The Olympia International Marathon is organized by the "OLYMPIA MARATHON" Association, in collaboration with the Western Greece Region, the Municipality of Ancient Olympia, the Municipality of Ilida, SGT Tsomokos, and the Northern Peloponnese Chapter of the Hellenic Athletics Federation (EAS SEGAS).
The event is conducted under the terms of the General Regulations for the Organization of Championships and Competitions of SEGAS and in accordance with the official regulations of World Athletics.
AGE REQUIREMENTS
- Marathon & Half Marathon: Participants must be 18 years of age or older.
- Ancient Ilida - Amaliada 12,600m Race: Participants must be 12 years of age or older.
- 3,000m Family Run: Open to participants of all ages.
Note on Minors: For all participants under the age of 18, a parent or legal guardian must provide consent by completing the relevant sections of the registration form.
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Participation forms for all races will be accepted until November 8, 2025.
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Participants must declare they participate in the "Race" at their own absolute personal risk and responsibility.
- Participants must have undergone all the necessary medical examinations and cardiological screening.
- Participants are requested to declare that all information provided in the participation form is true and accurate.
- Participants waive any claim against the organizers of the “race” for any physical or other injury or damage from any cause, and consent to the free use of their name/image by the Media, the Organizer and the sponsors of the “race” for promotional purposes.
- Participants are requested to declare that under no circumstances will I transfer the race number assigned to me by the Organizing Committee to any other individual for the purpose of their participation in the "Race".
- Participants accept all of the above conditions of participation.
Individual Registrations
This category applies to participants who register on their own.
- Collection by the Participant: To receive their participation package, individuals must present:
- A valid form of photo identification (e.g., National ID Card, Passport).
- Proof of payment of the participation fee.
- Collection by Proxy: If a participant is unable to collect their own package, they may authorize a representative to do so. The representative must present:
- Their own valid photo identification.
- A photocopy of the registered participant's identification.
- Minor Participants: Minors registered individually must present a valid form of official identification (e.g., student ID, passport, or an official certificate of identity) to collect their participation package.
Group Registrations
This category applies to teams of ten (10) or more and is available to sports clubs, running associations, companies, schools, public or private organizations, and other formal or informal groups.
- Team Leader Designation: Each group must appoint a Team Leader who will serve as the official representative for the team in all matters concerning the event. The Team Leader may also be a participant in the race.
- Collection by Team Leader: The Team Leader is responsible for collecting the participation packages for the entire group. For collection, the Team Leader must present:
- Their own valid photo identification.
- Proof of payment for the group's total participation fee.
- Collection by a Group Representative: In the event the Team Leader is unable to collect the packages, an alternate representative must be formally designated by the team. This representative must present their own valid photo identification and the group's proof of payment.
Inclusion of Minors in a Group: If a group includes participants under the age of 18, their registration is only considered valid when the Team Leader submits the required participation form for each minor, fully completed with the personal information and contact details of their parent or legal guardian. This action serves as confirmation of parental/guardian consent and authorizes the Team Leader to collect the minor's participation package.
Payment must be made online via credit or debit card at the time of registration.
ATTENTION
The (online) payment of the participation fee constitutes a precondition of valid participation in the race
Cancellations of participation are accepted until November 8, 2025, and only upon written request. No cancellation requests can be accepted after 11/8/25. Refunds will be made within one month after the race.
A service invoice (with the 24% VAT as provided for by Greek law) can only be issued upon request.
Participants must use the special plastic bag provided by the organizers for their belongings. Bags can be dropped off at the designated area near the start line up to 30 minutes before the race and collected from the same area post-race by showing the participation number.
ATTENTION
- No other types of backpacks or bags will be accepted.
- Your participation number must be clearly written on the outside of the bag.
- DO NOT store travel documents, valuables, money or medication in the special plastic bag. The organization is not liable for any loss of valuable items.
Participants are requested to arrive at the START area at least an hour before the beginning of the race.
Participants are responsible for arriving at the START area by their own means.
Medical support will be available at the start/finish areas and at support stations along the course. Participants compete at their own risk, and the organization is not liable for any health incidents resulting from a pre-existing condition or lack of a preventative medical check-up. Minor runners participate under the sole responsibility of their parents/guardians.
Please ensure that you have undergone a recent, complete medical examination.
In compliance with national and international regulations, doping control will be conducted by the Hellenic Anti-Doping Agency (HADA) at the Marathon and Half Marathon events.
Kilometer markers / kilometer.
Olympia International Marathon 42,195m.: 360'
Half Marathon 21,097.5m: 180'
Ancient Elis - Amaliada 12,600m Race: 150'
3,000m Family Run: 40'
Adaptive 1,000m. Run: 30'
Marathon 42,195m: START, 10th km., 21.1th km., 30th km., 40th km., FINISH
Half Marathon 21,097.5m: START, 5th km., 10th km., FINISH
Ancient Ilida - Amaliada 12,600m Race: START, FINISH
3,000m Family Run: START, FINISH
ATTENTION
Participants who do not register at all electronic checkpoints will be disqualified.
NOTE
Detailed information on the above will be provided in the Technical Instructions that participating runners will receive via email.
Unofficial results are announced online immediately after the end of each race.
All participants have the right to appeal within ten (10) working days after the end of the race. Official results are announced within fifteen (15) working days after the end of the race.
Olympia Marathon / Half Marathon / 3,000m Family Run / Adaptive 1,000m Run
Ancient Olympia Town Hall, Multipurpose Hall (Ground Floor)
Saturday, 29/11/2025, 10:00 - 19:00
Ancient Ilida - Amaliada 12,600m Race
Event kiosk, Agios Athanasios Square, Amaliada
Friday, 28/11/2025, 18:00 - 20:00
Saturday, 29/11/2025, 10:00 - 12:00