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Running events in Austria

Overview

In late 2026, Austria is hosting several major long-distance running events. The 26th Wachau-Marathon is scheduled for September 13, with approximately 8,000 participants expected to compete in full, half, and quarter-marathon distances through the Wachau UNESCO World Heritage region. The event will feature live coverage by the Austrian broadcaster ORF and a modified course in the Krems area due to the closure of the Mauterner Bridge.

Following this, the inaugural Wörthersee Marathon is set for September 27, expecting around 8,500 runners on a route between Klagenfurt and Velden. This event includes phased road closures and integrated regional train access for participants. Additionally, the Salzburg Trailrunning Festival is scheduled for October 23–25, offering various distances including a three-day Trailmarathon.

Entities

Mkulia Kipkandie · Velden · Cynthia Chepkwony · Wörthersee Marathon · Salzburg

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Running festivals scheduled for Salzburg and Wörthersee

    Major running events are scheduled in Austria, including the Salzburg Trailrunning Festival in October 2026 and the inaugural Wörthersee Marathon in September 2026.

  2. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Wachau-Marathon 2026 to feature live broadcast and record contenders

    The 26th Wachau-Marathon will take place on September 13, 2026, in Austria, featuring 8,000 runners and live ORF coverage. Record-holder Mkulia Kipkandie is expected to compete.

Sources

5min.at · austrotv.com · bezirksjournal.at · klc.at · oesterreich.orf.at · xc-run.de