Athens Authentic Marathon, 10K and 5K

RACE DATE:  November 10, 2024

RACE TIME:  9:00 AM

COURSE: The marathon course starts in the small village of Marathon and traces the route used for the first modern Olympics and the 2004 Olympics. It passes the Tomb of Marathon where the Athenians soldiers who lost their lives in this historic battle are buried. The course is very hilly from nine (9) miles until 20 miles. The last 10K is mostly a gradual downhill. It finishes inside the Panathenaic Stadium  built for the first modern Olympics in 1896. The 5K and 10K both start on Amalias Avenue in front of the Zappeion Megaro entrance (walking distance from the hotels) and finish inside the Stadium. You can find the course map here.

TEMPERATURE: Average temperatures range between 60F to 75F.  

GUARANTEED ENTRY PROCEDURE: We offer a discounted guaranteed entry when you book our hotel package.  Your entry fee includes:

• Bib Number with incorporated timing chip
• Technical Race T-shirt by Adidas
• Bag for clothing management
• Transportation of the runner to the Marathon Start Area (Marathonas) from the city centre of Athens (refers only to the Marathon Race)
• Services during the race (feed zones and medical assistance) and after the race (water, isotonic drinks, juice and medical services)
• Clothing management during the race (Bag Check) 
• Accident Insurance during the race by ERGO
• Finisher's Medal (received exclusively by finishers)
• Participation Certificate with finish time through the website of marathonphotos.live (available after the announcement of the Official Race Results and only if the runner is included in them)
• Live tracking via our Official App Athens Marathon & App
• Backpack
• Public Transportation Card
• Free entrance at the Acropolis Museum
• Face towel
• 15% discount at the marathonshop.gr

COURSE TIME LIMIT: There is an eight (8) hour time limit.   

NUMBER PICKUP: Each runner must pick up their own race packet at the Expo.  Time has been allotted for this during the half-day city tour.  

ELIGIBILITY:  All runners must be at least 18 years of age on race day.

AWARDS: Every finisher will receive a medal, finisher certificate, sport-bag and commemorative t-shirt.

DIFFICULTY: Difficult due to the hills.  The last 10K is downhill, which is a relief to your legs!