15ος Faethon Skyrace

The 15th Faethon Skyrace “Apostolos Tsourekas” will take place on July 12, 2026, in Kokkinopilos on Mount Olympus. This is a challenging mountain-running event offering two courses: the Faethon SkyRace, 23 km with +1,800 m of elevation gain over alpine terrain, and the Faethon Trail, 14 km with +400 m, crossing historic trails and lush forests. The event also includes the 1 km Faethonaki Run for children, giving them the opportunity to discover mountain running. The race starts from the central square of Kokkinopilos, and the event is driven by a vision and love for Mount Olympus and mountain running.

The race has a 6-hour cutoff (until 14:00). There is an intermediate refreshment station at Diaselo Kardara, at 14 km and an elevation of 2,340 m, with a 3.5-hour cutoff. Participation is open to people over 18 who have completed a mountain race of at least 15 km within the last 2 years. A medical certificate is not required, but participants must sign a declaration of responsibility. The event also includes the 1 km Faethonaki Run for children, which takes place on Saturday, July 11. Registration opens on April 15, 2026. The event features mountain running, skyrunning, and routes over technical and natural terrain.