FOLEGANDROS CHALLENGE RUN 2026
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 2026 – Where endurance becomes an experience.
Folegandros Challenge Run 2026
co-organizer
Folegandros Challenge run transportation sponsors 2026
Communication sponsors
Supporters
For the results go on : https//ftt.gr/folegandros-2026/
Offers for the run
Boat Tickets
Seajet 20%
Fastferies 30% and 20% on vehicles
For the boat tickets offers contact
https://www.diaploustravel.gr/
Accommodation
Folegandros apartments 10% https://www.folegandros-apartments.com/
Vardia bay 15% voucer CHORAR15 www.folegandrosstarshotels.com
Chora resort 15% voucer CHORAR15 www.folegandrosstarshotels.com
Aegeo hotel 12% +306947638879 www.aegeohotel.com
Kifines 20% +30 2286 041463 www.kifines.gr
Ampelos 25% +306947429557 www.ampeloshotel.com
Solaris 12% +30 2286 041297 www.solaris-hotel.com
Eugenia 12% +306947638879 www.evgeniarooms.com
Lemon tree 15% +306938443481 www.lemontreehouses.com
Horizon Hotel 15% 2286 041616 https://www.hotelhorizon.gr/
Vehicle offers
Faros rent a car 10% 6908873501 https://farosrentacar.gr
For the offer you will need the registration number .
Restaurants and Cafe
Syrma Cafe Offer 10% discount on your order.
A complimentary treat: Choose between homemade lemonade or a portion of tzatziki
with oil-and-oregano pita bread.
Others
Boho Concept Syrma Offer10% discount on purchases over €20.
A complimentary souvenir magnet of Folegandros as a gift with your purchase.
INFORMATION ABOUT THE RACEFolegandros Challenge Run
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Folegandros builds resilient athletes.Location: Folegandros Island
Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
Race Events & Start Times:Half Marathon (21.1km) – 17:00
Route: Livadi – Chryssopigi – Pounta
Elevation gain: ~660m
Video of the route follows.
10km Race – 17:30
Circular route from Pounta to Ano Meria and back. Video of the route beneath.
5km Race – 18:00
Route: Pounta – Church of Stavros – Pounta Video Beneath
Registration link
https://raceid.com/el/races/14741/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 packEligibility:
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:
Friday, Sept 25: 17:00–21:00Saturday, Sept 26: 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 conductCATEGORIES – AWARDS
Half Marathon – 21.1 km
Overall Men’s and Women’s ClassificationTrophies will be awarded to the top three male and top three female finishers.Age CategoriesIn each age category, the following awards will be presented:1st Place: Trophy
2nd Place: Medal
3rd Place: MedalSeparate categories for men and women:18–39 years
40–59 years
60 years and over
Road Race – 10 km
Overall Men’s and Women’s ClassificationTrophies will be awarded to the top three male and top three female finishers.Age CategoriesIn each age category, the following awards will be presented:1st Place: Trophy
2nd Place: Medal
3rd Place: MedalSeparate categories for men and women:18–39 years
40–59 years
60 years and over
Road Race – 5 km
Overall Men’s and Women’s ClassificationTrophies will be awarded to the top three male and top three female finishers.Age CategoriesIn each age category, the following awards will be presented:1st Place: Trophy
2nd Place: Medal
3rd Place: MedalSeparate categories for men and women:14–29 years
30–49 years
50 years and overFolegandros 2026 – Where endurance becomes experience.
Run the path. Build yourself.
Sunset in Ano Meria
Running at Karavostasis
For results
Thank You All!!!!See in 2026
1st Folegandros Challenge Run
Video from the Run
Special thanks to Nikolaj Christensen