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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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Running Calendar Races in Kainuu: Races, Trails & Competitions
12 verified events (10 confirmed dates) and 43 races in Races in Kainuu with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events1210 confirmed dates
Competitions43Races & courses
Distances5 - 169.6 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+4,200 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Raateen Marathon
Suomussalmi, Finland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
Culture & HistoryKids & Youth Races+3
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Lapland Boreal Winter Trail
Ivalo, Finland
February 27, 2027 to March 6, 2027Date confirmed
100 km65 km
SnowCulture & History+3
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Arctic Wildmarathon Finland
Rovaniemi, Finland
April 4, 2027Date confirmed
42 km21 km10 km
SnowFestive+4
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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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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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Björn Borg Helsinki Half Marathon
Helsinki, Finland
June 12, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km5 km
City RunPublic Park+5
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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
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
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 | Raateen Marathon | Suomussalmi, Kainuu, FI | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
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 7, 2027 - May 8, 2027 | Helsinki City Running | Helsinki, FI | Road Running | 63.3 km42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| 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 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 |
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 |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Kainuu (Finland, Kainuu) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 43 individual races, including 10 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include Hossa, Suomussalmi, Ivalo, and Rovaniemi. Notable events in the selection include Kainuu Trail Hossa National Park, Raateen Marathon, and Lapland Boreal Winter Trail.
Race distances span from 5 km to 169.6 km, reaching up to +4,200 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Kainuu includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Races in Kainuu?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 43 individual races in Races in Kainuu. A total of 10 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Kainuu Trail Hossa National Park, Raateen Marathon, and Lapland Boreal Winter Trail.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Kainuu?
Events in Races in Kainuu focus on Trail Running, Road Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 5 km entry-level races up to 169.6 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Hossa, Suomussalmi, Ivalo, and Rovaniemi.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Kainuu?
The most selective courses in Races in Kainuu climb up to +4,200 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Races in Kainuu?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.