ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE RACE
2nd Lefkas Fun Run Half Marathon - October 11, 2026 in Vasiliki, Lefkada
ORGANIZATION
The Lefkada Tourist Board announces the 2nd Lefkas Fun Run Half Marathon.
The Perfect Preparation for the Authentic Athens Marathon! The 2nd Lefkas Fun Run Half Marathon comes at the ideal time, to be a very good training before the big day. The flat and fast asphalt route in Vasiliki, Lefkada is ideal to test your race pace, do a long run with support, and build confidence before standing at the starting line in the Marathon. Don't miss the opportunity to combine preparation, racing experience and a wonderful weekend in Lefkada! All three routes are certified by World Athletics.
ROUTES
The Half Marathon of 21,097 meters will start from the picturesque port of the village (start time 09:30) The route is flat with a slight slope in some places. Total ascent 130 meters. The gpx file of the race can be found on the page https://lefkadaisland.eu/lefkas-fun-run-half-marathon At the beginning we will run on the coastal pedestrian path of the village and then for most of the route we will run in the plain of Vasiliki side by side with hundreds of olive trees on asphalt terrain. There will be ample supply at 2.5km 5.0km 7.5km 10.5km 13.00km 16.00km and 18.50 km There will be electronic timing and there will be no finish limit. The participation cost is 15 euros.
The 10,000-meter race will start from the picturesque port of the village (start time 09:30) The route is flat with minimal incline in some places. Total ascent 50 meters. The gpx file of the race can be found on the page https://lefkadaisland.eu/lefkas-fun-run-half-marathon At the beginning we will run on the coastal pedestrian path of the village and then on the plain of Vasiliki. There will be ample refreshments at 2.5 km, 5.0 km and 7.5 km. There will be electronic timing and there will be no finish limit. The participation cost is 10 euros.
The 5,000-meter race will start from the picturesque port of the village (start time 09:30) The route is flat. Total ascent 20 meters. The gpx file of the race can be found on the page https://lefkadaisland.eu/lefkas-fun-run-half-marathon There will be electronic timing and there will be no finish limit. The participation cost is 5 euros.
The 1,000-meter race for children up to 13 years old will start from the picturesque port of the village (start time 12:15), and they can take part as chaperones and parents running next to their children. Parents with very young children with their strollers are also allowed. The participation cost is 5 euros and includes a commemorative medal, race catering.
DATE
SUNDAY 11 October
START TIME
09:30 21097
09:30 10000
09:30 5000
12:00 1000
COMPLETION TIME LIMITS
There are no time limits
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REGISTRATION
Entries will open on 15 June and close on 5 October. and will be done via the website: https://www.athletin.gr/events/63 and via sending a message on Viber or WhatsApp to the phone number 6994081604 writing. 1. Full name 2. Year of birth 3. Mobile phone 4. Emergency contact phone number 5. City 6. Race of participation Then, payment will need to be made to the National Bank account
Those who wish to participate in the race at the last minute will not be able to do so. Only for the children's race will there be the possibility to register at the last minute at the starting point of the races.
Runners without a timekeeping and participation number are not allowed to participate. Right to Participation: All men and women have the right to participate in the race, regardless of age. In case the runner is under 18 years of age, he/she must be accompanied by a responsible declaration from the parent/guardian. It is considered necessary to emphasize that all runners of any age must have recently been examined by a specialized Doctor because they compete under their own exclusive responsibility and the responsibility of the parents/guardians of minors.
PARTICIPATION COST
The participation cost is 15 euros for the 21,100 meter race, 10 euros for the 10,000 meter race and 5 euros for the 5,000 meter race. The participation cost is 5 euros for the children's 1000 meter race.
TIMETABLE
From Athens and Thessaloniki on the existing KTEL routes to Lefkada, registered runners will have a 50% discount.
EXCURSION-RACING PACKAGE PRICE (70-80 EURO)
Includes:
Departure 10 October 07:00 from Athens
Accommodation in accommodation in Vasiliki Lefkada
Participation in the races of the organization
Commemorative medal of the races
Departure Sunday 11 October 15:45 for Athens.
PARTICIPATION NUMBER PICK-UP
Participation numbers will be picked up on Saturday 10/10 from 08:30 to 23:00 and Sunday 11/10 from 08:00 to 09:00 at the Vasiliki Super Market, located in the port of Vasiliki a few meters after the starting point of the races.
TIMETABLE
There will be electronic timing.
EATING STATIONS - WASTE
There are several feeding stations along the race routes with bottled water, isotonic drinks, soft drinks, fruit, chips, nuts. There will be additional sweets, energy bars and energy gels along the half marathon route. All runners participating in the races as well as the event volunteers must keep the natural environment clean. The organizing authority will provide waste collection points along the entire route, especially at the Support and Feeding Stations.
AWARDS
The awards will begin at 12:45. Trophies will be awarded to the first three men and the first three women in the general classification in the 5,000-meter race and in the 10,000-meter and 21,097-meter races to the first three men and the first three women in the following categories: Men A1 (18-39), A2 (40-49), A3 (50+) Women C1 (18-39), C2 (40-49), C3 (50+) A category will be formed if at least 10 athletes participate. In the children's 1000-meter race there will be two categories: 1) up to 8 years old. 2) 9 years old to 13 years old. In the second category from 9 years old to 13 years old, the first three boys and the first three girls will be awarded separately.
MODIFICATION OF ROUTES AND REGULATIONS
The Organizing Authority has the right to modify the race routes and regulations if deemed necessary and always for the safety and best service of the runners.
PRESS - PHOTOS
The Organizing Authority is responsible for providing information to any Media (regarding the organization) with interviews, press releases and provision of photographic material. The names and photographs of the runners will be freely used by the Organizing Authority to the Media and wherever deemed appropriate by them.
CONTACT: You can contact the organizing committee of the race at 6994081604 Leontides Orpheas
HEALTH COVERAGE
We will have lifeguards at the races. The Vasiliki health center is informed about the conduct of the races and there will be an ambulance and a doctor in case of emergency. All competitors participate exclusively at their own risk and are aware of the difficulties of road races. The Lefkada Tourist Company A.M.K.E. is not responsible for death, injury or any damage to your health, each athlete and athlete declaring participation declares that he is aware of the dangers in the natural environment and confirms that his health condition is good and allows him to compete, and has recently been examined by a doctor for this purpose. Each athlete and athlete declaring participation waives any financial claim on his part, in the form of compensation, in the event of an accident. The organizers have no responsibility for anything that happens during the race due to a lack of preventive medical check-up by the competitors. It is recommended that participants undergo a medical examination before the race. The organizers will not request medical certificates for any athlete as participants compete under their own sole responsibility. Minors compete under the responsibility of their guardians.
REGULATIONS
Any detour or shortcut of the route is prohibited. Furthermore, runners are required to understand and serve each other, both before and after the race, but especially during the race.
RESULTS
The official results will be announced on our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/582859126178348 and on our website https://lefkadaisland.eu/lefkas-fun-run-half-marathon
Contact Information
Address: Lefkada
Email: orfeas3320@yahoo.gr
Orfeas
Phone: +30 699 408 1604
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