Born to run? Here's where you can do it in Greece.
1. Athens Marathon
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The Athens Marathon is held each fall and attracts runners from all over. As much of the Marathon as possible is held over the original route between Athens and Marathon, and ends in the Panathenaic Stadium in the heart of Athens.
2. Olympia
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Technically frowned upon, few runners can resist taking at least a few steps around the ancient track at Olympia, the birthplace of the Olympics.
3. Nemean Games
The Olympic Games were not the only games in Greece; many towns and regions held athletic competitions. The modern Nemean Games are a sweet recreation of the ancient competition and, like the Olympic Games, are held every four years. Pre-registration is required; if you've missed the deadline for 2008, start training for 2012 now.4. Map My Run - Greece
This website searches out good running routes around the world - a search on Athens, Greece comes up with over fifty routes, many with detailed descriptions.5. Spartathalon
Spartathlon 245.3KAthens-to-Sparta, Greece
Founded over 25 years ago, this race is usually held in late September. It's an ultra-distance, 150-mile race favored by elite runners from around the world.
