Dynamic continuation of the collaboration between the Rhodes Marathon and TUI.

The TUI Rhodes Marathon returns strongly for its 11th year on Sunday, April 26, 2026. This year's event marks the continuation of the successful collaboration with TUI Group, as title sponsor and strategic partner of the Marathon.

This collaboration enhances the international appeal of the event and contributes substantially to the further development of sports tourism in Rhodes, one of the leading tourist destinations in the Mediterranean. Thousands of runners from Greece and abroad are set to participate again this year, enjoying a unique 42-kilometer route along the coastal zone, with the Aegean Sea and the city's iconic medieval walls as a backdrop.

The TUI Rhodes Marathon combines sport with the destination experience, showcasing Rhodes internationally and further strengthening its position as a place that hosts major global events.

Ο Magnus Hüttenberend, Group Director responsible for sponsorships at TUI, said: “Rhodes holds a special significance for TUI, not only as one of the most important and popular tourist destinations, but also as a symbol of commitment to sustainable tourism and social responsibility. We are particularly pleased with the continued development of the TUI Rhodes Marathon. Today,

People all over the world are looking for destinations where they can feel welcome and enjoy their holidays with safety and confidence. Rhodes and Greece continue to be a model of warm hospitality, reliability and a safe environment for visitors from all over the world.

The Marathon, therefore, is more than a race, it is a collective celebration of Rhodes and the values that unite us.".

The President of the Organizing Committee of the TUI Rhodes Marathon, Marietta Papavassiliou noted that the organization is constantly evolving and strengthening

its international potential, transforming the race into a comprehensive experience that connects sport with the destination. At the same time, he underlined that

The collaboration with TUI is a decisive factor for the further development and internationalization of the event, enhancing its appeal.

In detail, he stated the following: "The TUI Rhodes Marathon is constantly evolving, increasing both its participation and its importance for Rhodes every year. What started as a simple running race has now evolved into a dynamic experience that unites people, cultures and stories through

sports. Our collaboration with TUI allows us to see further and develop an institution with a solid international orientation, which respects the place and highlights its special characteristics. For us, the most important thing is the participant's experience: to feel Rhodes, the energy of the route, the contact with the history and the hospitality of the island. This is the reason why the Marathon continues to acquire a distinct identity. Together

with TUI we strengthen this effort and shape an institution with an international orientation and a unique experience for every runner".

-For more information:

https://www.rhodesmarathon.gr

https://www.facebook.com/roadstorhodes

https://www.instagram.com/tuirhodesmarathon

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