Paavo Nurmi

Dedicated to the legendary "Flying Finn" and nine-time Olympic gold medalist, the Paavo Nurmi Marathon is a prestigious summer racing tradition in Turku, Finland. The picturesque, AIMS-certified route offers a magnificent tour of Finland’s oldest city, taking runners along the vibrant banks of the Aura River, past historic ships, and out into the lush, oak-forested island of Ruissalo. With its pleasant mid-summer Baltic climate, impeccable Nordic organization, and welcoming atmosphere, this event draws thousands of participants eager to run in the footsteps of one of history's greatest long-distance runners.