
3rd Chania Trail Event 2026 - Malaxa Ups & Downs 11K
Chania
Event Details
Date
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Start time: 17:30
Start Location
Chania
Event Type
Trail Run
Distance
11 km
Elevation
+560m(gain)
Organizer
Arkalos
Official Announcement
Download PDF ↗Entry Fee
€15
Registration Deadline
April 22, 2026
Important Information
Mountain trail run starting at 17:30.
Start and finish at Ktima Isychaki, surrounded by centuries-old olive trees.
The route heads south, passing Rafioli (a Venetian stone fountain) at 800m, climbing to Agia Eleusa church (2km, 281m) — first aid station — then east to Agia Marina church (3.7km, 300m) — checkpoint and main aid station.
Continues uphill to Malaxa village road (6km, 480m, highest point), then 5km descent back to the finish.
Limit of 150 participants (shared with the 6.3K race).
Minimum age 18; participants aged 16–17 may participate with a signed parental declaration.
Time limit at first checkpoint (Agia Marina): 1 hour from start.
Two aid stations (one with food).
Race bib, electronic chip timing, medical support, finisher medal, and hat or race t-shirt provided.
No mandatory equipment.
Shortcuts are prohibited; littering results in immediate disqualification.
Age categories — Men: 18–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60+; Women: 18–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60+ (minimum 6 athletes per category for separate awards).
No refunds after April 10, 2026.
Registrations are personal and non-transferable.
Elevation Profile

Total elevation: +560m
Race Course Map

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