Race Instructions and Timetable
💚 Read the instructions and rules carefully. They are designed to ensure your safety during the event 💚
⚠️ Failure to follow equipment and safety guidelines may result in disqualification or a time penalty.
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7.8.2026 |
Perjantai | Friday |
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17.00–22.00 |
Numeroiden jako | Bib Pickup |
Hotelli Pyhätunturi kokouskeskus | Hotel Pyhätunturi Conference Center |
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8.8.2026 |
Lauantai | Saturday |
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7.30–10.30 |
Numeroiden jako | Bib Pickup |
Hotelli Pyhätunturi kokouskeskus | Hotel Pyhätunturi Conference Center |
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9.00 alkaen lähtöryhmittäin | wave start |
Lähtö Start Of 43 km |
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10.00 alkaen lähtöryhmittäin | wave start |
Lähtö Start Of 21 km |
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11.00 alkaen lähtöryhmittäin | wave start |
Lähtö Start Of 10 km |
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11.35–11.45 |
21 km voittajan maaliintuloennuste | expected winner |
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12.20–12.30 |
43 km voittajan maaliintuloennuste | expected winner |
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15.30 |
Huttuloma huoltopiste sulkeutuu | aid station closes |
Huttuloma |
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17.00 |
Palkintojenjako kaikki matkat |
Maalialue | Finish Line |
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17.30 |
Maali sulkeutuu | The finish line will be closed |
The NUTS Pyhä Event Center is located on the grounds of Hotel Pyhätunturi. As parking in front of the hotel is very limited, we recommend that participants arriving by car park at the Polarrinne Parking area and use the free NUTS Shuttle Bus to reach the event center.
Event parking is available at Polarrinne Parking. Guests staying in the Pyhätunturi area are encouraged to walk or cycle to the event center due to the limited parking capacity.
A free shuttle bus operates between the Polarrinne Parking area and the NUTS Event Center on Friday evening and throughout Saturday.
Before starting, familiarise yourself with the event procedures and your own route. Careful preparation makes race day smoother and helps you focus on enjoying the run.
- ✅ Familiarise yourself with the event-area map
- ✅ Read the Trail Runner’s Etiquette
- ✅ Study your route and download the course card
- ✅ Check the aid stations on your route
- ✅ Collect your race bib from the event centre
- ✅ Obtain and pack all mandatory equipment
- ✅ Download the GPX track to your watch
Route maps and elevation contours can be found here ›
On the NUTS Pyhä routes, you will run on gravel paths, boardwalks, stairs, soft ski track bases, cart paths, technical trails on the slopes of fells, traditional Lappish footpaths, and finally a soft ski slope to the finish line.
🚩The route is marked frequently and carefully with mainly orange flag sticks placed in the ground (see photos) and blue-white arrow signs, so staying on the running route does not require orienteering skills.
Bib pick up & Event center
- The event village at the event center will be open on Friday and Saturday.
- Participant materials will be handed out at the event office in the Hotel Pyhätunturi Conference Center.
- There is a storage facility for your gear at the event office in the event center. Storage is at your own risk.
Event Center: Hotel Pyhätunturi yard area,
📍Kultakeronkatu 21, 98530 Pelkosenniemi
Parking & free Shuttle bus
🚗🅿️Parking is available at the Polarrinne Parking area, next to the Visitor Centre Naava.
🚌 A free shuttle bus will run between the parking area and the event center on Friday evening and Saturday.
NonStop shuttle bus –> August 7, 2026, 17:00–22:00 & August 8, 2026, 7:30–18:00
🚌You can conveniently reach the event by public bus from Rovaniemi. Timetables and prices can be found here.
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43 km |
21 km |
10 km |
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MOBILE PHONE |
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ELASTIC ADHESIVE BANDAGE |
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CUP |
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SPOON |
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WATER BOTTLE OR HYDRATION BLADDER |
Min 1 l |
Min 0,5 l |
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SPACE BLANKET |
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SIGNAL WHISTLE |
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EMERGENCY ENERGY |
Mandatory equipment must be carried from start to finish. Event staff may conduct random equipment checks during the race.
Optional gear that can bring comfort and usefulness even on a short hike:
⛺️ There are 3 aid stations on the route:
- Karhunjuomalampi (all distances)
- Huttuloma wilderness hut (43km and 21km), closes at 3:30 PM.
- Latvavaara (43km)
On the marathon course, you will pass the Huttuloma and Karhunjuomalampi aid stations both on the way out and back, having for a total of 5 aid opportunities.
On the half marathon course, you will pass the Karhunjuomalampi aid station both on the way out and back, having for a total of 3 aid opportunities. Aid stations are marked on the route map.
🛠️”PARTIALLY SELF-SUPPORTED – Competition
The competition is “partially self-supported.” Participants carry their own food and drinks needed between aid stations.
⚠️External support is only allowed at official aid stations (Karhunjuomalampi, Huttuloma, Latvavaara).
At the aid stations, runners can refill their drink supplies and eat the available snacks mentioned above. You can also load snacks into a cup and munch on them while gaining momentum for the next stage. You can receive additional food supplies from your own support team – but only at the official aid stations. Remember to check the Trail Running Etiquettebefore the event!
🍌 AID STATION REFRESHMENTS
At the aid stations, water and NOSHT sports drinks are available. Please note that there are no cups at the stations—use the jugs to fill your own cup, bottle, or hydration pack. Do not drink directly from the jugs! Water is for drinking only, not for pouring over yourself. In addition to drinks, the aid stations offer: chocolate, tasty chips, pickles from Herkkumaa, bananas, mandarins, and sea salt.
Note: Offerings may vary between aid stations.
♻️ Waste disposal: Trash bins are available at the aid stations. All waste generated during the event must be brought to the aid stations or the finish line bins.
Remember to brief your supporter before the event
If a guardian or supporter will be accompanying you, please make sure to brief them in advance on where they are allowed to assist you during the event and how they can access the aid station. Closer to the event, we will publish a dedicated information card for guardians and supporters, which will be easy to share with your own support person.
The organization’s only official channels for communicating with guardians and supporters are the event website and social media channels. Therefore, we kindly ask you to also act as an active communicator and ensure that your guardian or supporter receives the event instructions and the latest updates.
Cheering is allowed — and even encouraged!
In trail running, cheering is an important part of the event atmosphere. Encouragement heard along the course can give a runner exactly the extra boost needed on a long distance. A smile, applause, a shout of encouragement, or even a sign along the route can make a runner’s day much better.
Supporters are warmly welcome to follow the race and help create a positive atmosphere. Please remember to cheer safely: give runners enough space to pass, cheer from safe locations, and follow the organizers’ instructions.
Thank you for helping make the event memorable for everyone!
How do I get to an aid station?
Download the supporter and guardian instructions and find your way easily to the aid stations:
Runner assistance, support, and aid stations
The race is partially self-supported. Runners are expected to carry their own snacks and the fluids they need between aid stations.
External support is permitted only at the official race aid stations.
At the aid stations, runners can refill their water supplies and eat the snacks provided. You are welcome to take snacks in a cup and continue eating them while heading toward the next section of the course. Additional food or supplies may be received from personal supporters, but only at the event’s official aid stations.
Safety
Event hotline: 040 6605 281
If you encounter a runner on the course who needs assistance, in serious emergencies first call the general emergency number 112 and request help. After that, contact the event hotline at 040 6605 281.
Results & live tracking
You can follow the progress of the event and the runners’ performances once the event has started via the event website and NUTS social media channels.
Regulations
❤️🩹 EMERGENCY & PROBLEM SITUATIONS ON THE COURSE
If an accident, lack of energy, or any other issue prevents you from continuing, call the race emergency number: 040 6605 281.
In case of a serious accident, call the general emergency number 112 first to request help. After that, inform the organizers by calling 040 6605 281.
📱 MOBILE PHONE IS A MANDATORY ITEM
You must carry a mobile phone in case for any help (for you or for fellow runners). Race organiser can also call you to ask for help for other runners or to check your status. Even though everything is OK with you when emergency duty number calls – please answer!
⛔️ STOP & EVACUATION
If you need to withdraw from the race, notify the race duty team. In case of serious accidents, first call the emergency number 112 and request help. After that, contact the organizers at 040 6605 281.
The rules and instructions for the race are based on the Trail Tour Finland and Ultra Trail Tour Finland events, following the jointly developed Trail Runner’s Etiquette. All race distances (43 km, 21 km,
10 km) operate under the principle: PARTIALLY SELF-SUPPORTED – SEMI AUTONOMY (see details in the Trail Runner’s Etiquette). Important! Littering is strictly prohibited (this includes biodegradable wrappers) and may result in a time penalty or disqualification, depending on the severity of the violation.
🤕 MOST COMMON ISSUES
Typical running issues include chafing, blisters, injuries from falls, dehydration, and fatigue due to energy depletion. In cold conditions, the risk of hypothermia increases. Be prepared to take care of yourself along the route. Trail running also involves helping others in need—if a fellow runner seems to struggle, check on their condition and endurance.
Remember to hydrate thoroughly at the finish line with sports drinks, juice, or water! Nausea may occur in the sauna—move to a cooler area, lie down, and elevate your legs. Alcohol is not recommended for post-run hydration.
Safety
📱 Event emergency number: 040 6605 281
If you encounter a runner who needs help, call the general emergency number 112 first in a serious accident and request assistance. Then notify the event emergency team on 040 6605 281.
Results & live tracking
Once the event starts, you can follow the event and runners’ progress on the event website and NUTS social media channels.
🚿 Showers & 🔥 Sauna: After the run, washing facilities are available at Pyhä Tunturi Hotel on Saturday starting from 11:30. You can use the showers and sauna free of charge by showing your race bib at the reception. Sauna in use from 11:30 to 18:30, and showers available all day.
🍽️ After Race meal: At the finish line, after your run, you can replenish your energy with a meat or lentil/vegetable soup, with a vegan option available. As a salty snack, chips are also provided at the finish line. All snacks are lactose-free and gluten-free.
🏆 The award ceremony will take place on Saturday evening at 17:30
Changes
The organiser reserves the right to make changes. Please follow this page for additional information.