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4ος Δρόμος Θυσίας Κακολύρι 1944

Ταξιάρχες Κύμης, Κύμη, Εύβοια, Greece

July 4, 2026
Thessaly and Central Greece
Δρόμος
Ημιμαραθώνιος
5 km
1.2 km
Date:
July 4, 2026
Distances:
Ημιμαραθώνιος, 5 km, 1.2 km
Surface:
Δρόμος
Location:
Ταξιάρχες Κύμης, Κύμη, Εύβοια, Greece

Race description

The 4th Thysia Race "Kakolyri 1944" is a running event that honors the memory of the victims of the Holocaust in the village of Taxiarches in 1944. It is organized by the Municipality of Kymi - Aliveri and the Cultural Association of Taxiarches, with support from local cultural groups and communities. It includes a half marathon of 21 km, a 5 km race, and a children's race of 1.2 km, with routes passing through historic villages and natural landscapes. The race offers electronic timing, commemorative medals and t-shirts, as well as full support with refreshment stations and medical coverage.

Highlights

  • Half marathon 20.8 km circular route passing through the villages Pygros, Andronianoi, Taxiarches, Giannides, Agios Vlasis, and Konistres
  • Refreshment stations with water and electrolytes at multiple points along the route
  • Routes combining trails, dirt roads, and settlements of historical and natural interest

Additional information

Electronic timing by Fitrace. Commemorative medal and dry fit t-shirt for all athletes. 7 water stations in the half marathon and 2 stations in the 5 km race. Provision of water, fruits, soft drinks, and salty snacks at the finish line. Medical coverage with a doctor, EKAB ambulance, and volunteer rescuers. Support from volunteer groups and associations. The event includes technical descriptions, GPX route maps, historical information, participant details, and support from volunteers and organizations such as the Hellenic Red Cross and the Evia Runners Association.

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