Alexander the Great International Marathon
Run in the Footsteps of Alexander.
Race day
26
Apr 2026
Past eventThe 2026 Alexander the Great International Marathon took place on April 26, 2026. The details below are kept for reference and results.
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Provenance ledger
Every fact, and where it came from
| Field | Value | Source | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Sunday 26 April 2026Curated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Start time | 08:30 local (Europe/Athens)Curated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Distances | Full Marathon · 10K · 5K · Kids' RunCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Location | Thessaloniki, GreeceCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Start area | Thessaloniki WaterfrontConfirm the exact start with the organizerCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Entry price | €35–€60Curated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Course | Road · Loop · AIMS certifiedCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Elevation gain | 50 mCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Field size | About 10,000 runners (typical field)Curated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Organizer | Thessaloniki Alexander the Great MarathonCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Official website | atgm.grOrganizer · 25 May 2026 | Organizer | 25 May 2026 |
| Listing | Verified listingSunday Marathon review · 25 May 2026 | Sunday Marathon review | 25 May 2026 |
Source is where this listing’s facts came from. Where a field could not be confirmed we leave it blank rather than guess.
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A scenic spring marathon along Thessaloniki's waterfront named after Alexander the Great.
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Alexander the Great International Marathon belongs on the shortlist when you are comparing Full Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kids' Run options around Thessaloniki, Greece and want the key date, location, registration, and course facts in one place.
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Decision Signal
Performance claims need source checks
Alexander the Great International Marathon should be evaluated as a full race-weekend choice in Thessaloniki, Greece, not only as a date on a calendar. Start with road surface, loop course, certified course, 50 m elevation gain listed. Weather notes are listed, so factor them into gear and pacing decisions.
- Date And Schedule
Alexander the Great International Marathon is currently listed for April 26, 2026, which makes the April planning window important for training and travel. Recheck official timing before race week.
- Location Base
Plan around Thessaloniki, Greece, then verify the exact start area, finish area, packet pickup, and post-race exit route before booking non-refundable travel.
- Course Fit
Listed course signals include road surface, loop course, certified course, 50 m elevation gain listed. Use them to compare effort, pacing risk, and training fit before relying on the race for a specific goal.
- Entry Readiness
A registration path is listed; review entry rules, refund terms, and transfer policies before paying.
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