Get ready for a powerful sporting experience in the nature of Crete, with running races, children’s routes and hiking, in an event that brings together sport, culture and the local community.

The event will take place on Sunday, 14 June 2026, centred around Lake Digeni and routes that showcase the beauty of the area.

An Event for Everyone

Competitive races, children’s runs, hiking, nature, local hospitality and a major sporting celebration for the wider region.

The event passes through beautiful locations in the area, connecting Lake Digeni, Gergeri, Nivrito and Zaros in a dynamic athletic experience.

We Run for Health, Nature and Our Land

The aim of the event is to promote sport and a healthy lifestyle, encourage the participation of both children and adults in sporting activities, highlight the natural beauty of the region and connect sport with culture, nature and the local community.

🏛 Organizer: Marathon Runners Club of Crete “Ikaros”
🤝 Co-organizers: Municipalities of Phaistos and Gortyna, Communities of Zaros, Gergeri and Nivrito
📍 Event Centre: Lake Digeni

Information – Contact

For information regarding the event, registrations and participation, you may contact the event coordinators.

Kampaxis Spyridon
6955547666

Zachariadis Michail
6936921660

Participation Registration

marathoncreta@gmail.com

See more here:
Cretan Marathon – 1st Lakes Run “Fourogatos”