ATHENS – Santorini is the ultimate destination for travelers from around the world. Known for its iconic Cycladic architecture, unique sunsets and distinctive sandy beaches formed by volcanic activity, Santorini invites you to explore the island all year round. This October you have one more reason to discover all these features by combining your visit with the ultimate sporting experience of Santorini Experience.
The top sports tourism event returns for the 6th consecutive year from October 2-4. Through its exciting open water swimming and trail running activities, Santorini Experience, continues to attract global interest from professional and amateur athletes on a yearly basis.
The races will have an eco-friendly approach through a strategy that incorporates plastic-free actions, always with respect to the natural environment of the island.
Run along the Caldera with a View of the Volcano
The routes of Santorini Experience have been designed on the enchanting path that connects Oia with Fira, featuring breathtaking views. Runners will discover the totally white, majestic settlements built on the edge of the Caldera, with the picturesque cobbled streets and the impressive churches. Athletes will run at a maximum altitude of 334 meters above sea level, with a wonderful view of the clear blue waters of the Aegean and the islet of Nea Kameni while they will find themselves only a breath away from the sky.
The running races will be held on Saturday, October 3, with the background scenery of Imerovigli, Firostefani, and Oia. The 10km route is addressed to the most experienced in distances, while the “Aristides Alafouzos” 15 km route is ideal for those who prefer strength, endurance, and adrenaline. All routes start and finish at the desalination plant in Oia and the terrain mainly includes parts with soil.
The exciting routes overlooking the volcano are designed by the former marathon runner, Greek classic route record holder, running trainer, and director of All About Running, Nikos Polias.
Running routes’ details are available online: https://bit.ly/2OiSU9h
Discounts Available
Register today for the “Aristides Alafouzos” 15km and 10km running routes, as well as the 1.5 miles swimming route and take advantage of the early bird prices with a 25% discount. The offer is valid until July 31. The event, always prioritizing the participants themselves, offers a refund of their registration costs until August 31.
Registration link: https://www.myrace.gr/en/event/2408/registrations.html.
As every year, the event will be held in accordance with the strict standards set by the Greek Ministry of Tourism, the General Secretariat of Sports, and all relevant sports Federations. Santorini Experience will be planned and delivered based on the protocol of races, which will ensure public health and safety of all parties involved. Moreover, the health and safety of all participants remains the event’s main priority. The 10km race will be organized along with AS Ifestos Thiras and EAS SEGAS Cyclades Region and approved by the Hellenic Athletics Federation (SEGAS). The 1.5 miles (2.4 km) open water swimming race will be held with the approval of the Hellenic Swimming Federation, according to FINA regulations.
Santorini Experience has joined the Greek actions of the #BeactiveHellas 2020 program of the European Commission and is held under the auspices of the General Secretariat of Sports.
The award-winning Active Media Group is responsible for the event’s Sports Production, while the event’s Official Hashtag #SantoriniExperience, has created its own unique trend on social media.
Santorini Experience is co-organized by the Municipality of Santorini, Municipal Sports Cultural Environmental Organization of Santorini (DAPPOS) and Active Media Group.
More information is available at www.santorini-experience.com
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