43ος Αυθεντικός Μαραθώνιος 2026

The Athens Authentic Marathon begins in Marathon and concludes at the Panathenaic Stadium in Athens, mirroring its origin story. This November road race covers the full 42.195 kilometers. A 10K runs concurrently with the marathon, and a 5K takes place the day before. The Greek National Marathon Championship also occurs during this event, blending serious domestic competition with thousands of recreational runners. The course traces the historical Marathon-to-Athens route, not a city circuit. Participants journey from the coast to the capital, culminating in the stadium finish. SEGAS, the Greek athletics federation, organizes the event. Recent discussions have addressed increased participation costs and diminished services, like clothing collection at Marathon. Despite these considerations, the appeal remains clear: this race allows runners to follow the path of the original marathon legend, finishing in a renowned sports venue.