The Ohrid Swimming Marathon is an international open water swimming competition.
The Ohrid Swimming Marathon, founded in 1962, has a rich history that reflects the passion and dedication to this sport. The marathon is part of the FINA marathon series of 10, 15 and 25 km and is known for its unique atmosphere, excellent organization and the challenge it offers to participants.
Swimming marathon distances strengthens overall fitness. It is a challenge that improves cardiovascular capacity, strengthens muscles, and increases energy to handle long-term physical exertion.
Participating in and completing a swimming marathon brings a huge sense of pride and confidence. Swimmers prove that they can overcome their physical and mental limits.
BENEFITS OF SWIMMING
Long-duration swimming reduces stress and anxiety, while the rhythmic movements in the water create a meditative experience. Swimming marathons help build discipline and mental stamina.
Swimming marathons create a sense of community. Meeting other swimmers, sharing experiences, and being inspired by their stories makes each participant part of something bigger.
MAYOR OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF OHRID
This important sporting event is a source of pride for the local community, as it presents Ohrid as an excellent location for sporting events and attracts swimmers from all over the world. The marathon race in the lake, on the one hand, draws attention to sports and physical activity, and on the other hand, it supports tourism and awareness of the natural wealth and invaluable cultural heritage.
The participants of the marathon are a true inspiration and a symbol of discipline and determination. Swimming in the crystal clear waters of Lake Ohrid is a unique experience, and every kilometer swum is an opportunity to feel the richness of our nature and ancient roots. Swimming here is not only physical pleasure, but also spiritual fulfillment, which captures the uniqueness of this magical place.
To our great joy, since last year, the swimming marathon has been a central event within the new sports and entertainment event Ohrid Water Festival, which enables the joint promotion of water sports on Lake Ohrid. Through a careful combination of sports and social activities, with the first edition of the event we showed that Ohrid is ready for the big stage and that it has the capacity to organize large and successful events.
As good and hospitable hosts, we extend an invitation to all lovers of sports, nature and good fun to come to Ohrid this August, to follow the Ohrid Swimming Marathon and to enjoy the new edition and the rich contents of the Ohrid Water Festival.
We are expecting you!
