Running
Marathon
42.2 km
Athens Marathon the Authentic
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Road runs in Greece, Athens
Distances
Running
Halbmarathon
21.1 km
About
The Athens Marathon, the Authentic, celebrates Pheidippides run from Marathon to Athens, which went down in history and gave its name to the race and distance we now know as the Marathon.
Catering & aid stations
Depends on specific event; typical road race aid stations.
Pacers
Pacemaker information is not available for this event.
Results
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- 100% asphalt
Typical weather in Athens
Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).
Jan12°6°
↑ 07:41
↓ 17:29
Feb13°6°
↑ 07:17
↓ 18:03
Mar16°8°
↑ 06:37
↓ 18:33
Apr20°11°
↑ 06:50
↓ 20:01
May25°16°
↑ 06:16
↓ 20:29
Jun30°20°
↑ 06:03
↓ 20:50
Jul33°23°
↑ 06:15
↓ 20:48
Aug33°23°
↑ 06:41
↓ 20:20
Sep28°19°
↑ 07:08
↓ 19:35
Oct23°15°
↑ 07:34
↓ 18:49
Nov18°11°
↑ 07:07
↓ 17:14
Dec14°8°
↑ 07:35
↓ 17:08
Route maps
What's included in entry
- Race entry
- Timing chip
- Bib number
FAQ
What is the Athens Marathon the Authentic famous for?
It follows the historical route Pheidippides ran from Marathon to Athens and is one of the most iconic and historic marathons in the world.
When does the Athens Marathon the Authentic usually take place?
The race is usually held in November; the 2024 edition date was 08 November 2026.
What distances are available at the Athens Marathon the Authentic?
The event typically offers Marathon (42.195 km) and Half Marathon (21.0975 km).
Last updated: Jun 5, 2026, 11:56:23 PM
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