HYROX Athens 2026

Race Schedule*

SATURDAY 5 SEPTEMBER 2026

HYROX MEN 10:00 – 14:10

HYROX ADAPTIVE MEN 10:00 – 14:10

HYROX PRO WOMEN 14:40 – 15:10

HYROX PRO MEN 15:50 – 17:10

HYROX DOUBLES MIXED 17:40 – 20:10

SUNDAY 6 SEPTEMBER 2026

HYROX DOUBLES WOMEN 10:00 – 11:10

HYROX WOMEN 11:30 – 13:30

HYROX ADAPTIVE WOMEN 11:30 – 13:30

HYROX PRO DOUBLES WOMEN 14:10 – 14:20

HYROX PRO DOUBLES MEN 14:50 – 15:20

HYROX DOUBLES MEN 15:50 – 17:30

HYROX MENS RELAY 18:00 – 18:05

HYROX MIXED RELAY 18:15 – 18:20

HYROX WOMENS RELAY 18:30 – 18:35

*Provisional, subject to change.

**Registration on-site opens for each division 90 minutes before the first start wave of that division. If you wish to enter the hall before your official check-in window, please go via the Spectators Desk and show your ticket & ID.

Run 1 Go ‘IN’ the THIRD time you see the ‘IN’

Run 2-8 Go ‘IN’ the SECOND time you see the ‘IN’

Relay Laps to run:

Race Day Athlete Registration:To Be Announced

Important Information:

• You must bring ID.
• Checking in on behalf of others is not allowed.
• During race weekend, it is only possible to check in on the day you are competing

Age group ceremonies for the race weekend will be held after all athletes in each division have competed. If you podiumed, and competed on a weekday, please go to Help Desk with your ID, and you will receive free access to attend the ceremony and collect your flag. Any additional spectators will need to purchase a spectator ticket. Please refer to the ceremony schedule below.

Ceremony Schedule

SATURDAY 5 SEPTEMBER 2026

HYROX MEN 16:00

HYROX ADAPTIVE MEN 15:50

HYROX PRO WOMEN 19:00

HYROX PRO MEN 19:00

HYROX DOUBLES MIXED 21:45

SUNDAY 6 SEPTEMBER 2026

HYROX DOUBLES WOMEN 13:00

HYROX WOMEN 15:15

HYROX ADAPTIVE WOMEN 15:05

HYROX PRO DOUBLES WOMEN 17:00

HYROX PRO DOUBLES MEN 17:00

HYROX DOUBLES MEN 19:15

HYROX MENS RELAY 20:15

HYROX MIXED RELAY 20:15

HYROX WOMENS RELAY 20:15

Relay Briefing:SUNDAY 6TH SEPT. 17:00

Athens has a growing CrossFit and functional fitness scene, making it a solid training city for HYROX-style athletes.

CrossFit Kallithea – Strong functional training option south of central Athens, useful for athletes staying between the city and coast. https://crossfitkallithea.com

CrossFit Chalandri – Established box in northern Athens with a strong community feel. https://crossfitchalandri.com

Holmes Place Athens – Premium commercial gym option with cardio, strength, and wellness facilities. https://www.holmesplace.gr

Yava Fitness Centers – Large Greek gym chain and useful fallback for standard training access. https://www.yava.gr

The key is to message ahead for drop-in access and confirm HYROX-specific equipment if you need sleds, SkiErgs, or wall ball targets.

Athens is excellent for athletes because Greek food naturally supports race-week fuelling: grilled proteins, rice, potatoes, salads, yoghurt, olive oil, and fresh seafood are easy to find.

O Kostas – Classic souvlaki spot; simple, fast, and perfect for a post-race local bite. https://www.okostas.gr

Avocado Athens – Vegetarian and health-focused meals close to Syntagma. https://www.avocadoathens.com

ERGON House Athens – Modern Greek food market and restaurant with strong breakfast, protein, and fresh meal options. https://www.ergonhouse.com

Kalamaki Bar – Easy grilled meat, pita, salads, and athlete-friendly Greek staples. https://www.kalamakibar.gr

Local bakeries / yoghurt bars – Great for breakfast, honey, fruit, coffee, and simple carbs.

Athens has a strong recovery profile because it offers three useful lanes: warm-weather walking, coastal reset, and accessible massage. The best post-race plan is simple: light movement in the morning, a clean Greek meal, and either a sports massage or beach recovery session later in the day.

For active recovery, the National Garden, Philopappos Hill, and the pedestrian routes around the Acropolis offer easy walking with strong scenery. If you want a true downshift, head toward the Athenian Riviera for sea air, swimming, and relaxed coastal movement. Massage and physio services are widely available across central Athens and Glyfada/Vouliagmeni, with hotel spas offering the easiest premium option.

Athens recovery works best when you don’t over-plan it. Walk early before the heat builds, eat well, get bodywork if needed, then use the coast or a rooftop sunset as the reset.

Athens is relatively straightforward for visitors. The airport connects to the city by metro, suburban rail, express bus, and taxi, with the metro usually the cleanest option if you’re staying near central stations like Syntagma or Monastiraki.

Within the city, the metro is the best transport mode for athletes. It is affordable, reliable, and avoids much of the traffic. Taxis and ride-hailing are useful backups, especially for race day once the venue is confirmed. If staying along the coast, allow extra time because traffic between central Athens and the Riviera can build quickly.

Greece is part of the Schengen Area. Travellers from many countries, including the UK, USA, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Japan, and South Korea, can usually enter the Schengen Area visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period.

Travellers from non-visa-exempt countries may need to apply for a Schengen short-stay visa before arrival. Passport validity rules generally require your passport to be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen Area, though 6 months is safer for travel.

Official source: https://travel-europe.europa.eu

Athens sits in the mid-range tier for European HYROX travel. Flights from Europe are usually affordable, especially from major hubs, while long-haul athletes may find Athens slightly more expensive than central European cities but cheaper than premium destinations like London, Zurich, or New York. Hotels vary heavily by neighbourhood and season, with central Athens and coastal areas commanding higher rates, but good value still available outside the most tourist-heavy zones. Food is a major strength: athletes can eat well without overspending, with grilled meats, salads, rice, potatoes, seafood, and yoghurt-based options everywhere. Local transport is also reasonable, making Athens a strong value racecation if booked early.