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Graz Marathon

The city you want to run becomes your next trip.

ATOct 10, 202742.195km · 21.1km · 10.5km +1 more events
Race date in 328 days
Oct 10, 2027 Sun
City · Distance
Graz · 42.195km · 21.1km · 10.5km +1 more events
Entry fee
€65Varies by event and entry period
Status
OpenSee how to enter ↗
2027Date Oct 10, 2027 · Entry ~ Oct 9, 2027
2026
2026Date Oct 11, 2026 · Entry Nov 26, 2025 ~ Oct 8, 2026 · Entry fee €45 · Start 10:00
Why you dream of this race

THE DREAM

About Graz Marathon — what makes it special

ABOUT THE RACE

A day you'll remember,
long past the finish line.

The Graz Marathon is a city marathon held every October in Graz, the capital of Austria’s Styria region.

First held in 1993, it has continued every autumn and has also been designated the Austrian Marathon Championships several times.

Alongside the full marathon, the half marathon, quarter marathon and Relay are held,

while the day before features supporting events such as the City Run and children’s and family runs.

The course follows two laps along the Mur past Graz’s university quarter and Old Town,

taking in landmarks including Murinsel, Kunsthaus, Schlossberg and the central square (Hauptplatz).

The road to your own record

Picture the course in advance
and find the pace that fits you.

When the city cheers

Streets lined with cheers, runners all around.
You'll be part of that scene.

The trip that follows the run

Take it slow with the finish still in you,
and meet the city all over again.

Graz Marathon runner reviews and race reports

Stories from runners who've been there.

From the joy of finishing to the tough moments — read what runners wrote themselves.

Race reports: 3
Life Records in Graz, AustriaRan in 2025
“Hello! This time, I ran in the Graz Marathon in Austria, and I’d like to share a report of the experience.”

The writer took part in the 2025 Graz Marathon and recapped the experience, from bib pickup to running around the city course.

Joachim StraußRan in 2024
“The 31st Graz Marathon was held on 12 and 13 October 2024 as a highlight of the autumn running calendar.”

The 2024 team report states that 25 athletes took part in several events, including the marathon, half marathon, and 10.5 km. It also presents the marathon winning time of 2 hours 53 minutes 27 seconds, the team members' finish times, and the family and team event results.

Quoted from the original · translated

Original quote

Am 12. und 13. Oktober 2024 fand mit dem 31. Graz Marathon der Herbstklassiker im Laufkalender statt.

Read the original on Running Team Lannach
Nole#01Ran in 2013 · Finish time 3:26:05
“In the end, my official time was 3 hours 26 minutes 05 seconds.”

Nole#01 ran their first marathon at the 2013 Graz Marathon. They struggled badly after 37 km, but managed pace and held on to finish, clocking an official time of 3:26:05.

Quoted from the original · translated

Original quote

Schlussendlich war meine offizielle Zeit bei 3:26:05.

Read the original on RUNNER'S WORLD Forum

We translated a short line from each public race report and summarized the experience. Finish times are as stated by the author, and past editions may differ from this year's weather and operations.

See it on video,
feel it through their stories.

Preview the course and read what runners who went before you wrote.

Highlights

MJK Sportmarketing · Highlights

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This may be from a past edition. Check the organizer for this year's course and operations.

The way in that fits you

YOUR ENTRY

How to enter Graz Marathon — registration routes

How to reach the start line —
start with what fits you.

Here are the ways to enter and what each requires.
Check the organizer's page for whether entries are open.

Official race websiteEntry options
From the start line to the finish

RACE WEEK

Graz Marathon course map and elevation

Your 42.195km

Know the course and time limit, and race day comes into focus.

Runners start · local timeFrom 10:00
EventStartTime limit
Marathon42.195km10:006h
Half21.0975km10:05—
10K10.5km09:30—
START

Kaiser-Josef-Platz

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The race starts in front of the Graz Opera House and returns to the same location.

The marathon starts at 10:00 AM on Sunday, heading north along the Mur via Theodor-Körner-Straße,

Grabenstraße and Weinzöttlstraße before turning at the northern turnaround point near Weinzöttl Bridge.

It then follows the river via Schönaugürtel and Conrad-von-Hötzendorf-Straße to the southern turnaround point near Graz Ostbahnhof (East Station),

before passing Hauptplatz and Herrengasse and returning to the Opera House, making a two-lap course.

The route is generally flat, with continuous urban sections, and aid stations are positioned throughout the course.

The time limit has a six-hour time limit, and passage through the finish closes at 4:00 PM.

Typical race-season temperature: around 10°C (50°F)
Short sleeves or light long sleeves + arm warmers

Participant benefits

Not yet confirmed in the official race guide

From the most recent edition

Medical support 2026

Finisher medal 2026

Finisher certificate 2026

Timing chip 2026

Bag drop 2026

Pacers 2026

This may change for the next edition.

Hotels1.1km from the start · ★9.7

Where and when to collect your Graz Marathon race bib

To the start line,
step by step.

Pick up your bib, check your wave.
So on race morning, you can just run.

From the 2026 edition

Bib pickup

Bring your registration confirmation to receive bib and the starter package.
For the children's events, packages are handed out at Citypark on Saturday (09:30~12:00), and after 13:00 at the info tents at the start and finish.

Panoramaplatz, CITYPARK, Lazarettgürtel 55, Graz

Oct 9 (Fri)
10:00~19:00
Oct 10 (Sat)
09:30~18:00 — No Sunday pickup

Stations & transport near the venue

Source · checked Aug 22, 2026

More details

Getting to the start

Graz Hauptbahnhof, then tram Line 1 to Kaiser-Josef-Platz/Oper, near the start

Start/finish near the Graz Opera in the city center; two-loop course through the University quarter, Schlossberg, Murinsel, Kunsthaus, Altstadt. Race date Oct 11, 2026 confirmed (event runs Oct 9-11), Marathon starts 10:00 AM.

Organizer discourages driving into the center; recommends Park & Ride or the GrazMobil app.

Getting to the finish

Same area, near Oper Graz — accessible via tram Line 1 from Hauptbahnhof

On race Sunday, tram lines 1, 5, 7, 13, 20, 26 are replaced by buses along the Herrengasse course section due to closures. Bib doubles as free public transit ticket race day.

Start shuttle

No dedicated runner shuttle; public transit (with rail-replacement buses) plus recommended Park & Ride (8 locations around Graz, ~€12.50 for 24h parking+transit).

READY TO RUN

From race morning to after the finish.

Your start time, fuel and bag drop.
Know them ahead and the run feels easier.

In mid-October, daytime temperatures in Graz are generally 12–16°C, falling to around 3–7°C in the morning and evening.

The city has an oceanic climate, with warm summers and cold winters, but the race season can bring a wide daily temperature range, so a light layer is useful.

The course is a two-lap course along the Mur River and through the Old Town.

It is largely flat, with no major hills.

The Opera House, used for the start and finish, is in the city centre and within walking distance of Graz Central Station.

The bib must be collected before the race on Friday or Saturday at the large Hervis Citypark sports shop.

Times are local to Graz. Check the latest official information before the race.

A trip built around the race

STAY A LITTLE

MAKE IT A RUNTRIP

The race is one day,
the trip can be longer.

From a hotel that makes race morning easy,
to the meals and views you'll enjoy with the medal on.

Parkhotel Graz - Traditional Luxury

Hotel · 441m · 7-minute walk

8.9/10(1358)
View on Booking.com

Graz Car Rental (EconomyBookings)

Compare rates from various rental car companies, self-drive (check the price when booking) · Check price and book

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Boutique Hotel Dom - Rooms & Suites

Hotel · 412m · 6-minute walk

8.7/10(1734)
View on Booking.com

Graz Airport–City Private Taxi

Fixed-rate advance booking, door-to-door pickup · Check price and book

View on Kiwitaxi

Hotels near the Graz Marathon start line in Graz

Hotels that make race morning easy

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Distances are straight-line from the start.
Check real travel times and booking terms with each hotel.

Parkhotel Graz - Traditional Luxury

Hotel · 441m · 7-minute walk

8.9/10(1358)
View on Booking.com

Boutique Hotel Dom - Rooms & Suites

Hotel · 412m · 6-minute walk

8.7/10(1734)
View on Booking.com

Altstadt-Idylle mit Balkon und Parkplatz

Accommodation · 204m · 3-minute walk

9.5/10(37)
View on Booking.com

Großes Urbanes Design-Apartment mit 2 Balkonen

Accommodation · 435m · 7-minute walk

9.3/10(79)
View on Booking.com

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Trip.comClosest to the start lineView on Trip.com

Tours and activities around the Graz Marathon in Graz

Time for you, before and after the finish

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Rest a little, wander a little.
Pick what suits you and whoever you're with.

Graz Car Rental (EconomyBookings)

Compare rates from various rental car companies, self-drive (check the price when booking) · Check price and book

View on EconomyBookings

Graz Airport–City Private Taxi

Fixed-rate advance booking, door-to-door pickup · Check price and book

View on Kiwitaxi

Graz Car Rental (Qeeq)

Compare budget-friendly rental cars with a free-cancellation option (check the price when booking) · Check price and book

View on Qeeq

Where runners eat in Graz

Eating well is part of the trip

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A meal before the race, a dinner to celebrate the finish.

What to see in Graz after the race

Seeing Graz with the medal on

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The city you ran — this time, a little slower.

Flights, hotels, airport transfers and budget for Graz Marathon

TRAVEL ESSENTIALS

Trip prep too,
light and in one place.

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Runner stories and questions about Graz Marathon

RUN TOGETHER

With runners who dream of
the same start line.

Be the first runner
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Frequently asked questions about Graz Marathon

FAQ
When was Graz Marathon 2026 held?

It was held on Sun, October 11, 2026. The next race is Sun, October 10, 2027.

When does Graz Marathon 2027 take place?

It takes place on Sun, October 10, 2027 in Graz, Austria.

How much is the Graz Marathon 2027 entry fee?

The main event costs €65.

What distances does Graz Marathon 2027 offer?

Marathon · Half.

What time does Graz Marathon 2027 start?

The race starts at 10:00.

What is the Graz Marathon 2027 course like?

The race starts in front of the Graz Opera House and returns to the same location.

The marathon starts at 10:00 AM on Sunday, heading north along the Mur via Theodor-Körner-Straße,

Grabenstraße and Weinzöttlstraße before turning at the northern turnaround point near Weinzöttl Bridge.

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