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Navarino Challenge

5 (2 Reviews)
Messinia, Peloponnese Region, Greece
11 May, 2025 (Sun)

Trail running

1 km, 5 km, 10 km, 21.1 km

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About the event

Unleash your competitive spirit and join fellow athletes at the celebrated Navarino Challenge in Costa Navarino & Pylos. Recognized as Europe's "Best in Wellness" event, this sports celebration aims to unite athletes of all ages and abilities under the empowering message, "Sports Unites People." Immerse yourself in an experience that not only highlights the benefits of physical activity but also raises awareness of the Messinian diet, promoting a healthier lifestyle and combating childhood obesity.Participation options include the Greek Half Marathon (21.1km), 10km, and 5km routes, accommodating both runners and power walkers. Starting at the stunning Navarino Dunes, you'll journey along a breathtaking coastal route to Pylos, crossing the iconic Voidokilia beach. Experience the thrill of retracing the historic trail once taken by Telemachus, son of Ulysses, in search of his father. The Greek Half Marathon stands as the only trail run that uniquely combines soil, sand, and asphalt, while the 10km and 5km routes blend soil and asphalt.

For younger athletes, the Active Kids initiative offers exciting activities, including a children's 1km run and an inclusive 1km Run For All. Embrace the challenge, savor the scenery, and be part of a movement where sportsmanship and wellness meet.

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Course details

Course highlights

Half Marathon Starting from the Navarino Dunes of Costa Navarino, professional and amateur athletes will run along the picturesque coast to Pylos, crossing the beautiful Voidokilia beach, tracing history beneath their feet in King Nestor’s land. They will follow the trail mapped out in the Homeric era by Telemachus, Ulysses’ son, trying to find his missing father. It is the only trail run that combines soil, sand and asphalt. 10km The trail running route of 10 km. gives participants the opportunity to run along the Voidokilia beach embracing nature. The 10km. route has small variations in height and consists of approximately 50% dirt road and 50% of asphalt road. The 10km route starts inside the facilities of Costa Navarino. Start & finish points are at Costa Navarino. 5km Starting from the Navarino Dunes of Costa Navarino, professional and amateur athletes will run along the picturesque coast to Pylos, crossing the beautiful Voidokilia beach, tracing history beneath their feet in King Nestor’s land. They will follow the trail mapped out in the Homeric era by Telemachus, Ulysses’ son, trying to find his missing father. Start & finish points are at Costa Navarino.

Start address

Navarino Dunes Messinia, Costa, Pilos 240 01, Greece

Finish address

Navarino Dunes Messinia, Costa, Pilos 240 01, Greece

Route map

route map

What’s included in entry

These are included in your entry
Finisher medal
Timing chip (rental)
Event T-shirts
Drink Stations
Custom bib number
Bag drop
Toilets
Goodie bag
Photo Service
Nutrition Stations
Video Service
Medical Assistance

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Reviews

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George Tzeneralis
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10 km

excellent organization. amazing route

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Perina null
21.098 km

Great experience, beautiful Athens!!!! Visit Greece and run a half marathon near Acropolis. Finish line in Kallimarmaro stadium!

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