Reykjavik, journey through Iceland’s rugged countryside to the dramatic Westfjords region. Marvel at waterfalls and volcanic craters, see fjords and perhaps even the Northern Lights. In the small town of Ísafjörður, ski Iceland’s longest running and most popular ski marathon, the Fossavatn!

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AUSTRALIA & KANGAROO HOPPET

August 17 - 25, 2026

Enjoy a week of skiing in the southern hemisphere - in August! Participate in Australia’s Kangaroo Hoppet Worldloppet event. Ski among the snow gum trees, sip local wines beneath the southern stars and try to keep up with the kangaroos as you discover this unique land down under.

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NEW ZEALAND
& Merino Muster

August 25 - 31, 2026

Skiing in August? You bet! The US Ski Team has been enjoying the skiing and activities at the Snow Farm outside Wanaka New Zealand for decades. Now you can experience it for yourself and even participate in the Merino Muster Worldloppet Ski Marathon.

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2027 Worldloppet Calendar

A full calendar of upcoming Worldloppet races can be found below. Events denoted with a Silver or Gold designation are eligible to receive corresponding stamps towards becoming a Worldloppet Master.

 

Become a Worldloppet Master

Lumi guest Gunnar Knapp celebrates reaching Worldloppet Master in 2026

To earn the title of Worldloppet Master, a skier must complete 10 Worldloppet races, one of which must be on a different continent. The Worldloppet Gold Master designation is granted to skiers who finish ten different Gold-level races. These lengthy races test a skier’s endurance and perseverance. Worldloppet Silver Masters must complete either ten Silver-level races, or a combination of ten Silver and Gold races. Although typically shorter, Silver-level Worldloppet races are often dozens of kilometers and are still an impressive accomplishment.

Race finishes can be viewed on the Worldloppet website. You can also track your progress towards becoming a Worldloppet Master in a dedicated Worldloppet Passport. After each race, skiers earn a special stamp for that particular race’s distance, whether Silver or Gold. It’s a fun, visual way to see how far along you are towards achieving your Masters Diploma. Lumi is proud to offer a Worldloppet Passport free of charge to any skier on a Lumi trip participating in a Worldloppet event who doesn’t have one already.

Once you have completed ten Worldloppet races, you become a Worldloppet Master. In addition to bragging rights and access to exclusive swag, the Master title comes with a diploma and a special medal celebrating your achievement. Several Lumi guests have reached this noteworthy achievement on our trips and each one is accompanied by a special celebration. You can read about a few Lumi guests who have completed their Worldloppet Masters below.

Long-time Lumi guest Gunnar Knapp shares his experiences from skiing the 2026 Engadin Ski Marathon in Switzerland.

Achieving the distinction of "Worldloppet Master" is about much more than collecting stamps. It's about the people you meet, the places you discover, the obstacles you overcome, the memories you make along the way and much more.

Lumi guest Ken Hughes from Alberta, Canada recounts his huge accomplishment in the Southern Hemisphere: earning a Worldloppet Gold Medal after finishing his 10th Worldloppet before reaching his 70th birthday!

 
 
 
 

Looking for more?

Interested in skiing with Lumi in a Worldloppet event on a Lumi trip? Send us a message. We are happy to share with you a detailed trip itinerary and help answer any questions you may have. We look forward to hearing from you.