Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Finnish Lakeland at the 9th Kuopio Swimrun, scheduled for July 11, 2026. This year's edition features three distinct races: My Swimrun World Championship Ultra (53 km), Kuopio Swimrun Short (15 km), and Middle (25 km). Each course offers a unique blend of challenging terrain and stunning natural scenery. The ultra distance takes participants on an epic journey through the heart of the Finnish wilderness, with 95% of the run sections navigating rugged trails. As you traverse these paths, prepare to conquer five different islands in Lake Kallavesi's archipelago, where magnificent views from hilltops await at every turn. The water temperature hovers around a refreshing 20°C as swimmers navigate between swims ranging from just 20 meters up to an exhilarating 1700 meters. The longest swim stretches for 620 meters on the Short course and 770 meters on the Middle route, testing your endurance in both water and on land. With well-marked courses guiding every step of the way, this event promises a seamless experience from start to finish. Whether you're tackling the ultra distance or one of the shorter options, Kuopio Swimrun offers an unforgettable adventure through some of Finland's most captivating landscapes. Kuopio welcomes runners and swimmers alike with its iconic slogan "Kill the Hills - Like the Lakes," encapsulating both the challenge and beauty of this unique event. Join us in July for a race that combines the thrill of trail running with the serene allure of swimming amidst nature’s grandeur.
Races Offered
Ultimate Solo
Jul 11, 2026
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53K
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06:00
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€195.00
Ultimate Team
Jul 11, 2026
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53K
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06:00
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€380.00
Middle Solo
Jul 11, 2026
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25K
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10:00
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€120.00
Middle Team
Jul 11, 2026
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25K
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10:00
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€220.00
Short Race
Jul 11, 2026
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15K
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10:00
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€90.00
Short Open
Jul 11, 2026
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15K
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10:05
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€75.00
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for July in Kuopio.
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15.3° / 21.7°
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14.3° / 20.7°
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Avg sunshine hours
12h 40m
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Avg rainfall
3.9 mm
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Avg snowfall
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Avg wind speed
10.5 km/h (Light breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Moderate
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Moderate (4.0)
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Humidity
74.6%
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Sunrise
03:45
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Sunset
22:43
About Kuopio
Learn more about the host city, Kuopio.
Kuopio is the capital and largest city of North Savonia. The city is surrounded by lakes from three sides, which supplies loads of beaches and the feeling of water being always close. Some of the wooden houses arranged as a grid have been preserved in the centre which makes it a nice place to visit. The former municipalities of Juankoski, Karttula, Maaninka, Nilsiä, Riistavesi and Vehmersalmi have been incorporated into Kuopio and are described in this article; the municipality now covers a fifth of the area of North Savonia.
