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This will be a major Mediterranean expansion moment — a new city, a new country, and a race weekend with serious destination appeal.\n**[View ticket availability →](https:\u002F\u002Falerts.roxradar.com\u002Fhyrox-ticket-status)**\n\n","HYROX Athens is Greece’s first HYROX race, held at Metropolitan Expo. Airport-side logistics should be easier than staying deep in central Athens on race day.\n**[Find hotels near the venue →](https:\u002F\u002Fwww.roxradar.com\u002Fevents\u002Fhyrox-athens-2026?tab=hotels)**\n","https:\u002F\u002Fstay22.com\u002Fembed\u002F6a1ab6193f80a50cb3aecf2d","General note: **Metropolitan Expo is located beside Athens International Airport (ATH)**, around 30–40 minutes from central Athens. Athletes now have two clear accommodation strategies: stay **near the venue for maximum race-day convenience** or stay **in central Athens for a broader racecation experience**.\n\n📍 **Near Metropolitan Expo (Recommended for Race Weekend)**\nIf your priority is race-day simplicity, staying near the airport and venue removes almost all transport stress. This is the best option for athletes with early wave times, gym teams, or those flying in for a short trip.\n\n**Premium – $$$$**\n **Sofitel Athens Airport**\n The closest and most convenient option. Located directly opposite Athens International Airport and only minutes from Metropolitan Expo. Ideal for athletes prioritising convenience, recovery, and minimal travel.\n**Mid-range – $$$**\n **Holiday Inn Athens Attica Avenue Airport West**\n A popular airport-area hotel with comfortable rooms, gym facilities, and easy access to both the venue and central Athens.\n**Budget \u002F smart-value – $$**\n **Airport area business hotels and guesthouses**\n Several smaller hotels around Spata and Artemida provide affordable accommodation within a short drive of the venue.\n\n🏛 **Central Athens (Racecation Option)**\nBest for athletes extending their trip and wanting easy access to the Acropolis, restaurants, nightlife, and historic attractions.\n\n**Premium – $$$$**\n **Hotel Grande Bretagne**\n One of Athens’ landmark luxury hotels, located in Syntagma Square.\n**Mid-range – $$$**\n **Electra Metropolis Athens**\n Modern, central, and within walking distance of many major attractions.\n**Budget \u002F smart-value – $$**\n **Athens21**\n A practical central option offering excellent access to Monastiraki, Plaka, and the Acropolis area.\n\n🧠 **RoxRadar Tip**\nUnlike many HYROX cities, the venue is **not located in downtown Athens**. If your main goal is racing, stay near **Metropolitan Expo**. If you’re turning the trip into a proper Greek racecation, consider splitting your stay: race weekend near the venue, then move into central Athens or the Athenian Riviera afterwards.\n","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**.\nTravellers 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.\nOfficial source: https:\u002F\u002Ftravel-europe.europa.eu\n","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.\n","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.\nWithin 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.\n","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.\n**O Kostas** – Classic souvlaki spot; simple, fast, and perfect for a post-race local bite. https:\u002F\u002Fwww.okostas.gr\n**Avocado Athens** – Vegetarian and health-focused meals close to Syntagma. https:\u002F\u002Fwww.avocadoathens.com\n**ERGON House Athens** – Modern Greek food market and restaurant with strong breakfast, protein, and fresh meal options. https:\u002F\u002Fwww.ergonhouse.com\n**Kalamaki Bar** – Easy grilled meat, pita, salads, and athlete-friendly Greek staples. https:\u002F\u002Fwww.kalamakibar.gr\n**Local bakeries \u002F yoghurt bars** – Great for breakfast, honey, fruit, coffee, and simple carbs.\n","Athens has a growing CrossFit and functional fitness scene, making it a solid training city for HYROX-style athletes.\n**CrossFit Kallithea** – Strong functional training option south of central Athens, useful for athletes staying between the city and coast. https:\u002F\u002Fcrossfitkallithea.com\n**CrossFit Chalandri** – Established box in northern Athens with a strong community feel. https:\u002F\u002Fcrossfitchalandri.com\n**Holmes Place Athens** – Premium commercial gym option with cardio, strength, and wellness facilities. https:\u002F\u002Fwww.holmesplace.gr\n**Yava Fitness Centers** – Large Greek gym chain and useful fallback for standard training access. https:\u002F\u002Fwww.yava.gr\nThe key is to message ahead for drop-in access and confirm HYROX-specific equipment if you need sleds, SkiErgs, or wall ball targets.\n","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.\nFor 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\u002FVouliagmeni, with hotel spas offering the easiest premium option.\nAthens 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.\n","**Race Schedule***\n\n**SATURDAY 5 SEPTEMBER 2026**\n\nHYROX MEN 10:00 – 14:10\n\nHYROX ADAPTIVE MEN 10:00 – 14:10\n\nHYROX PRO WOMEN 14:40 – 15:10\n\nHYROX PRO MEN 15:50 – 17:10\n\nHYROX DOUBLES MIXED 17:40 – 20:10\n\n**SUNDAY 6 SEPTEMBER 2026**\n\nHYROX DOUBLES WOMEN 10:00 – 11:10\n\nHYROX WOMEN 11:30 – 13:30\n\nHYROX ADAPTIVE WOMEN 11:30 – 13:30\n\nHYROX PRO DOUBLES WOMEN 14:10 – 14:20\n\nHYROX PRO DOUBLES MEN 14:50 – 15:20\n\nHYROX DOUBLES MEN 15:50 – 17:30\n\nHYROX MENS RELAY 18:00 – 18:05\n\nHYROX MIXED RELAY 18:15 – 18:20\n\nHYROX WOMENS RELAY 18:30 – 18:35\n\n*Provisional, subject to change.\n\n**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.\n\nRun 1 Go ‘IN’ the THIRD time you see the ‘IN’\n\nRun 2-8 Go ‘IN’ the SECOND time you see the ‘IN’","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.\n\n**Ceremony Schedule**\n\n**SATURDAY 5 SEPTEMBER 2026**\n\nHYROX MEN 16:00\n\nHYROX ADAPTIVE MEN 15:50\n\nHYROX PRO WOMEN 19:00\n\nHYROX PRO MEN 19:00\n\nHYROX DOUBLES MIXED 21:45\n\n**SUNDAY 6 SEPTEMBER 2026**\n\nHYROX DOUBLES WOMEN 13:00\n\nHYROX WOMEN 15:15\n\nHYROX ADAPTIVE WOMEN 15:05\n\nHYROX PRO DOUBLES WOMEN 17:00\n\nHYROX PRO DOUBLES MEN 17:00\n\nHYROX DOUBLES MEN 19:15\n\nHYROX MENS RELAY 20:15\n\nHYROX MIXED RELAY 20:15\n\nHYROX WOMENS RELAY 20:15","**Race Day Athlete Registration:**To Be Announced\n\n**Important Information:**\n\n- You **must** bring ID.\n- Checking in on behalf of others is not allowed.\n- During race weekend, it is only possible to check in on the day you are competing","**Relay** **Laps to run:**","**Relay Briefing:**SUNDAY 6TH SEPT. 17:00","HYROX Athens 2026: 5–6 Sep. Finished | RoxRadar","HYROX Athens 2026 has finished at Metropolitan Expo. Venue and weekend info.","\u002Fhyrox-ticket-status\u002Fhyrox-athens-2026"]