Athens Marathon | The Authentic
Follow the legendary route from the town of Marathon to the Panathenaic Stadium in Athens, on historic roads with rolling climbs and a dramatic finish.
Charity places- Sun 8 Nov 2026
- Fundraising required
09:00
Age 20 & over
£50-£145
- 26.2 miles road running
Event overview
This challenging point-to-point course blends ancient history with modern racing, passing iconic landmarks, passionate crowds and steady ascents before a thrilling finish inside the marble stadium.
Event details
- Average fitness
- Beginner-friendly
- Event village
- Spectators
Route
- Cut off time
- Distance markers
- First aid
- Headphones allowed
- Hilly
- Navigation not required
- Point to point
- Sweeper
- Timed section
- Toilets
- Traffic free
- Water stations
- Wave start
- Way markers
- GPX available
Location
- Bag transfer
- Changing facilities
- Secure bag storage
- Toilets
What's included
- Certificate
- Chip timing
- Drinks
- Medal
- Snacks
- Trophy
Do it for charity
Looking to do this event for charity? Do it for one of the charities below or see the full list of charities on the Athens Marathon charity places for 2026 page.
How to enter
- Age 20 & over
- Entries not yet open
- Charity places
- Fundraising required
