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Jönköping Marathon & Half Marathon

The city you want to run becomes your next trip.

Jönköping Marathon & Half Marathon race photo
Jönköping Marathon & Half Marathon race photo
Jönköping Marathon & Half Marathon race photo
Jönköping
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Race date in 322 days
Aug 28, 2027 Sat
City · Distance
Jönköping · 42.195km · 21.1km
Entry fee
SEK 349From the 2026 edition
2027Date Aug 28, 2027 · Entry ~ Aug 8, 2027
2026
2026Date Aug 29, 2026
Official website ↗D-day as of Oct 10, 2026
Jönköping Marathon & Half Marathon race photo
Salcional · Public domain
Jönköping Marathon & Half Marathon race photo
Doc Searls / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 2.0
Jönköping Marathon & Half Marathon race photo
Jarl Strömbom / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0
Jönköping Marathon & Half Marathon race photo
Tsumugii, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
About the raceRunner storiesHow to enterCourseRace PrepTravel
Why you dream of this race

THE DREAM

About Jönköping Marathon & Half Marathon — what makes it special

ABOUT THE RACE

A day you'll remember,
long past the finish line.

One of Sweden's largest marathons, now entering its 10th edition.

Run through Jönköping and Huskvarna alongside runners from more than 60 countries, and cross finish in the middle of the Munksjö Bridge.

The road to your own record

Picture the course in advance
and find the pace that fits you.

When the city cheers

Streets lined with cheers, runners all around.
You'll be part of that scene.

The trip that follows the run

Take it slow with the finish still in you,
and meet the city all over again.

Jönköping Marathon & Half Marathon runner reviews and race reports

Stories from runners who've been there.

From the joy of finishing to the tough moments — read what runners wrote themselves.

Race reports: 2
Stefan WinterqvistRan in 2026 · Finish time 1:26:53
“The first 5km felt easy even at a pace faster than 4 minutes per kilometer.”

The runner followed the early pack at Jönköping half marathon and climbed toward Huskvarna. Chasing runners ahead until the end led to a personal best.

Quoted from the original · translated

Original quote

Första fem kilometerna kändes lätt även om tempot låg under 4min/km.

Read the original on Apladalens Löparklubb
Team Fillinge UltraFinish time 3:11:52
“How do you sum up a race you're unhappy with?”

The runner recounts finishing Jönköping Marathon despite stomach trouble and severe leg cramps. Though missing the sub-3-hour target, they reached the bridge's finish with a personal best.

Quoted from the original · translated

Original quote

Hur sammanfattar man ett lopp man inte är nöjd med?

Read the original on Team Fillinge Ultra

We translated a short line from each public race report and summarized the experience. Finish times are as stated by the author, and past editions may differ from this year's weather and operations.

See it on video,
feel it through their stories.

Preview the course and read what runners who went before you wrote.

Jönköping Marathon & Half Marathon 2025 - Official aftermovie

Jönköping Marathon & Half Marathon

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This may be from a past edition. Check the organizer for this year's course and operations.

The way in that fits you

YOUR ENTRY

How to enter Jönköping Marathon & Half Marathon — registration routes

How to reach the start line —
start with what fits you.

Here are the ways to enter and what each requires.
Check the organizer's page for whether entries are open.

We'll fill this in once the official entry rules are out.

Official race websiteEntry options
From the start line to the finish

RACE WEEK

Jönköping Marathon & Half Marathon course map and elevation

Your 42.195km

Know the course and time limit, and race day comes into focus.

Runners start · local timeFrom 10:00
Time limit6 hours
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6 hours (finish time limit)

START

Munksjö Bridge

Munksjöbron

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The course passes through central Jönköping, around three lakes and through three nature reserves.

Throughout the race, runners enjoy views of Lake Vättern, Scandinavia’s largest lake, as well as Jönköping and Huskvarna.

Both the start and finish lines are located on Munksjöbron in the city center.

Typical race-season temperature: around 16°C (61°F)
Short sleeves — hydrate for the warmth

Participant benefits

Not yet confirmed in the official race guide

Where and when to collect your Jönköping Marathon & Half Marathon race bib

To the start line,
step by step.

Pick up your bib, check your wave.
So on race morning, you can just run.

Stations & transport near the venue

  • Getting to the startCentral Jönköping city bus stops (e.g.
  • Transit cardJonkoping's regional transit is run by Jonkopings Lanstrafik (JLT); tickets are bought via the JLT app or…

Source · checked Aug 24, 2026

More details

Getting to the start

Central Jönköping city bus stops (e.g. near Rådhusparken) and Jönköping Resecentrum/Central Station, roughly 1-1.5 km away

Marathon and Half Marathon start at Munksjöbron (Munksjö Bridge) in central Jönköping, heading toward the courthouse. Central, walkable location in downtown Jönköping.

Map

Getting to the finish

Munksjöbron (same as start)

Finish line is in the middle of Munksjöbron.

Map

Start shuttle

several central parking garages listed.

Transit card

Jonkoping's regional transit is run by Jonkopings Lanstrafik (JLT); tickets are bought via the JLT app or at station machines, and contactless bank-card tap payment is increasingly accepted on local buses. There is no separate foreign-visitor card; the JLT app is the most practical option for short stays.

Source · checked Aug 24, 2026
READY TO RUN

From race morning to after the finish.

Your start time, fuel and bag drop.
Know them ahead and the run feels easier.

The race starts at 10:00, with a 6-hour time limit. The minimum age is 17.

There are 13 aid stations along the course, offering water, sports drink, pickles and bananas.

During the build-up to race day, two course training sessions and coaching sessions during race week are also held.

Times are local to Jönköping. Check the latest official information before the race.

A trip built around the race

STAY A LITTLE

MAKE IT A RUNTRIP

The race is one day,
the trip can be longer.

From a hotel that makes race morning easy,
to the meals and views you'll enjoy with the medal on.

Hotels near the Jönköping Marathon & Half Marathon start line in

Hotels that make race morning easy

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Distances are straight-line from the start.
Check real travel times and booking terms with each hotel.

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Trip.comClosest to the start lineView on Trip.com

What to see in Jönköping after the race

Seeing Jönköping with the medal on

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The city you ran — this time, a little slower.

Eating well is part of the tripA meal before the race, a dinner to celebrate the finish.View on map

Hotel distances are straight-line from the start. Experiences, food and sights are travel products in Jönköping.

Total cost and budget for Jönköping Marathon & Half Marathon

TRAVEL ESSENTIALS

Trip prep too,
light and in one place.

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Runner stories and questions about Jönköping Marathon & Half Marathon

RUN TOGETHER

With runners who dream of
the same start line.

Be the first runner
Leave this room's first post

Jönköping runners' room

Frequently asked questions about Jönköping Marathon & Half Marathon

FAQ
When does Jönköping Marathon & Half Marathon 2027 take place?

It takes place on Sat, August 28, 2027 in Jönköping, Sweden.

How much is the Jönköping Marathon & Half Marathon 2027 entry fee?

From SEK 349, depending on the event and registration period.

What is the time limit for Jönköping Marathon & Half Marathon 2027?

6 hours (finish time limit).

What distances does Jönköping Marathon & Half Marathon 2027 offer?

Marathon · Half.

What time does Jönköping Marathon & Half Marathon 2027 start?

The race starts at 10:00.

Where does Jönköping Marathon & Half Marathon 2027 start?

Munksjö Bridge.

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