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Internationaler WACHAUmarathon

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Internationaler WACHAUmarathon race photo
Internationaler WACHAUmarathon race photo
Internationaler WACHAUmarathon race photo
Internationaler WACHAUmarathon race photo
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Race date in 353 days
Sep 26, 2027 Sun
City · Distance
Krems · 42.195km · 21.1km
Entry fee
€65From the 2026 edition
2027Date Sep 26, 2027 · Soon
2026
2026Date Sep 13, 2026 · Entry fee €65 · Start 10:00
Official website ↗D-day as of Oct 8, 2026
Internationaler WACHAUmarathon race photo
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Internationaler WACHAUmarathon race photo
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Internationaler WACHAUmarathon race photo
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Internationaler WACHAUmarathon race photo
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Why you dream of this race

THE DREAM

About Internationaler WACHAUmarathon — what makes it special

ABOUT THE RACE

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

This international marathon follows the Danube through Austria’s Wachau Valley.

Starting in Emmersdorf and passing the vineyard villages of Spitz and Dürnstein before finishing in Krems, it is a course through a World Heritage valley.

With full, half marathon, quarter, relay, and Nordic walking events, it is an autumn festival-style race attracting more than 7,000 participants.

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.

Internationaler WACHAUmarathon runner reviews and race reports

Stories from those who ran it first.

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

No runner reports yet. We'll add them here as they come in.

See it on video,
feel it through their stories.

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

Full recap

hosl's blog · Full recap

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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 Internationaler WACHAUmarathon — 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.

From the 2026 edition

We'll fill this in once the official entry rules are out.

Official race websiteEntry options
From the start line to the finish

RACE WEEK

Internationaler WACHAUmarathon course map and elevation

The 42.195km I'll run

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

From the 2026 edition
Runners start · local timeFrom 10:00
START

Emmersdorf

B3, Leisure Center

Start · Google Maps
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Marathon course starts at 10 a.m. from the leisure center in Emmersdorf,

goes downstream to Weitenegg on the Danube River, makes a loop, and continues upstream to Krems.

Spitz an der Donau, near the halfway point, is also the starting point for half marathon, and departs right next to the dock facing the Danube River.

Afterwards, it passes through Achleiten and Dürnstein and passes finish at Krems.

Because the entire section is flat,

the Emmersdorf-Krems section is introduced by the competition as ‘one of the easiest and fastest sections.’ From Emmersdorf, the starting point,

you can see Melk Abbey, and the Wachau Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site,

continues with terraced vineyards, medieval villages, wine taverns, monasteries, and castle ruins.

Field size
More than 7,500 participants as of 2025
Typical race-season temperature: around 14°C (57°F)
Short sleeves or light long sleeves + arm warmers

Participant benefits

Not yet confirmed in the official race guide

Where and when to collect your Internationaler WACHAUmarathon 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

Pick up your bib at the expo

You must bring your Time2win registration confirmation.
🔴 Start documents cannot be mailed, so they must be collected in person.
9/12 (Sat) 11:00–18:00 · 9/13 (Sun) 06:30–08:00 (emergency cases only; no on-site registration)

WACHAUmarathon Expo, Utzstraße 12, Krems

pre-race pickup also available in Vienna on 9/9

Google Maps

Stations & transport near the venue

  • Getting to the startWachaubahn stations: 'Emmersdorf an der Donau' (marathon), 'Spitz' (half marathon), 'Dürnstein-Loiben'…
  • Getting to the finishKrems an der Donau (Wachaubahn · ÖBB station)
  • IC cardKrems an der Donau in the Wachau valley is served by regional OBB trains and Postbus/VOR-network buses,…

Source · checked Aug 24, 2026

More details

Getting to the start

Wachaubahn stations: 'Emmersdorf an der Donau' (marathon), 'Spitz' (half marathon), 'Dürnstein-Loiben' (quarter marathon)

The full marathon starts in Emmersdorf, the half marathon in Spitz, and the quarter marathon in Dürnstein — all three are stops on the seasonal Wachaubahn heritage railway (NÖVOG), which runs along the Danube directly beside the race route.

Map

Getting to the finish

Krems an der Donau (Wachaubahn / ÖBB station)

All distances finish in Krems an der Donau, which also has a regular ÖBB rail connection to Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof (about 1 hour, no transfer needed).

Map

Start shuttle

The Wachaubahn seasonal tourist train itself effectively functions as the shuttle, connecting all three start towns to the Krems finish along the race corridor.

IC card

Krems an der Donau in the Wachau valley is served by regional OBB trains and Postbus/VOR-network buses, with tickets bought via the OBB Scotty app, station vending machines, or on board. There is no dedicated foreign-visitor transit card here; the OBB app is the most convenient option, and many spectators drive or take the Wachau riverboat along the Danube.

Source · checked Aug 24, 2026
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.

Applications are made on the Time2win.at platform, and Entry fee will increase from July 1, so it is advantageous to register before then.

The 2025 competition will be so large that more than 7,500 people will participate.

In addition to full marathon and half marathon, there are various categories including quarter marathon and team race, relay marathon,

and Nordic walking half marathon,

and the WachauJUNIOR Marathon for children and teenagers will be held separately on September 12, the day before the main event.

Times are local to Krems. 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.

"Enjoyment with history – through the wine-growing estates of Krems & Stein an der Donau"

₩123,053

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Hotels near the Internationaler WACHAUmarathon start line in Krems

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.

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Trip.comClosest to the start lineView on Trip.com

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.

Bratislava/Slovakia: Trencin Castle, Piestany Spa, Monastery

Trencin Castle·Piestyany Spa·Monastery Full-Day Tour · ₩277,276

View on GetYourGuide

McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Parndorf Shuttle Bus & Wine Tasting

₩76,838

View on Klook

Bratislava & Budapest Cultural Day Tour from Vienna (Including Transportation)

₩305,626

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Bratislava｜Private Airport Pickup/Drop-off Service at M. R. Štefánik Airport

₩179,626

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Schönbrunn Palace Concert, Dinner and Evening Visit

₩226,198

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Vienna Schönbrunn Palace Imperial Carriage Museum Admission Ticket

₩18,476

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Vienna Schönbrunn Palace Guided Tour (Free eSIM Included)

₩506,614

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Vienna Spanish Riding School Lipizzaner Performance Ticket

₩63,370

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Vienna Burlesque at the Ohlala Dinner Show

₩152,295

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Vienna Designer Outlet Parndorf Half-Day Shopping Tour

₩40,059

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McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Parndorf Shuttle Bus (Includes Sacher Cake Set)

₩65,787

View on Klook

Vienna Jewish Heritage Old Town Walking Tour (2.5 Hours)

₩41,613

View on Klook

Bratislava Old Town and Castle Walking Tour

Old Town/Castle Walking Tour · ₩4,877

View on GetYourGuide

Bratislava Old Town 2-Hour Small-Group Walking Tour

₩77,874

View on Klook

Where runners eat in Krems

Eating well is part of the trip

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

"Enjoyment with history – through the wine-growing estates of Krems & Stein an der Donau"

₩123,053

View on GetYourGuide

Vienna Half-Day Food Experience (Including a Secret Menu)

₩166,109

View on Klook

What to see in Krems after the race

Seeing Krems with the medal on

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

Krems an der Donau: Wachau Porcelain Carriage A sparkling carriage ride through the vineyards

₩519,031

View on GetYourGuide

Vienna Salzburg Melk Abbey Full-Day Small-Group Tour

₩203,060

View on Klook

Wachau Valley, Danube River & Melk Abbey Guided Tour

₩183,376

View on Klook

Hallstatt & Melk Abbey Day Tour from Vienna (Audio Guide Included)

₩136,927

View on Klook

Hotel distances are straight-line from the start. Experiences, food and sights are travel products in Krems.

Total cost and budget for Internationaler WACHAUmarathon

TRAVEL ESSENTIALS

Trip prep too,
light and in one place.

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Runner stories and questions about Internationaler WACHAUmarathon

RUN TOGETHER

With runners who dream of
the same start line.

Be the first runner
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Krems runners' room

Frequently asked questions about Internationaler WACHAUmarathon

FAQ
How much is the Internationaler WACHAUmarathon 2027 entry fee?

Not announced yet. The 2026 race entry fee was about €65.

When does Internationaler WACHAUmarathon 2027 take place?

It takes place on Sun, September 26, 2027 in Krems, Austria.

What distances does Internationaler WACHAUmarathon 2027 offer?

Marathon · Half. (From the 2026 edition)

What time does Internationaler WACHAUmarathon 2027 start?

The race starts at 10:00. (From the 2026 edition)

Where does Internationaler WACHAUmarathon 2027 start?

Emmersdorf. (From the 2026 edition)

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