Wachau Marathon
Race Day Weather
Comfortable temps, warming through the race, moderate wind, rain likely
Starting at 61°F, heat will be a factor from the gun — go out conservative and stay on top of hydration. Temperatures rising to 73°F through the course will gradually increase perceived effort in the second half. Moderate winds around 17mph may affect pacing on open sections of the course. Rain is likely — waterproof your phone and bib, and consider a disposable poncho for the corral. Moderate humidity at 70% is worth noting for effort level, especially in later miles.
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Race Info
The Wachau Marathon runs along the Danube River through Austria's Wachau valley, a UNESCO World Heritage wine-growing region. The course starts in Emmersdorf and finishes in Krems an der Donau, following the river downstream on a flat, fast, World Athletics-certified route. The race also includes a half marathon starting in Spitz an der Donau and an 11 km quarter marathon starting in Achleiten, both finishing alongside the full marathon in Krems. First held in 1998, the 2026 edition is organized by WACHAUmarathon GmbH under lead sponsor Brooks.
