The Gravel of Marathon takes place on Sun, Nov 15, 2026 in Marathon, Greece. The main route is 121 km.
- Date
- Sun, Nov 15, 2026
- Start
- Marathon 🇬🇷
- Distance
- 121 km
- Climbing
- 2,020 m
- Level
- Open to all
Your 4-week plan to The Gravel of Marathon
The Peak phase starts this week. Built around your fitness and adjusted every day as your form changes; attach the course and it prepares for the climbs too.
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A UCI Gravel World Series qualifier starting from historic Marathon, Greece.
What this race demands
The Gravel of Marathon demands sustained aerobic power over a hilly 121 km course featuring 2020 meters of climbing. Athletes must pace their efforts efficiently to manage the significant elevation gain while maintaining strong rolling speed.
Climbing volume
With 2020 meters of elevation gain spread across 121 km, riders will face frequent ascents that require steady climbing power and efficient gear selection.
Aerobic endurance
An event of this distance and duration tests an athlete's ability to sustain output over several hours while maintaining proper nutritional intake.
Late-race durability
Accumulated fatigue from repeated climbs in the latter half of the course demands robust muscular endurance and pacing discipline.
A target intake of 60 to 90 grams of carbohydrates per hour is recommended to sustain energy levels across the duration of the event.
What would it take you?
Pick the level closest to yours for an estimate of finish time on this course and the training a solid preparation needs.
Estimated finish
5:25–6:30
Peak-week training
6–8 h/week
A model estimate from distance, climbing and level, not a promise. Conditions, drafting and pacing move it.
IntervalCoach turns those weekly hours into a concrete plan built around your actual fitness. Start with this race as your goal
Your road to race day
Race day at The Gravel of Marathon is 4 weeks away. This is how a coach divides that time. The first phase starts now.
01Peak1 week · Oct 19, 2026 – Oct 25, 2026
The hardest weeks of the plan: race-specific intensity at nearly full training load, sharpening exactly what this race asks for.
02Taper2 weeks · Oct 26, 2026 – Nov 8, 2026
Volume drops while intensity stays: short, sharp efforts keep the legs awake as fatigue drains away.
03Race week1 week · Nov 9, 2026 – Nov 15, 2026
Openers, rest and logistics. The work is done; the job now is arriving fresh.
Frequently asked questions
When is The Gravel of Marathon?
The Gravel of Marathon takes place on Sun, Nov 15, 2026 in Marathon, Greece.
How long is The Gravel of Marathon?
The main route is 121 km.
What does The Gravel of Marathon demand?
The Gravel of Marathon demands sustained aerobic power over a hilly 121 km course featuring 2020 meters of climbing. Athletes must pace their efforts efficiently to manage the significant elevation gain while maintaining strong rolling speed.
How much climbing does The Gravel of Marathon have?
The Gravel of Marathon has 2,020 m of climbing.
Who is The Gravel of Marathon for?
The Gravel of Marathon is open to all participants.
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