Every 2nd Sunday of November in Athens, it is taking place the biggest, if not the biggest, sport, cultural, and tourism event in terms of status, equity, social contributions, media attention and governmental support: Athens Marathon. The Authentic (AMA).
Athens attracts the attention of the world running community with the staging of the 34th Athens Marathon on the authentic course of 42,195 meters from Marathon to the Panathinaic Stadium, located on the site of an ancient stadium that for many centuries hosted games in which athletes in track events, athletics championships as we would call them today.Athens Marathon is a hard, demanding, exhausting course, but yet unique for every participant and spectator. The Authentic Athens Marathon is a bridge that unifies the legend with history, it showcases the strength of human will, it is a fountain of values, of social liability, environmental sensitivity, friendship and solidarity!
Every year, there has been a steady increase of runners arriving from all corners of the globe. It became apparent that the runners coming to Athens from abroad in order to participate in the Athens Marathon event were interested in the total experience of their visit that will allow them to get acquainted with Greek history, culture and natural beauties of Greece. Thus, for Athens Marathon participants coming from abroad, it is worth noting the new Premium Registration & Hospitality Program 2016 (PRHP) that takes the visitor quite a few steps further into the contemporary and ancient Greek cultures, the Greek gastronomy through thematic dinners, private tours to archaeological sites and museums, wine tastings and exciting ventures.
Athens Marathon is a unique chance to live the whole authentic experience and take your place in Marathon History!Live it!