RacingThePlanet Ultramarathon

Greece is the location of the FIFTEENTH edition of the RacingThePlanet Ultramarathon. Greece is home to thousands of islands, ancient ruins, stunning beaches, picturesque villages, rich cultural heritage and natural wonders. Greece is a place where history, culture and natural beauty come together to create an indelible memories.

"Greece is my ancestral homeland and now my home. Having run around the world there is no place comparable to Greece. I hope you will join me at RacingThePlanet: Greece 2025 in the birthplace of the Marathon and the Olympics."

Dean Karnazes

(New York Times bestselling author; first to complete the 4 Deserts Grand Slam)

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Itinerary

  • 26 Sep 2025

    Competitors Arrive (hotel provided)

  • 27 Sep 2025

    Race Check-In & Go to Camp 1

  • 28 Sep 2025

    Race Starts

  • 28 Sep 2025 - to - 04 Oct 2025

    Stage 1 - To - Stage 6 take place

  • 04 Oct 2025

    Awards Banquet (hotel provided)

  • 05 Oct 2025

    Event Concludes

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Headlines

  • 26 Jan 2025 The adventure starts in Marathon

    The host town for RacingThePlanet: Greece is Marathon. An apt place to meet for a 250km ultramarathon which is full of history, culture, beautiful scenery and beaches.

  • 21 Jan 2025 Zoom Recording: Tips and Advice from RacingThePlanet Alumni

    This Zoom Information Session featured three guest speakers who have completed RacingThePlanet Ultramarathons. They shared their experience and in particular:

    * What inspired them to take part in their first race
    * What they wish they had known before their first race
    * Gear and nutrition tips
    * Top 3 tips they would give to someone preparing for a race
    * Most valuable lesson learned at a race
    * Which race is their favourite and why - of the ones they have completed

  • 08 Jan 2025 Course Overview

    Have a look at the course overview including Stage distances and elevation gain and loss for each Stage.

  • 01 Jan 2025 Check Out Some Photos from our Recce in Greece

    See some photos from the Peloponnese area of Greece, the location for RacingThePlanet: Greece 2025!

  • 24 Dec 2024 Happy Holidays!

    Happy Holidays from RacingThePlanet!  We can't wait to see everyone in Greece in 2025!

  • 18 Dec 2024 Start Planning Your Training

    There are still 8 months until RacingThePlanet: Greece, but it's a great to time put in place a training plan and read through the resources to ensure you are well prepared.

  • 11 Dec 2024 Course Overview

    Have a look at the Stage distances and elevation gain and loss of RacingThePlanet: Greece.

  • 06 Dec 2024 And That's Wrap for The Last Desert (Antarctica) 2024

    An incredible race in a spectacular place has come to an end. See the action including final results, awards, photos, videos and more.  The next edition will be held in November 2026.

  • 27 Nov 2024 Follow The Last Desert and Antarctica Ultramarathon LIVE from 26 November - 6 December

    See all the photos, videos, blogs, stories, live tracking and more. 

  • 06 Nov 2024 Will You Be on the Start Line in Greece?

    See who is already confirmed to race in Greece.