Experience the ultimate running adventure in Finland with the Paavo Nurmi Marathon. Named after the renowned Finnish distance runner Paavo Nurmi, this iconic event is set in Turku, a charming coastal city with a stunning archipelago and lush natural surroundings. Immerse yourself in Turku's rich history, explore Ruissalo Island's scenic beauty, and soak in the lively atmosphere along the Aura River. Whether you prefer a quick 5km, a challenging 10km, a half marathon, or a full marathon, there is a race for everyone. This unforgettable experience is set in the heart of Turku and picturesque Ruissalo Island. This event offers a number of races in 5km, 10km,a half marathon and a marathon.
Races
Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
5 km
Race Date:
16 August, 2025
The Paavo Nurmi Marathon is a tribute to the legendary Finnish distance runner Paavo Nurmi. The marathon takes place in Turku, offering a delightful environment to run in, mixing city and nature.
Race Date:
16 August, 2025
The Paavo Nurmi Half Marathon offers a unique running experience in Finland, taking place on road terrain and open to participants aged 17 and over.
Race Date:
15 August, 2025
The Paavo Nurmi 10km race is set in Turku, offering a certified route through the scenic beauty of Ruissalo Island and along the Aura River.
Race Date:
15 August, 2025
The Paavo Nurmi 5km race takes place in Turku, Finland, offering a scenic route through the historical city center and along the banks of the River Aura. This event is part of the Paavo Nurmi Marathon, named after the legendary Finnish runner, and provides a delightful environment mixing city and nature.
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FAQs
What is the Paavo Nurmi Marathon?
How long is the Paavo Nurmi Marathon?
Where does the Paavo Nurmi Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Paavo Nurmi Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Paavo Nurmi Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Paavo Nurmi Marathon?
The Paavo Nurmi Marathon is a tribute to the legendary Finnish distance runner Paavo Nurmi. The marathon takes place in Turku, offering a delightful environment to run in, mixing city and nature.
The Paavo Nurmi Marathon is 42km long.
The Paavo Nurmi Marathon takes place in Turku, Finland.
Runna classifies the Paavo Nurmi Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Paavo Nurmi Marathon?
The Paavo Nurmi Marathon is a tribute to the legendary Finnish distance runner Paavo Nurmi. The marathon takes place in Turku, offering a delightful environment to run in, mixing city and nature.
How long is the Paavo Nurmi Marathon?
The Paavo Nurmi Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Paavo Nurmi Marathon take place?
The Paavo Nurmi Marathon takes place in Turku, Finland.
What is the elevation gain of the Paavo Nurmi Marathon?
Runna classifies the Paavo Nurmi Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Paavo Nurmi Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Paavo Nurmi Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Paavo Nurmi Half Marathon?
How long is the Paavo Nurmi Half Marathon?
Where does the Paavo Nurmi Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Paavo Nurmi Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Paavo Nurmi Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Paavo Nurmi Half Marathon?
The Paavo Nurmi Half Marathon offers a unique running experience in Finland, taking place on road terrain and open to participants aged 17 and over.
The Paavo Nurmi Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Paavo Nurmi Half Marathon takes place in Turku, Finland.
Runna classifies the Paavo Nurmi Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Paavo Nurmi Half Marathon?
The Paavo Nurmi Half Marathon offers a unique running experience in Finland, taking place on road terrain and open to participants aged 17 and over.
How long is the Paavo Nurmi Half Marathon?
The Paavo Nurmi Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Paavo Nurmi Half Marathon take place?
The Paavo Nurmi Half Marathon takes place in Turku, Finland.
What is the elevation gain of the Paavo Nurmi Half Marathon?
Runna classifies the Paavo Nurmi Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Paavo Nurmi Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Paavo Nurmi Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Paavo Nurmi 10km?
How long is the Paavo Nurmi 10km?
Where does the Paavo Nurmi 10km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Paavo Nurmi 10km?
How can I prepare for the Paavo Nurmi 10km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Paavo Nurmi 10km?
The Paavo Nurmi 10km race is set in Turku, offering a certified route through the scenic beauty of Ruissalo Island and along the Aura River.
The Paavo Nurmi 10km is 10km long.
The Paavo Nurmi 10km takes place in Turku, Finland.
Runna classifies the Paavo Nurmi 10km elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Paavo Nurmi 10km?
The Paavo Nurmi 10km race is set in Turku, offering a certified route through the scenic beauty of Ruissalo Island and along the Aura River.
How long is the Paavo Nurmi 10km?
The Paavo Nurmi 10km is 10km long.
Where does the Paavo Nurmi 10km take place?
The Paavo Nurmi 10km takes place in Turku, Finland.
What is the elevation gain of the Paavo Nurmi 10km?
Runna classifies the Paavo Nurmi 10km elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Paavo Nurmi 10km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Paavo Nurmi 10km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Paavo Nurmi 5km?
How long is the Paavo Nurmi 5km?
Where does the Paavo Nurmi 5km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Paavo Nurmi 5km?
How can I prepare for the Paavo Nurmi 5km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Paavo Nurmi 5km?
The Paavo Nurmi 5km race takes place in Turku, Finland, offering a scenic route through the historical city center and along the banks of the River Aura. This event is part of the Paavo Nurmi Marathon, named after the legendary Finnish runner, and provides a delightful environment mixing city and nature.
The Paavo Nurmi 5km is 5km long.
The Paavo Nurmi 5km takes place in Turku, Finland.
Runna classifies the Paavo Nurmi 5km elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Paavo Nurmi 5km?
The Paavo Nurmi 5km race takes place in Turku, Finland, offering a scenic route through the historical city center and along the banks of the River Aura. This event is part of the Paavo Nurmi Marathon, named after the legendary Finnish runner, and provides a delightful environment mixing city and nature.
How long is the Paavo Nurmi 5km?
The Paavo Nurmi 5km is 5km long.
Where does the Paavo Nurmi 5km take place?
The Paavo Nurmi 5km takes place in Turku, Finland.
What is the elevation gain of the Paavo Nurmi 5km?
Runna classifies the Paavo Nurmi 5km elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Paavo Nurmi 5km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Paavo Nurmi 5km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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