Crete Half Marathon

About the Event

Escape the ordinary and run through the authentic Crete at the 2026 Crete Half Marathon on October 4th. Starting in Arkalochori, the half marathon's circular course is a hidden gem, guiding you through a stunning rural tapestry of vineyards and traditional mountain villages. This celebrated event masterfully combines a serious athletic challenge with a deeply immersive cultural experience, powered by legendary local spirit. Lace up for an unforgettable running celebration in the very heart of the island.

Races Offered

10 km

Oct 04, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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08:50

Half Marathon

Oct 04, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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09:10

1 km

Oct 04, 2026

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Distance — 1K

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09:15

5 km

Oct 04, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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12:10

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Archontiko.

thermostat Temperature

14.8° / 23.8°

wb_sunny Feels like

13.5° / 21.6°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

10h 14m

water_drop Avg rainfall

0.2 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

11.9 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

70.5%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:25

nightlight Sunset

18:42

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Races Offered

10 km

Half Marathon

1 km

5 km

Weather History

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