Marathon

Olympus Marathon

Μαραθώνιος Ολύμπου

Litochoro, Greece May 42.195 km
Scenic Point to Point Bucket List Historic Competitive

Next Race

May 19, 2026

Course & Elevation

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.

Course Facts

Distance 42.195 km
Elevation Gain 1,240 m
Surface road
Profile Mountainous

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1,240m total gain • Mountainous profile

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Litochoro, Greece • 42.195km road

🌤️ Weather on Race Day

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22°C

Temperature

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65%

Humidity

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15%

Rain Chance

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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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