Mountain running in Mount Olympus and the Pierian mountains

Mountain running takes place in mountain trails and trails through forests on steep or rocky grounds, hills, forests and valleys that require walking or hiking, high fitness level and suitable equipment.

Pieria hosts mountain racing events the most popular of which is the Olympus Marathon sports event with high participation from famous marathon runners from Greece and abroad.

To experience the wide variety of the activities, visitors can ask for information from public or private sports centers, sports and climbing clubs and specialized organisations, as well as tourist facilities organizing the activities.