Artemisio Mountain Running 2026

The Cultural and Beautification Association of the People of Karya and Friends of Karya "To Artemisio" and the Organizing Committee of AMR 2026 announce the Mountain Running Race, called "Artemisio Mountain Running", which will be held on Sunday, December 6, 2026.

This year's 9th event is dedicated to the 50th anniversary of the founding of the "Artemisio" Association, which is also the Organizing Authority of the race.

 

 

RACE CATEGORIES: - Mountain Running 26km - Trail Running 12km - Trail Running 5km - Children's race 1.5km

 

 

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The races will be held with the starting and finishing points at the central square of Karya, Argolida.

 

 

DATE OF CONDUCT: Sunday, December 6, 2026

 

 

START TIMES: - Mountain Running 26km: 09:45 a.m. - Trail Running 12km: 10.30 a.m. - Trail Running 5km: 11:00 a.m. - Children's walk 1.5km: 12.00 p.m.

 

 

PURPOSE OF THE COMPETITION: Through the organization, the promotion of sports and noble competition in connection with the natural environment, the promotion of our place and the promotion of local traditional products is achieved. The competition also contributes to the maintenance and promotion of trails, the strengthening of environmental awareness and the need to preserve the rare natural environment of Karya and Mount Artemision.

 

 

STORAGE OF PERSONAL BELONGINGS: A specially designed area will be provided for the storage of participants' personal belongings. It is recommended not to place valuables in bags or backpacks, as the organization bears no responsibility in the event of their loss.

 

 

RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE: Men and women who have reached the age of 18 on the day of the competition are entitled to participate in the competitions. Athletes declare on the form that they are running at their own risk and have taken all the necessary tests and are healthy to participate in the competitions. Students who have reached the age of 15 and up to the age of 18, high school students can only participate in the 12 and 5 km “Trail Running” if they bring a Responsible Declaration from their guardians.

 

 

ROUTES DESCRIPTION: • 26K: The Artemisio Mountain Running 26K route has a positive elevation gain of 1600m. The nature of the race route is technical (especially on the summit section), requires good physical condition, is potentially exposed to sudden changes in weather at the highest points of the mountain and is aimed at well-trained runners, with relevant mountain racing experience. The start and finish of the race take place in the central square of Karya. • 12K: The Artemisio Mountain Running Trail Running 12K route has a positive elevation gain of 900m. It is aimed at everyone and is considered ideal for an introduction to mountain terrain. The start and finish of the race take place in the central square of Karya. • 5K: The Artemisio Mountain Running Trail Running 5K route is a wonderful opportunity to tour the area around the village of Karya. However, it remains demanding. The start and finish of the race take place in the central square of Karya. • 1.5 km AMR Kids: The route has been designed for our little friends and runs within the settlement of Karya. Race route maps: will be posted in the near future on the website https://artemisiomr.blogspot.com/ REGISTRATION – COST: Athletes register on the special registration form posted on the website: https://artemisiomr.blogspot.com/, following the instructions. The participation cost for each race is as follows: • Mountain Running 26K: 25 euros until 15/11/2025 and 30 euros from 16/11 to 29/11 • Trail Running 12K: 15 euros until 15/11/2025 and 20 euros from 16/11 to 29/11 • Trail Running 5K: 10 euros until 15/11/2025 and 15 euros from 16/11 to 29/11 • Children's race 1.5K: 5 euros Important information: • Registrations open on August 31, 2026 and close definitively on November 29, 2026. • In the event of a refund due to the cancellation of the participation of one of the participants, the cost is 0.5€. The refund is made automatically, after a relevant online request by the participant. • After 15/11/2025, subscriptions are NOT refundable. However, they will be considered as a paid registration for Artemisio Mountain Running 2027.

 

 

PRIVACY POLICY – GDPR: • When you register for the online application, your details are collected, such as name, address, telephone number, email, date of birth, etc. • The collection of data has the sole purpose of properly categorizing the participations, ensuring your timely and valid registration, as well as achieving communication between the Organizing Committee and you or your relatives, for security reasons or if deemed necessary. It may also be used to inform you about future actions or for advertising purposes of the Artemisio Mountain Running event. The Organizing Committee does not use your Personal Data for any purpose that deviates from the purposes described in this information, unless required or permitted by law or the consent of the candidates is provided. Any personal data collected by our online platform remains at the disposal of the Organizing Committee only. In case of any questions or concerns regarding the processing of Personal Data or in case the candidate wishes to access, correct or delete Personal Data, he/she may contact the Organizing Committee. By completing your registration, the participant agrees to this personal data privacy policy.

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