42.195 km
Distanz
1.240 m
Höhenmeter
5:15:00
Durchschnittliche Zielzeit
420
Finisher gesamt
2009
Gegründet
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Starting from sea level in Litochoro, runners ascend steadily through traditional villages and ancient trails toward Mount Olympus, the mythical home of the gods. The course features significant elevation gain with breathtaking views of the Aegean Sea and the Thessalian plains, culminating near the sacred peak of Olympus.
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Late spring conditions with warm temperatures and low rainfall probability. Mountain sections may be cooler with occasional strong winds along ridge sections.
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🎯 Fun Facts
- ▸ Mount Olympus is the legendary home of Zeus and the twelve Olympian gods in Greek mythology, making this marathon a pilgrimage for classical history enthusiasts.
- ▸ The race was first organized in 2009 to promote sustainable tourism and cultural appreciation of the Olympus region and its trails.
- ▸ Runners gain nearly 1,240 meters of elevation while running 42.195 kilometers, making it one of Greece's most demanding mountain marathons.
- ▸ The start line is just meters from the Aegean Sea at sea level, providing stunning Mediterranean vistas in the opening kilometers before the steep mountain ascent.
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