Recorrido y desnivel

The Thessaloniki Marathon follows a scenic loop course along the Thermaic Gulf, starting and finishing at the iconic White Tower. Runners traverse the beautiful waterfront promenade (Paralia), passing through historic neighborhoods including Ano Poli, and enjoy views of the Aegean Sea throughout much of the race. The course is predominantly flat with only minor undulations, making it suitable for runners seeking a fast time on a beautiful Mediterranean backdrop.

Superficie: road Perfil: Llano

Clima

Temperatura 18°C

Humedad 65%

Probabilidad de lluvia 25%

April in Thessaloniki offers pleasant spring weather with mild temperatures and moderate humidity. Runners can expect comfortable conditions with occasional sea breezes from the Aegean, though light rain is possible.

The Race

Thessaloniki

Historia y Leyendas

Born in the Running Boom

1981 Origin

The Thessaloniki Marathon was founded in 1981, during the golden age of mass-participation running. Now 45 years old, it has established itself as a beloved fixture in Thessaloniki, growing from its early editions into a race with genuine character and loyal following.

The Fast Lane

Course

Runners come to the Thessaloniki Marathon for one reason: personal bests. The flat, fast course through Thessaloniki has a reputation as a PB factory, with the roads seemingly designed to keep your pace honest and your splits consistent from start to finish.

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Curiosidades

▸ The Thessaloniki Marathon is one of Greece's oldest marathons, first organized in 1981 with the vision of promoting the historic city and healthy lifestyle.
▸ The race starts and finishes at the White Tower (Lefkos Pyrgos), Thessaloniki's most iconic landmark dating back to the Ottoman period.
▸ The marathon course follows parts of the ancient Via Egnatia, a crucial Roman trade route that connected Rome to Constantinople, making it a historically significant running path.
▸ Thessaloniki hosted the 1997 Mediterranean Games, and the marathon is part of the city's ongoing celebration of athletic heritage and Mediterranean culture.

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