Marathon Country Tennis Club
Entry & Draw Situation
Current entries and draw size (2026).
Will You Get In?
See the most realistic route: Main Draw, Qualifying or Alternate.
Before You Book
Everything you need to know to plan your trip.
Primary airport
Athens International Airport (ATH) –
approximately 35–45 minutes by car.
Main international gateway to Greece.
Secondary airports within practical range
Athens (ATH) is the only practical international airport option
for this event.
Taxis and ride-hailing services
Airport transfer Athens–Marathonas typically ranges between
€45–70 depending on traffic.
Licensed Greek taxis operate reliably.
Uber operates via licensed taxis in Athens.
Short local rides usually cost €8–18.
Is it necessary to rent a car?
Recommended.
Marathonas is outside central Athens and a rental car
significantly improves accommodation and daily logistics flexibility.
Public transport options
Bus connections exist between Athens and Marathonas,
but frequency may be limited.
Rental car or taxi is generally more practical during tournament week.
Court surface and playing conditions
Matches are played outdoors on clay courts.
Surface typically produces a medium-to-slow pace,
high bounce and physically demanding rallies.
Dry Mediterranean air may slightly increase ball speed.
Altitude
Approximately 0–50 meters above sea level.
No altitude-related impact on ball behaviour.
Seasonal considerations (Late April / Early May)
Temperatures typically range between
18–27°C.
Stable Mediterranean conditions with low rain probability.
Heat and sun exposure become relevant performance factors.
Food and daily expenses
Restaurant main courses generally range between
€12–25.
Daily costs are moderate for a Southern European destination.
Accommodation guidance
Hotels and apartments in the Marathon/Athens coastal area
typically range from €80–160 per night,
depending on category and sea proximity.
Estimated weekly player budget
A realistic weekly budget (1 player + 1 parent)
ranges between €1,000–1,900,
depending mainly on flights and accommodation level.
Cost profile compared with other Mediterranean clay events
Considered a mid-range Mediterranean clay event,
with moderate accommodation costs and strong climate reliability.
Overall suitability for competition
Warm coastal clay environment.
Suitable for players building endurance,
heat tolerance and structured clay-court discipline
in stable outdoor conditions.