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"300 of Sparta" Epic March

Sparti, Peloponnese, Greece

calendar_today 21 Sep, 2026

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sell €3000.00

About the Event

Registration is now open for the 2026 Epic March, an unforgettable nine-day endurance journey set to take place from September 11th through September 21st. This extraordinary trek retraces the historic route taken by King Leonidas and his legendary band of 300 Spartans in their valiant stand against the Persian army over two millennia ago.
Starting in the revered city of Sparta, participants will traverse rugged terrain and breathtaking landscapes as they make their way to Thermopylae. This ancient battleground is steeped in history and offers a profound sense of connection to those who fought there centuries before. Each mile walked echoes with the footsteps of brave warriors past, inspiring modern-day adventurers to push beyond their limits.
The Epic March promises not only physical challenges but also an immersive experience that celebrates the indomitable spirit of ancient Sparta. Finishers will earn recognition as part of a select group of contemporary heroes who have demonstrated unwavering commitment and resilience in following the legendary path blazed by King Leonidas and his brave warriors.
Join us for this once-in-a-lifetime adventure where history, endurance, and camaraderie converge to create an unforgettable journey.

Races Offered

400km (9-day endurance march)

Sep 21, 2026

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Distance — 400K

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Type — Running

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84 days remaining

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€3000.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Sparti.

thermostat Temperature

18.3° / 30.4°

wb_sunny Feels like

18.1° / 29.4°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

11h 13m

water_drop Avg rainfall

0.5 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

7.4 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

High

terrain Course conditions

Hard and dry surface

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (5.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

58.0%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:12

nightlight Sunset

19:36

About Sparti

Learn more about the host city, Sparti.

Sparta is a city and municipality in the Peloponnese region of Greece, and the capital of the Laconia regional unit. It lies at the site of ancient Sparta within the Evrotas Valley. The municipality was merged with six nearby municipalities in 2011, for a total population of 32,786 as of 2021, of whom 17,773 live in the city.