Trail Running

Taygetos Challenge

Trail Running covering 1.3 km to 37 km with up to 2,300 m D+ in Kardamyli (Peloponnese, Greece)

LocationKardamyli, Peloponnese, GreeceShow on map(36.8864° N, 22.2325° E)
Date & StatusMarch 27, 2027 to March 28, 2027Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +2,300 m

Taygetos Challenge is an endurance sporting event in Kardamyli, Peloponnese, GR focused on Trail Running. Key features include City Run, Vertical Race, Mountain, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Taygetos Marathon 37 km (37 km, +2,300 m D+), Taygetos Experience 20 km (20 km, +1,150 m D+), and Vertical Speed 650 m (1.3 km, +650 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed from March 27, 2027 to March 28, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (taygetoschallenge.com).

Official website
Taygetos Challenge in Kardamyli (Work: "David Kelleher representing Republic of Ireland and Stuart McNally representing Great Britain competing in the World Masters Mountain Running Championships in 2022", Photo: Athetics123, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"David Kelleher representing Republic of Ireland and Stuart McNally representing Great Britain competing in the World Masters Mountain Running Championships in 2022" · Photo: Athetics123 · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

City RunVertical RaceMountainHigh AltitudeMulti-DayNature & Off-Road

Races & distances (3)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Taygetos Marathon 37 kmTrail Running37 km+2,300 m1,150 m - 2,116 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Taygetos Experience 20 kmTrail Running20 km+1,150 m1,153 m - 1,636 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Vertical Speed 650 mTrail Running1.3 km+650 m1,156 m - 1,429 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
37 km
Elevation gain
+2,300 m D+
Elevation loss
-2,300 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 2,116 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
12.4 % / 22.3 %
Course format
Loop course
37 km+2,300 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N5101520253035FS36.8864° N, 22.2325° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 2,116 m above sea level (+2,300 m D+, -2,300 m D-)

Peak: 2,116 m·at 10.2 km·Ø 12.4 %
1,150 m1,472 m1,794 m2,116 m0 km7.4 km14.8 km22.2 km29.6 km37 km2,116 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Taygetos Challenge take place?

Taygetos Challenge takes place in Kardamyli, Peloponnese, GR (start area at coordinates 36.8864° N, 22.2325° E). The next edition is officially confirmed from March 27, 2027 to March 28, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Taygetos Challenge?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Taygetos Marathon 37 km (37 km, +2,300 m D+), Taygetos Experience 20 km (20 km, +1,150 m D+), and Vertical Speed 650 m (1.3 km, +650 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Taygetos Challenge?

The main competition (Taygetos Marathon 37 km over 37 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,300 m of elevation gain and -2,300 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 2,116 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Taygetos Challenge?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (taygetoschallenge.com).