Estonian Wilderness Marathon

Joonas Kuuskla photo story

Finish fotobox photos

Photos from organizer phone…

Race center / finish is located in Aegviidu village at sportshall adress Pärna tn 1, Aegviidu, Eesti (59.287733, 25.609553).
Race center is signposted from Aegviidu central intersection.
Parking is organized in the immediate vicinity of the competition center. Please follow the parking organizer’s instructions.

INTERACTIVE MAP OF THE RACE LOCATIONS AND ROUTE!

To reduce the burden on the environment, we recommend using public transport to get to the competition. This also gives you the opportunity to relax before and after the competition. Aegviidu competition centre is located 250 m northwest of the railway station, so it is most convenient to arrive/go home by Elron train (elron.ee) in the direction of Tallinn or Tartu!

The starts for all distances are in different locations, but the finish is the same.

INTERACTIVE MAP OF THE RACE LOCATIONS AND ROUTE!

The 42km start is located at Järva-Madise Church.

The 27km start is located in Mõnuvere village

The 15km start is located at forest road close to Perila-Jäneda highway. Location. 

Each competitor must choose one of three options to get to the start when registering:

1) special bus to the start from Tallinn (only for 42, 25 km participants)
2) special bus to the start from Aegviidu competition center (for 42, 25, 15 km participants)
3) personal transport (for 42, 25, 15 km participants)

Special bus times can be seen under SCHEDULE.

Bus seats are limited, so think carefully about your logistics options when registering. If your logistics plans change before the race, please let the organizer know.

Competitors going to start with their own car – remember – after the race there is no organized transport from the finish to the start!

11.10.2026, Sunday

09.00 Distribution of competition materials begins at the competition center in Aegviidu

09.30 Special buses depart from Tallinn to 42 km and 27 km start. busses leave from the west side of T1 Shopping Centre. https://maps.app.goo.gl/bzWyUdHfN4Qmqi8E9
10.00 Special buses depart from Aegviidu to 42 km start.
10.15 Special buses depart from Aegviidu to 27 km start.
10.15 Competition materials distribution starts at 42 km and 27 km start area.
10.30-40 Busses arrive to 42 km and 27 km start area.
10.50 Briefing on start line

11.00 42 km and 27 km first start. We use wave start. Four starts every 3 minutes. Each competitor chooses a wave that matches their expected speed upon registration.

11.15 Special buses depart from Aegviidu to 15 km start
12.00 15 km start 

12.45-13.00 Expected 15 km and 27 km winners finish in Aegviidu
14.30 Prizes for 15 km and 27 km three best men and women

14.00 Expected 42 km winners finish in Aegviidu

15.00 Prizes for 42 km three best men and women

18.45 Finish closes

INTERACTIVE MAP OF THE RACE LOCATIONS AND ROUTE!

The 42km start is located at Järva-Madise Church.

Course is ca 42,3 km long and runs through Kodru bog, Kakerdaja bog and Kõrvemaa forests to Aegviidu. First half is relatively flat, but second half has some tough climbs. Total elevation gain of course is ca 360m. 

Course GPX files

Course map

Course GPX

Course starts of on a forest road and joins marathon track just before entering the Kakerdaja bog. First third is relatively flat, but rest of the course has some tough climbs. Total elevation gain is 270m.

Course map

Course GPX

Start: forest road close to Perila-Jäneda highway. Location. 

Course runs on small trails and ski tracks through forest to  Valgehobusemäe and then continues on ski tracks and trails to Nelijärve and Aegviidu. Course has some tough climbs – total elevation gain is ca 180m.

The course is marked with arrow signs, pink ribbons on branches and trees, and colored dots on the trees. About half of the 42km course runs along RMK hiking trail, which is marked with white/red or orange/red dots on the trees. The next marking is always visible from the previous one. Navigation skills are not required to complete the trail.

Attention! The course runs on narrow and rough forest paths, boardwalks, forest roads, forest trails, and forest access roads. Your feet will most likely get muddy and wet!

All competitors will receive a course map with information about aid stations. The map is intended for competiors to follow progress and make it easier to determine their location in an emergency.

Signs every 5 kilometers show the distance to the finish line. Since this is a trail race, the kilometer markings are not 100% accurate.

Competitors must follow the marked course. The organizer has the right to cancel the result of a competitor who intentionally cuts the course or uses a non-marked course. It is not allowed to leave the marked course except for a forest stop. In such a case, you must do your business in the forest without leaving any visible traces and return to the course from the same place you left. Climbing the observation towers on the course is allowed – take your time and enjoy the view, it is not just a competition!
The finish line closes at 18:45. So there is a little more than 7.5 hours to complete the course. Competitors who reach the finish line after 18:45 will not be timed and services will not be provided, and the organizers may leave…

There are four aid stations on the 42km course. The locations of the aid stations are shown on the course map. The aid stations for shorter distances are located starting from the point where they join the long course.

AID STATIONS ARE VISIBLE ON COURSE MAP.

Vargamäe drink point (37,8km to finish) – water, candy
Napu aid station (29,9km to finish) – water, sportsdrink, banana, dry fruit, candy
Suur Kalajärve aid station (20,1km to finish) – water, tea, bread, salt, sausages
Mägede village aid station (11,6km to finish) – water, sportsdrink, banana, dry fruit, candy, bread, salt, pickles
Neljärve revitalization point (4,5km to finish) – surprise energy rich menu

There are no disposable cups at the water stations. The water containers have taps or you can use your own cup or to pour water into your bottle or hydration pack. Please do not drink directly from the tap. Some shared cups are also available. The water at the water stations is for drinking only. For washing or refreshing, use water from the lakes and streams on the course. In general, the water in the lakes and pools on the course is clean and drinkable.
Competitors are responsible for their own food and drink in the area between the water stations. Outside help and leaving food/drinks on the course in advance are not allowed.

Registration online: https://eventor.ee

Fees:

42 km:

• 50 eur until 31.08.2026
• 55 eur 01.09.2025-06.10.2026
• 65 eur 07.10.2025-11.10.2026

27 km:

• 45 eur until 31.08.2026
• 50 eur 01.09.2025-06.10.2026
• 60 eur 07.10.2025-11.10.2026

Discount codes (valid only for pre-registration, not on site):

Code TULEVIK – minors (under 18a) -20%

Code SEENIOR – Estonian senior citizens -20%

Entry fee includes:

bus transport to the start from Aegviidu or Tallinn; transport of the equipment bag from the start to the finish; course marking and waterproof course map; electronic timing; drinks and meals at the refreshment stations; multi-course catering at the finish; commemorative diploma and graduation souvenir (if you finish); washing facilities and sauna; prizes for the three fastest finishers in both competition classes (men and women); free photos from the competition.

By registering for the competition, you support the participation of the Estonian ACE Adventure Team in the Adventure Sports World Championships (arworldseries.com).

Payment of the participation fee to the bank account:

Beneficiary name: Eventor OÜ
Bank account number (IBAN): EE947700771010056014
Beneficiary bank SWIFT code/ BIC: LHVBEE22
Beneficiary address: Lossi 6-2, 12616 Tallinn
Beneficiary bank: LHV Pank – Tartu mnt 2, 10145 Tallinn

REFUNDS!

If you notify us of your non-participation by October 1, 50% of the participation fee will be refunded. After this date, the participation fee will not be refunded.
Changing the participant’s name and distance to a shorter distance is free of charge
When registering from shorter to longer distance, the price difference must be paid

Timing takes place with net time – the time starts when you cross the starting line! A wave start is used to disperse runners for narrow trails and boardwalk and make the running experience better for everyone. We believe that every runner knows very well which wave they fit into, and therefore everyone can choose their own wave. Traffic jams can occur on narrow section of trail despite the waves. If you notice that a line has gathered behind you – please step to the side of the trail for a moment, take a few seconds to rest and let those who want to run faster pass by! Thanks for a reasonable, calculated choice!

Waves:

11.00 Rabbits – you are an experienced long-distance runner who covers kilometers in a running competition at a pace of less than 5 min/km. You run for time and place. The record time for a normal marathon is approx. 3h45min and below.

approx. 11.03 Wolves – you are an experienced long-distance runner who covers kilometers in a running competition at a pace of less than 5.30 min/km. Time and place are not very important, although catching a few rabbits would add spice to the run…

approx. 11.06 Foxes – you are a cunning and tactical runner who starts with a smart, calm pace of approx. 6 min/km and has in mind, above all, to complete the entire course with a pleasant feeling of well-being.

approx. 11.09 Bears – you enjoy jogging in the forest at a pace between a run and a hike, you are not afraid to walk, but you always go all the way to finish.

We will distribute the competition materials according to the transport preference given during registration. Those arriving by bus from Tallinn will receive the materials when they enter the bus. Those arriving by bus from Aegviidu will receive the materials at the competition center in Aegviidu. Those arriving at the start themselves will receive the materials at the start area. All materials not picked up at Aegviidu will be brought to the respective start on the competitors’ bus.

• course map
• number with timing chip  (bring your own pins)
• sponsor materials
• bag tag to mark your bag you want to send to finish

The organizer will transport one bag for each competitor from the start area to the finish line.
You must attach a bag tag with your race number to the bag and take it to the bag collection point indicated in the start area.
The bag can be collected at the finish line based on your race number.
The organizers do not take any responsibility for damage, breakage or loss of property in the bags.

You  can leave your car keys and travel luggage in race center before getting on the bus.

Each competitor must carry the following equipment during the race:

• Mobile phone. Switched on, waterproof packaging, number of the race organizer stored in memory: +372 5294233. All competitors must give organizer their phone number when registering or picking up the race materials.
• Course map
• Race number to be worn in a visible place attached to the front of the chest or front of the thigh. Timing is done with chip attached to the number. If number is not visible or is lost, it is not possible to guarantee timing. Please do not attach number to the bag.
• Drinking bottle or drinking bag or drinking cup. Aid stations do not have disposable drinking cups, but there are pouches for pouring the drink into the bottle itself or into a drinking bag or cup. The aid station has some drinking cups for shared use. Since the distance between aid stations is long, we recommend carrying a drinking bag/bottle.
• Energy-rich food according to personal preference. When planning your nutrition, keep in mind that it takes about 25% more time for experienced runners and up to 50% more time for less experienced runners to cover the distance in trail running compared to road running. The three main aid stations have food (bread, salt, pickles, bananas, raisins, candies, etc.). It is also possible to pick and eat lingonberries, cranberries and blueberries 🙂
• in case of bad weather conditions (temperature below 10c, wind, rain, snow, etc.) wind/waterproof film/jacket.
• headlamp for slow runners who doubt they’ll make it by the time the finish closes at 6:45 p.m.

Competitors must choose clothing appropriate for the weather and their physical abilities. Organizers are ready to give advice on clothing. 

All participants must take into account the fact that it is not possible to quit the competition, except critical medical emergency. The trail runs largely through terrain that is inaccessible to motor vehicles.

The difficult course and uneven ground can lead to the risk of injury. The middle part of the course is in wilderness, where the nearest road is more than 5 km away, so first aid is slow to arrive.
If a fellow competitor needs help, the competitor is obliged to do his best to provide assistance. In case of serious injuries, first call the emergency number 112 and then inform the organizer. The phone number of the main organizer is +372 5294233 and it is also printed on the course map.

All participants must take into account the fact that quitting the race is not possible except in a critical medical emergency. Especially the boggy part of the course is an isolated wilderness where there is no access to motorized transport.
Always inform the organizer if you decide to return home without completing the course and do not cross the finish line. Otherwise, we will start worrying about wolves and bears living in the terrain.

There are toilets at the Aegviidu competition centre and at the start areas of 42km & 27km.

In 15km start there are no toilets. Please use the toilets at the competition centre before heading to the start bus! You can also use toilets at Valgehobusemäe center that is 1,2km after start.

There are no official toilets on the course, although some campsites have outdoor toilets. If you make a forest stop along the course, please make sure that your operation does not leave any visible traces in the nature.

Most of the trail runs in Kõrvemaa landscape protection area. All competitors are responsible for ensuring that the event does not damage nature and that there are no conflicts with other hikers in nature.

If you meet hikers or pass another competitor, be polite and share the trail in a friendly manner. If necessary, ask for permission to pass or let someone who wants to move faster pass. You have to be especially careful when meeting oncoming traffic and passing on boardwalks, as there is a risk of falling.

All gel packs, sportbar packs and other debris must be carried with you and placed in the bins located at aid stations or at the finish line. Intentional littering will result in disqualification and ban from subsequent competitions.

For spectators, the best places to watch the race are the aid stations, which are accessible by car. A map of the locations.

Food:
All finishers will receive hot soup, a drink and cake.

Washing:
You can wash up in the Aegviidu sports building, there are men’s and women’s saunas and a shared outdoor barrel sauna (mixed).

Timing is done with chip behind race bib. 

Net time is used – your time starts when you cross the start line.

Finish time is taken when you arrive to Aegviidu timing station, just before crossing the railway. From there it is 550 to finish arch, but this section is not timed, just relax and move to finish.

The competition results will be published on the competition website www.wilderness.ee

Competition classes: men and women

Awards: the 3 fastest men and women in each distance

All finishers will receive a finisher souvenir and a diploma, which you can traditionally make yourself – stick your competition number in the corresponding place on the diploma and put a finisher stamp on it.

• The race entry fee includes all official competition photos, which will be published on the competition website or on the Estonian ACE Adventure Team Facebook page and are free to use. By registering for the competition, the competitor confirms their consent that the competition photos may be published online and used for marketing purposes by the competition organizer or competition partners.

  If you take photos yourself on the course, you can share them with other competitors

MTÜ ESTONIAN ACE


Head organizers: Silver Eensaar, Timmo Tammemäe

E-mail: maastikumaraton@gmail.com

Phone: +372 529 4233 (Timmo)

RESULTS:

2025

2024 (south course starting from Järva-Madise)

2023 

2022 

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

PHOTOS:

2024
Gerda Tomson fotod 
Joonas Kuuskla fotod 

2023
Aldis Toome fotod 
Reiko Kolatsk fotod 

2022

Reiko Kolatsk fotod

2021
Aldis Toome fotod 

2020
Joonas Kreuz fotod 
Ivo Kraus fotod 

2019
Remo Tõnismäe (Postimees) fotod

2018
Aldis Toome fotod 
Ivo Panasyuk fotod 

2017

Aldis Toome fotod

2016

Aldis Toome fotod