Cyprus Marathon
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TUI Cyprus Marathon
The TUI Cyprus Marathon is an annual running event held in the historic city of Pafos. Established in 1999, the event features a course that blends Mediterranean scenery with ancient history. The route for the full marathon starts at Petra tou Romiou, the mythical birthplace of Aphrodite, and follows the coastline toward the historic Paphos harbour, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Participants can choose from several distances:
- Marathon (42.195 km)
- Half-Marathon
- 10 km Race
- 5 km Sunset Run
- Wine Run
The marathon course is described as flat and fast, offering views of the Mediterranean Sea. The 5 km Sunset Run takes place on Saturday at Pafos Castle, while the longer distances occur on Sunday. The marathon begins at Aphrodite’s Rock, while the Half-Marathon and 10 km races start at Pafos Castle. The event includes award ceremonies for overall winners and age categories. The organizers also implement eco-friendly initiatives and sustainability actions to reduce the environmental footprint of the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.