Races Marathon · Athens, Greece
Athens Marathon
Athens Marathon is a hilly marathon in Athens, Greece, held each November. The original route from Marathon to Athens — a long, steady climb from about 10 km to 31 km, then downhill to finish in the Panathenaic Stadium. Usually mild, around 12 to 20°C, and warm in the sun. A course as hilly as Athens Marathon must be trained for specifically — long-run routes should mimic its climbs and descents.
Page rebuilt 2026-11-14 · race facts not independently verified — confirm dates and entries on the official race site
When
November
every year
Course
hilly
Marathon
Conditions
Usually mild, around 12 to 20°C, and warm in the sun.
Racing this course well
The original route from Marathon to Athens — a long, steady climb from about 10 km to 31 km, then downhill to finish in the Panathenaic Stadium.
A course as hilly as Athens Marathon must be trained for specifically — long-run routes should mimic its climbs and descents.
Getting a place
- How you get in
- Open entry: first come, first served
- Entries open
- Registration usually opens about six months before race day
- Price
- €75 at the advanced level, €165 at the full level (2026 race)
- Does it sell out?
- YesBoth 2026 marathon registration levels showed as sold out on the organiser's page.
Official Athens Marathon site →Checked November 2026
Race day
- Start time
- 08:30
- Time limit
- 8 hours
- Also on the day
- 10k, 5k
The course in numbers
The route runs from the town of Marathon to the Panathenaic Stadium in Athens. Buses take runners from central Athens to the start.
- Layout
- Point-to-point
- Course status
- World Athletics Road Race Label (logo shown on the organiser's site)
Worth knowing
- First run in 1972.
- The race has been dedicated to the athlete and politician Gregoris Lambrakis since 1982.
- The route is the one Spyros Louis ran to win the marathon at the first modern Olympic Games.
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- Athens International Airport (ATH)
Pick your goal for Athens
Pace charts, weekly structure and timelines for the most common marathon goals:
We don’t hold a confirmed date for this edition, so any countdown comes from the date you enter here.
Build your training around Athens Marathon.
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Asked often
- When is the Athens Marathon?
- It is held each November in Athens, Greece. Check the official Athens Marathon site for the exact date and entry windows.
- Is the Athens Marathon course flat?
- The original route from Marathon to Athens — a long, steady climb from about 10 km to 31 km, then downhill to finish in the Panathenaic Stadium.
- How do I enter the Athens Marathon?
- Open entry: first come, first served. Registration usually opens about six months before race day. Price: €75 at the advanced level, €165 at the full level (2026 race).
- Does the Athens Marathon sell out?
- Yes. Both 2026 marathon registration levels showed as sold out on the organiser's page.
- How should I train for the Athens Marathon?
- Match your preparation to Athens Marathon's profile and the November weather, then protect consistency — with RunV Premium you can adapt your plan to fit your week, so one bad week never derails the block.
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