Athens Marathon Flame Arrives in Larnaca Ahead of Sunday’s Race

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Main roads in Larnaca will close from 06:00 to 13:00 on Sunday, with eight parking areas available for visitors.

The Radisson Hotels Larnaka Marathon returns on Sunday, 15 November 2026, with more than 14,000 runners from 85 countries expected to take part. This year’s event features a revamped marathon route and an expanded partnership with Radisson Hotels, with the Radisson Beach Resort Larnaca now joining the Radisson Blu Hotel Larnaca.

Race programme

The programme includes:

  • the Marathon
  • the Half Marathon
  • the 10km Road Race
  • the Individual and Corporate 5km Race
  • the McDonald’s™ Kids Race 1km

Arrival of the Athens Authentic Marathon flame

A highlight of the event is the arrival of the Flame of the Athens Authentic Marathon on Friday, 13 November 2026. The schedule is as follows:

  • 16:30: Reception of the flame at the Skylink Services Private VIP Terminal, at the Old Larnaca Airport
  • 17:30: Torch relay through the city
  • 18:30: Flame-lighting ceremony at the Finikoudes amphitheatre, where the torch relay ends

Accessibility and social initiatives

The event continues to place particular emphasis on accessibility and social contribution. Wheelchair fencing champion Kelly Loufaki joins as VIP Athlete Ambassador.

The marathon is also hosting the Stoiximan Wheels of Change team, in cooperation with AbleBook and the “Yparcho” Training and Rehabilitation Centre. Olympic and world champion gymnast Lefteris Petrounias will join the team.

The event also supports the work of the “Mora Thavmata” association. It is continuing its environmental initiatives through the Green Strides programme, with Bioland Energy Group as Sustainability Sponsor.

Registration centre

The Registration Centre is open from 12 to 14 November at the Larnaca Municipality Multipurpose Centre for Social Welfare and Employment. Horizon Towers by SLK Development is the Registration Sponsor.

Traffic arrangements and parking

For the safety of athletes, temporary traffic arrangements and road closures will apply on main roads in the city on Sunday, 15 November, from 06:00 to 13:00. Eight organised parking areas will be available for participants and visitors.