
Norseman Xtreme Triathlon
Norseman Xtreme Triathlon is widely recognized as the world’s most demanding full-distance triathlon.
About
Founded in 2003, Norseman Xtreme Triathlon is widely recognized as the world’s most demanding full-distance triathlon. The race starts with a jump from a ferry into the Hardangerfjord and finishes atop Mount Gausta, covering 226 kilometers through the raw and unpredictable Norwegian landscape.
You are welcome to join in cheering on the athletes – here are our recommended spectator spots:
T2 in Austbygde (Sandviken Camping)
This is where the athletes transition from the bike leg and start the final running stage.
25 km mark near Dale – the start of "Zombie Hill"
This is where the notorious climb towards Gaustatoppen begins.
Bygget at Gausta – white t-shirt finish line
Gaustatoppen – black t-shirt finish line
You can also cheer from along the roadside, provided you keep a safe distance and do not obstruct the athletes or traffic. Cars must be parked with all four wheels off the road.
More information for spectators at Norseman can be found here: https://www.nxtri.com/how-to-follow-norseman-on-race-day
We wish all participants the best of luck and look forward to welcoming spectators, athletes, support crews, and fans!
Speed limits on the roads will be lower on race day, so please allow plenty of time and be considerate of others to ensure a safe day for all road users.
Location
Practical information
- Annual events
Nearby events

Yoga retreat på Gaustablikk Fjellresort
Gaustablikk Fjellresort, 3660 Rjukan

Opening of new falcon exhibition
Hardangervidda nasjonalparksenter, Skinnarbu, 3660 Rjukan

Trond Granlund – Intimate concert and dinner
Rjukan Admini Hotel, 3660 Rjukan

Rakfisk Evening at Austbygde Bakery
Mogan 2, 3650 Tinn Austbygd

Julemesse i Hovin
Hovinvegen 1914, 3652 Hovin i Telemark

Atle Pettersen - Christmas concert in Rjukan church
Kirkebakken 1, 3660 Rjukan

Ice climbing with Rjukan Adventure
Skriugata 26, 3660 Rjukan

Christmas concert with Herborg Kråkevik at Vemork
Vemork, 3660 Rjukan

Norrøna Ice Festival 2027
Rjukan, 3660 Rjukan
Nearby activities

Tinn Museum
Sam. Eydesg 299, 3660 Rjukan

Off piste from Gaustatoppen
Gaustatoppen, 3660 Rjukan

Gausta Sportell
Kvitåvatnvegen 51, 3660 Rjukan

Gaustabanen
Langefonn, 3660 Rjukan

Gaustatoppen
Stavsro, 3660 Rjukan

Winter at Gaustatoppen
Gaustatoppen, 3660 Rjukan

Cross-country at Gausta
Kvitåvatnvegen 372, 3660 Rjukan

Floating saunas at Gausta
kvitåvatnvegen 372, 3660 Rjukan

Wellness at Gaustablikk Fjellresort
Kvitåvatnvegen 372, 3660 Rjukan

Gaustablikk cabins and apartments
3660 Rjukan

Restaurant Bjørk (Birch)
Kvitåvatnvegen 372, 3660 Rjukan

Gaustablikk Mountain Resort
Kvitåvatnvegen 372, 3660 Rjukan

Blikk Fjellbrasserie
Kvitåvatnvegen 372, 3660 Rjukan

Gausta Ski Resort
Kvitåvatnvegen 372, 3660 Rjukan

Gaustatoppen from Stavsro
Stavsro, 3660 Rjukan

The story of Rjukan
Torget 2, 3660 Rjukan

















