Athens (Greece) Marathon
Athens, Greece · Sunday 8 November 2026
The Athens Marathon is a long-distance race held annually in Greece that traces the legendary route taken by the ancient messenger Pheidippides. The event covers a distance of 42.195 kilometers and begins in the town of Marathon, the historic site of the famous battle between Greeks and Persians. Runners gather at the ancient battlefield, where they observe a tradition of raising their right arm to take an oath respecting the spirit and ideals of the marathon.
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Adjusted Time
4:18:45
Time difference: +18.8 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain383m
Elevation High249m
Elevation Low7m
Weather Forecast
High22°C
Low18°C
Chance of Rain70%
How hard is Athens (Greece) Marathon?
Very Difficultharder than 77% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Athens (Greece) Marathon plays about 19 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #260 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #4 of 9 in Greece. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Athens (Greece) Marathon?
Estimated finish times on this course versus the same effort on an average road marathon, based on its elevation, surface, and expected race-day temperature.
| Average-course time | On Athens (Greece) Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:08:54 | +08:54 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:43:35 | +13:35 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:18:45 | +18:45 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:54:21 | +24:21 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:30:22 | +30:22 |
| 5:30:00 | 6:06:46 | +36:46 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:43:33 | +43:33 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Athens (Greece) Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
Athens (Greece) Marathon is a full marathon held in Athens, Greece. It is scheduled for Sunday 8 November 2026. The course is run on road surface with 383m of total climbing, with its high point near 249m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Athens (Greece) Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
This is a hilly course with 383m of total climbing, rising to around 249m above sea level. It pays to train on hills and to pace the climbs conservatively.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for November, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 18°C and 22°C are expected. While comfortable for most runners, those targeting fast times should pay attention to hydration, as these temperatures can impact performance on race day. There is a high chance of rain (70%). Runners should prepare for wet conditions, including appropriate footwear and clothing choices.
Surface Type: Road
Athens (Greece) Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for racing. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for a personal best.
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