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Arctic Wildmarathon Finland
Rovaniemi, Finland
April 4, 2027Date confirmed
42 km21 km10 km
SnowFestive+4
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Half Marathons (21.1 km) in Finland
15 verified events with 55 individual races (9 confirmed dates) in Finland complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events159 confirmed dates
Competitions55Races & courses
Distances1.6 - 112 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+2,243 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: Tiina.soikkeli · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Helsinki City Running
Helsinki, Finland
May 7, 2027 to May 8, 2027Date confirmed
63.3 km42.2 km21.1 km5 km
Kids & Youth RacesCity Run+3
Photo: Tiina.soikkeli · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Björn Borg Helsinki Half Marathon
Helsinki, Finland
June 12, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+5
Photo: Ximonic (Simo Räsänen) · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Ultra X Finland
Lahti, Finland
June 26, 2027 to June 27, 2027Date confirmed
112 km59 km51 km25 km
Lakes & PondsNature & Off-Road+4
Photo: Ximonic (Simo Räsänen) · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Paavo Nurmi Marathon
Turku, Finland
August 20, 2027 to August 21, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
IslandSeaside & Coast+2
Photo: Tiina.soikkeli · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Björn Borg Helsinki Marathon
Helsinki, Finland
August 28, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunPublic Park+6
Photo: Ximonic (Simo Räsänen) · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Espoo Rantamaraton
Espoo, Finland
September 17, 2027 to September 18, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+1
Photo: Christoph Strässler · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Kuopio marathon
Kuopio, Finland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10.55 km5 km
ForestLakes & Ponds+3
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 4, 2027 | Arctic Wildmarathon Finland | Rovaniemi, Lappland, FI | Trail Running | 42 km21 km10 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 7, 2027 - May 8, 2027 | Helsinki City Running | Helsinki, FI | Road Running | 63.3 km42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 12, 2027 | Björn Borg Helsinki Half Marathon | Helsinki, FI | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km |
| Jun 26, 2027 - Jun 27, 2027 | Ultra X Finland | Lahti, Päijät-Häme, FI | Trail Running | 112 km59 km51 km25 km |
August 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 20, 2027 - Aug 21, 2027 | Paavo Nurmi Marathon | Turku, Varsinais-Suomi, FI | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Aug 28, 2027 | Björn Borg Helsinki Marathon | Helsinki, FI | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
September 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2027 - Sep 18, 2027 | Espoo Rantamaraton | Espoo, Uusimaa, FI | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Kuopio marathon | Kuopio, Nordsavo, FI | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10.55 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Helsingborg Marathon |  Helsingborg, Skåne län, SE | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km1.6 km |
| Date to be announced | Tampere Marathon | Tampere, Pirkanmaa, FI | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10.5 km |
| Date to be announced | Kempele Z-Maraton | Kempele, Nordösterbotten, FI | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Raateen Marathon | Suomussalmi, Kainuu, FI | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Covering 21.0975 kilometers, the half marathon blends endurance and speed across fast city boulevards and scenic road courses. Measured asphalt and city courses ranging from fast 5K and 10K races to international half marathons, marathons, and 100K road ultras. In this Half Marathons (21.1 km) in Finland directory, RunningCompass curates 15 events comprising 55 individual races, including 9 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 1.6 km to 112 km and elevation gains up to +2,243 m. Key host locations include Rovaniemi, Helsinki, Lahti, Turku. Notable events in this selection include Arctic Wildmarathon Finland, Helsinki City Running, Björn Borg Helsinki Half Marathon.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Half Marathons (21.1 km) in Finland?
This overview currently includes 15 verified events featuring 55 individual races. Of these, 9 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 6 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Half Marathons (21.1 km) in Finland?
Races in this selection span distances of 1.6 km to 112 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +2,243 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Half Marathons (21.1 km) in Finland?
Top host locations include Rovaniemi, Helsinki, Lahti, Turku, Espoo. Representative events in the catalog include Arctic Wildmarathon Finland, Helsinki City Running, Björn Borg Helsinki Half Marathon, Ultra X Finland. Covering 21.0975 kilometers, the half marathon blends endurance and speed across fast city boulevards and scenic road courses.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Half Marathons (21.1 km) in Finland?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 55 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.