Poseidon Athens Half Marathon
Athens, Greece · Sunday 27 April 2025
Embark on a journey through time and discover the cradle of civilization. You'll also discover your inner potential at the Poseidon Athens Half Marathon. This excursion connects a great challenge with a life-affirming tour! Prepare to experience what you've only dreamed.\n\nWith a course through classic buildings and more, every stride is a chance to explore something amazing. There's a reason why Greece is referred to as a bucket-list destination. Each stride gives you a chance to connect. So,
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Adjusted Time
1:44:59
Time difference: -0.0 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain138m
Elevation High13m
Elevation Low-6m
Weather Forecast
High22°C
Low14°C
Chance of Rain55%
Poseidon Athens Half Marathon 2025 Course Analysis
Poseidon Athens Half Marathon is a half marathon held in Athens, Greece, scheduled for Sunday 27 April 2025. The course is run on road surface with 138m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 13m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Poseidon Athens Half Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 138m of elevation gain, this is a moderately undulating course. The route ranges from -6m to 13m above sea level (19m total range). While not completely flat, the elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't significantly impact pacing strategy.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for April, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 14°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 over the full distance. There is a high chance of rain (55%). Runners should prepare for wet conditions, including appropriate footwear and clothing choices.
Surface Type: Road
Poseidon Athens Half Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for marathon running. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for runners targeting a personal best time.
How Difficult Is Poseidon Athens Half Marathon?
Our difficulty rating for Poseidon Athens Half Marathon is calculated using a model that combines elevation gain, temperature impact, and surface type. Use the difficulty calculator above to enter your target finish time and see exactly how many minutes this course would add or subtract compared to a perfectly flat, cool, road-based half marathon. Faster runners and slower runners are affected differently by the same course conditions, so the difficulty is personalised to your pace.
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