NUTS HEL

  

What

NUTS HEL
Urban trail running event in Helsinki’s Central Park. Three different distances: 6 km, 14 km, and 25 km. Suitable for both beginners and experienced runners. Friday early evening, NUTS Kids & Juniors for the little trail runners in the family!

Where

Eläintarha Sports Field, Helsinki
Start and finish at the Eläintarha Sports Field. The routes run through the beautiful scenery of Helsinki’s Central Park, reaching the Haltialanmetsä Nature Reserve.

When

October 11, 2025
Registration opens on February 18! Secure your spot and get ready for an autumn running adventure in the heart of urban nature.

NUTS Kids & Juniors on Friday, 10 October, early evening.

Welcome to the NUTS HEL event, a new urban trail running gem in the heart of Helsinki! This event, formerly known as Helsinki City Trail, has for years provided runners with the opportunity to experience the unique trails and stunning forest landscapes of Helsinki’s Central Park – and now it is part of the NUTS family!

NUTS HEL brings the celebration of trail running to the city, where both seasoned veteran runners and first-timers can equally enjoy our routes that wind through the most charming trails and rocky paths of Central Park. You can choose a distance of 6, 14, or 25 kilometers, each designed to offer a suitable challenge for every runner.

The event combines the ease of urban trail running – the start and finish lines are located at the traditional Eläintarhan kenttä, which is conveniently accessible by tram. The organization and the joyful atmosphere of the event are now brought to you by NUTS, the veteran of trail running events, who bring their familiar energy and expertise to NUTS HEL. Get ready to experience trail running in the middle of Helsinki, NUTS-style!

Distances & Routes

25km

Helsinki’s trail running classic! This 25 km route runs through Central Park to Paloheinä and Haltiala, offering varied terrain and stunning urban nature views.
Read More › 25km

14km

A perfect mix of city and trails! This 14 km route runs through Helsinki’s Central Park to Pirkkola, featuring flowing forest paths and great urban trail running.
Read More › 14km

6km

The perfect introduction to trail running! This 6 km route in Helsinki’s Central Park offers smooth, fun trails for beginners, juniors, and anyone looking for an easy nature run.
Read More › 6km

NUTS Kids & Juniors

NUTS HEL brings the joy of outdoor adventure to the little ones with a fun-filled run on Friday, held alongside the race bib pickup! Young runners of all ages and skill levels are welcome to take part in this playful and exciting event. At NUTS HEL, kids will complete a 3 km loop in Helsinki’s…
Read More › NUTS Kids & Juniors

Zoomer Run Rebate – For Young Runners!

Hey young runner! 🌟 If you were born in 1998 or later, you have the chance to get a 30% discount on your registration fee for the NUTS HEL event.

Who? Everyone born in 1998 or later.

Why? We want to see more young trail runners at our events and make the joy of trail running accessible to everyone.

Age Limits: 25 km: at least 16 years old, 14 km: at least 12 years old, 6 km: no age limit

Don’t miss this opportunity! Grab your friends and come enjoy the urban nature of Central Park. 🌲🏃‍♂️💨

Register now and take advantage of the Zoomer Run Rebate!


Instructions for Participants

Preliminary schedule – updates and details will be added throughout the summer! ☀️

10.10.2025

Perjantai | Friday

15.00–20.00

Numeroiden jako | Bib Pickup

Eläintarhan kenttä | Eläintarha Sports Field

Perjantain ohjelma täydentyy

11.10.2025

Lauantai | Saturday

8.00–

Numeroiden jako | Bib Pickup

Eläintarhan kenttä | Eläintarha Sports Field

10.00 alkaen lähtöryhmittäin |  wave start

Lähtö Start Of

25 km

Eläintarhan kenttä | Eläintarha Sports Field

10.30 alkaen lähtöryhmittäin |  wave start

Lähtö Start Of

14 km

Eläintarhan kenttä | Eläintarha Sports Field

11.00 alkaen lähtöryhmittäin |  wave start

Lähtö Start Of

6 km

Eläintarhan kenttä | Eläintarha Sports Field

13.00

Palkintojenjako kaikki matkat
Prize ceremony all distances

Eläintarhan kenttä | Eläintarha Sports Field

16.00

Maali sulkeutuu | The finish line will be closed

Eläintarhan kenttä | Eläintarha Sports Field

Event Center, Start, Finish

Eläintarha Sports Field
Vauhtitie 6, 00250 Helsinki Google Maps ›

Race Bib Pickup

We will distribute participant materials at the event tent. You will receive your race bib with a timing chip and safety pins. Be sure to allow enough time to collect your bib before your race starts.

Bag Storage

There is bag storage near the bib pickup area, where you can store your belongings during the race. Please note that bag storage is always at your own risk.

Public Transport

The event center is well connected by public transport. Check the best route for you at: reittiopas.hsl.fi

Parking

There is street parking and a parking area on Vauhtitie in front of the sports field, subject to zone 2 fees on weekdays.

Additional parking can be found a few hundred meters away:
EuroPark, P-Helsingin jäähalli
Nordenskiöldinkatu 13, 00250 Helsinki Google Maps ›

Aid Stations

You can find the locations and number of aid stations in the Routes section ›

At the aid stations, water and SQUEEZY Orange sports drink are available. Please note that no cups are provided at the aid stations – only jugs to fill your own cup, bottle, or hydration bladder. Drinking directly from the jugs is not allowed! Water is only for drinking, not for pouring over yourself.

There will also be both salty and sweet snacks at the aid stations, such as bananas, chocolate, and Herkkumaa pickles. At the Pirkkola aid station (14/24 km), there will be clementines, and at the Paloheinä aid station (24 km), cola and Jaffa will be available.

Trash bins are available at the aid stations. All trash generated during the event must be taken to the aid stations or to the finish line bins. This includes fruit peels, which should also be disposed of in the bins.

At the Finish Line

After the race, you can replenish your energy with a delicious warm soup from Feelia, with a vegan option available. As a salty snack, Oikia chips will be offered at the finish line.

Personal Support

The race is “partially self-supported.” Participants carry their own food and drinks needed between aid stations. External support is only allowed at the official aid stations. At the aid stations, runners can refill their water supplies and enjoy the snacks provided. You’re welcome to load snacks into a cup and eat them on the go as you prepare for the next leg. If you have personal support, you can receive extra food from them – but only at the official aid stations.

  • mandatory  
  • advisable

We provide for the 6 km, 14 km, and 24 km distances:

  • Race bib and safety pins – Attach your bib visibly on your chest or at your waist with a race belt.

Bring with you

6 km, 14 km, 24 km:

  • A functioning mobile phone with a fully charged battery – Protect it from water and save the event emergency number +358 40 6605 281. The phone must be with you to call for help for yourself or other participants. The organizers may also need to contact you. If we call, answer the phone even if you are fine.
  • Cup and spoon – We avoid littering and wasting natural resources with disposable tableware.
  • Elastic adhesive bandage packed in a waterproof bag (min. 100 cm x 6 cm).
  • Water bottle or hydration bladder of at least 0.5 liters.
  • Emergency blanket to keep warm in case of an emergency.
  • Signal whistle.
  • Emergency energy of at least 250 kcal.

Please note that we do not provide disposable cups at the aid stations!

Mandatory equipment must be carried from the start to the finish. The event organizers may conduct spot checks on the mandatory equipment during the event.

Rules

If an injury occurs along the route that prevents you from continuing, call the event emergency number +358 40 6605 281.

If you need to withdraw from the race, inform the event emergency service. In the case of a serious accident, call the general emergency number 112 first and seek help. After that, inform the organizers by calling the event emergency number.

The rules and guidelines for the race are based on the Trail Runner’s Etiquette, compiled jointly by the Trail Tour Finland and Ultra Trail Tour Finland events. The rule for all distances is: SEMI-AUTONOMY (see Trail Runner’s Etiquette for more details).

NOTE! Littering is strictly prohibited (this includes biodegradable peels), and penalties will range from time penalties to disqualification depending on the severity of the offense.