Course & Elevation
The Athens Marathon retraces the legendary 490 BC run from Marathon to the Panathenaic Stadium, starting in the town of Marathon and finishing at the iconic Olympic stadium where the modern marathon was born. The course follows a historic route through Attica, passing through suburbs and urban landscapes with moderate rolling hills, offering runners a unique blend of ancient history and modern Greece.
Course Facts
📈 Elevation Profile
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Interactive elevation chart coming soon
280m total gain • Rolling profile
🗺️ Course Map
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Interactive course map coming soon
Athens, Greece • 42.195km road
🌤️ Weather on Race Day
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16°C
Temperature
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65%
Humidity
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35%
Rain Chance
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Mild autumn weather with comfortable temperatures ideal for marathon running. Occasional Mediterranean breezes and low humidity make November the perfect season for this historic race.
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