Watch the LIVE Technical Briefing for athletes on September 25, 2026, at 5:15 PM (Greek time) Study carefully the Race Rules. You can find them on the official “SPARTATHLON” website: PARTICIPATION – Race Regulations. Also be informed by the race program BEFORE THE RACE Thursday 24 – Friday 25 Sept. OASIS Hotel: Athlete and crew

The SPARTATHLON Organizing Committee announces the official Press Conference for the 2026 edition, which will take place on Wednesday, September 23, at 13:00, at the OASIS Hotel in Glyfada, Athens. The Press Conference will present this year’s event, key initiatives, organizational preparations, and partnerships supporting the successful staging and international promotion of the historic 245

On Thursday, September 24, at 18:30, SPARTATHLON and Ena Athletics invite you to a special get-together, as part of SPARTATHLON FILOXENIA, in collaboration with Outrun. We meet at Vergoti Square in Glyfada, next to the sea, for a relaxed 6-kilometer community run — no pressure, no timers. A beautiful opportunity for athletes, friends, members of

SPARTATHLON is delighted to welcome Chris Kostman, President and Chief Adventure Officer of AdventureCORPS and Race Director of the legendary BADWATER 135, who will attend SPARTATHLON 2026 as an official guest of the race organisation. His visit brings together two iconic events of the international ultrarunning world, each with its own unique history and identity,

With great pleasure and honor, the International SPARTATHLON Association welcomes Dean Karnazes as a SPARTATHLON Ambassador. One of the most recognized figures in the global ultrarunning community is now even more closely connected with SPARTATHLON, a race that brings together history, endurance, perseverance and the pursuit of human limits. Dean’s Greek heritage and his deep

Markus Thalmann, a true SPARTATHLON legend. With 15 successful finishes on the historic Athens to Sparta route, Markus has become part of the living history of the race. Fifteen times at the feet of King Leonidas. Fifteen journeys of endurance, determination and respect for the spirit of SPARTATHLON. In 2026, we are honored to welcome

From the historic journey of Pheidippides to the runners of today, SPARTATHLON has, for more than four decades, been one of the world’s leading ultradistance races, inspiring generations of athletes to push their limits on one of the world’s most demanding race courses. Rooted in a shared Greek heritage and united by common values of

The Board of Directors of the International Spartathlon Association expresses its profound sorrow over the passing of Vasilis Dimitropoulos, member of the Board of Directors and Head of Logistics for the Spartathlon race. Vasilis served Spartathlon with dedication, responsibility, and selflessness, making an invaluable contribution to the organization and playing a significant role in the

LIVE STREAMING HERE -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d0cPsug-3A0 Following the announcement of the 2026 lottery and after the completion of the athletes’ appeal period, a review of the appeals submitted was conducted and we present the FINAL lists for the draw on 13/03/26 as well as the automatically accepted ones as they have been formed. Final List of athletes

The lottery process for participation in SPARTATHLON 2026 will take place this year electronically on Friday 13/03/2026 at 19.00 at the offices of the INTERNATIONAL SPARTATHLON ASSOCIATION. The certified page of Random.org will be used for the process, specifically the List Randomizer application, where SPARTATHLON maintains an account. The electronic lottery is an automated process,

We are immensely proud to announce that SPARTATHLON 2026 has been awarded the prestigious IAU Golden Label by the International Association of Ultrarunners (IAU), under the patronage of the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF). This recognition is a great honor for our race, affirming its quality, organization, and global reputation. This achievement strengthens Spartathlon’s position in the world of ultrarunning and inspires

With pride and continuity, SPARTATHLON announces that the race will once again be held under the auspices of the Hellenic Olympic Committee for 2026. This ongoing recognition reaffirms the deep connection between SPARTATHLON and the timeless values of Olympism. More than an ultramarathon, SPARTATHLON remains a living symbol of human strength and an endless journey

Announcement of participation in the 44th “SPARTATHLON”, which will be held on 26-27 September 2026 with starting time at 07.00am on the standard Athens-Sparta route. Experienced, healthy, and well-trained runners, who have reached the age of 18, are eligible to apply for participation. Participants assume full and personal responsibility for their state of health before

BEFORE THE RACE Study carefully the Race Rules. You can find them here Also be informed by the race program Thursday 25 – Friday 26 Sept. OASIS Hotel: Athlete and crew registration. The delivery of race bags and athlete numbers (BIB) will be made only to the athlete himself/herself and not to any representative. Thursday

It is with great pleasure and honor that Spartathlon 2025 will welcome two legendary figures of the ultramarathon world: Rune Larsson and his wife Mary Larsson. Rune Larsson, three-time Spartathlon winner (1987, 1988, 1993), and Mary Larsson, five-time winner in women (1984, 1985, 1986, 1989, 1998), have left an indelible mark on the history of

A partnership full of smiles, solidarity, and new strengths We are delighted to announce the new collaboration of the International Spartathlon Race with the Greek Guiding Association (S.E.O.). Guiding, a global movement with an educational character, addresses children and young people, promoting the values of solidarity, respect, and cooperation — values that perfectly align with

100 Days to the Start of the Historic Ultramarathon SPARTATHLON 2025 18 Greek Female Athletes to Line Up at the Start on September 27 The 43rd SPARTATHLON under the Auspices of the Hellenic Olympic Committee and the Ministry of National Defence Although we have entered the summer season and most people are thinking about their

The Board of Directors of SPARTATHLON, in the context of promoting female participation in the historic ultramarathon race, has decided to accept all 18 Greek female athletes currently on the waiting list for SPARTATHLON 2025. This decision was made with the aim of strengthening the presence of Greek women in one of the most demanding

Following the announcement of the 2025 lottery and after the completion of the athletes’ appeal period, a review of the appeals submitted was conducted and we present the FINAL lists for the draw on 13/03/25 as well as the automatically accepted ones as they have been formed. Final List of athletes for direct participation Final List

The lottery process for participation in SPARTATHLON 2025 will take place this year electronically on Thursday 13/03/2025 at 19.00 at the offices of the INTERNATIONAL SPARTATHLON ASSOCIATION. The certified page of Random.org will be used for the process, specifically the List Randomizer application, where SPARTATHLON maintains an account. The electronic lottery is an automated process,

We are immensely proud to announce that SPARTATHLON 2025 has been awarded the prestigious IAU Golden Label by the International Association of Ultrarunners (IAU), under the patronage of the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF). This recognition is a great honor for our race, affirming its quality, organization, and global reputation. This achievement strengthens Spartathlon’s

Press Release 13/01/2025 The SPARTATHLON Under the Auspices of the Hellenic Olympic Committee – A Beacon of Olympic Ideals With great emotion and pride, the SPARTATHLON announces that it will be held under the auspices of the Hellenic Olympic Committee for 2025. This prestigious recognition marks a milestone in the history of the event and

Announcement of participation in the 43th “SPARTATHLON”, which will be held on 27-28 September 2025 with starting time at 07.00am on the standard Athens-Sparta route. Experienced, healthy, and well-trained runners, who have reached the age of 18, are eligible to apply for participation. Participants assume full and personal responsibility for their state of health before

UPDATED 27/09 Before the Race Please read the race rules very carefully. Find them on SPARTATHLON website: PARTICIPATION-RACE RULES. Thursday 26th Sep. – Friday 27th Sep. – Oasis Hotel: Registration of athletes and support. The delivery of bags and numbers (BIB) of athletes will be given only to the athlete himself and not to his

PRESS RELEASE Athens 29 August 2024 On 28 September 2024 the 42nd SPARTATHLON starts –  Zissimopoulos & Herron at the start line of the historic race In exactly one month, and more specifically on Saturday morning, September 28th, under the Sacred Rock of the Acropolis, the 42nd SPARTATHLON will start, with the participation of 400

In its meeting on 11/04/24, regarding quadruple lots, the Board of Directors unanimously decided on the following: 1) The Board of Directors has decided to accept to the 2024 race the 5 Greek athletes who had 4 lots but were not drawn in the 2024 drawing process. 2) As of the 43rd race of 2025, the