Ημιμαραθώνιος Ολυμπίας

The Olympia Half Marathon is part of the Olympia Marathon race weekend in Ancient Olympia, Greece, held in late November on the land where the Olympic Games originated. The event focuses on road races connected to the International Marathon of Olympia. The full marathon covers the classic 42.195-kilometer distance, while the half marathon offers a shorter option within the same Olympic setting. It is a mass-participation event, attracting Greek runners, international visitors, and athletes of various ages. The route is set in Ancient Olympia and crosses the birthplace of Olympism, deeply connecting the race to the sacred site beyond just its name. The event honors Charilaos Vasilakos, the Greek marathoner recognized as the first modern Marathon winner. Organizers align the weekend with the ancient Olympic ideals of fair play and peace. Recent editions saw around 1,000 participants, creating a sense of both a local gathering and a destination event.