The dynamic visit to Athens by the Organizing Committee of the TUI Rhodes International Marathon was a resounding success and aimed at further raising the event’s international profile. A delegation from the committee, led by Chairwoman Marietta Papavasiliou, attended from November 4 to 7, 2026, at the 43rd Authentic Marathon Expo, “Allwyn Marathon Expo,” held at the Tae Kwon Do Indoor Arena in Palaio Faliro.
At the Region of South Aegean’s booth, which drew thousands of visitors, the Rhodes delegation provided detailed information to athletes and runners from every corner of the globe about the 12th Rhodes Marathon. This sporting event in the southeastern Mediterranean is scheduled for April 18, 2027, having established itself as one of the most popular and attractive events in the running community both domestically and internationally.
In a statement, the Chair of the Organizing Committee, Ms. Marietta Papavasiliou, emphasized the importance of participating in the event and issued an open invitation to the public: “We eagerly and joyfully await all runners and visitors to come and experience our race, as well as get a small taste of Dodecanese hospitality. And of course, we look forward to welcoming them on April 18 in beautiful Rhodes, so they can experience the island’s beauty firsthand, but also to run in a truly unique race alongside runners from all over the world.”
The TUI Rhodes International Marathon continues its preparations by offering a seaside route alongside the city’s medieval walls, combining athletic excellence with the island’s cultural heritage.
Registration is now open for 2027
The Organizing Committee informs interested parties that online registration for the 2027 event has begun. Runners can register via the race’s official website for the following events:
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
- 10 km Run
- 5-km Run
The program also includes a fun run and a walking race, as well as a 600-meter kids’ race (Kids 600m).
An internationally certified event
The TUI Rhodes Marathon takes place on a circular seaside course that passes by Rhodes’ most important historical landmarks, overlooking the Aegean Sea. The race is officially approved and certified by SEGAS, as well as by the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS).
Co-organizers and supporters:
The co-organizers of this sporting event are the non-profit organization MARATHON OF RHODES, the Region of South Aegean, the Municipality of Rhodes, and the Dodecanese Branch of the Hellenic Athletics Federation (EAS SEGAS). The event is actively supported by the Rhodes Hoteliers Association, the Dodecanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and the Dodecanese Ephorate of Antiquities. It is held under the auspices of the General Secretariat of Sports, the Ministry of Education, Religion, and Sports, the Hellenic Athletics Federation (SEGAS), and the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO), while the travel agency TUI serves as the Title Sponsor and Distribution Partner.
For information and registration, those interested can visit the website www.rhodesmarathon.gr as well as the official social media pages on Facebook (@roadstorhodes) and Instagram (@tuirhodesmarathon).
