How 2026 Went
Race day was 13 September 2026.
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About this Race
The SEB Tallinn Marathon is a flat, fast course through the Estonian capital, tracing the perfectly preserved medieval old town and the Baltic coastline on largely level roads. The forgiving profile makes it a strong personal-best target. Held in September, it offers cool early-autumn conditions ideal for racing, with sea breezes the main variable. The fairy-tale old town and coast define the day. It suits the PB chaser who wants a fast, scenic Baltic capital race in a cool-weather window.
Course Insight
Tallinn is a flat September marathon through the Estonian capital on the Baltic, runnable and quick on level ground past the medieval old town. The flatness leaves pacing discipline to you on the open stretches. A coastal breeze is the main variable. The historic centre is a striking backdrop. Pace it evenly and the flat route delivers a clean day.
Difficulty Breakdown
A fast, runner-friendly course.
Course Details
- Course type
- Loop
- Elevation gain
- 112m
- Elevation loss
- 112m
- Highest point
- 42m
- Lowest point
- 5m
- Net elevation
- 0m
- Cutoff time
- 6h 0m
Race History
The SEB Tallinn Marathon traces its roots to the late 20th century, a flat, fast course through the Estonian capital past the perfectly preserved medieval old town and the Baltic coastline. Its forgiving profile and cool early-autumn timing made it a strong personal-best target. Over the years it grew into Estonia's premier marathon. Held each September, it draws a field to the fairy-tale old town.
Plan Your Trip
Everything you need to know to get there, get settled, and get to the start line.
- Nearest airport(s)
- Tallinn/Lennart Meri (TLL), Helsinki (HEL)
- Best area to stay
- The Old Town for atmospheric medieval stays near the route, the Rotermann Quarter for trendy options, and Kalamaja for hip, value stays.
- Getting to the start
- The start is near the centre; walk from central hotels, as the Old Town is compact.