48th Haanja Marathon – a skiing festival in South-East Estonia

On 7–8 March 2026, the Haanja Recreation and Ski Centre will host the 48th Haanja Marathon – one of Estonia's most famous and demanding ski races. Haanja's rolling cupola landscape, technical tracks, and authentic winter atmosphere offer an unforgettable experience for both athletes and spectators.

On Saturday, 7 March:

• 43 km marathon (start at 11:00)

• 21 km half-marathon (start at 11:15)

• 0.8 km and 1.2 km children's races (start at 11:30)

On Sunday, 8 March:

• 43 km and 21 km free technique marathon (start at 10:00)
  NB! The free technique marathon is not part of the Estoloppet series ranking.

Schedule

Friday, 6 March
18:00–20:00 – distribution of start materials

Saturday, 7 March
09:00–11:00 – distribution of start materials
11:00 – 43 km start
11:15 – 21 km start
11:30 – children's races
14:30 – award ceremony

Sunday, 8 March
08:00–10:00 – distribution of start materials
10:00 – starts of the free technique marathon
14:00 – finish closed