WHY THIS CHORE
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Running on historic ground, literally in the footsteps of Pheidippides — a demanding long climb between km 10 and 31, rewarded by one of the most iconic finishes in world running.
WHAT TO EXPECT
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The Route
Start at 8:30 in the town of Marathon, at the site of the ancient battle. The first 4 km run slightly downhill, then the route passes the Marathon Tomb before a steep climb at the Stavros Junction, followed by a descent to Agia Paraskevi Square. Along Mesogeion Avenue through Chalandri and Cholargos, the course flattens and trends downhill to the finish. The section between km 10 and 31, with its long climb, is considered one of the most demanding among the world's major marathons.
The Finish
The finish is inside the historic Panathenaic Stadium — venue of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896, and the same course used for the 2004 Athens Olympics.
Races & Dates
- Marathon — 42.195 km, 8 November, start 8:30, 8-hour time limit
- 10 km Road Race — 8 November
- 5 km Road Race — 7 November
- 5 km Universities Night Run — 7 November
- Kids Race — 1,200 m, 7 November
Status
A World Athletics Gold Label road race and the Greek national marathon championship, organised by SEGAS (Hellenic Athletics Federation). Around 75,000 participants across all distances, supported by 5,000 volunteers and 15 aid stations.
Bib Pickup
Collect your bib at the Runners' Center & Allwyn Marathon Expo, Faliro Indoor Hall, starting the Wednesday before the race.
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