Thank you for registering for the Dune Race or Nordic Walk! To ensure a smooth experience, we recommend carefully reviewing the instructions below. The organizer reserves the right to make changes to the program and terms. Please note: This year’s event takes place at Jõulumäe Recreational Sports Centre.


START MATERIAL PICK-UP AND REGISTRATION:

April 19 from 11:00 to 15:00 at the competition centre in Pärnu Keskus
(Aida 7, 1st floor, opposite Selver)

April 20 at the start area (Jõulumäe Recreational Sports Centre stadium)
from 9:00 until 15 minutes before each start:
21 km: 9:00–12:15
10 km: 9:00–12:45
5 km: 9:00–13:05

We recommend that you pick up your number already on Saturday to save time on Sunday.

NB! Race materials are handed out based on bib number, i.e. start materials are sorted by the numbers, not by names. Therefore, please check your number from the start protocol in advance! Start protocols with start numbers will be published on the website of the Two Bridges Club latest on April 18th at 15.00.

In case of a lost, damaged or forgotten race bib, a new bib must be bought from the secretariat to start the race. NB! Fee for the new race bib is 5€.

LOCATION AND COMPETITION CENTER: The event takes place at Jõulumäe Recreational Sports Centre. Check out the map of the competition center here. The competition center is open from 9 to 15.30.

CHILDREN’S RACES: Held at the stadium of Jõulumäe Recreational Sports Centre.
Registration and bib pick-up from 10:30 to 11:15. Starts are given from 11.30.

PARKING: Free parking is available at the event centre. If full, cars will be parked along the road leading to Jõulumäe.

WC, CHANGEROOM, WASHING FACILITIES: Facilities available at the event centre until 15:30.

SECURED BAG STORAGE: Located in the stadium’s maintenance building. Open from 9:30 to 15:30.
Bags are checked in and out based on bib number.

START TIMES:
10:00 – 5 km Canicross
11:30 – Children’s races
12:30 – 21 km run
13:00 – 10 km run and walk
13:20 – 5 km run and walk
13:25 – 5 km Dog Walking

START GROUPS: Based on the bib number, each participant is required to start from the corresponding start group, otherwise the participant will be disqualified. 10 km start groups are based on 2024 Dune Race results. However, only the first 100 places are taken into account during formation of the start groups. If the final result in 2024 was greater than 100, the participant gets the first free start number from group 101.

10 km start groups:
I group 1-100
II group 101+
III group (Nordic) walking (timed);
IV group (Nordic) walking (not-timed)

NB! There are no start groups for 5 km or 21 km distances.

ROUTE: Runs on soft forest paths. View the route map here.

AID STATIONS: On the 10 km course there is 1 aid station and on the 21 km course there are 3 aid stations (water, sports drink). On the 5 km course there is no aid station.

TIMING: An electronic timekeeping chip is attached to the back side of the bib. Please check it before the start! Only participants with a valid 2025 Dune Race bib number are allowed to start. The number must be worn on the chest and be visible throughout the whole race. Please do not fold the number nor remove the chip. The chip deactivates automatically after finishing the race; no need to return it. Timing service is provided by Ultimate Sport Service OÜ.

FINISH: Each finisher receives a drink and a Farmi sweet bite from the catering tent.
The finish line closes at 15:00.

MEDAL: All 5, 10, and 21 km finishers receive a medal at the finish.

CATERING: Provided with bib number. Menu: soup, bread, tea.

AWARD CEREMONY starts at 14:15. Awards are given to:
– Top three men and women in the 5 km race.
– Top three men and women in the 10 km race, as well as age group winners.
– Top three men and women in the 21 km race, as well as age group winners.
NB! Age group winners will be awarded only if there are at least 5 participants in the respective category.
There will also be prize draws for runners and hikers.

RESULTS, PHOTOS & DIPLOMAS: Results are published in real time at www.championchip.ee. Unofficial results will also be available on the Two Bridges Club website. Final results with diplomas will be published on the organizer’s website no later than April 25. The finish protocol is a public document. The organizer has the right to use and publish all official photos and videos for marketing purposes.

AFTER THE RACE: Upon request, prizes that are not picked up will be delivered at the expense of the recipient after the race. Prizes can also be collected at Pärnu Keskus (Taluturg) from April 23 to May 4. ID document must be presented. Please wait for notification from the organizer before collection.

INFORMATION: for information prior and after the event send an email to info@2silda.ee. In case of questions during the race day turn to the organisers.

BEFORE STARTING:

  • Get enough rest before the sports event and do not come to the start tired
  • Stay hydrated and eat appropriately
  • Check the weather conditions and get dressed accordingly;
  • Choose a pace that suits your ability
  • Drink enough liquids in the service points.

HEALTH CHECK:

  • Each participant is responsible for their own health and confirms they are physically fit to complete the chosen distance. Parents are responsible for the health of their children.
    Children under 10 may only participate with parental permission.
  • In case of health problems, contestants must cancel the race and turn to the service point or organisers or medical workers or call 112.

MEDICAL CHECK: We recommend having a health check prior to the race. Health check can be done at a family doctor or sports physician.