Marathon
Half Marathon
10K
✓ Open
Raateen Marathon
Suomussalmi - Finland
About This Race
Historic marathon on the legendary Winter War battlefield road.
The Course
Historic marathon on the Raate Road, known from legendary Winter War battles. Sand and gravel roads from the border zone to Suomussalmi municipal center, passing several battlefields and monuments.
Race Details
Terrain
Road
Elevation
Rolling
Participants
1,500 participants
Distances
Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K
What to Expect
Run on the historic Raate Road where decisive Winter War battles were fought. The route honors the veteran generation while passing several battlefields and monuments in the beautiful Kainuu wilderness.
Highlights
Historic Winter War route
Raate Road battlefields
Honors veteran generation
Unique historical significance
Beautiful Kainuu wilderness
Race Information
Start Time
10:00
Typical Weather
August: Late summer, 12-20°C. Possible rain. Northern Finland conditions.
Tags
Historic
Winter War
Memorial