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Athens

Athens Marathon. The Authentic

The original course, from Marathon to the Panathenaic Stadium.

Next edition

2026 · 8 Nov 2026

Where

🇬🇷 Athens, Greece

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2026 edition

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Countdown

6

days to 8 Nov 2026

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Distance
Marathon
Course
Hilly
Climb
300 m
Entry
€90

About

The race

The route of the legend: from the town of Marathon to Athens, with a long climb from 10 to 31 km, then downhill into the marble Panathenaic Stadium.

Location

Athens, Greece

Europe · typically 17°C (63°F) on race day

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