Photo: chensiyuan · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Meteora Trail Run
Kalambaka, Greece
Date to be announcedDate TBA
22 km7 km
City RunNature & Off-Road
GRRegional Running Calendar
Running Calendar Races in Thessaly: Races, Trails & Competitions
12 verified events (9 confirmed dates) and 37 races in Races in Thessaly with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events129 confirmed dates
Competitions37Races & courses
Distances1 - 245 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+6,200 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: Michael Gäbler · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Trikala Semi-Marathon
Kalampáka, Greece
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km
City RunNature & Off-Road
Photo: Bob Ramsak · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Mythical Odyssey
Kastráki, Greece
Date to be announcedDate TBA
150 km
Culture & HistoryHigh Altitude+4
Photo: Bob Ramsak · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Olympia Marathon
Olimpia, Greece
November 28, 2026 to November 29, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunCulture & History+2
Photo: Bob Ramsak · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Coast to Coast Race
Ierapetra, Greece
March 21, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km5 km1 km
City RunKids & Youth Races+1
Photo: Athetics123 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Taygetos Challenge
Kardamyli, Greece
March 27, 2027 to March 28, 2027Date confirmed
37 km20 km1.3 km
City RunVertical Race+4
Photo: chensiyuan · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Alexander The Great International Marathon
Pella, Greece
April 4, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km10 km5 km
City RunCulture & History+3
Photo: Michael Gäbler · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Rhodes Marathon
Rhodes, Greece
April 18, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
IslandSeaside & Coast+2
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Meteora Trail Run | Kalambaka, Thessaly, GR | Trail Running | 22 km7 km |
| Date to be announced | Trikala Semi-Marathon | Kalampáka, Thessaly, GR | Road Running | 21.1 km |
| Date to be announced | Mythical Odyssey | Kastráki, Thessaly, GR | Trail Running | 150 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 28, 2026 - Nov 29, 2026 | Olympia Marathon | Olimpia, Western Greece, GR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 21, 2027 | Coast to Coast Race | Ierapetra, Crete, GR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 21.1 km5 km1 km |
| Mar 27, 2027 - Mar 28, 2027 | Taygetos Challenge | Kardamyli, Peloponnese, GR | Trail Running | 37 km20 km1.3 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 4, 2027 | Alexander The Great International Marathon | Pella, GR | Road Running | 42.2 km10 km5 km |
| Apr 18, 2027 | Rhodes Marathon | Rhodes, GR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Apr 25, 2027 | Athens Half Marathon (Poseidon) | Athens, GR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 21.1 km10 km5 km2 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 8, 2027 - May 9, 2027 | Corfu Mountain Trail | Corfu, Ionian Islands, GR | Trail Running | 103 km44 km24 km12 km |
September 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 25, 2027 - Sep 26, 2027 | Spartathlon | Athens, Attica, GR | Road Running | 245 km |
November 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 5, 2027 - Nov 7, 2027 | Sparta Trifecta World Championship | Sparta, Peloponnese, GR | Obstacle Course Racing | 21 km10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Thessaly (Greece, Thessaly) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 37 individual races, including 9 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include Kalambaka, Kalampáka, Kastráki, and Olimpia. Notable events in the selection include Meteora Trail Run, Trikala Semi-Marathon, and Mythical Odyssey.
Race distances span from 1 km to 245 km, reaching up to +6,200 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Thessaly includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Races in Thessaly?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 37 individual races in Races in Thessaly. A total of 9 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Meteora Trail Run, Trikala Semi-Marathon, and Mythical Odyssey.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Thessaly?
Events in Races in Thessaly focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 1 km entry-level races up to 245 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Kalambaka, Kalampáka, Kastráki, and Olimpia.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Thessaly?
The most selective courses in Races in Thessaly climb up to +6,200 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Races in Thessaly?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.