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Sunday, 23 May 2027
9:00 am start
Distance
42.195 km / 26.2 mi
Historic urban road
Elevation
Rolling · 100 m gain
100 m climbing
Race profile
The Uppsala Marathon attracts about 2,500 finishers each September through Sweden's historic university city north of Stockholm. The course passes the Uppsala Cathedral (Scandinavia's largest), the Gustavianum museum, and the Fyris River. September crisp Swedish autumn and flat Uppsala terrain make it a popular regional marathon.
Uppsala Marathon is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.
Approximately 2,500 finishers
Course & terrain
The Uppsala Marathon is a flat university-city loop starting and finishing at Studenternas IP stadium, passing Uppsala Cathedral, the university quarter, and the Fyris River parklands. The Fyris and campus sections are the easiest because they stay smooth and level, while the long suburban connectors and any wind across the open plain are tougher. Crowds gather at Studenternas IP, around the cathedral, and along the Fyris River paths.
The Uppsala Marathon course is rolling over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). Runners cover 100 metres of climbing and 95 metres of descent, with a net climb of 5 metres from start to finish.
Rolling · 100 m gain — approx. 20 m above sea level
↑ 100 m · ↓ 95 m · net +5 m
Registration
The Uppsala Marathon uses open registration at uppsalamarathon.se with no ballot or qualifying standard. Sign-up for the May race in the university city typically opens early in the year. The modest field draws Swedish club runners and places usually remain available until closer to race day.
Getting there
Stockholm (ARN)
Stockholm-Arlanda Airport
28 km / 18 mi
Race footage
Common questions
Official resources
Last updated 11 October 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.
Close to this race
Other races closest to Uppsala.
The Stockholm Marathon is one of the world's largest marathons, drawing approximately 12k finishers on an urban road in Stockholm, Sweden. The course starts and finishes at the Olympic Stadium. The route crosses several islands via bridges, passing the Royal Palace, City Hall, and Djurgården. Very flat with short climbs on bridge approaches.
Next race: Saturday, 29 May 2027
Planning guides
Practical guides to help you plan, train for, and run this race.
What flat, rolling, and hilly really mean — and how to read elevation gain, net change, and altitude on a marathon course.
How temperature, humidity, wind, and rain affect marathon performance — and how to use typical race-day weather when choosing a start line.
Match a race to your goals — personal bests, sightseeing, atmosphere, or a major milestone — using course data and realistic expectations.
