Events

🔴 Uppsala Marathon

Impact level: High City: Uppsala, Sweden Date: October 17, 2026 Time: Event area opens at 07:00; Marathon & Relay start at 09:30 and Half Marathon at 11:30. The marathon has a maximum duration of 7 hours, meaning course activity may continue into the late afternoon.

Main impact: Uppsala Marathon is a major running event with 4,500+ participants from more than 45 countries. The marathon, half marathon and relay all start and finish at Uppsala Castle, with routes extending through central and northern Uppsala. The marathon passes through the city centre, along Fyrisån, south towards Sunnersta, and north towards Gamla Uppsala, while the half marathon covers the northern part of the route through central Uppsala, Svartbäcken and towards the Royal Mounds. With runners occupying roads and crossings across a large part of the city, temporary traffic restrictions and localized delays can be expected along the courses.

Recommendation: Expect significant delays for pickups and deliveries around Uppsala Castle, central Uppsala, Fyrisån, Svartbäcken and Gamla Uppsala, particularly from the morning through the afternoon. Allow extra travel time, check navigation for temporary restrictions before each trip and be prepared for detours. Bikes may provide easier access in some areas, although crossing active race sections may still be restricted. Drivers should avoid the race routes where possible until runners have passed and restrictions are lifted.