Schinias-Marathon
Greece, Attica
Schinias-Marathon
LocationGreece, Attica
RegionAttica
TypeNational Park
Coordinates38.1470°, 24.0290°
Established2000
Area13.84
Nearest CityMarathon (2 mi)
Major CityAthens (26 mi)
0About Schinias-Marathon
Schinias-Marathon National Park is a coastal wetland ecosystem featuring a rare pine forest and diverse bird habitat. The park includes the historic Marathon Beach and ancient rowing venue from the 2004 Olympics. The area is significant for both its ecological value and historical importance as the site of the Battle of Marathon in 490 BC.