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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
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Marathons (42.2 km) in Helsinki
12 verified events with 41 individual races (5 confirmed dates) in Helsinki complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events125 confirmed dates
Competitions41Races & courses
Distances5 - 63.3 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+240 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Björn Borg Helsinki Half Marathon
Helsinki, Finland
June 12, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+5
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Björn Borg Helsinki Marathon
Helsinki, Finland
August 28, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunPublic Park+6
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Espoo Rantamaraton
Espoo, Finland
September 17, 2027 to September 18, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+1
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Paavo Nurmi Marathon
Turku, Finland
August 20, 2027 to August 21, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
IslandSeaside & Coast+2
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
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Tampere Marathon
Tampere, Finland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10.5 km
Lakes & PondsCity Run+3
Photo: Smtunli · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Kempele Z-Maraton
Kempele, Finland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
Nature & Off-RoadSeaside & Coast+2
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
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 |
August 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 2027 | Björn Borg Helsinki Marathon | Helsinki, FI | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Aug 20, 2027 - Aug 21, 2027 | Paavo Nurmi Marathon | Turku, Varsinais-Suomi, FI | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 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 | 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 |
| Date to be announced | Finlandia Marathon | Jyväskylä, Mittelfinnland, FI | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Ruskamaraton | Levi, Lappland, FI | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km6.5 km |
| Date to be announced | Kaisaniemen Juoksu | Helsinki, FI | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The classic 42.195 km marathon is the flagship road running challenge, rewarding structured preparation and disciplined pacing. Measured asphalt and city courses ranging from fast 5K and 10K races to international half marathons, marathons, and 100K road ultras. In this Marathons (42.2 km) in Helsinki directory, RunningCompass curates 12 events comprising 41 individual races, including 5 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 5 km to 63.3 km and elevation gains up to +240 m. Key host locations include Helsinki, Espoo, Turku, Kuopio. Notable events in this selection include Helsinki City Running, Björn Borg Helsinki Half Marathon, Björn Borg Helsinki Marathon.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Marathons (42.2 km) in Helsinki?
This overview currently includes 12 verified events featuring 41 individual races. Of these, 5 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 7 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Marathons (42.2 km) in Helsinki?
Races in this selection span distances of 5 km to 63.3 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +240 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Road Running.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Marathons (42.2 km) in Helsinki?
Top host locations include Helsinki, Espoo, Turku, Kuopio, Tampere. Representative events in the catalog include Helsinki City Running, Björn Borg Helsinki Half Marathon, Björn Borg Helsinki Marathon, Espoo Rantamaraton. The classic 42.195 km marathon is the flagship road running challenge, rewarding structured preparation and disciplined pacing.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Marathons (42.2 km) in Helsinki?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 41 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.