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Marathon Battlefield and Tomb

Marathon, Greece

History

The Soros, a mound about 12 metres high, holds the ashes of 192 Athenians who fell at Marathon in 490 BC. It stands in a park on the plain, about 27 km northeast of Athens, near a replica of the victory column.

Nearest town
Marathon, Greece
Category
History & culture
GPS
38.1179, 23.9783

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

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The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June and September. Hot in June–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Greece: Motorway tolls. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.

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FAQs

Where is Marathon Battlefield and Tomb?

Marathon Battlefield and Tomb is in Marathon, Greece, at GPS 38.1179, 23.9783. It is about 27 km from Athens.

Can you camp near Marathon Battlefield and Tomb?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Camping Nea Makri, about 3 km away; within 25 km there are 9 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Marathon Battlefield and Tomb?

Marathon Battlefield and Tomb is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Attica’s coast: Lake Vouliagmeni, Sounion, Brauron and Marathon.

What is there to see near Marathon Battlefield and Tomb?

Places worth a stop nearby: Brauron (Vravrona) Sanctuary of Artemis (21 km), National Archaeological Museum (26 km), Lycabettus Hill (26 km) and Panathenaic Stadium (27 km).

When is the best time to visit Marathon Battlefield and Tomb?

The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June and September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)