2003 start
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Helsinki Marathon
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When:
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16 Aug 2008 (annual)
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Where:
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Helsinki
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3pm
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The Helsinki marathon is Finland's biggest running event and the second-largest in Scandinavia, with more than 6000 runners every year.
The marathon starts by the statue of the legendary Paavo Nurmi and finishes at the Olympic Stadium. Participants can rest assured they will be well treated as there are 19 refreshment stations along the route, and music too. All runners who finish in less than six hours are awarded a medal, T-shirt and later a race result magazine with diploma.
Showers, sauna and swimming are available at the Swimming Stadium, next to the Olympic Stadium, at the finish.
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