6th Vamvakou Mountain Run 2026 - 29K
Vamvakou
Event Details
Date
Sunday, June 7, 2026
Start time: 09:30 • End time: 16:00
Start Location
Laconia
Event Type
Trail Run
Distance
29 km
Elevation
+1353m(gain)
Organizer
Vamvakou Revival
Entry Fee
€20
Important Information
6th Vamvakou Mountain Run is a mountain trail running event returning for its 6th year, offering runners from across Greece one of the most authentic alpine landscapes of the Peloponnese.
The 29km race with +1353m elevation gain is the ultimate challenge on the slopes of Parnon in Laconia.
All registered participants receive a bib number and timing chip, race bag, commemorative t-shirt, windbreaker, socks, medal, and light meal at the finish.
Electronic timing on all routes ensures accurate performance tracking.
Awards: Top 3 men and women in overall standings, plus top 3 from each age category (18-39, 40-59, 60+).
Ceremony at 16:30.
Prize raffle for one lucky participant.
Time limit: 6:30 hours.
Age requirement: 18+ (born before 07/06/2008).
Limited registration: 200 participants.
Only paid registrations are valid.
TRANSPORTATION: Free bus service from Athens (departure 5:00am from Syntagma Square), Corinth (Isthmus stop), Tripoli, Sparti, and Kalamata (6:45am).
Must register for bus transport during event booking.
RACE PACK PICKUP: Saturday June 6th (17:00-20:00) or Sunday June 7th (7:30-9:00) at Vamvakou Community Center/Village Square.
BRIEFING: Saturday June 6th at Vamvakou Square (detailed) and Sunday June 7th at 9:00am at starting point (brief).
FEED STATIONS: 5 main feed stations (water, isotonic drinks, gels, nuts, fruit) plus 3 water-only stations.
CUT-OFF TIMES: 8km checkpoint at 2:15hrs, 21km checkpoint at 5:00hrs - failure to meet times results in disqualification and transport to finish.
SAFETY: Full medical support throughout.
Runners participate at own risk.
Hellenic Police, Fire Service, and Red Cross provide coverage.
EQUIPMENT RECOMMENDATIONS: Backpack with water bladder, windbreaker, solids, elastic bandage, whistle, mobile phone essential.
Trekking poles and compass allowed.
Headphones prohibited.
No external assistance or pets.
All athletes must have own water drinkware.