Welcome
Welcome to the 4th Thessaloniki International Half Marathon, offering the opportunity to runners to enjoy a beautiful and flat route along the coastline of Thessaloniki, where the enduring symbols of a glorious history are visible.
What: Half Marathon, 5k Street Running Race
Where
Thessaloniki, the second-largest city in Greece and the capital of the region of Central Macedonia (520 km. north of Athens)
When: Saturday 10th of October 2015
Why
Because it is the best way to combine running in a beautiful route and exploring 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. 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. For 2013 National Geographic Magazine included Thessaloniki in its top tourist destinations the world over. It is also a very lively city with numerous cafes, bars, restaurants and numerous attractions.
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 6978 524 433
Or email: info[@]runningreece.com
We are looking forward to hearing from you!
Happy runs!
Races date: Saturday, 10th of October 2015
Races: Half Marathon, 5k Street Running Race
Entry Fee: Your participation to the race is paid and secured by RunninGreece.
The participation includes the following benefits- Electronic timer (official time and place)
- Participation diploma
- Commemorative Medal for participation
- Commemorative t-shirt
Registrations due dateRegistration is open until Monday, 14th of September 2015 or until a specific number of applications is reached.
Event Schedule Saturday 10th of October
• Start time of the Half Marathon: 18.45
Starting and Finishing Point: The race starts at Nikis Avenue and finishes in front of the White Tower.
Time limit: 3hours (till 21.45)
Route: The Halfmarathon route follows the streets Nikis Avenue, Alexander The Great Avenue, Georgiou Papandreou, Koromila, Vasilisis Olgas Avenue, Vasileos Georgiou Avenue, Andronikou, Tsimiski, Politechniou, Kountouriotou Avenue, Salaminos, Nikis Avenue where the athletes finish in front of the White Tower, after two rounds.
You can see the route in the picture below
• Start time of the 5K Running Race: 21.15
Starting and Finishing Point: The race starts at the City Hall and finishes in front of the White Tower.
Route: The 5.000m route follows the streets Vasileos Georgiou Avenue, Andronikou Tsimiski, Politechniou, Karatasou, Kountouriotou Avenue and Nikis Avenue, where the participants finish in front of the White Tower (the whole route runs in parallel with the Halfmarathon route, having the same finish, the White Tower).
Time limit: 90min (till 22.45)
In order to participate in the 5K Road race, the athletes have to be at least 12 years old (to be born in 2002 or earlier)
Awards & PrizesMedal Awards (medals and certificates) will be awarded to the first three winners of the general rank of each race for both Men and Women. Cups will be awarded only to the first Man and the first Woman of each race.A commemorative medal will be given also to all participants.
The first 3winners of the general classification will be awarded:
| Half Marathon Race |
| Position |
Men |
Women |
| 1st |
500€ |
500€ |
| 2nd |
400€ |
400€ |
| 3rd |
300€ |
300€ |
The athletes who will be ranked in these positions are entitled to the prize funds only if they have achieved a record under 1:14.00 for Men and under 1:30.00 for Women.
The first three winners of the general classification of the 5.000m. Health and Power Walking Race will be awarded:
| 5Km Race |
| Position |
Men |
Women |
| 1st |
200€ |
200€ |
| 2nd |
150€ |
150€ |
| 3rd |
100€ |
100€ |
All the above funds - prizes of athletes are subject to reservation of 20% according to the Greek legislation.
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.
Electronic timingAll participants will be timed using an electronic timing system.
Aid StationsAlong the HalfMarathon and 5.000m course there will be Refueling Stops (support stations).
Bottled water will be given to all athletes at the start, at the finish as well as at the support stations throughout the route.
Simple Running Offer: from €50 »
BOOK NOWThe Simple offer is addressed to those who wish to come and stay in Thessaloniki on their own. This offer is ideal for those who want to experience Thessaloniki the “running way”, and get the most out of their visit in Thessaloniki. We have selected the ideal locations for you, and we will suggest you the ideal vacation plan.
It includes:
- BIB number
- Timing Chip
- Commemorative Medal for participation
- Technical running t-shirt
- Sports bag with commemorative gifts
- Water, Juices & Medical Services during & after the race
- all the transportation to/from the starting line and your hotel in Thessaloniki
- your registration to the race and all the logistics of the race entry
- 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 Thessaloniki 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 (one night accomodation): from €90 »
BOOK NOWThis offer is ideal for those who want to experience Thessaloniki the “running way”, and get the most out of their visit in Thessaloniki. We have selected the ideal locations for you, and we will suggest you the ideal vacation plan.
It includes:
- Hotel accommodation in 3* or equivalent hotel in Thessaloniki
- The registration and all the logistics of the race entry
- Special RunninGreece starting pack
- Technical t-shirt
- Commemorative diploma for participation
- Transportation to and from the starting line (where needed)
- 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 €90 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 €40 per night per person.
Running Offer #2 Thessaloniki weekend (with transportation from Athens and two nights’ accommodation): from €200 »
BOOK NOWThis 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 selected the ideal locations for you, and we will suggest you the ideal vacation plan.
It includes:- Transportation from Athens to Thessaloniki (and return) by train
- Hotel accommodation in 3* or equivalent hotel in Thessaloniki
- The registration and all the logistics of the race entry
- Special RunninGreece starting pack
- Techincal t-shirt
- Commemorative diploma for participation
- Transportation to and from the starting line (where needed)
- 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 €200 per person (runner or not) for a three days/two-night accommodation in a 3star hotel. If you wish to stay longer, you may add as many nights as you want for an additional €40 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 Thessaloniki, 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 Thessaloniki.
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 Thessaloniki.
Thessaloniki is the largest city in Macedonia and the second largest in Greece. It is one of the Greek cities with the richest histories, and following the end of the First Balkan War has been considered the most influential city in Macedonia.
The enduring symbols of a glorious history are visible everywhere, such as 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 is home to numerous notable Byzantine monuments, as well as several Roman, Ottoman and Sephardic Jewish structures. 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.
Navarino Square is considered the most vibrant square of Thessaloniki, where young people meet with many cafes and restaurants. Visitors can find the Galerius Palace complex with the Rotunda, the Arch of Galerius and the palace. It is also worth visiting Agia Sophia, an UNESCO Heritage site. Visitors should not forget to take a walk at the recently renovated Thessaloniki Port with the Cinema and Photography Museum and dine at one of the plenty restaurants in Ladadika, the old oil market, and experience the unique Thessaloniki at its food markets.
Thessaloniki is famous for its intense nightlife and the countless entertainment choices it offers for every taste and at all hours and days of the week. In fact, the city is alive almost every night! Gastronomy, events, world-class heritage sites, shopping are some of the things that visitors can indulge in. The compact size of the city and the walking distance proximity of the top-attractions make Thessaloniki an ideal city-break destination.
