Athens Marathon
Athens, United States of America · Monday 19 April 2027
The marathon begins in the historic town of Marathon and follows the ancient route believed to have been taken by the messenger Pheidippides. Runners start on a gentle, slightly downhill stretch, passing through rural landscapes before reaching the Marathon Tomb, an ancient burial mound commemorating fallen soldiers from the Battle of Marathon. This part of the race is quiet, with open fields and a sense of history that sets a contemplative mood for participants.
Difficulty Calculator
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Adjusted Time
4:09:56
Time difference: +9.9 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain300m
Elevation High245m
Elevation Low8m
Weather Forecast
High21°C
Low12°C
Chance of Rain3%
How hard is Athens Marathon?
Difficultharder than 68% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Athens Marathon plays about 12 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #365 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #187 of 575 in United States of America. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Athens 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 Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:03:40 | +03:40 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:36:39 | +06:39 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:09:56 | +09:56 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:43:30 | +13:30 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:17:20 | +17:20 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:51:25 | +21:25 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:25:45 | +25:45 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Athens Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Athens Marathon is a full marathon held in Athens, United States of America. It is scheduled for Monday 19 April 2027. The course is run on road surface with 300m of total climbing, with its high point near 245m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Athens Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
This is a hilly course with 300m of total climbing, rising to around 245m 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 April, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 12°C and 21°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 low chance of rain (3%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Athens 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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