WelcomeThe “2
nd Plastira Lake Trail Race” offers you the opportunity to run in the unique natural environment of Plastira Lake, which is known for its wild beauty of the mountains and its virgin steep paths with spectacular views of the lake.
WhatMountain Trail Races of 20km & 10km
WherePlastira Lake, a beautiful artificial lake in the centre of Greece, near the city of Karditsa
WhenSunday, 29
th of April 2018
WhyBecause runners will have the opportunity to run in an area of infinite natural beauty and test their limits, with a route characterized as a unique experience.
HowContact us and we will make you an unbeatable offer to suit your needs and preferences:
We offer several options varying from short weekend breaks in the region of Lake Plastira, including your entry to the race, to a full vacation plan in Palstira Lake and the surrounding area!
Moreover, we can offer you training plans, actual training in the routes of Plastira Lake and, of course, we will run with you!
For more information and detail please call: +30 6978 524 433
Or email: info[@]runningreece.com
We are looking forward to hearing from you!
Happy runs!
Date of RacesSunday, 29
th of April 2018
RacesTrail Races of 20km & 10km
Entry FeeYour participation in the race is paid and secured by RunninGreece.
The participation includes the following benefits- Commemorative t-shirt of the race
- BIB number
- Electronic timing
- Commemorative medal
- Water and snack supply
- Light post – race meal
Deadline for RegistrationsRegistration is open until Thursday, 19
th of April 2018 or until a specific number of applications is reached.
Event Schedule10:00 am 20km Trail Race Start
10:10 am 10km Trail Race Start
Health CoverageIn any case all runners participate solely at their own risk. The organizers have no responsibility for whatever happens to the runners related to health issues or is due to lack of preventive medical check. It is highly recommended that the participants undergo a thorough medical examination before entering the race. The organizers will not ask for medical certificates from any athlete (male and female), since they all participate at their own exclusive risk and responsibility (children are at the liability of their parents or guardians). We will also provide offers for special health checkup for all runners, and members of their families.
The Organising Committee is responsible to provide medical service to the runners by organising and operating medical stations and units at the start, the finish and throughout the course.
Electronic TimingAll participants will be timed by a timing company using an electronic timing system. For this reason, the runners must wear the timing chip they will receive from the registration center together with the participation number.
Attention: Your time will not be registered and will not be included in the results if you do not have the timing chip attached to your shoe and not pass over the timing mats.
AwardsIndividual:Awards will be given to:
-The first three (3) runners of the general group (10km – 20km)
-The first three (3) runners, aged to 29 years old (10km – 20km)
-The first three (3) runners, aged from 30 to 39 years old (10km – 20km)
-The first three (3) runners, aged from 40 to 49 years old (10km – 20km)
-The first three (3) runners, aged from 50 years old and older (10km – 20km)
Men and women will be awarded separately. The three athletes who will be awarded at the general group, will be excluded from their age group Team:
-The club with the most participants will be awarded
Commemorative medal will be given to all runners who will finish the race.
Routes·
Start time of the 20km Trail Race: 10:00 am
Start Line: The 20km Trail Race starts from the Botanical Garden of Lake Plastira.
Course: The route is characterized by a moderate degree of difficulty, and is mostly on forest roads, without particularly difficult technical pieces. The race starts at the Botanical Garden of Lake Plastira in 790m altitude and continues for 3km in the forest’s cycle path. Then we enter a forest road and a path to Neraida village. 6km later we reach the highest altitude of the route at 1165m. Until the 12km of the route we run a forest road with small altitude fluctuations. From the 15km until the 20km, the course is downhill mainly in a forest road until the finish of the route, at the Botanical Garden.
Finish Line: The finish line is at the Botanical Garden of Lake Plastira, where the race started.
A kilometer index is found at every kilometer along the course.
Time Limit: The time limit for each runner to complete the 20km Trail Race is set at 4 hours. All runners should finish by 14:00 pm.
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Start time of the 10km Trail Race: 10:10 am
Start Line: The 10km Trail Race starts from the Botanical Garden of Lake Plastira.
Course: The route starts from the Botanical Garden of Lake Plastira on an altitude of 790m and continues in the forest’s cycle path. After 5km we reach the cyclic reversal point and we return to the Botanical Garden where the finish of the race will be. The route is lakeside, with very slight altitude fluctuations and is characterized by a low degree of difficulty.
Finish Line: The finish line is at the Botanical Garden of Lake Plastira, where the race started.
A kilometer index is found at every kilometer along the course.
There is
NO time limit for this race.
Simple Running Offer: from €20 »
BOOK NOW
The Simple offer is addressed to those who wish to come and stay in Plastira Lake on their own. It includes all the logistics of the race entry, pasta party, transportation to and from the starting line, tips and advice for the specific race, training schedule depending on your personal targets and safe keeping of your belonging during the race. If you really want to feel like a champion, we are here to support you!
Running Offer: from €150 »
BOOK NOW
This offer is ideal for those who want to experience Greece the "running way", and get the most out of their visit in Plastira Lake. We have selected the ideal locations for you, and we will suggest you the ideal vacation plan. It includes the round trip from your hotel to starting line and the hotel arrangements in Plastira Lake. It also includes your registration to the race and all the logistics of the race entry, pasta party, transportation to and from the starting line, tips and advice for the specific race, training schedule depending on your personal targets, safe keeping of your belonging during the race, suggested vacation plan for all the days that you will be in Athens, and many more! It starts from €150 per person (runner or not) for a three days/two-nights accommodation in a 4star hotel. If you wish to stay longer, you may add as many nights as you want for an additional €50 per night per person.
Special Running Offer »
Get a Custom QuotePlease tell us all your requirements and preferences, how many days you want to spend in Plastira Lake, what other places you wish to visit and we will come back with a tailor-made offer specific for you! We can add trainings, running tours, car/bike rental, excursions, family activities and many more. In any case our offer will include the hotel arrangements, transportation to and from your hotel, participation to the race and all the logistics of the race entry, pasta party, transportation to and from the starting line, tips and advice for the specific race, training schedule depending on your personal targets, safe keeping of your belonging during the race and suggested vacation plan for all the days that you will be in Plastira Lake.
Group Running Offer »
Get a Custom QuoteIf you are a group of people, please tell us all your requirements, how many of you are running, what you like and what you do not like and we will come back with a tailor-made offer specific for you and your company! We can add trainings, running tours, car/bike rental, excursions, family activities and many more. In any case our offer will include the hotel arrangements, transportation to and from your hotel, participation to the race and all the logistics of the race entry, pasta party, transportation to and from the starting line, tips and advice for the specific race, training schedule depending on your personal targets, safe keeping of your belonging during the race and suggested vacation plan for all the days that you will be in Plastira Lake.
Plastira Lake is an artificial lake completely harmonized with the natural landscape, rich in sightseeing and ideal for mountain activities. The remarkable dam at Kakavakia gave life to the lake, which is impressively framed by the Agrafa peaks, foul with firs. Some of the activities waiting for you are bicycling around or even in the lake, kayak, mountain sports, horse riding and 4x4.
The lake was an idea of the well known Greek general, Nikolao Plastira, at 1928. Years later, the dam and the lake became reality and the general gave his name to the lake, as he didn’t live enough to admire it. Clear blue water, wonderful watersides, firs and colorful people enjoying in every way the seductive landscape of the mountain lake, this is Palstira Lake.
The region is also foul of activities. Mountain sports, cycling, horse riding, kayak and cycling in the crystal clear waters of the lake, or for the more adventurous paraglide and glider. You may also cross the canyon of the Big Rema. Using your own equipment or renting it from one of the many companies in the area, be ready for new adventures at the Plastira Lake.
The region of the lake is also known for its delicious dishes. Enjoy roasted and cooked meat, grilled trout and traditional cooked dishes and accompany them with some Melenikola wine. The traditional, stone-made taverns are famous for their great food and hospitality. In the morning or early in the afternoon visit one of the many cafes alongside the lake to enjoy your coffee.
