Aquathlon & City Run 2025 in Artemida - Swim, Run & Celebrate by the Sea
Today, Artemida isn’t just another beach town - it’s the beating heart of Greek multisport. From early in the morning until the sun goes down, the city comes alive with movement, excitement, and positive energy. Hundreds of athletes from all over Greece have gathered here for a dynamic celebration of endurance and spirit, competing in running, swimming, and Aquathlon events. But this isn’t just about competition - it’s an open invitation to the public to come watch, cheer, and become part of an unforgettable experience.
This year’s event, titled Artemida Legacy 2025, continues the journey that began with Aqua Adventures by Artemida, which took place for three consecutive years (2022–2024). In 2025, the event has taken a new shape - more organized, more official - now part of the Why Not league.
For the first time, the Hellenic Triathlon Federation is an active co-organizer, hosting the Panhellenic Aquathlon Championship alongside the open races for the general public. It's a great mix of competitive and amateur spirit coming together in one shared experience.
The Trolley Café serves as the heart of the event - hosting race starts and finishes, awards ceremonies, announcements, and the technical support hub for the day.
The event is supported by the Municipality of Spata - Artemida, which plays a key role by providing local infrastructure and coordination. The entire event is held under the guidelines of the 2025 Triathlon Competition Rulebook and the official sanctioning of the Federation.
What’s Happening Today - And Where to Watch It
Panhellenic Aquathlon Championship - Standard Distance (Starts at 09:30)
The main event of the day features top-tier athletes from across the country competing in a classic endurance format:
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2.5 km run
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1,000 m open water swim
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2.5 km run
The entire race starts and finishes at Trolley Café, with transitions and swim entry points just steps away. Spectators can easily follow the action from the beachfront path or the road along the sea – all close and accessible.
Categories include:
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Men & Women (born 2006 or earlier)
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Youth U23 (born 2002–2007)
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Masters (born before 1991), with 5-year age groups (35–39, 40–44, up to 70+)
If water temperatures are below 22°C, the format switches: swim first (1,000m), then run 5 km (two loops).
Open Water Swim Events (10:30 - 12:15)
Recreational and amateur swimmers take on safe, clearly marked loop courses:
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3,000 m (2 loops) - Long-distance swim with open-sea challenge
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1,500 m (1 loop) -A great middle-distance option
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Kids Swim 300 m (12:15) - A fun, short triangular swim for ages 8–14
City Run Races (18:30 - 19:30)
In the afternoon, Artemida lights up again with running events for all levels:
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5 km & 10 km city runs for ages 16+, following a scenic route along the beach and through the town (including 25th Martiou, Androu, and Sereti streets). Sunset views, sea breeze, and smooth terrain make for an inspiring race - and an enjoyable spectator experience.
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Kids Run 1 km (19:30) - A fun, safe straight-line course for children aged 6–16, starting and finishing right at Trolley Café.
All routes are GPS-tracked and available on Strava, so you can follow each loop with precision.
Awards & Celebration
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12:30 - Awards for Aquathlon & Swim Events
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20:00 - Awards for City Run Events
Ceremonies are held open to the public at Trolley Café - expect big smiles, proud moments, and plenty of photo ops.
Why You Should Come - Even If You’re Not Racing
There’s something truly powerful about feeling the pulse of an event like this - seeing people of all ages running, swimming, pushing themselves with passion and positivity. It’s not just about medals or records.
It’s about movement. Health. Joy. Progress. And it’s about community.
Who knows?
Maybe next time, you’ll be the one at the starting line – not just watching… but part of the race.
Always in beautiful Artemida.
Source: Why Not
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