Marathon
MARATHON
Experience the Scenic TUI Cyprus Marathon Along the Pafos Coast
The Marathon (42.2km) is the main race of the weekend, offering breathtaking coastal scenery from start to finish. Starting at Aphrodite’s Birthplace, the route follows the Mediterranean shoreline, passing traditional Pafos villages and fluid stations every 2.5km with enthusiastic local support. The AIMS-accredited course is clearly marked and managed under World Athletics rules. Start time: 7:00 a.m. from Petra Tou Romiou.
APHRODITE’S BIRTHPLACE
- Technical Running T-shirt
- Race Number, Micro-Chip Timing and Pins
- Draw-string bag and luggage label
- Presents and Goodies from our sponsors
- Lead and Sweep vehicles
- Three pacers for the Marathon: 3:30hrs, 4:00hrs & 4:30 hrs
- Fluid Stations every 2.5kms (Water every 2.5km and Water, Electrolytes & Sponges every 5-7.5km)
- Electronic Split Timing, Cameras and Recorders at strategic points
- Live Tracking
- Toilet facilities
- Bananas and Coca Cola
- Medical, Ice Power and Ambulance support throughout the course and at the finish.
- Medal of participation for all finishers
- Trophies for Men’s and Women’s age group winners (Award Ceremony)
- Electronic Certificate of Participation
- Water, electrolytes and fruit
- Bag storage service from DHL (drop-off at the start)
- Results service and race video published on the website.
- Pint of Beer (token will be provided beforehand)
FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS
MARATHON EXPO - RACE NUMBER PICKUP
Collection of race numbers and the goody bag, can be made from the Marathon Expo (“En Plo” Exhibition Hall – 100 metres from the Pafos Castle) at the following dates/times:
Friday, 26th of February: 09:00 – 13:00 & 14:00 – 18:00 hrs
Saturday, 27th of February: 09:00 – 12:30 & 13:00 – 18:00 hrs
Only in special cases, you can get your goody bags on race day. Your goody bag can also be picked up by a friend/family.
Please e-mail us: marketing@cyprusmarathon.com
GROUP DISCOUNTS
There are Group Discounts Available.
Group Registration closes 1st of February 2027.
TRANSPORT TO THE START & BAG STORAGE
The official coaches will depart between 5:30 a.m. and 5:50 a.m. from Kato Pafos Harbour Bus Station (300 meters from Pafos Castle) to take you to the Start Point (you have to choose it while registering).
There you can find the DHL Vans and you can drop off your bags so you can find them at the Finish line. You have to use the official bag given to you during race number pickup. Please don’t bring any valuables.
CUT-OFF TIMES
OVERALL WINNERS
The 1st Man and the 1st Woman of the TUI Cyprus Marathon will be honoured with a wreath from olive leaves straight from the Marathon in Athens, which are immersed in gold; the same honour as the winners of the Cape Town Marathon and the Boston Marathon.
TEAM AWARDS
Teams with four or more runners will automatically be entered in the team competition (first four runners to count). Trophy will be awarded to the first team (overall).
AGE
CATEGORIES
The overall winners are excluded from the Age Categories. Trophies for the Top 3 of each Age Category.
MEN
18-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
WOMEN
18-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70+
SIDE
EVENTS
27th February 2027:
28th February 2027:
2nd March 2027:
5km Sunset Run
Half-Marathon, 10km Race
Cyprus Wine Run
7th March 2026: 5km Sunset Run
8th March 2026: Half-Marathon, 10km Race
10th March 2026: Cyprus Wine Run
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