Eläintarha Stadium

Eläintarha Stadium is a sports facility in the Eläintarha district with a running track for track and field events. The venue sits within green surroundings and provides spaces for training and competitions.

The stadium was built in 1910 and was the first facility of its kind in Helsinki. It served as the city's main sports center until the 1930s when other venues were developed.

The stadium sits within a park setting where local athletes gather regularly for training and competitions. Over the decades it has become a meeting place for people who care about track and field in the city.

The grounds are easy to reach by public transportation and work well for training days or visits. Visitors should check if certain areas are available during open training times.

Runner Paavo Nurmi set two world records here in 1924, cementing his reputation as one of the greatest athletes of his era. This achievement made the stadium a place of international sporting importance.

Location: Helsinki

Inception: 1910

Official opening: 1910

Address: Vauhtitie 6, 00250 Helsinki

GPS coordinates: 60.19110,24.93080

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:03