Folegandros builds resilient athletes. Its road has character – with twists, elevation changes and views that follow you every step of the way.The body is tested, the mind remains focused and the sea, always by your side, keeps you in touch with why you started.Folegandros does not make it difficult to tire you – it makes it difficult to build you. With every kilometer, you leave behind a weaker self and arrive stronger at the finish line.Folegandros 2025 – Where endurance becomes an experience.
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INFORMATION ABOUT THE RACEFolegandros Challenge Run
Sunday, September 28, 2025
Folegandros builds resilient athletes.Location: Folegandros Island
Date: Sunday, September 28, 2025
Race Events & Start Times:Half Marathon (21.1km) – 17:30
Route: Livadi – Chryssopigi – Pounta
Elevation gain: ~660m
Video of the route follows.
10km Race – 18:00
Circular route from Pounta to Ano Meria and back. Video of the route beneath.
5km Race – 18:30
Route: Pounta – Church of Stavros – Pounta Video Beneath
Registration link
https://raceid.com/en/races/13945/aboutEntry Fee: €15 (free for SEGAS-licensed athletes).Race Pack Includes:
Bib number & timing chipTechnical race T-shirtFinisher’s medalWater & nutrition stationsPost-race refreshments & snacksCommemorative Folegandros gift packAwards & Categories:
Trophies for 1st place, medals for 2nd and 3rd in General & Age Categories:Half Marathon: 18–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60+ (Men & Women)10km: 16–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60+5km: 14–29, 30–49, 50+Eligibility:
21km: Ages 18+10km: Ages 16+ (minors require parental consent)5km: Ages 14+ (minors require parental consent)Time Limits:
21km: 3 hours10km: 1 hour 30 minutes5km: 45 minutesBib Pickup:
Saturday, Sept 27: 17:00–21:00Sunday, Sept 28: 11:00–14:00
Race Office – Ntounavi Square (Folegandros Town Hall)Safety & Support:
Water stations & medical coverageVolunteer pacers for front and back runners
Note: No personal insurance provided by the event. Athletes participate at their own risk and are advised to have a health check beforehand.Disqualifications:
Skipping checkpoint areasShort-cutting the routeUnsportsmanlike conductTravel & Accommodation Discounts:
Special offers from ferry companies and local hotels for runners and their companions will be announced soon on the event’s official page.Folegandros 2025 – Where endurance becomes experience.
Run the path. Build yourself.

Sunset in Ano Meria

Running at Karavostasis