Saimaa Trail Run 2026

Saimaa Trail Run is a Friday evening trail race held in late August on the Norppapolku trail in Puumala, near Lake Saimaa in eastern Finland. Participants begin near Puumala harbor and can select either the 10 km Elämyslenkki, a single loop, or the 18 km Tuplahaaste, which involves running the same trail twice. The shorter race is designed for both novice trail runners and more seasoned participants, while the longer option presents a distinct endurance challenge. The course features diverse forest trails, incorporating ascents and scenic overlooks of Saimaa. The structure is straightforward: one loop for a shorter run, two loops for a more demanding one. Entry covers a bib, a finisher photo, and access to sauna and showers post-race, offering a distinctly Finnish conclusion to the event. Dinner is available for separate booking, and a Mini Swimrun corporate relay takes place earlier on the same day.