ATHENS AUTHENTIC MARATHON

Among all the Olympic sport events, the Marathon Race stands out as it was born by a true historic and heroic event. It was a true triumph accomplished by a news-bearing foot soldier from ancient Athens, who announced – with his last words – the victory of the Greeks against the Persians during the Marathon Battle in 490 BC. The 42,195m Marathon Race became one of the most competitive events during the revival of the Olympic Games in 1896. A Greek athlete named Spyros Louis, running what has ever since been referred to as the Original Marathon Course from the ancient city of Marathon to the Panathenaic Stadium in Athens, won the gold medal of  the first modern Olympic Games and became a legend of Greek and International Athletics.

The Marathon Race has always had a prominent place in the hearts and minds of sports enthusiasts, as it represents the highest effort where the human body, soul and mind are tested to their limits as the runner presses himself/herself to reach the finish line.

SEGAS, the Hellenic Athletics Federation, has the honor and the historic responsibility to organize annually the Athens Classic Marathon on the Original Marathon Course. Since 1982, the Athens Classic Marathon has been dedicated to Gregoris Lambrakis, the athlete, scientist and Member of Parliament, who was murdered in the 60s and, after his death, became a symbol of Human Rights.

From the year 2011 onwards, OPAP S.A., the leading gaming operator in Greece and one of the major corporations in Greece and Europe, has been nominated Grand Sponsor of the event and its valuable support led to the significant upgrade of the race in all aspects.

Thousands of runners from all over the world are expected to participate in every year’s race. Apart from the sporting experience, they will have the chance to enjoy the traditional Greek hospitality, discover the fascinating landscape of our country and explore a city which is constantly improving its standards.

Marathon Week Program

WEDNESDAY 9 NOVEMBER 2022

Faliro Indoor Hall & Exhibition Centre of Athens

13.00 – 20.00: Runner’s Center & Athens Marathon EXPO

THURSDAY 10 NOVEMBER 2022

Faliro Indoor Hall & Exhibition Centre of Athens

10.00 – 20.00: Runner’s Center & Athens Marathon EXPO

FRIDAY 11 NOVEMBER 2022

Faliro Indoor Hall & Exhibition Centre of Athens

10.00 – 20.00: Runner’s Center & Athens Marathon EXPO

SATURDAY 12 NOVEMBER 2022

Faliro Indoor Hall & Exhibition Centre of Athens

10.00 – 20.00: Runner’s Center & Athens Marathon EXPO
*10.00 -13.00: Bib number & Race Kit pick-up for 10km Road Race participants

Athens City Center – Amalias Avenue
17.00: 10km Road Race
17.45: Universities Night Run

Start: Vas. Amalias Avenue in front of Bodosakis Megaron
Finish: Panathenaic Stadium

SUNDAY 13 NOVEMBER 2022

  5km Road Race

Athens City Center – Amalias Avenue
08.30: 5km Road Race

Start: Vas. Amalias Avenue in front of Bodosakis Megaron
Finish: Panathenaic Stadium

  Marathon Race 

Marathon Town – Marathon Start Venue
09.00: Marathon Race 

Start: Marathon Start Venue (Marathon Stadium)
Finish: Panathenaic Stadium

   1.2km Road Race

Athens City Center – Amalias Avenue
10.15: 1.2km Kids Race

Start: Vas. Amalias Avenue in front of Bodosakis Megaron
Finish: Panathenaic Stadium