Wörthersee Marathon
About This Race
Inaugural marathon around the scenic Wörthersee lake in Carinthia. Run the Lake — a unique one-loop course around Austria's warmest swimming lake. Starting and finishing at Strandbad Klagenfurt, the marathon takes runners along the hilly south shore via Velden before returning on the flat north shore. Part of the World Athletics Global Calendar and organized by the Vienna City Marathon family.
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Race Details
Terrain
Road
Elevation
Rolling
Participants
5,000 participants
Distances
Marathon, Half Marathon, Team Marathon
What to Expect
A stunning inaugural marathon around Wörthersee, Austria's warmest lake. The hilly south shore offers challenging climbs through Velden, while the flat north shore rewards with fast running. Expect thousands of runners and an electric atmosphere for this lakeside premiere.
Highlights
Race Information
Start Time
09:00
Typical Weather
Late September in Klagenfurt brings pleasant autumn conditions with temperatures around 12-18°C. Generally dry with occasional rain possible. The lakeside location moderates temperatures.
Established
2026
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Quick Info
- September 27, 2026
- Klagenfurt · Austria
- Road course
- Rolling elevation
- 5,000 participants
Verified event information
- Last verified 28 days ago
- Data sourced from official website