The Municipality of Epidavros, the Prefecture of Peloponnese, and whynot Co. organize the 9-10 eptember 2023, Triathlon, Aquathlon, Swimming, and running races in Ancient Epidavros. It is an event that was successfully organized for first the time in 2014. This year, it comes back dynamically, having in its program, apart from all the known racing options (Standard, sprint, super sprint, etc.).
Under the auspices of
- Prefecture of Peloponnese
- Regional Unity of Argolida
- Ministry of Culture – Archaeological Service
- Ministry of Tourism
- ΤΟΕ
- GNTO
Races & Age Groups
Saturday, September 9
Swim Events
The Swimming races (1500m & 3000m) are integrated to WSL – OpenWater league
Swim kids 300m : (8 – 14 years old)
Age Groups Boys – Girls (8-9, 10-12, 13-14)
Swim 1500m : (12*+ years old), Age Groups Men – Women (12*–19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, +70).
*born 2007 & 2008 will also be allowed in case of swimming athletes with proven races on free style and for +400 meters
Swim 3000m : (16+ years old)
Age Groups Men – Women (16–19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, +70)
Remarks – Awards
- There is no overall division in kid’s races.
- In order to have an awarding category, at least three athletes are required; otherwise, the age group class will be incorporated with the next one.
- The first athletes of the overall divisions cannot be awarded in its age group class as well.
Sunday, September 10
Triathlon
The Standard & Sprint triathlon races are integrated to WTL – Triathlon league
Standard 49,5km:
(Individual – Relay) (18+ ετών)
swim: 1.5km, Bike: 38km, Run: 10km
Age Groups, Men – Women (18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50 -54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, +70)
Relay: Men/mixed (teams either by men or mixed men-women), Women (only women) and Corporate
Sprint 28km:
(Individual – Relay) (16+ ετών)
swim: 750m, Bike: 22km, Run: 5km,
Age Groups, Men – Women (16-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50 -54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, +70)
Relay: Men/mixed (teams either by men or mixed men-women), Women (only women) and Corporate
Aquathlon
Adults Aquathlon: (16+ ετών)
swim: 750m, Run: 5km
Age Groups, Men – Women (+16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50 -54, 55-59, +60)
Junior Aquathlon : (6 – 15 ετών)
swim: 150m, Run: 1km
There is no overall division in kid’s races
Age Groups, Boys – Girls (6-7, 8-9, 10-12, 13-15)
RACES
Calendar / Schedule
*THE RECEIPT OF THE ATHLETE PACKAGE IS MADE FROM THE SECRETARIAT DURING ITS WORKING HOURS
Friday, September 8
17.30 – 21.30: Registration services at Cafe Aktis (Port of Ancient Epidavros)
First Day of the Events
Saturday, September 9
09.00 – 21.00: Registration services at the Cafe Aktis (Port of Ancient Epidavros).[Attention, the Registration services is NOT in the swimming races area.]
10.15: Swimming 1.500m at «Verdelis» Beach, at Gialassi
10.25: Swimming 3.000m at «Verdelis» Beach, at Gialassi
12.00: Kids Swimming 300m at «Verdelis» Beach, at Gialassi
12.45: Swimming award ceremony at «Verdelis» Beach, at Gialassi
19.30: Race Briefing, at Cafe Praxis, (Port of Ancient Epidavros)
Second Day of the Events
Sunday, September 10
06.30 – 11.00: Registration services at the Cafe Aktis (Port of Ancient Epidavros)
07.00 – 07.50: Bike check
08.00: Start of the Standard (Vagionia Beach)
08.15: Start of the Spring & Aquathlon (Vagionia Beach)
11.15: Start of the Junior Aquathlon (Port of Ancient Epidavros)
11.45 – 13.30: Bike check out*
12.30: Award ceremony
A few words
The municipality of Epidaurus (Epidavros) is a historic region of Argolida in the eastern side, located at the foot of mountains Arachnaio, Premium and Tithio, where -according to mythology- Asclepius was born. The strategic location of Epidaurus, and especially Asklipio contributed to the remarkable growth of the city. The residents concentrated on shipping. The first settlement belongs to the prehistoric period and is located 12 km from the town of Ancient Epidaurus.
The name Epidaurus was taken by its third king, Epidaurus, who was a hero of the region, son of Argos and Evadnis. According to Homer, Epidaurus took part in the Trojan War having the two sons of Asclepius (Podalirius and Machaona) as leaders. Epidaurus also took part at the Medic Wars and was an ally of Sparta in the Peloponnesian War, which is directly linked to Epidaurus War, which took place between them and Argos, a neighbouring city which was Athens ally. Epidaurus became famous throughout Greece, because of the Asklipieio, with the sanctuary of Asclepius, which dominated the city since the end of fifth and early fourth century. In recent history, Epidaurus became a unique symbol during the Greek revolution with the two historical assemblies: the first on 20 – 12 – 1821 which proclaimed the independence of the Greek nation and the second in March 1826.
Ligourio, amphitheatrically situated on the south of the hill Agioi Taxiarches, overlooking Parnonas and the other mountains of Arkadia, has a population of about 3000. The area, where people are mainly occupied in agriculture and stock-raising, is filled with verdant gardens, orchards and olive groves. Ligourio has a strong presence in financial life with its marble quarries and small industries of wood, iron and ceramic processing. One of the main occupations of the inhabitants is also tourism, with the nearby Temple of Asklepios and the Epidaurus Festival (“Epidauria”), which is famous worldwide, contributing greatly to the touristic development of the district.
Source: Municipality of Epidaurus www.epidavros.gr
Ancient Theater of Epidaurus
The Ancient Theater of Epidaurus is considered the greatest ancient Greek theater in terms of acoustics and aesthetics. Its capacity is 13,000 spectators and is located in the area of Epidaurus Asklepios, just 14 km from the village Lygourio. The theater, a strong element of the ancient Greek religion, was built in the late fourth century BC on the slopes of Kynortyou to entertain the patients of Asklepios. It operated for several centuries and in 395 AD Goths invasion of the Peloponnese caused serious damage to Asklepion.
Small Theater of Epidaurus
The Small Theater of Epidaurus or “shell of the Argosaronic Gulf”, was excavated in 1971 after 23 centuries of silence. It is located in the Acropolis of the ancient city of Epidaurus at the South-Western slope and it has a capacity of 2000 seats. It was built in the 4th century, with the sponsorship of prominent rulers and upper class people, in honor of the God Dionysus and underwent profound changes during the Roman occupation. A remarkable characteristic of the theatre are the inscriptions which consist a real-living museum.
The Sunken City
In the shallow waters of Kalymnios beach, a small part of the ancient city has submerged. One could see the remnants in the waters either by boat or swimming. In some places the ancient breakwater is still preserved. It is worth diving at a depth of only two meters to marvel the well-preserved ruins. It is a fact that the sight will leave you filled with awe.
Church of the Assumption of Mary
Ligourio’s inhabitants are deeply religious, as indicated by the marvelous churches found in the area.
The Church of the Assumption of Mary (Panagitsa): In the central square of the old village a visitor may find this Post-Byzantine temple, a significant edifice of the second Venetian domination period (1685-1715).
More info : pocket-guide.gr
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