Course & Elevation

The Helsinki Half Marathon features a scenic loop course through the Finnish capital, starting and finishing in the Senate Square in the heart of Helsinki. Runners experience stunning views of the Baltic Sea, iconic landmarks including the white Uspenski Cathedral, and beautiful waterfront promenades. The predominantly flat course makes it ideal for personal bests and first-time half-marathon runners.

Surface: road Profile: Flat

🌤️ Weather

Temperature 12°C

Humidity 65%

Rain Chance 45%

Late spring in Helsinki brings mild temperatures with occasional rain. Runners should expect cool conditions typical of Nordic early summer, with long daylight hours and invigorating sea breezes along the route.

🏆 Course Record

01:05:47

Mikko Rantanen (2023)

Registration

Registration Opens January

Registration Closes April

Entry Cost €45-€65

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🎯 Fun Facts

▸ Helsinki Half Marathon is part of the larger Helsinki Marathon weekend, attracting over 10,000 runners across multiple distances.
▸ The course passes the iconic white Uspenski Cathedral, the largest Orthodox church in Western Europe, offering one of the race's most photogenic moments.
▸ Finland has produced world-class distance runners for over a century, and Helsinki's running culture is deeply rooted in the nation's sporting heritage.
▸ The May timing coincides with Helsinki's transition into midnight sun season, providing runners with nearly 18 hours of daylight during race weekend.

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