The European Athletics Championships is an event organized by the European Athletic Association. It traditionally occurred every four years but since 2010 has been organised every two years. When the games are held in the same year as Summer Olympics, no marathon and racewalking events are contested.
Read more about European Athletics Championships: Summary of Championships, All-time Medal Table 1934–2012
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