
Athens Marathon winner Panagiotis Karaiskos at the 2026 Rhodes International Marathon
May 7, 2026
30% increase in entries for the TUIRhodesMarathon 2026.
May 7, 2026The TUI Rhodes Marathon continues its dynamic course as one of the most popular running institutions in the Mediterranean, establishing Rhodes as a leading destination for sports tourism and high-level international events. The organization of the 26th of April 2026 confirms the steady development of the institution and its ever-growing appeal to runners from all over the world.
A decisive role in the continuous upgrading of the participants' experience is played by Group Mitsis, as Gold Hospitality Sponsor of the event.
Its contribution focuses on providing high-level hospitality services, substantially enhancing the quality of the experience, both for visitors and athletes. This collaboration is a key pillar for strengthening the identity of Rhodes as a destination that combines sports with tourism and international extroversion, while contributing to the further consolidation of the Marathon as a sporting event with a strong footprint in the international running community.
The CEO of Mitsis Group, Mr. Stavros Mitsis, stated: "We are particularly proud to participate for another year as Gold Hospitality Sponsor in the TUI Rhodes Marathon, an event that promotes the sporting ideal and inspires people from all over the world. Through our support, we actively contribute to the emergence of Rhodes as a leading international destination for sports tourism and quality hospitality. We remain firmly committed to creating authentic experiences that connect sports with high-level Greek hospitality."
The President of the Organizing Committee of the TUI Rhodes Marathon, Marietta Papavassiliou, stated: "The long-term support of strategic partners, such as the Mitsis Group, is a key factor in the continuous upgrading of the event and the strengthening of its international presence. Consistently aiming to upgrade the overall experience of runners and their companions, the TUI Rhodes Marathon continues to invest in partnerships that enhance the overall footprint of the institution and promote Rhodes internationally as a destination for sports events and hospitality. We warmly thank the Mitsis Group for its continuous contribution and support in this effort of ours."
Registration continues until April 17th on the event website. rhodesmarathon.gr and those interested can register for the distances of Marathon, of Half Marathon, as well as in the competitions of 5 and 10 kilometers.
Co-organizers of the race are, the Civil Non-Profit Company MARATHON OF RHODES, η South Aegean Region, ο Municipality of Rhodes, η EAS SEGAS Dodecanese and the University of the AegeanThe event is supported by Rhodes Hotel Association, the Dodecanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Museum of Modern Greek Art of Rhodes and the Dodecanese Antiquities Office while it is under the auspices of General Secretariat of Sports, Ministry of Education, Religious Affairs and Sports and the Greek National Tourism Organization.
Ο TUI Rhodes Marathon is carried out with the certification of SEGAS and the International Road Marathon Federation AIMS, on an excellent coastal route that "runs" through the most important sights of Rhodes.
The TUI is the new Title Sponsor and Distribution Partner of TUI Rhodes Marathon, contributing to strengthening the international visibility of the event.
For more information:
https:// www.facebook.com/roadstorhodes
https://www.Instagram.com/tuirhodesmarathon
FROM THE PRESS OFFICE
THE RHODES MARATHON




