Course & Elevation

The Tallinn Marathon showcases Estonia's charming capital with a scenic loop course starting and finishing in the historic Old Town. Runners traverse through the medieval city center, along the picturesque coastline of Tallinn Bay, and through leafy parks and residential neighborhoods. The course is predominantly flat with minor undulations, making it accessible to runners of varying abilities.

Surface: road Profile: Flat

Weather

Temperature 14°C

Humidity 75%

Rain Chance 40%

Early autumn in Tallinn brings mild temperatures and moderate humidity. Runners should expect cool conditions with a possibility of rain, typical Baltic Sea weather with occasional wind off the coast.

Tallinn

Race Lore

Born in the Running Boom

1993 Origin

The Tallinn Marathon was founded in 1993, during the golden age of mass-participation running. Now 33 years old, it has established itself as a beloved fixture in Tallinn, growing from its early editions into a race with genuine character and loyal following.

The Fast Lane

Course

Runners come to the Tallinn Marathon for one reason: personal bests. The flat, fast course through Tallinn has a reputation as a PB factory, with the roads seemingly designed to keep your pace honest and your splits consistent from start to finish.

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Registration

Registration Opens March

Registration Closes August

Entry Cost €55-€75

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Fun Facts

▸ Tallinn Marathon is one of the oldest marathons in Northern Europe, established in 1993 during Estonia's early independence period.
▸ The race celebrates the UNESCO World Heritage Old Town, one of the best-preserved medieval city centers in Northern Europe.
▸ Runners cross multiple historic bridges and pass through cobblestone streets that date back to the 13th century.
▸ The event has grown to attract international participants from across Europe, despite Estonia's relatively small population.

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