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Just a short drive from Athens, Nea Makri offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city, where you can soak up the sun, indulge in delicious local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Greece. Our prime location offers experiences for every one of your desires. If you seek serenity, you will find it through the peaceful rhythm of the surroundings while exhilarating outdoor activities are here waiting for the most sportive souls.
Marathon Beach is a lengthy, sandy seashore stretching along the northeastern coast of Athens. It boasts some large on-site rocks and a smooth, shallow seabed, while it is about an hour away from the city center. Marathon hosts a plethora of beach bars and taverns near the shore, as well as plenty of sun loungers and sun umbrellas for rent.
A lengthy beach with a sandy coast and shallow, crystalline waters, Schinias Beach is located at the edge of a thick pine forest, with trees extending all the way to the shoreline. While many sections of the beach are organised, the best area for relaxation and a leisurely walk is at its breathtaking northern boundary. Food, activities, entertainment, and even ports are within a very reasonable distance.
When it comes to scuba diving, whether you are a beginner or a seasoned professional, there is something for everyone in Marathon. There are many locations that are perfect for those who want to explore its underwater world.
For sea lovers, there is nothing more sublime than snorkeling to explore the vast array of whimsical marine creatures and underwater landscapes. Consider hitting the reset button with a snorkeling experience before returning to the hectic bustle of everyday life.
Filled with action, adventure and nature at its best, off-road excursions provide a unique opportunity for outdoor fans to explore the beautiful landscapes of Marathon. There is a variety of guided tours and customized tours on offer throughout the area.
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Lake Marathon or the Marathon Reservoir is a man-made water supply reservoir formed from the construction of Marathon Dam at the junction of Charadros and Varnavas torrents near the town of Marathon. Its construction began in 1926 and was completed in 1929. The dam was made of concrete and is entirely covered by Pentelic marble.
The Athens Classic Marathon, The Authentic, is an annual marathon road race held in Athens, normally in early November (the second Sunday of November), since 1972. The 42,195m Marathon Race is inspired by the Ancient Greek legend of Pheidippides, a news-bearing foot soldier from ancient Athens, who announced – with his last words – the victory of the Greeks against the Persians during the Marathon Battle in 490 BC.
Mount Pentelicus is a mountain in Attica, situated northeast of Athens and southwest of Marathon. Marble from Mount Pentelicus is of exceptionally high quality and was used to construct much of the Athenian Acropolis. Later, Pentelic marble was exported to Rome, where it was used in construction and in sculptures.
Fully renovated in 1994, the Archeological Museum of Marathon mainly houses five thematic exhibition rooms, a patio and a large storage basement. Its collections come directly from excavations in the surrounding area and include items from the Prehistoric period to the late Roman era, the most famous being from the tombs of the Athenians and the Plataians who fought at the Battle of Marathon (490 BC).
The Marathon Run Museum is located in the northeastern region of Attica, Marathon, the place where the marathon race was born. The small museum showcases more than 4,000 exhibits that present the Marathon race from 1896 to present day. While its permanent exhibition is divided into two sections.
The Tombs of Marathon, 42 kilometres from Athens, are the burial mounds of the brave Athenian and Plataean heroes who gave their lives during the battle of Marathon in 490 BC, where their heavily outnumbered army defeated the mighty Persians. There are three monuments of the plain of Marathon, the Athenian Tumulus, the Plataean Tumulus, and a victory column erected by the Athenians.
Attributed to Herod Atticus, a dynamic and prominent personality, who was born in Marathon, the Sanctuary of the Egyptian Gods was dedicated to Serapis a Hellenised version of the god Osiris as well as his consort Isis and their son Horus. The archeological site is located in the area Brexiza, about 1.5 km south of the Tomb of the Athenians and dates back to around 150-160 AD.
Ramnous was an ancient Greek city in Attica situated on the coast, overlooking the Euboean Strait. Its ruins are the best-preserved demos (a subdivision of a city-state) site of Attica and lie northwest of the modern town of Agia Marina in the municipality of Marathon. Strategically located on a hill very close to the sea, the town overlooked and controlled two natural ports of vital importance to the Athenians, in terms of both commerce and warfare.
A beautiful Greek Orthodox Monastery, St. Ephraim of Nea Makri is one of the oldest monasteries in the region, nestled peacefully up the hill around 10 minutes’ drive from the town’s center.
In the centre of Nea Makri you will find the beautiful Orthodox Church of St. Konstantinos and St. Eleni. A traditional example of a Greek Orthodox Church, it is just a few minutes’ walk from the main square, featuring a beautiful altar and iconography.