Welcome
Welcome to the “Herakleion 10K & 5K Run” which is taking place in the Heraklion city, one of the three regions of Crete island. Being the largest city in Crete, and the fifth in Greece, Heraklion is a city influenced by the Venetian culture. Several sculptures, statues and busts can be found around the city, commemorating significant events and figures of the city’s and island’s history.
Where
Heraklion city, the largest city in the island of Crete.
When
Sunday 26th of April 2015
Why
Take the opportunity to participate in the “Herakleion 10K & 5K Run” and get to experience the unique cultureof the Heraklion city. Racing along the graphic venetian type houses and road, you can see first-hand the world-wide famous Cretan way of life.
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 Heraklion including your entry to the race, to a full vacation plan in Heraklion and the surrounding area!
Moreover, we can offer you training plans, actual training in the streets and routes of Heraklion 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!
Races dateSunday 26th of April 2015
Races: 5km running, 10km running.
Event Schedule (Sunday 26th of April 2015)
Start time of 10km running race: 10.00
Start time of 5km running race: 11.30
Start and finishing points for all the races: Eleftherias Square
Time limitsFor the 10K: 1hour and 20min (till 11.20)
For the 5K: 1hour and 30min (till 13.00)
Entry FeeYour participation to the race is paid and secured by RunninGreece.
The participation includes the following benefits- Commemorative Medal for participation
- RunninGreece t-shirt
- Race bag
- Electronic timing
Deadline registrationRegistration is open until Wednesday, 15th of April 2015 or until a specific number of applications is reached. Participation can be obtained via online registration.
Route
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.
AwardsThe first 3 males and femalesof each race will be given a cup award, a commemorative medal and a diploma. All participants of the 10K and 5K who manage to finish the race will be given a commemorative medal.
Electronic timingAll participants will be timed 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.
Supply stationsFor the 10K: There will be supply stations with water at the 2km, 3.5km, 7km and 8.5km.
For the 5K: There will be supply stations with water at the 2km and 3.5km.
Simple Running Offer: from €40 »
BOOK NOWThe Simple offer is addressed to those who wish to come and stay in Heraklion on their own. This offer is ideal for those who want to experience Heraklion the “running way”, and get the most out of their visit in Heraklion. We have selected the ideal locations for you, and we will suggest you the ideal vacation plan.
It includes:
• all the transportation to/from the starting line and your hotel in Heraklion
• your registration to the race and all the logistics of the race entry
• technical running t-shirt
• special RunninGreece starting pack
• safe keeping of your belonging during the race
• many more like: tips and advice for the specific race, training schedule depending on your personal targets
The Simple offer is addressed to those who wish to come and stay in Heraklion on their own. It includes all the logistics of the race entry, 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 #1: from €85 per night per person »
BOOK NOWThis offer is ideal for those who want to experience Heraklion the “running way”, and get the most out of their visit in Heraklion. We have selected the ideal locations for you, and we will suggest you the ideal vacation plan.
It includes:
• all the transportation to/from the starting line and your hotel in Heraklion
• accommodation and hotel arrangements in Heraklion in 3star hotel
• your registration to the race and all the logistics of the race entry
• technical running t-shirt
• special RunninGreece starting pack
• safe keeping of your belonging during the race
• many more like: tips and advice for the specific race, training schedule depending on your personal targets
It starts from €95 per person (runner or not) per night for accommodation in a 3star or equivalent hotel. If you wish to stay longer in Heraklion, you may add as many nights as you want for an additional €35 per night per person.
Running Offer #2: from €160 per person (one night accommodation and transportation) »
BOOK NOWThis offer is ideal for those who want to experience Heraklion the “running way”, and get the most out of their visit in Heraklion. We have selected the ideal locations for you, and we will suggest you the ideal vacation plan.
It includes:
• transporation to/from Athens to Heraklion
• hotel arrangements in Heraklion in 3star hotel
• your registration to the race and all the logistics of the race entry
• technical running t-shirt
• special RunninGreece starting pack
• safe keeping of your belonging during the race
• many more like: tips and advice for the specific race, training schedule depending on your personal targets
It starts from €160 per person (runner or not) per night for accommodation in a 3star or equivalent hotel. If you wish to stay longer in Heraklion, you may add as many nights as you want for an additional €35 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 Heraklion, 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, 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 Heraklion.
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, 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 Heraklion.
Crete’s sense of mystery is extremely deep. Whoever sets foot on this island senses a mysterious force branching warmly and beneficiently through his veins and his soul beginning to grow. (Nikos Kazantzakis, Report to Greco)
Crete is the place where myths look like history and history is like a myth. From the distant past to the present day, every place on the island has a short or long story to tell. It is the largest island in Greece and the second largest after Cyprus in the Eastern Mediterranean. Steeped in history and culture, scented by thyme and wild herbs, Crete still has enough paradise to offer with its abundance of myths, legends and history, a breathtaking landscape, an exceptional blend of past and present, and a plentitude of choices.
Dramatic mountain ranges are dotted with caves and sliced by deep gorges, and its rugged interior is blanketed in olive groves, wild flowers and aromatic herbs.
The proud and hospitable Cretan people are famous for its culture, innovative spirit and nutritional habits. Crete combines mountains and magnificent beaches organized or secluded, sandy or pebbled. Tradition is an integral part of the Cretan soul, which thankfully never abandoned its past and serves it on any occasion.
The healthiest cuisine in the world, the Mediterranean, based on the olive oil, wine, cereal, creamery, fruits and vegetables is nothing else, but the Cretan diet. The Cretan diet is not just a variety of dishes laid on the table. It comprises a whole philosophy of life and represents the lifestyle of the Cretan people.
Heraklion s the largest city and the administrative capital of the island of Crete, Greece. It is one of the largest cities in Greece. The Bronze Age palace of Knossos, also known as the Palace of Minos, is located nearby. Heraklion is close to the ruins of the palace of Knossos, which in Minoan times was the largest centre of population on Crete. Though there is no archaeological evidence of it, Knossos may well have had a port at the site of Heraklion as long ago as 2000 BC.
History is very much alive in the old town of Heraklion, just like in most Greek cities.
From the old Venetian Harbour, the August 25th Str., leads to the old town's centre. The central square while surrounded by cafes, stores and restaurants, is dominated by the fountain of the Lions, built by Morozini the venetian governor in 1628. The Town Hall, is today housed in the Venetian Loggia, a building from the same era and next to it, the plateau and the cathedral of AgiosTitos an exceptional monument from the Byzantine era.
From the central square the street of the "Central Market" ends at "Kornarou Square" with the coffee house, housed at "Koubes" a Turkish fountain and next to it the "Bembo fountain" built by a Venetian nobleman. To the left "Averof Str." leads to "Eleftherias square" , Heraklion's main square where the Archaeological museum stands and to the right 'Kyrillou Loukareos Street" leads to Agios Minas cathedral and Agia Aikaterini Museum.
