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This page has useful information about the event and the participant guide for before the race.

Schedule

Times may change. The timetable will be confirmed in February 2027.

Friday 12 March 2027

  1. 16:00–20:00

    Race office open in Vaajakoski

    Bib pickup and late registration.

Saturday 13 March 2027

  1. 08:00–13:00

    Race office open in Vaajakoski

    Bib pickup for the 50 km and 35 km. Short distance skiers collect their bibs at Peurunka.

  2. 08:00–18:00 Bus times Peurunka–Vaajakoski

    Morning buses run to the starts. Afternoon buses return to Vaajakoski.

    1. 08:00 to the 50 km classic start
    2. 09:00 to the 35 km classic start and the 14 km start
    3. 09:30 to the 50 km free start
    4. 10:15 to the 35 km free start
    5. 12:45 to Vaajakoski
    6. 14:00 to Vaajakoski
    7. 15:15 to Vaajakoski
    8. 16:30 to Vaajakoski
    9. 18:00 to Vaajakoski
  3. 09:00–18:30

    Race info open at Peurunka

  4. 09:30–11:45 Starts
    1. 09:30 50 km classic
    2. 10:00 14 km classic and free
    3. 10:30 35 km classic
    4. 11:00 50 km free
    5. 11:45 35 km free
  5. 11:00–18:00

    Finish open at Peurunka

    The finish is open until 18:00. Soup lunch for skiers 11:00–18:00.

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Addresses

  • Race office and start, 50 km, 35 km

    Vaajakoski sports field

    Urheilutie 39, 40800 Jyväskylä

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  • Start, 14 km

    Vihtavuori

    Ruutitehtaantie 32, 41330 Laukaa

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  • Finish, all distances

    Peurunka spa hotel, Pölkin talo building

    Peurungantie 85, 41340 Laukaa

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Parking

There is parking at the Vaajakoski start only for skiers in the classic start of the longest distance. Everyone else should drive to Peurunka and take the bus to the start. Parking is free in both Vaajakoski and Peurunka.

Buses

In the morning, buses run from Peurunka to the starts. In the afternoon they run back to Vaajakoski. Departure times are at the top of this page. Buy bus tickets from this link.

Your bag

The entry fee includes bag transport from the start to the finish. Drop-off is next to the start in Vaajakoski and in Vihtavuori.

Waxing

The Optiwax waxing service is open the day before the race in Vaajakoski, next to the race office. Book in advance. The booking link will be published early in 2027.

At the finish

The finish is by Pölkin talo, right next to the Peurunka spa hotel. Your entry includes a soup lunch (soup, bread, spread and water), a shower and a sauna. You can buy a spa ticket at a reduced price at the spa desk.

A spa night is a well-earned reward after the race. Book a night at Peurunka and enjoy the warmth, the pools and the saunas. Finish the day with dinner.

Aid stations

There are five aid stations on the 50 km and four on the 35 km. They serve Squeezy sports drink, water, juice, pickles and raisins. Kotivuori Sport is the official sports drink partner. Nosht is a partner too. Before the start, skiers are given Jollos sweets for energy on race day.

A skier with a medal after finishing, holding skis and poles
Photo: Mari Niutanen

Common questions

Do I have to collect my bib myself?

No. Someone else can collect it for you.

What's at the aid stations?

Squeezy sports drink, water, juice, pickles and raisins.

Can I use the spa after the race?

Shower and sauna are included in the entry fee. You can buy a spa ticket at a reduced price at the Peurunka spa desk.

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Part of three series

  • Euroloppet

    European ski marathon series. The pass gives cheaper entries.

  • Euroloppet Suomi Tour

    Vuokatti Hiihto, Jyväskylä Ski Marathon and Ylläs-Levi Hiihto in one spring.

  • Kalevan Kierros

    A combined challenge across six endurance sports, running since 1976.

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