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Lapland Boreal Winter Trail
Ivalo, Finland
February 27, 2027 to March 6, 2027Date confirmed
100 km65 km
SnowCulture & History+3
FITrail Running · Finland · 9 Events · 32 Races
Trail Running in Finland
9 verified events with 32 individual races (5 confirmed dates) in Finland complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events95 confirmed dates
Competitions32Races & courses
Distances10 - 327.3 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+4,870 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Arctic Wildmarathon Finland
Rovaniemi, Finland
April 4, 2027Date confirmed
42 km21 km10 km
SnowFestive+4
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NUTS Karhunkierros Trail
Kuusamo, Finland
May 28, 2027 to May 29, 2027Date confirmed
169.6 km85.2 km57 km34.8 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+3
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Ultra X Finland
Lahti, Finland
June 26, 2027 to June 27, 2027Date confirmed
112 km59 km51 km25 km
Lakes & PondsNature & Off-Road+4
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Vaarojen Maraton
Koli, Finland
October 1, 2027 to October 2, 2027Date confirmed
130 km65 km43 km21 km
City RunMountain+3
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Kainuu Trail Hossa National Park
Hossa, Finland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
77.9 km54.9 km38.4 km21 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadForest+4
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NUTS Ylläs Pallas Trail
Hetta, Finland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
327.3 km164.3 km98.5 km66 km+1
High AltitudeMountain+2
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NUTS Pyhä
Pelkosenniemi, Finland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.9 km22.3 km11 km
ForestNature & Off-Road+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 27, 2027 - Mar 6, 2027 | Lapland Boreal Winter Trail | Ivalo, Lappland, FI | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 100 km65 km |
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 28, 2027 - May 29, 2027 | NUTS Karhunkierros Trail | Kuusamo, FI | Trail Running | 169.6 km85.2 km57 km34.8 km |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 26, 2027 - Jun 27, 2027 | Ultra X Finland | Lahti, Päijät-Häme, FI | Trail Running | 112 km59 km51 km25 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2027 - Oct 2, 2027 | Vaarojen Maraton | Koli, Nordkarelien, FI | Trail Running | 130 km65 km43 km21 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Kainuu Trail Hossa National Park | Hossa, Kainuu, FI | Trail Running | 77.9 km54.9 km38.4 km21 km |
| Date to be announced | NUTS Ylläs Pallas Trail | Hetta, Lappland, FI | Trail Running | 327.3 km164.3 km98.5 km66 km |
| Date to be announced | NUTS Pyhä | Pelkosenniemi, Lappland, FI | Trail Running | 42.9 km22.3 km11 km |
| Date to be announced | Nuuksio Classic | Kirkkonummi, FI | Trail Running | 62.5 km42.4 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Off-road running on singletrack, forest paths, and alpine ridges, spanning short discovery trails to high-mountain ultra-trails. Trail running is defined by elevation gain, technical terrain, and natural landscapes across forest singletrack, coastal cliffs, and mountain passes. In this Trail Running in Finland directory, RunningCompass curates 9 events comprising 32 individual races, including 5 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 10 km to 327.3 km and elevation gains up to +4,870 m. Key host locations include Ivalo, Rovaniemi, Kuusamo, Lahti. Notable events in this selection include Lapland Boreal Winter Trail, Arctic Wildmarathon Finland, NUTS Karhunkierros Trail.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Trail Running in Finland?
This overview currently includes 9 verified events featuring 32 individual races. Of these, 5 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 4 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Trail Running in Finland?
Races in this selection span distances of 10 km to 327.3 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +4,870 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Trail Running, Walking & Hiking.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Trail Running in Finland?
Top host locations include Ivalo, Rovaniemi, Kuusamo, Lahti, Koli. Representative events in the catalog include Lapland Boreal Winter Trail, Arctic Wildmarathon Finland, NUTS Karhunkierros Trail, Ultra X Finland. Off-road running on singletrack, forest paths, and alpine ridges, spanning short discovery trails to high-mountain ultra-trails.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Trail Running in Finland?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 32 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.