Welcome
Welcome to the “Lycabetus Hill-the best view of Athens-Run Race” offering the chance to enjoy a beautiful route in a unique neighborhood, in the pulsing heart of Athens, just steps away from Kolonaki’s alluring shops, museums, galleries and eateries.
What
11km, 5,5km, 9km Trail, 4,5km Trail, Road Relays 22km (4x5,5)
Where
Lycabetus Hill, the highest point of Athens from a lower terminus at Kolonaki
When
Sunday, 28th of February 2016
Why
Participating in “Lycabetus Hill-the best view of Athens-Run Race” provides a remarkable occasion for runners to run along a beautiful route at central Athens’ most exclusive quarter.
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 Athens including your entry to the race, to a full vacation plan in Athens and the surrounding area!
Moreover, we can offer you training plans, actual training in the streets and routes of Athens 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!
Race Date
Sunday, 28th of February 2016
Races
11km, 5,5km, 9km Trail, 4,5km Trail, Road Relays 22km (4x5,5)
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
- Clothing and personal belongings management
Deadline registration
Registration is open until Sunday,21st of February 2016 or until a specific number of applications is reached.
Event Schedule
Sunday, 28th of February 2016
Starting and Finishing Point:All routes start and finish at St George Lycabettus Hotel (2 Kleomenous Street, Athens).
Route
Awards
The first 3 males and females of each race will be given a cup award. All participants in all runs will receive a commemorative medal and certificate of participation in electronic form.
Health Coverage
In 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 timing
All 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. 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.
Simple Running Offer: from €40 »
BOOK NOWThe Simple offer is addressed to those who wish to come and stay in Athens on their own. This offer is ideal for those who want to experience Athens the “running way”, and get the most out of their visit in Athens. 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
• all the transportation to/from the starting line and your hotel in Athens (where needed)
• 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 Athens 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 €80 per night per person »
BOOK NOWThis offer is ideal for those who want to experience Athens the “running way”, and get the most out of their visit in Athens. We have selected the ideal locations for you, and we will suggest you the ideal vacation plan.
It includes:- Hotel accommodation in Athens in 4* or equivalent hotel in Athens
- 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 €80 per person (runner or not) for a two days/one-night accommodation in a 4star or equivalent hotel. If you wish to stay longer, you may add as many nights as you want for an additional €30 per night per person.
- We also offer you One Day Cruise to 3 Islands, One Day Trip to Olympia and other trips at exclusive prices!
- We can also offer you recovering training at the Olympic Stadium of Athens.
- Airfare is not included.
Running Offer #2 (The Athens Running Break): from €130 per night per person »
BOOK NOWThis offer is ideal for those who want to experience Greece the “running way”, and get the most out of their visit in Athens. 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 4* or equivalent hotel in Athens
- 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
- 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 €130 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 €30 per night per person.
- We also offer you One Day Cruise to 3 Islands, One Day Trip to Olympia and other trips at exclusive prices!
- We can also offer you recovering training at the Olympic Stadium of Athens.
- Airfare is not included.
Special Running Offer »
Get a Custom QuotePlease tell us all your requirements and preferences, how many days you want to spend in Athens, 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 Athens.
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 Athens.
Athens is a city with glorious history and vivid present. It is a magical city worshipped by gods and people with plenty historical monuments, such as Acropolis, the ancient Theatre of Dionysos, Odeion of Herodes Atticus, Olymbion, Roman Market, Panathinaiko Stadium (also known as Kallimarmaro).
Athens is a city of different aspects. A walk around the famous historic triangle, Plaka, Thission and Psyrri, the old neighborhoods, reveal the coexistence of different eras.
It is worthwhile to take a stroll through the central streets with their art déco, art nouveau and antebellum buildings. Luxurious department stores and small intimate shops, fancy restaurants and traditional taverns, all have their place in this city. Visitors can also enjoy its nightlife. Athens by night totally changes.
The options for entertainment satisfy all tastes varying from the famous bouzoukia, which are the leaders in the Athenian entertainment, to the numerous theaters all around Athens offering a different type of entertainment.
Athens offers plenty of choices, since visitors can also explore its beautiful suburbs and neighborhoods, which are close to the historical center. The southern suburbs, located on the coast of the Saronic Gulf, such as PalaioFaliro, Glyfada, Voula and Vouliagmeni offer many opportunities to take a walk along the seaside, while you will also find many beautiful organized and free beaches, large shopping centers and nightclubs (especially during the summer).
Athens has a couple of vantage points besides the Acropolis, from which visitors can get superb views of the city. Lycabettus Hill is really a limestone rock reaching almost 1,000 feet into the once-crystalline Athenian sky. Lycabettus Hill is "must see" destination in Athens, offering spectacular view.
It is situated near Kolonaki area, at 277 meters high above sea level. Legend has it that wolves used to seek refuge on this hill. That probably explains its name "Lycabettus: the hill walked by wolves". A funicular at the bottom of the hill (on Ploutárhou Street) takes you to the top, but there is also a road to drive up. Those who love hiking may also choose to walk! Whichever your preference, you will be rewarded with a 360˚ view of the city sprawling below, especially on a clear day. The panoramic view from the top just sweeps you away: Mount Parnes to the north, Piraeus and the Saronic Gulf to the west, whereas Acropolis stands imposingly before visitors’ eyes.
At the top of Lycabettus hill, there are the Chapel of St. George from the 19th century, a large open-air theatre, which has housed many Greek and International concerts, a cafe and a restaurant. In the evening, the top half is floodlit, and from the Acropolis it looks something like a giant souffle. By day, it's a green-and-white hill toppoed by a tiny, flaringly white church, Agios Georgios.
