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15 – 16 February 2025
The “Mytilene Half-Marathon of Love” is an annual running celebration held on the closest weekend to Valentine’s Day, whose relics are preserved in the Catholic Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, situated on the most picturesque and bustling street in the capital of Lesvos, Mytilene. Along the race route, athletes can’t help but feel the magic, aura, and cosmopolitan atmosphere that the island exudes along the race route. Filled with colors, energy, and a landscape that captivates the eyes and senses.
Starting from Sappho Square, the athletes make their way to one of the seven hills that form Mytilene’s amphitheatrical layout. The runners are accompanied by Neo-Gothic, Belle Époque, Renaissance, and Neoclassical buildings until they leave the city. The scenery changes, and the beautiful architecture gives way to a view of the beach with Asia Minor’s coastline in the background.
Upon their return and the final phase of the route, participants head towards the largest fortress in the Mediterranean, the castle of Mytilene! In its shadow, the last turn takes place for the final straight and the finish line at the waterfront and Sappho Square.
Participants from all over Greece, including elite Greek half- and full-marathon runners, have already expressed their interest for yet another year.
Races
The “Mytilene Half Marathon of Love” includes the following six races:
- Half-Marathon – 21.5 km (Press here to download the gpx file)
- Basic – 10 km
- Fun – 5 km
- Kids – 1.000m & 2.500m
- Family run – 500m
Participant limit: 500
Race Schedule:
Saturday, February 15: Start of Races (12:00pm)
Races: Family Running 500m, 1000m, 2500m, 5 km.
The 500 and 1000 m races are open to youngsters aged 4 to 12, as well as athletes with disabilities (Men – Women) T20 – T35 – T38. Ages 13+ will compete in distances of 2500m and 5 km which will be divided into age categories. All activities will be held in Alsos Tsamakia.
Sunday, February 16: Start of Races (08:15am)
Races: 10Κm & 21,5Km
Two races, 10km and 21.5km. Ages 18+, with division into age categories. Sapphous Square is the starting and ending point.
Athletes in the 21.5 km half marathon will turn around at Mojito Bay, head towards the Statue of Liberty – backside of the Castle, and finish at Sapphous Square.
The U-turn for the 10 km race will occur near the intersection of the settlement Pligoni, following the same route.
Route map for Half Marathon Of Love Mytilene by Half Marathon Mytilene on plotaroute.com
Ticket Prices:
* Groups: 30% discount for groups and clubs with more than 10 participants
** Pre-Registration: 20% discount
The above discounts apply for payments made by 09.02.2025
On Thursday and Friday (February 13-14, 2025), in-person pre-registrations will take place at ELEVENSES CAFE
👉 REGISTRATIONS
For payment, you can choose one of the following methods:
- Bank deposit:
National Bank of Greece
IBAN: GR2301104150000041500796184
Beneficiary: Πολιτιστικό Επιμορφωτικό ΣΩΜΑΤΕΙΟ ΕΝ ΓΝΩΣΕΙ
Reference: Participant’s Full Name
❗ In case the reference is omitted, please promptly send to registrations@aegeanevents.gr:
Deposit Receipt & Participant’s Full Name - Paypal: paypal.me/aegeanevents
We have secured special offers for participants:
Ferry Tickets
For ships departing from Piraeus, Thessaloniki, Kavala, Chios, Samos, and Mytilene
- 40% discount on all seats, excluding cabins.
- 30% discount on cabins (excluding single and LUX cabins).
- 30% discount on vehicles.
To get these discounts, please provide the following information to info@aegeanevents.gr by 31/01/2025:
• Full name as stated on your ID
• Contact phone number
• Date of birth
• Preferred Dates and Times of Departure and Return
• Departure Port
Accommodation
15% discount at Theofilos Paradise Boutique Hotel (+30 22510-43300) for participants in the Half Marathon at the rates listed on Booking.com
The Blue Sea Hotel offers special rates, including buffet breakfast, for athletes participating in the races. Contact us at info@aegeanevents.gr for the price list.
15% Discount at Elysion Hotel (+30 22510-61531)
15% Discount at The Beehive and The Beehive 2 Airbnb
(More accommodations will be announced soon)
Rentals
(To be announced)
To qualify for the aforementioned discounts, the completion of your registration is required: Fill out the Registration Form and proceed with the corresponding payment.
If you have any queries about the ‘Mytilene Half-Marathon of Love 2025’ or your participation in the race, please contact us at the following phone numbers or email addresses:
| Sector | |
|---|---|
| General Information about the Association | somateioengnosei@gmail.com |
| Race Information | info@aegeanevents.gr |
| Individual Registrations | registrations@aegeanevents.gr |
| Group Registrations | groups@aegeanevents.gr |
| Cancellations | cancellations@aegeanevents.gr |
| Volunteering Program | valunteers@aegeanevents.gr |
☎️ +30 6948183605 / +30 6975884246
Social Media for the Mytilene Half Marathon
If you wish to volunteer for the ‘Mytilene Half-Marathon of Love 2025,’ fill out the form found by clicking on the Volunteer Form link, and we will contact you.
Registration Form:
(If the form does not appear below, you can find it here: Registration Form )
Group Registrations: Clubs & Teams that wish to register as a group are kindly requested to download, fill out, and send the following file Group Registration Form to the email address groups@aegeanevents.gr