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<\/span> Last updated on November 19th, 2023 at 07:07 am <\/p>

Update October 20th, 2019<\/strong>: In recent years Achilles’ race is no longer happening, this article has only historic value!<\/p>\n

\"Achilleian<\/a>
Achilleian race event in Benitses<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The union of the Ionian Islands with Greece is officially celebrated here on May 21st when schools, armed forces, fire department, and other organizations parade in Corfu Town, accompanied by the bands of the City, and in the presence of local dignitaries.<\/p>\n

About ten days later, usually on the first Sunday of June, the annual Achillian race takes place, taking its name from the former municipality of Achillion.
\nA semi-marathon in which anyone can participate regardless of sex or age.
\nThe route passes through the villages of the municipality and after about 21 km the athletes finish in Benitses, where the awards and medals are presented.
\nEach year the race is upgraded, and last year athletes from all over Greece took part, and also many from Italy.
\nFollowing the event, there are performances by local dancers, singers, and musicians.<\/p>\n

The Achilleian race is organized every year to develop sports incentives on the island of Corfu, where very few sporting events with an international character are taking place, but also to promote the diptych “SPORTS & FITNESS”.
\nParticipants can include athletes from the Athletics Federation, sports clubs, Health Club Runners, veteran athletes, students and fans of both sexes.<\/p>\n

Great success had this year the Achilleian or Achillion race in Corfu<\/h2>\n