Road Running

Kuopio marathon

Road Running covering 5 km to 42.2 km in Kuopio (North Savo, Finland)

LocationKuopio, Nordsavo, FinlandShow on map(62.8924° N, 27.6770° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +190 m

Kuopio marathon is an endurance sporting event in Kuopio, Nordsavo, FI focused on Road Running. Key features include Forest, Lakes & Ponds, Kids & Youth Races, Relay.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Marathon (Relay) (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+), Quart-Marathon (10.55 km, +47 m D+), and Road Running 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (kuopiomaraton.com).

Official website
Kuopio marathon in Kuopio (Work: "Winter landscape on Lofoten, Norway", Photo: Christoph Strässler, License: CC BY-SA 2.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Winter landscape on Lofoten, Norway" · Photo: Christoph Strässler · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 2.0
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Event characteristics

ForestLakes & PondsKids & Youth RacesRelayCity Run

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
MarathonRoad Running42.2 km+190 m179 m - 259 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Marathon (Relay)Road Running42.2 km+190 m182 m - 262 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Half MarathonRoad Running21.1 km+95 m185 m - 225 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Quart-MarathonRoad Running10.55 km+47 m188 m - 208 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Road Running 5 kmRoad Running5 km+22 m191 m - 200 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
+190 m D+
Elevation loss
-190 m D-
Altitude range
179 m - 259 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
0.9 % / 1.6 %
Course format
Loop course
42.2 km+190 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS62.8924° N, 27.6770° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 179 m to 259 m above sea level (+190 m D+, -190 m D-)

Peak: 259 m·at 16.6 km·Ø 0.9 %
179 m206 m232 m259 m0 km8.4 km16.9 km25.3 km33.8 km42.2 km259 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Kuopio marathon take place?

Kuopio marathon takes place in Kuopio, Nordsavo, FI (start area at coordinates 62.8924° N, 27.677° E). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Kuopio marathon?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Marathon (Relay) (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+), Quart-Marathon (10.55 km, +47 m D+), and Road Running 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Kuopio marathon?

The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +190 m of elevation gain and -190 m of elevation loss, ranging between 179 m and 259 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Kuopio marathon?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (kuopiomaraton.com).