Participate

At Saarten 10, you can run a 10km course in the stunning Vartiosaari! You can participate either in the race category or the leisure category. The leisure category is intended for those who want to run the route during the event but do not want their results listed. Participants in the leisure category can, however, ask the organizers for their time. Small prizes will be awarded to the top runners in the race categories.

The participation fee is €25 and includes transportation to and from the island via the Aurinkolautta. Members of Vegaanijuoksijat ry receive a €5 discount. If financial hardship is a barrier to participation, please email us and we will add you to the list! All proceeds from the event will be donated to the Eläinten turvakoti Saparomäki.

Participation instructions

Schedule

The race office at the starting area opens at 13:00, and number pick up ends 10 minutes before the start. The race begins at 14:00. Bag storage closes after the race at 16:00.

Vartiosaari services

The race organizers will provide drinks and light snacks after the run. You can leave your personal gear with the organizers; the bags will be stored outdoors. Vartiosaari has a café, water points, and toilets. There are no shower facilities, but there is a beach.

Arrival

The easiest way to get to Vartiosaari is by taking the Aurinkolautta ferry, operated by Reposalmen lautturit. The ferry trip is included in the participation fee. We recommend using public transportation. From Herttoniemi, you can reach the solar ferry (Reposalmentie 2) by bus 89 (a 500m walk) or by buses 85 and 88 (about a 1km walk). You can board the ferry from both the Laajasalo and Vartiosaari sides by going directly to the pier.

Vartiosaari is also accessible via FRS Finland's scheduled services; more details can be found on FRS Finland's website.

The route

The start and finish area is located near the main pier in Vartiosaari. The route covers 10 km along Vartiosaari's outdoor trails and paths in two 5 km loops. Due to elevation changes and trail sections, the route is slower than a typical road run. The event includes running on sandy outdoor trails and smaller paths; we recommend trail running shoes and caution. The route is shared with non-participating outdoor enthusiasts, so please be considerate and give way when necessary. Littering and running off the trails are prohibited—let's keep Vartiosaari a beautiful place! There will be no aid stations along the route, but refreshments will be available at the finish. The route map may not be 100% accurate.

Rules

Please respect other outdoor enthusiasts, competitors, and traffic. The organizer has the right to use photos and videos taken during the event and may publish content on social media platforms. Participants join the event at their own risk, and the event organizer does not provide insurance for participants. Participants who require insurance are advised to obtain comprehensive leisure insurance.

It is possible to transfer participation to the following year due to injury or illness. Transfer requests should be sent to info@vegaanijuoksijat.fi.