Runners at the Raatte Marathon, with memorials in the background.
16 Aug
Kainuu
Maantie
1,6 km
10 km
Half Marathon
Marathon
Runners at the Raatte Marathon, with memorials in the background.
Runners running on the road, Raatte Marathon.
Runners at the Raatte Marathon on a gravel road.
Runners at the finish line of the Raatte Marathon.

Raatteen Maraton

Raatteen tie

Race description

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The Raatte Marathon will be run on Saturday, August 16, 2025, along the Raatte Road, known for the legendary battles of the Winter War, from the border zone to the center of Suomussalmi. The historical marathon route features several battle sites and memorials from the Winter War. The purpose of the event is to honor the veteran generation that fought for the independence of Finland in the battles along the Raatte Road and to preserve the history of the Raatte Road.

Highlights

  • The Raatte Marathon offers a wide range of distance options, including a marathon of 42.2 km, a half marathon of 21.1 km, and a 10 km race.
  • The running-cycling relay of 42.2 km is a new option for participants.
  • The event also features a Hippo Marathon for children and youth under 16 years old.

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