Thessaloniki
The International Alexander the Great Marathon is the second best marathon race in Greece after the Athens Classic Marathon and ideal for great records, due to its’ small altitude fluctuations and the long straight street. Runners will enjoy a fantastic route as they start from Pella, in front of the historic statue of Alexander the Great and they finish at the White Tower, the landmark of Thessaloniki standing on the city's waterfront.
Welcome
Welcome to the International "Alexander the Great" Marathon one of the most popular and fastest marathon races in Greece. It is a race of low difficulty, ideal for a personal best! Its main characteristics are the small altitude fluctuations and the long straight street that make it ideal for great records. The race starts from Pella, in front of the statue of Alexander the Great and it finishes at the well-known White Tower in the seaside of the Thessaloniki. If you are not ready for a marathon yet you can participate in the 10K or the 5K road race! The finishing line of all races is in front of the White Tower one of the hot spots of Thesaloniki!
What
Marathon, 10km, 5km and 1000m for Primary School Students & Social Offer races will be conducted that day.
As far as the 1000m race is concerned, which is dedicated to the environment, people of any age can participate, and contribute to the social objective of the race.
Where
From Pella to Thessaloniki; Thessaloniki (520 km. north of Athens) is the second-largest city in Greece and the capital of the geographic region of Macedonia.
The Marathon race starts at the Central Square of the Municipality of Pella in front of the statue of the "Alexander the Great". The 10Km Road Race starts at the Municipal Stadium of Ampelokipi. The 5Km Road Race starts at Central Ampelokipi Square. The 1000m Road Race of Primary School Students and Social Offer starts at Nikis Avenue, at Aristotelous Square. All races finish at Thessaloniki coast line – White Tower.
When
The International "Alexander the Great" Marathon takes place on Sunday, 1st of April 2018.
Why
Because it is the best way to explore one of the most interesting, exciting and historic cities. Thessaloniki's history spans some 2,300 years. An important metropolis by the Roman period, Thessaloniki was the second largest and wealthiest city of the Byzantine Empire.
Thessaloniki is home to numerous notable Byzantine monuments, as well as several Roman, Ottoman and Sephardic Jewish structures. In addition to its historic roots, Thessaloniki is also a very popular tourist destination in Greece. In 2010, Lonely Planet ranked Thessaloniki as the world's fifth-best party city worldwide, comparable to other cities such as Dubai and Montreal.
The National Geographic Magazine for the year 2013 included Thessaloniki in its world’s top tourist destinations. It is also a very lively city with numerous cafes, bars, restaurants and numerous attractions.
In addition to the above the event itself is one of the most popular in Greece and its flat route is ideal for achieving a personal best! All routes are crossing the center of Thessaloniki and finish at the famous White Tower.
How
Contact 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 Thessaloniki including your entry to the race, to a full vacation plan in Thessaloniki and the surrounding area!
Moreover, we can offer you training plans, actual training in the streets and routes of Thessaloniki and of course we will run with you!
For more information and detail please call: +30 6975 524 433
Or email: info[@]runningreece.com
We are looking forward to hearing from you!
Happy runs!
Simple Running Offer: from €40 per person »
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The Simple offer is addressed to those who wish to come and stay in Thessaloniki on their own. It includes:- The registration and all the logistics of the race entry- Special RunninGreece starting pack- Technical t-shirt- Commemorative diploma for participation- Tips and advice for the specific race- Training schedule depending on your personal targets- Safe keeping of clothing and personal belongings during the race. If you really want to feel like a champion, we are here to support you!
Running Offer #1 (The running experience): from €80 per person » BOOK NOW
This offer is ideal for those who want to experience Thessaloniki the “running way”, and get the most out of their visit in the historic city of ThessalonikiWe have selected the ideal locations for you, and we will suggest you the ideal vacation plan. It includes:- Hotel accommodation in Thessaloniki for one night in one of the following hotels: Plaza Hotel***- The registration and all the logistics of the race entry- Special RunninGreece starting pack- Technical t-shirt- Commemorative diploma for participation- Tips and advice for the specific race- Training schedule depending on your personal targets- Safe keeping of clothing and personal belongings during the race. It starts from €80 per person (runner or not) for a two days/one-night accommodation in a 3star or equivalent hotel. If you wish to stay longer, you may add as many nights as you want for an additional €35 per night per person.
Running Offer #2 (The Thessaloniki Running Break): from €99 per person » 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 Thessaloniki. We have planned the perfect weekend city break.We have selected the ideal locations for you, and we will suggest you the ideal vacation plan in order to rest, enjoy and gain unforgettable memories. It includes:- Hotel accommodation in Thessaloniki for two nights in one of the following hotels:- City Hotel ****- The registration and all the logistics of the race entry- Special RunninGreece starting pack- Technical t-shirt- Commemorative diploma for participation- Tips and advice for the specific race- Training schedule depending on your personal targets- Safe keeping of clothing and personal belongings during the race. It starts from €80 per person (runner or not) for a two days/one night accommodation in a 4star hotel or equivalent. If you wish to stay longer, you may add as many nights as you want for an additional €50 per night per person.
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This offer is ideal for those who want to experience Greece the “running way”, and get the most out of their visit in Thessaloniki. We have planned the perfect weekend city break.We have selected the ideal locations for you, and we will suggest you the ideal vacation plan in order to rest, enjoy and gain unforgettable memories.
It includes:- Hotel accommodation in Thessaloniki for two nights in one of the following hotels:- Excelsior Hotel *****- The registration and all the logistics of the race entry- Special RunninGreece starting pack- Technical t-shirt- Commemorative diploma for participation- Tips and advice for the specific race- Training schedule depending on your personal targets- Safe keeping of clothing and personal belongings during the race. It starts from €120 per person (runner or not) for a two days/one night accommodation in a 5star hotel or equivalent. If you wish to stay longer, you may add as many nights as you want for an additional €75 per night per person.
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This offer is ideal for those who want to experience Greece and get the most out of their visit in Thessaloniki. We have planned the perfect 4 days city break.
We have selected the ideal locations for you, and we will suggest you the ideal vacation plan in order to rest, enjoy and gain unforgettable memories.
It includes:
- Hotel accommodation in Thessaloniki for four nights in one of the following hotels:
- Excelsior Hotel *****
- The registration and all the logistics of the race entry
- Special RunninGreece starting pack
- Technical t-shirt
- Commemorative diploma for participation
- Tips and advice for the specific race
- Training schedule depending on your personal targets
- Safekeeping of clothing and personal belongings during the race.
It starts from €290 per person (runner or not) for four nights accommodation in a 4-star or better hotel or equivalent.
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 Quote
Please tell us all your requirements and preferences, how many days you want to spend in Athens, what other places you wish to visit, activities that you would like to book, and we will come back with a tailor-made offer specifically for you!We can add training, running tours, car/bike rental, excursions, family activities and many more. We will also offer you the best possible the hotel arrangement, transportation to and from your hotel, participation to any event and all the logistics of the event registration, tips and advice for the specific race, training schedule depending on your personal targets, and suggested vacation plan for all the days that you will be in Athens.
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If you are a group, a running club, a team or a company, please tell us all your requirements, activities that you wish to join, the objective of your trip, what you like and what you do not like and we will come back with a tailor-made offer specifically for you and your company!
We do have strong experience working with running clubs, athletics teams, running camps, corporate meeting, wellness and sports camps and more.
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In Travel Offers we have handpicked our favorite locations, destinations, and activities to make this trip an unforgettable experience to you. However, we understand that you might want to make your own search and selection. This is why we have gathered in one place all available accommodation options from all different providers. From 5 star hotels to Airbnb small apartments you can find everything here.
Please be reminded that in all our Travel Offers event registration is either included or complimentary. However, if you book through this service you still need to register for the event selecting our Simple Running Offer option.Of course, you can still use our service even if you do not participate in an event or register through another service.
Either you select one of the above options or one of the Travel Offers we have prepared for you our team is here to support you. Please be reminded that we can also help you with activities, tours and more.
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Thessaloniki (520 km. north of Athens) is the second-largest city in Greece and the capital of the geographic region of Macedonia. In 2010, Lonely Planet ranked Thessaloniki as the world's fifth-best party city worldwide, comparable to other cities such as Dubai and Montreal. For 2013 National Geographic Magazine included Thessaloniki in its top tourist destinations worldwide. In 2014 Thessaloniki will be the European Youth Capital.It is a city of diverse beauty and hospitable people. Built near the sea (at the back of the Thermaïkos Gulf), it is a modern metropolis bearing the marks of its stormy history and its cosmopolitan character, which give it a special beauty and charm. Thessaloniki has always been a crossroad of civilizations, a place where the East and West meets, where great cultures and religions have been mixed. Gastronomy, events, world-class heritage sites, shopping are some of the things that visitors can indulge in. Some of the enduring symbols of a glorious history that visitors should not miss are the White Tower, watching over the cafe-lined waterfront, erstwhile Ottoman hammams (Turkish baths), many turned into art galleries, and lengthy Byzantine walls culminating at the Ano Poli (Upper Town), an enchanting neighbourhood of colourful old houses, where little Byzantine churches peek from winding alleyways. Thessaloniki’s grand-scale structures include the 5th-century Church of Agios Dimitrios, the enormous Roman Rotunda, and Roman Emperor Galerius’ 3rd-century palace ruins.Thessaloniki offers the best nightlife, shopping, fine dining and cultural events outside of Athens and also the distinctive student vibe is an integral part of its charm as the city hosts around 80,000 university students. The compact size of the city and the walking distance proximity of the top-attractions make Thessaloniki an ideal city-break destination. Thessaloniki thus remains lively during the long months when the more touristy parts of Greece hibernate. And, though one could easily spend weeks here, Thessaloniki and its sights are compact enough for travellers with only a few days to spare.
