European Ski Marathon Championships 2026

24th of January 2026

Anna-Maria Dietze (GER) and Christian Winker (GER) claimed the European Ski Marathon titles in the 42 km freestyle event at the Sparkassen Jet.

In good conditions in Bodenmais (GER), the titles were decided by narrow margins in both the women’s and men’s races.

German World Cup racer Anna-Maria Dietze won with a 13-second lead over Carla Wohler of the TERREX XC SKI TEAM. Sigrid Mutscheller of WSV Isny rounded out the German sweep.
In the men’s race, only 5 seconds separated first through third place.

Christian Winker of the TERREX XC SKI TEAM was crowned 2026 European Ski Marathon Champion, ahead of Max Goether of VSC Klingenthal (GER) and Reid Goble of the USA National Team.

Results

European Ski Marathon Championships 2025

1st and 2nd of March 2025:

A Success Story of Cross-Country Ski Marathon European Championships 2025 powered by Euroloppet!

This marks the 13th time the European Championships have taken place. An event developed by Euroloppet, it has gone through various phases, experiencing both ups and downs. After a period of changing regulations, the rules have stabilized. Now, it is definitively an open European Championship, held annually within the framework of a Euroloppet race. Folk running enthusiasts from around the world gather to compete for European Championship titles in all categories.

Since the pandemic, which forced the cancellation of the European Championships in Sweden, Euroloppet has organized three successful events. The 2023-2025 championships have confirmed this positive trend, firmly establishing the Euroloppet European Championships as a success story.

Recently, 1,500 participants from 29 countries competed for European Championship titles in all age categories, marathon, half-marathon, and team competitions. In the spirit of the Euroloppet philosophy, an American athlete achieved a historic milestone, finishing third in the overall skating classification.

In Leutasch, Austria, on Tyrol’s high plateau, a celebration of cross-country skiing unfolded, exceeding all expectations during a winter marked by challenging snow conditions. The event was blessed with favorable weather, excellent trails, and a vibrant, positive atmosphere.

Saturday: 1/3/2025: 25kmC & 50kmC

Sunday: 2/3/2025: 22kmF & 42kmF

Team competition: 22kmF*

* Team consists from 3 to 4 racers. The best 3 times of the team are taken for the ranking, the whole team of 4 will be awarded.

Info: 58. Int. Ganghoferlauf (Austria)

The races will be held in accordance with the FIS International Competition Regulations (ICR).

Results

European Ski Marathon Championship 2024

The Euroloppet Ski Marathon European Championship 2024, as part of the newly developed Dachsteinlauf, was characterized by breathtaking competitions and impressive performances. The results reflect the intense competition where participants demonstrated their skills and endurance.

Nearly 1000 enthusiastic cross-country skiers participated in the Euroloppet Ski Marathon European Championship. Each individual contributed to the success of this event with their dedication and passion.

The championship attracted participants from over 20 different nations, proudly representing their national colors. The cross-border atmosphere helped celebrate unity through sports and strengthen the spirit of community. A unique program, including a fantastic opening ceremony at the Ramsau event center, a Just for Fun enjoyment race, a Kidsrace, a hut evening, and a friendly atmosphere, rounded off the entire event and offered something for the whole family.

The Euroloppet Ski Marathon European Championship 2024 had many remarkable moments that will be remembered. From thrilling sprint finishes to impressive comebacks, there were numerous highlights that made the competition unforgettable.

Next year, the Euroloppet Ski Marathon European Championship 2025 will take place as part of the “Ganghoferlauf” in Leutasch (AUT).

Results EM 2024

Overall Results Skating:

42 km Skating Men

1. Max Hauke (AUT) 1:38:15
2. Christian Winker (GER) 1:41:52
3. Jakob Lauerer (GER) 1:41:53

42 km Skating Women

1. Anna Seebacher (AUT) 1:55:47
2. Laura Groiß (AUT) 2:0040:38
3. Christa Ehrenzeller-Jäger (SUI) 2:03:46

10 km Skating Men

1. Max Olex (GER) 24:54,67
2. Harald Lemmerer (AUT) 24:54,72
3. Jakob Milz (GER) 25:07,47

10 km Skating Women

1. Petra Tanner (AUT) 30:44,02
2. Madeleine Veiter (AUT) 30:51, 46
3. Lou Huth (GER) 31:20,73

4x 10 km TEAM Skating

1. Terrex XC Ski Team 1:42.38
2. ÖPOLSV – Hotel Matschner Team 1:42:28
3. XCS Ammertal 1:58:59

Overall Ergebnisse Classic:

42 km Classic Men

1. Stanislav Rezec (CZE) 1:52:50
2. Christian Winker (GER) 1:52:51
3. Johannes Kuchl (GER) 1:54,26

42 km Classic Women

1. Anna Seebacher (AUT) 2:21:02
2. Petra Tanner (AUT) 2:25:30
3. Christa Ehrenzeller-Jäger (SUI) 2:31:46

10 km Classic Men

1. Jakob Milz (GER) 28:31,25
2. Manuel Becker (GER) 28:48,57
3. Tobias Rath (GER) 28:28,70

10 km Classic Men

1. Laura Groiß (AUT) – 34:34,06
2. Cecil Kümpel (GER) 34:47,20
3. Renate Schwab (AUT) 40:06,74

European Ski Marathon Championship

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The European Ski Marathon Championship took place in Slovakia this year. The live stream is powered by ”Travel Slovakia”.

Participants who registered for the Euroloppet race in Biela Stopa from 4th-5th March 2023 automatically took part in the European Ski Marathon Championship 2023.

Your advantages with the Euroloppet Pass: The results of the championship count towards the Euroloppet Pass Programme.

Awards of honor:

Individual competition (free technique and classic): The first free athletes in each ages category will be honored.
Relay: The fastest three pairs will be honored, regardless of age and gender.
Team: The fastest three teams will be honored regardless of age and gender. The winner is the best team with the fastest time, added from the times of the best three team members.

Health status of the participant/ liability/ data use

Competition-/ participation conditions

By registering, the participant accepts the following competition and participation conditions, liability conditions of the organizer and the use of participant data for publications and information services (result lists, newsletter, ski marathon magazine, internet, social media,…) in a legally binding manner.

Sport medical examination

In some countries it is obligatory that the participant accepts the obligation to undergo a sports medical examination before the start, which certifies that he/she is allowed to start for health reasons.
In this case, the certificate must be presented in the national language or in English or in German, if requested by the OC. In addition, the conditions of participation of the organizer and event organizer apply!

Accident- or health insurance

In order to participate, it is compulsory to be able to provide proof of accident- or health insurance.
By registering, the participant certifies that his/her physical condition is not impaired to participate in the cross-country skiing race and that he/she does not suffer from any illness that impedes or limits the sporting activity .
With the registration the participant assures that he/she has trained sufficiently for the participation in this competition and that he/she is physically healthy.

The medical staff is entitled to remove a participant from the race if there are threatening signs of a health impairment.

Terms of liability/disclaimer

By registering, the participant accepts the following liability conditions of the organizer/promoter in a legally binding manner.

The European Ski Marathon Federation and the organizer of the races accept no liability whatsoever for accidents and damage to participants, officials, spectators and other persons, at and in the course of the event. In addition, the respective conditions of participation and liability of the respective race apply.

Use of the participants’ data

Privacy rights/ data protection notice

With the registration, the participant agrees that his/her personal data will be stored on data processing systems of the organizer and the European Ski Marathon Federation. The participant thus agrees to the storage, processing and use of personal data for organizer and association purposes, in accordance with the EU DSGV. In particular, with the registration the participant agrees that photos, films, etc. before, during and after the event with his/her image, as well as the personal data for results services, newsletters, ski marathon magazines, internet publications, social media, etc. may be published for organizer-/ association purposes.

Scores

Terms and conditions of participation:

Every person who has reached the age of 18 by the first of January in the year of the event is eligible to participate in the European Ski Marathon Championships. No continental restrictions apply.

Registration

Login/ Registration:

The registration for the European Ski Marathon Championships takes place directly with the organizer for the race that will be classified as the European Ski Marathon Championships.

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