Finland · Lapland
Distance
43 km
Date
Entry fee
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€ / km
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NUTS Pyhä 43km: Lapland's Fell Race Under the Midnight Sun, Measured
NUTS Pyhä 43.4 km (Tunturimaraton) is a fell trail race held on August 8, 2026, in Pyhä-Luosto National Park, Lapland, Finland, starting and finishing at Hotel Pyhätunturi. The course covers 43.4km with 1,163m of gain (26.8 m/km) across open fell ridges, birch forest, boardwalks, and technical Lappish footpaths through one of Finland's most scenic national parks. 18 hours of daylight at race time means no headlamp required.
The average uphill gradient of 7.4% is in the gentler third of the DTR database — a runnable fell race rather than a technical alpine grind. The biggest single descent drops 211m over 1.3km at −16.3% average in the final kilometres. Entry costs €1.70/km (€73.90 standard); 30% Zoomer rebate for runners born 2000 or later.
Rovaniemi Airport (RVN) 100 minutes by car. UTMB Index 50K category. Organised by NUTS Trail Running. 852 total participants 2025 (all distances, new record). Suits trail runners seeking a high-latitude destination race with fell character, midnight-sun conditions, and a national park finish.
Elevation and Terrain
Total Meters
1,163m
D+/KM
26.8m/km
For context, the Tor des Géants 330 loop has 73 D+/km.
Avg Uphill Gradient
7.4%
Avg Downhill Gradient
-8.3%
Uphill gradient distribution
| 2–5% | 6.8 km | |
|---|---|---|
| 5–10% | 6.0 km | |
| 10–15% | 2.3 km | |
| 15–20% | 0.5 km | |
| 20%+ | 0.6 km |
Route Profile
AnalysedTerrain breakdown
| 37.5% | Uphill |
|---|---|
| 28.8% | Flat |
| 33.7% | Downhill |
Terrain
NUTS Pyhä – 43.4 km 43km Top Climbs
Top Climbs
| 1 | 6.8 km · 257 m gain starts km 3 · avg 3.8% · max 23.4% |
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| 2 | 3.3 km · 194 m gain starts km 32 · avg 5.8% · max 16.4% |
| 3 | 2.4 km · 185 m gain starts km 40 · avg 7.7% · max 31.5% |
Top descents
| 1 | 1.3 km · 211 m drop starts km 42 · avg -16.3% · max -35.1% |
|---|---|
| 2 | 2.2 km · 163 m drop starts km 10 · avg -7.4% · max -16.2% |
| 3 | 4.7 km · 156 m drop starts km 36 · avg -3.0% · max -20.9% |
NUTS Pyhä 43km: Fell Terrain, Lapland Views, and Why the Distance Matters
How hard is the NUTS Pyhä 43km?
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Moderately challenging — a genuine runnable fell race rather than a technical alpine grind. The course covers 43.4km with 1,163m of gain (26.8m/km) across Lapland fell ridges in Pyhä-Luosto National Park. The biggest single climb gains 257m over 6.8km at a gentle 3.8% average gradient — a long fell ascent rather than a wall. The final kilometres feature the sharpest descent: 211m in 1.3km. The challenge comes from fell surface variety, the August conditions, and the distance — not extreme gradient.
Fell Ridges and Boardwalks: What is the Terrain Like on NUTS Pyhä 43km
What is the terrain like on NUTS Pyhä?▼
A varied mix characteristic of Finnish Lapland: gravel paths, wooden boardwalks, stairs, soft ski track bases, cart paths, and traditional Lappish fell footpaths. The course crosses the Pyhä-Luosto fell plateau with open views of Lapland forest rolling to every horizon, before descending on soft ski slope terrain to the Hotel Pyhätunturi finish. ~18 hours of August daylight means the entire race runs in light.
A Youth Discount Built In: The NUTS Pyhä 43km Entry Fee
How much does NUTS Pyhä 43km cost?
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€73.90 standard — €1.70 per kilometre. A 30% Zoomer rebate applies for runners born in 2000 or later, bringing the effective price to approximately €51.73. Year-transfers from previous registrations are available at €21. Registration is open until July 28, 2026.
Is NUTS Pyhä 43.3km a UTMB or ITRA qualifier?
Is NUTS Pyhä 43.3km a UTMB or ITRA qualifier?▼
Yes — the 43km is listed on the UTMB Index as a 50K category race (confirmed for the 2024 edition). ITRA is also listed; exact ITRA point value should be confirmed before Stage 5.
Rovaniemi Airport and Hire Car: Getting to NUTS Pyhä at Pyhätunturi
How do I get to NUTS Pyhä at Pyhätunturi?
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Rovaniemi Airport (RVN) is approximately 100 minutes by car from Hotel Pyhätunturi. Public transport is possible (train/bus to Kemijärvi, then transfer) but a hire car is strongly recommended. Accommodation is available at Hotel Pyhätunturi resort and nearby cabins — book early as August is peak summer season in Lapland.
NUTS Pyhä – 43.4 km 43km GPX
Getting to NUTS Pyhä – 43.4 km
Nearest airport
Rovaniemi (RVN)
Notes
Start: ~1.5–2 hrs drive / Public transport: Possible (bus/train to Kemijärvi + transfer) but car strongly recommended / Accommodation: Good (resort + cabins) book early in summer season
FAR
It’ll possibly take 3+ hours from the closest large airport to arrive. Plan your adventure accordingly, take an extra day for those after-race beers or Curranz.
