Quartermarathon + Team event
September 13th 2026 / Start 09:30 am
We look forward to welcoming you again to the 26th WACHAUmarathon this year. Here you will find all the important information about the run and route of the quartermarathon. You also have the option of downloading the guide for the route as well as loading the entire route into your running watch – in short, the perfect preparation.
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FACTS
| date | September 13th 2026 |
|---|---|
| Start time | 09:30 am |
| Start | Achleiten |
| Finish | Krems |
| Distance | 11,0 km |
| Age group | M-U20; M-30; M-40; M-50; M-55; M-60; M-65; M-70 W-U20; W-30; W-40; W-50; W-55; W-60; W-65; W-70 |
| Entry fee | single late entry (from September 1st): € 75,- team late entry (from September 1st): € 210,- |
| Registration | possible until August 31st |
| Late entry | possible on Sept. 9th (in Vienna) & Sept. 12th (in Krems) |
Start
The race officially begins on Sunday at 09:30 am in Achleiten.
From Achleiten to Krems
The WACHAU running route is enjoyed and appreciated by thousands of hobby runners due to its flat topography.
There is hardly an easier and faster stretch than the one between Achleiten and Krems.
Beginners especially appreciate when there is a running event with no hill or mountain.
These ideal topographical conditions enable them to more easily achieve their own personal running goals.
On the other hand the WACHAUmarathon can offer performance-oriented runners the perfect conditions for a fast race.
In this way the Wachau “track” especially promotes personal best performances.
To ensure an even faster and more beautiful route, we changed the starting-point to Achleiten, the heart of the Wachau!
You will start right in the middle of wineyards and pass the most beautiful part of the Wachau.
In addition to the rapid route, the unique scenery of the Wachau is the “star” of the WACHAUmarathon! You will pass numerous attractions on the way to Krems.
Transponder timing
All runners need a time measurement chip, which you will receive together wit your race number bip.
Transportation and Baggage
There are two possible ways (bus will be announced soon) to get from Krems to the start of the Quartermarathon in Achleiten.
The bus is included in the entry fee.
You must choose your travel option at the registration. On your bib number you will find your choice and the time.
Please note that the road through the Wachau is closed from 8:00 a.m. on the day of the event and can no longer be used.
Getting to the Quarter Marathon Start in Achleiten
You have the option of travelling by bus from Krems to the Quarter Marathon start in Achleiten.
This transport option must be booked when registering and will be indicated on your race number together with the departure time.
Please note that the road through the Wachau will be closed from 08:00 on the day of the event and cannot be used after that time.
Bus
Departure – 08:00 from Krems Train Station
Departure – 08:20 from Krems Train Station
Departure – 08:40 from Krems Train Station
or
Special Train No. 1 from Vienna
Departure – 05:41 from Vienna Meidling
Change at Krems Train Station to shuttle buses.
Use of this transport service is strictly limited to runners who booked it during registration.
Special Train for Marathon and Quarter Marathon
| Station | Time |
|---|---|
| Train number | REX 16109 |
| Capacity | 540 seats |
| Vienna Meidling (U6) | 05:41 |
| Vienna Central Station | 05:50 |
| Vienna Simmering | 05:57 |
| Vienna Stadlau | 06:04 |
| Vienna Leopoldau | 06:13 |
| Korneuburg | 06:24 |
| Stockerau | 06:31 |
| Krems an der Donau | Arrival 07:17 |
From Krems an der Donau, shuttle buses will take runners to the start.
Baggage Transport
Baggage transport will be carried out by busses located near the starting area and marked with your event and bib number.
Please have your bib number at hand when dropping off and picking up baggage.
Baggage may be deposited beginning an hour before the event until at the latest 10 minutes before the start.
At the finish line the busses will be located near the conference halls – please follow the signs.
We inform you that only clothing bags distributed by the organizer and marked with name and number will be transported.
We take no responsibility for lost articles, most especially including clothing sacks and the valuables deposited in them.
Energy stations along the route
Catering during the run is an important element in any runner’s success. For this reason the WACHAUmarathon team works hard every year to provide the ideal availability of liquids and food along the route.
Working with our partners we are able to set up 3 Hydration/Energy Stations along the entire marathon route.
During the quartermarathon you can refill your energy reverses at:
| kilometer | ||
| 2,5 | 7 | 9,5 |
Running in a team of 4
The 11k quarter marathon starting in Achleiten can be completed as an individual runner or as a team.
A team consists of 4 people, who will be rated together.
Each member of the team has to run the distance of 11 km.
