On 16 November 2025, this event starts and finishes in Calimera (Puglia), drawing runners through ten of the municipalities that make up the Grecìa Salentina region. It includes a certified marathon (42.195 km), a half marathon (21.097 km), and a 12 km distance, with all routes road-based on asphalt. The courses wind past historic towns, olive groves, ancient “specchie” megalithic ruins, and picturesque dry-stone walls, giving runners both natural beauty and cultural depth. The marathon begins at 8:30 AM from Piazza del Sole; the half marathon starts in Soleto, with shuttle transport available for participants to reach the start. Organisers provide aid stations, timing, and local support — it’s as much a celebration of heritage and landscape as of running.
Races
The Maratona della Grecìa Salentina is organized by ASD La Mandra and will be held on Sunday, 16 November 2025, in Calimera, Province of Lecce, Apulia, Italy, starting from Piazza del Sole. This full marathon course winds through ten of the municipalities in the Grecìa Salentina region, passing by historic churches, olive groves, megalithic remains, and landscapes rich in Pugliese culture.
Also hosted by ASD La Mandra on 16 November 2025 in Calimera, the Half Marathon begins in Soleto and finishes in Piazza del Sole, Calimera. Runners share part of the full marathon’s route, enjoying similar scenic elements—olive trees, traditional stone walls, and local architecture—over a shorter distance.
The 12 km race is also part of the Grecìa Salentina Marathon event on 16 November 2025 in the same setting (Calimera, Apulia, Italy). It provides a more accessible entry distance into the event, sharing some early-route sections with the longer races and offering cultural immersion along quieter roads.
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The Maratona della Grecìa Salentina is organized by ASD La Mandra and will be held on Sunday, 16 November 2025, in Calimera, Province of Lecce, Apulia, Italy, starting from Piazza del Sole. This full marathon course winds through ten of the municipalities in the Grecìa Salentina region, passing by historic churches, olive groves, megalithic remains, and landscapes rich in Pugliese culture.
The Maratona della Grecìa Salentina is 42km long.
The Maratona della Grecìa Salentina takes place in Calimera LE, Italy.
Runna classifies the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina?
The Maratona della Grecìa Salentina is organized by ASD La Mandra and will be held on Sunday, 16 November 2025, in Calimera, Province of Lecce, Apulia, Italy, starting from Piazza del Sole. This full marathon course winds through ten of the municipalities in the Grecìa Salentina region, passing by historic churches, olive groves, megalithic remains, and landscapes rich in Pugliese culture.
How long is the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina?
The Maratona della Grecìa Salentina is 42km long.
Where does the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina take place?
The Maratona della Grecìa Salentina takes place in Calimera LE, Italy.
What is the elevation gain of the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina?
Runna classifies the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina Half Marathon?
How long is the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina Half Marathon?
Where does the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina Half Marathon?
Also hosted by ASD La Mandra on 16 November 2025 in Calimera, the Half Marathon begins in Soleto and finishes in Piazza del Sole, Calimera. Runners share part of the full marathon’s route, enjoying similar scenic elements—olive trees, traditional stone walls, and local architecture—over a shorter distance.
The Maratona della Grecìa Salentina Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Maratona della Grecìa Salentina Half Marathon takes place in Calimera LE, Italy.
Runna classifies the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina Half Marathon?
Also hosted by ASD La Mandra on 16 November 2025 in Calimera, the Half Marathon begins in Soleto and finishes in Piazza del Sole, Calimera. Runners share part of the full marathon’s route, enjoying similar scenic elements—olive trees, traditional stone walls, and local architecture—over a shorter distance.
How long is the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina Half Marathon?
The Maratona della Grecìa Salentina Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina Half Marathon take place?
The Maratona della Grecìa Salentina Half Marathon takes place in Calimera LE, Italy.
What is the elevation gain of the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina Half Marathon?
Runna classifies the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina 12km?
How long is the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina 12km?
Where does the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina 12km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina 12km?
How can I prepare for the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina 12km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina 12km?
The 12 km race is also part of the Grecìa Salentina Marathon event on 16 November 2025 in the same setting (Calimera, Apulia, Italy). It provides a more accessible entry distance into the event, sharing some early-route sections with the longer races and offering cultural immersion along quieter roads.
The Maratona della Grecìa Salentina 12km is 12km long.
The Maratona della Grecìa Salentina 12km takes place in Calimera LE, Italy.
Runna classifies the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina 12km elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina 12km?
The 12 km race is also part of the Grecìa Salentina Marathon event on 16 November 2025 in the same setting (Calimera, Apulia, Italy). It provides a more accessible entry distance into the event, sharing some early-route sections with the longer races and offering cultural immersion along quieter roads.
How long is the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina 12km?
The Maratona della Grecìa Salentina 12km is 12km long.
Where does the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina 12km take place?
The Maratona della Grecìa Salentina 12km takes place in Calimera LE, Italy.
What is the elevation gain of the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina 12km?
Runna classifies the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina 12km elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina 12km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Maratona della Grecìa Salentina 12km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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