Photo: marek7400 · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningNordic Walking
Gdynia Independence Run
Gdynia, Poland
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
10 km1.92 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+3
PLCity Runs & Local Calendar
Running Events in Gdynia
13 verified events (3 confirmed dates) and 34 races in Gdynia with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events133 confirmed dates
Competitions34Races & courses
Distances1.9 - 160 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+3,560 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: D Delang · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Gdynia Ultra Way - Winter Race
Gdynia, Poland
January 16, 2027Date confirmed
100 km74 km54 km27 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+3
Photo: Kris Sliver · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningNordic Walking
Birthday Run with Port of Gdynia
Gdynia, Poland
February 6, 2027 to February 8, 2027Date confirmed
10 km1.93 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+3
Photo: marek7400 · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Gdynia Ultra Way - Summer Race
Gdynia, Poland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
160 km100 km50 km22 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadForest+4
Photo: Kris Sliver · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Gdynia Half Marathon
Gdynia, Poland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km5 km
Kids & Youth RacesCity Run+2
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LUK-Connect Triathlon Szemud
Kamień, Poland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
51.5 km41.5 km25.75 km
Seaside & CoastCity Run
Photo: Kris Sliver · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Sopot Half Marathon
Sopot, Poland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km5 km
Seaside & CoastCity Run+1
Photo: King Februarius · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsDuathlon
Duathlon Rumia
Rumia, Poland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
28.7 km27.5 km
Kids & Youth RacesSeaside & Coast+3
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 11, 2026 | Gdynia Independence Run | Gdynia, Pomerania Voivodeship, PL | Road RunningNordic Walking | 10 km1.92 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 16, 2027 | Gdynia Ultra Way - Winter Race | Gdynia, Pomerania Voivodeship, PL | Trail Running | 100 km74 km54 km27 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 6, 2027 - Feb 8, 2027 | Birthday Run with Port of Gdynia | Gdynia, Pomerania Voivodeship, PL | Road RunningNordic Walking | 10 km1.93 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Gdynia Ultra Way - Summer Race | Gdynia, Pomerania Voivodeship, PL | Trail Running | 160 km100 km50 km22 km |
| Date to be announced | Gdynia Half Marathon | Gdynia, Pomerania Voivodeship, PL | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | LUK-Connect Triathlon Szemud | Kamień, Pomerania Voivodeship, PL | TriathlonAquabike | 51.5 km41.5 km25.75 km |
| Date to be announced | Sopot Half Marathon | Sopot, Pomerania Voivodeship, PL | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Duathlon Rumia | Rumia, Pomerania Voivodeship, PL | Duathlon | 28.7 km27.5 km |
| Date to be announced | Night Run of Midsummer with Decathlon | Gdynia, Pomerania Voivodeship, PL | Road RunningNordic Walking | 10 km |
| Date to be announced | Sopot Independence Run | Sopot, Pomerania Voivodeship, PL | Road Running | 5 km |
| Date to be announced | Night Run in Pairs with Fireflies | Reda, Pomerania Voivodeship, PL | Trail Running | 15 km |
| Date to be announced | Botanical Five Gdynia | Gdynia, Pomerania Voivodeship, PL | Road Running | 5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The host city of Gdynia (Races in the Pomeranian Voivodeship, Running Events in Gdynia, Poland) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 13 public events and 34 individual races, including 3 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Nordic Walking, and Trail Running. Key host locations include Kamień, Sopot, and Rumia. Notable events in the selection include Gdynia Independence Run, Gdynia Ultra Way - Winter Race, and Birthday Run with Port of Gdynia.
Race distances span from 1.9 km to 160 km, reaching up to +3,560 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Gdynia 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 Gdynia?
RunningCompass currently lists 13 verified events with 34 individual races in Gdynia. A total of 3 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Gdynia Independence Run, Gdynia Ultra Way - Winter Race, and Birthday Run with Port of Gdynia.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Gdynia?
Events in Gdynia focus on Road Running, Nordic Walking, and Trail Running. Course distances range from 1.9 km entry-level races up to 160 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Kamień, Sopot, and Rumia.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Gdynia?
The most selective courses in Gdynia climb up to +3,560 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 Gdynia?
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.