5km & 10km
Kolisavra Run
6.5km
+300m
Route
The race starts from the eastern beach of Paleochora (Skala location). The first 800 meters run through completely flat terrain within the picturesque town of Paleochora, heading north until reaching the area of Kampos, essentially at the base of the hill to be climbed.
Detailed route description of “Kolisavra Run”
From that point, a steep uphill section begins, 2,450 meters long, alternating between trail and rural road, which will lead us to the highest point of the course, at the location Vigles, at an altitude of 300 meters. At the 3.25 km mark of the race, we make an on-the-spot turnaround and follow exactly the same path we just climbed, descending 2,450 meters back to Kampos, and then covering the final 800 flat meters that will take us to the finish line.
The view throughout the ascent and then during the descent is unique, as we gaze southward over the Libyan Sea and the island of Gavdos, eastward toward Cape Krokodilos, northward toward the inland region of Selino and the White Mountains, and westward toward the greater area of Koundoura. The combination of the stunning blue of the sky and sea with the beautiful terrain of the Cretan countryside is sure to enchant you.