55th International Wolfgangsee Run

The Wolfgangsee Run on October 17, 2027—Austria’s largest scenic and adventure run, with more than 4,000 participants—promises plenty of running fun.

On October 17, 2027 , the four main races will offer the perfect distance for everyone (5.2 / 10 / 27 / 42.195 km). The nature trail, which runs largely along the lake, offers everything that adventure runners, recreational runners, and competitive runners appreciate.

55th International Wolfgangsee Run “Around Lake Wolfgang”

The 5.2-km Panorama Run (starting in Strobl) is the perfect entry-level race.

The flat 10-km lakeside run between Gschwendt and St. Wolfgang is also on the program.
Transportation to both races is by boat (included in the entry fee).

The classic race at Lake Wolfgang is and remains the 27-km lake loop —now in its 53rd edition. With the passage over the Falkenstein (220 meters of elevation gain) and countless scenic stretches—such as those in Fürberg and Abersee—what began as an insider’s tip has grown into the legendary Wolfgangsee Run.

Since 2011, the running lineup has been rounded out by the Salzkammergut Marathon over the classic 42.195-km distance. After the start in the imperial town of Bad Ischl and a “warm-up” stretch of about 15 km, the course follows the original route of the 27-km classic around Lake Wolfgang. Participants were unanimous after the first two editions (both held on beautifully sunny autumn days): “42.195 challenging kilometers—a scenic and enjoyable marathon in a class of its own with enormous potential.”

Overture to the Power of 3 on Saturday

• The sporting “overture” kicks off as early as Saturday, October 16, 2026, with two events. The “5th Walk the Lake,” a truly inclusive event for all, will take place at 9:00 a.m., starting and finishing at the “Brunnwind” restaurant in St. Gilgen, and walkers and Nordic walkers alike are invited to participate. Due to the very positive response last year, there are four distances to choose from this year: 8.5 km (St. Gilgen – St. Wolfgang Town Hall); 14 km (St. Gilgen – Strobl Tourist Office); 18.5 km (St. Gilgen – Gschwendt Boat Station); 27 km (St. Gilgen – St. Gilgen).
• In the afternoon, young runners born in 2011 and later (200–1,200 m, depending on age group) will compete in the 16th Junior Marathon along the picturesque lakeside promenade in Strobl.
• Last but not least, the “Griaß Eich” event will take place in the evening from 6:00–8:30 p.m. at the Pacher-Haus in St. Wolfgang, featuring live music, awards ceremonies, information, and a large photo show, including a pasta party.

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