Sfakia Sky Marathon attracts participants from 21 countries

The Sfakia Sky Marathon concluded on Sunday, October 25, establishing itself as a significant international mountain running event. The competition drew athletes from 21 different countries, providing international visibility to the Sfakia region and the island of Crete.

The races, held on October 24 and 25, featured participants navigating the White Mountains landscape, which includes over 55 peaks exceeding 2,000 meters. Local officials from the Municipality of Sfakia supported the event through funding and coordination with the Region of Crete.

Key winners included Andreas Manetas in the men's category (5:42:38) and Fotini Meintani in the women's category (5:44:19). Other race segments included the Aradenas route and the Sfakia Vertical Run.