Meteora | Central Greece
The Meteora Trail Run is a unique chance to experience the 'Greece’s city in the sky' with the most captivating views at place 'out of this world'. A location with immense, breathtaking rock formations, 'sculpted' by the very hand of God is characterized by U.N.E.S.C.O as a “monument of Humanity that has to be maintained“. Meteora is one of Christianity’s holiest places as well as a landscape of outstanding natural beauty.
WelcomeWelcome to the Meteora Trail Run, organised
at one of the most spectacular places to visit in Greece, in a region of almost inaccessible sandstone peaks, where monasteries are settled on these 'columns of the sky' from the 11th century onwards.What23km Running, 6km Running, 1km Kids RaceWhereMeteora, central Greece in the North Western part of Thessaly When: October 27, 2019WhyBecause runners will encounter a breathtaking site of impressive monasteries “balanced” on massive detached stone pinnacles, 400 metres
above the ground. HowContact 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 Meteora including your entry to the race, to a full vacation plan in Meteora and the surrounding area!Moreover, we can offer you training plans, actual training in the streets and routes of Meteora and of course we will run with you!We are looking forward to hearing from you!Happy runs!
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Races date
Sunday, October 27, 2019
Races
23km Running, 6km Running, 1km Kids Race
Entry Fee
Your participation to the race is paid and secured by RunninGreece.
The participation includes the following benefits
- Participation diploma
- Commemorative Medal for participation
- Commemorative t-shirt
- Starting pack
- Electronic Timing
- Goods such as water, isotonic drinks etc
Registrations due date
Registrations will automatically close on Friday, 20th of October, or until a specific number of applications is reached.
Event Schedule
Sunday
10.00: 23K Running Race Start
10.15: Kids Race Start
10.30: 6K Running Race Start
Starting and Finishing Point: The race will start and finish at the Central Square near the fountain.
Time limit: The time limit for the 23km race is 4 hours (till 14.00)
Altitude
- For the 23km: 1150m
- For the 6km: 250m
Awards & Prizes
Medals and certificates will be awarded to the first three winners of all the races. A commemorative medal and a diploma will be given also to all participants.
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.
The Simple Running Offer: from €30 » BOOK NOW
This offer is ideal for those who want to come to Meteora on their own and join the "CityTrail Meteora or the Meteora Trail Race
The Simple Running offer includes the race registration and much more...It includes- your registration to the race and all the logistics of the race entry- technical running t-shirt- special RunninGreece starting pack- safe keeping
of your belonging during the race- many more like:
tips and advice for the specific race, the Meteora destination etc.The Simple offer is addressed to those who wish to come and stay in Meteora 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 person (double room) » BOOK NOW
This offer is ideal for those who want to experience Meteora the “running way
”, and get the most out of their visit in
Meteora. We have selected the ideal locations for you, and we will suggest you the ideal vacation plan.It includes- hotel arrangements for 2 nights in Kalampaka, Meteora- your registration to the race and all the logistics of the race entry- technical running t-shirt- special RunninGreece starting pack- safe keeping
of your belonging during the race- many more like:
tips and advice for the specific race, the Meteora destination etcIt starts from €70 per person (runner or not) for 2 nights accommodation in Alsos House.If you wish to stay longer in Meteora, you may add as many nights as you want for an additional €30 per night per person.
Running Offer #2: from €80 per person for 2 nights accommodation in selected hotel in Meteora » BOOK NOWThis offer is ideal for those who want to experience Meteora the “running way
”, and get the most out of their visit in
Meteora. We have selected the ideal locations for you, and we will suggest you the ideal vacation plan.
It includes- hotel arrangements in Meteora - your registration to the race and all the logistics of the race entry- transportation to and from the starting line- safe keeping
of your belonging during the race- running t-shirt- special RunninGreece starting pack- many more like:
tips and advice for the specific race, the Meteora destination etcIt starts from €80 per person (runner or not) for 2 nights for accommodation.If you wish to stay longer in Meteora, you may add as many nights as you want for an additional €30 per night per person.
Running Offer #3: from €170 per person for 2 nights accommodation & Train Transpotation
to and from Kalampaka » BOOK NOW
This offer is ideal for those who want to experience Meteora Trail Race or City Trail Metoera
with having nothing to worry for
their transportation and logistics.We have selected the ideal locations for you, and we will suggest you the ideal vacation plan.It includes- Train transportation to and from Kalampaka, Meteora, leaving Friday afternoon from Athens and getting back Sunday evening (5 hrs trip)- hotel arrangements for 2 nights in Kalampaka, Meteora - your registration to the race and all the logistics of the race entry- transportation to and from the starting line- safe keeping
of your belonging during the race- running t-shirt- special RunninGreece starting pack- many more like:
tips and advice for the specific race, the Meteora destination etc
Special Running Offer » Get a Custom QuotePlease tell us all your requirements and preferences, how many days you want to spend in Meteora, 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 Meteora.
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 Meteora.
Explore all accommodation options!In Travel Offers we have handpicked our favorite locations, destinations, and activities to make this trip an unforgettable experience to
you. However, we understand that you might want to make your own search and selection. This is why we have gathered in one place all available accommodation options from all different providers. From 5 star hotels to Airbnb small apartments you can find everything here.Please be reminded that in all our Travel Offers event registration is either included or complimentary. However, if you book through this service you still need to register for the event selecting our Simple Running Offer option.Of course, you can still use our service even if you do not participate in an event or register through another service.
Either you select one of the above options or one of the Travel Offers we have prepared for you our team is here to support you. Please be reminded that we can also help you with activities, tours and more.Whatever your choice of traveling or accommodation we are here to support you.
In central Greece and particularly in the North Western part of Thessaly, between North East of Hasia and West of Pindos, where the plain of Thessaly ends, gigantic rocks raise, that create a spectacle which might be unique worldwide.
Meteora is one of Christianity’s holiest places as well as a landscape of outstanding natural beauty. Thousands of visitors flock to this place every year, attracted by the daunting size of the rock formations where timelessness and beauty prevail, while they seek spiritual enlightenment far away from the earthly bustle.
The “stone forest” of Meteora is a perfect combination of natural and manmade landscape, practically inducing a sense of the transcendent. Visitors feel the aura of the contemplative seclusion of monastic life, and admire a truly unique natural landscape or marvel at the outstanding architecture of the monasteries, the so-called “architecture of awe”.
U.N.E.S.C.O has characterized the Holy Meteora as a “monument of Humanity that has to be maintained“. The monasteries of the Meteora are included in the Monuments of world cultural Heritage, because they are a unique harmonious matching of Byzantine architecture and natural beauty.
Meteora captures ones interest in so many levels, it’s impossible to focus only on one aspect no matter how imposing it might be. In this place, geo-forming has been amalgamating with the spiritual quest of humans for many centuries. The accenting dance towards the sky performed by the rocks was not lost on those who desired their own accent to the heavens for religious reasons. Monasteries occupy many of the rocky terraces, most of which were built during the Byzantine era and have changed little over the centuries.
They are the dwellings of monks who found in Meteora a sanctuary that isolates them from every day life, a protected refuge from danger, and above all, a vehicle that delivers one closer to the heavens.
Nature lovers should not miss the opportunity to hike through winding stone paths and gaze at a unique geological phenomenon formed as a result of a chain of erosions and geological changes over a period of 15 million years.
