Athens Marathon

Ano Souli, Attica, Greece

26.3 miles (42.3 km) · 978 ft elevation gain · Point to Point · Race

Athens Marathon is a 26.3-mile point-to-point race in Ano Souli, Attica, Greece, gaining 978 feet of elevation. The race follows a back-loaded elevation profile, finishing 189 feet higher than it starts. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 6.5 miles gaining 278 feet at an average 1.5% grade. Nearly the entire route is runnable at a steady effort. The race opens with a gradual descent and finishes with a descent.