Helsinki City Marathon
- Date Sat 16th May 2020
- Location Helsinki, Finland
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating running experience at the Helsinki City Marathon on Saturday, May 16, 2020! Celebrating its 40th anniversary, this iconic marathon invites athletes from around the globe to participate in Finland's largest and most international running event. The marathon features a smooth, two-lap course that beautifully showcases Helsinki's stunning coastal scenery, with nearly half of the route hugging the picturesque shoreline of the Baltic Sea. Runners will also enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of the city as they pass through lush inner-city parks.
In addition to the full marathon, the event offers a variety of race distances to accommodate all types of runners, including the Half Marathon City Run, a team marathon event known as the Helsinki City Double, a 5K, and even a mini marathon for kids. Whether you are a seasoned marathoner or a first-time participant, the Helsinki City Marathon promises an unforgettable day filled with camaraderie, scenic views, and the thrill of crossing the finish line. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this incredible celebration of fitness and community!
In addition to the full marathon, the event offers a variety of race distances to accommodate all types of runners, including the Half Marathon City Run, a team marathon event known as the Helsinki City Double, a 5K, and even a mini marathon for kids. Whether you are a seasoned marathoner or a first-time participant, the Helsinki City Marathon promises an unforgettable day filled with camaraderie, scenic views, and the thrill of crossing the finish line. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this incredible celebration of fitness and community!
Organiser's Description
2020 marks the anniversary of the Helsinki City Marathon, when for the 40th time athletes will be running for the King of the Run! Finland's largest and most international marathon - is it your turn?
This smooth, two lap route is strongly influenced by the sea and the parks of Helsinki. Almost half of the course follows the coast line of the Baltic Sea, with its beautiful views; it also takes in the bustling heart of the city, where the inner city parks will guarantee you an unforgettable marathon experience.
Also Half Marathon City Run, a team marathon event, the Helsinki City Double - both the Half Marathon and the Marathon - a 5k, and a mini marathon for the kids.
This smooth, two lap route is strongly influenced by the sea and the parks of Helsinki. Almost half of the course follows the coast line of the Baltic Sea, with its beautiful views; it also takes in the bustling heart of the city, where the inner city parks will guarantee you an unforgettable marathon experience.
Also Half Marathon City Run, a team marathon event, the Helsinki City Double - both the Half Marathon and the Marathon - a 5k, and a mini marathon for the kids.
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