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Emergency & Medical Support
Welcome to the running festival in the city of Mozart!
Event overview
BIB start number collection
You will receive your start number at the SportMall the two-day sports and activity fair for the running festival in the city of Mozart. The SportMall takes place in the Volksgarten ice arena, Hermann-Bahn-Promedade 2, 5020 Salzburg.
Opening hours:
- Friday, 16 May 2025: 13:00 - 19:00
- Saturday, 17 May 2025: 10:00 - 18:00
You will receive your starting number at the SportMall, the two-day sports and activity fair at the running festival in the city of Mozart. The SportMall takes place in the Volksgarten ice arena, Hermann-Bahn-Promenade 2, 5020 Salzburg.
Opening hours:
- Friday, 16 May 2025: 13:00 - 19:00
- Saturday, 17 May 2025: 10:00 - 18:00
The start number distribution is organised by competition. You can pick up your race number up to one hour before the start of the race. For the Cup&Cino breakfast run you will receive your starting documents on Friday.
Special case summit meeting: The start number collection for the summit meeting on Sunday, 11 May will take place directly before the start in the Volksgarten (8:00 - 8:45 am near the kiosk).
Our tip: Come early and discover the offers and trends of our exhibitors at the SportMall!
The correct attachment of your race number is crucial for accurate timekeeping:
- Fill in the back first
- Attach the race number to the outer layer of clothing on your upper body (front)
- The start number must not be bent or twisted
- The number must be clearly visible during the entire run
Important note: The timing chip is integrated in the start number for all races except the Summit Meeting and the Cup&Cino Breakfast Run.
Mounting options:
- You will receive four safety pins when you collect your race number
- Alternatively, we recommend the Salzburg Marathon Bib Bits (magnets) for 12 euros, available at the SportMall - reusable for all future runs!
SportMall@Salzburg Marathon
More than just a trade fair - your marathon experience starts here!
The SportMall@Salzburg Marathon is the largest sports and activity fair in Salzburg and therefore an indispensable highlight in the programme of the running festival in the city of Mozart.
The SportMall in the Volksgarten ice arena is not only a meeting point for over 15,000 visitors, but also your perfect start to the marathon weekend. Here you can meet like-minded people, stock up on the latest products and get valuable tips for your run.
Opening hours:
- Friday, 16 May: 13:00 - 19:00
- Saturday, 17 May: 10:00 - 19:00
Discover everything to do with running on 1,800m²:
Schedule & Programme
Route map
| Location | Kilometres | Elite Men | Elite Women | Target time 3:30 h | Target time 4:30 h | Target time 5:30 h |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferd Hanusch Square | Start | 08:30 | 08:30 | 08:30 | 08:30 | 08:30 |
| Petersbrunnstraße | 1 | 08:33 | 08:33 | 08:35 | 08:36 | 08:37 |
| Hellbrunner Straße | 2 | 08:36 | 08:37 | 08:40 | 08:42 | 08:45 |
| Hellbrunner Allee | 3 | 08:39 | 08:41 | 08:45 | 08:49 | 08:53 |
| Hellbrunner Allee | 4 | 08:42 | 08:44 | 08:50 | 08:55 | 09:01 |
| Hellbrunner Allee | 5 | 08:45 | 08:48 | 08:55 | 09:02 | 09:09 |
| Morzgerstr./Keltenallee | 6 | 08:49 | 08:52 | 09:00 | 09:08 | 09:16 |
| Celtic avenue | 7 | 08:52 | 08:55 | 09:05 | 09:14 | 09:24 |
| Berchtesgadner Straße | 8 | 08:55 | 08:59 | 09:10 | 09:21 | 09:32 |
| Berchtesgadner Straße | 9 | 08:58 | 09:03 | 09:15 | 09:27 | 09:40 |
| Berchtesgadner Straße | 10 | 09:01 | 09:06 | 09:20 | 09:34 | 09:48 |
| Leopoldskronstraße | 11 | 09:04 | 09:10 | 09:25 | 09:40 | 09:55 |
| Firmianstrasse | 12 | 09:08 | 09:14 | 09:30 | 09:46 | 10:03 |
| Zwieslweg | 13 | 09:11 | 09:17 | 09:35 | 09:53 | 10:11 |
| Firmianstrasse | 14 | 09:14 | 09:21 | 09:40 | 09:59 | 10:19 |
| Moosstr./Nussdorferstr. | 15 | 09:17 | 09:25 | 09:45 | 10:06 | 10:27 |
| Neutorstrasse | 16 | 09:20 | 09:29 | 09:50 | 10:12 | 10:34 |
| Reichenhallerstrasse | 17 | 09:23 | 09:32 | 09:55 | 10:18 | 10:42 |
| Lindhofstraße | 18 | 09:27 | 09:36 | 10:00 | 10:25 | 10:50 |
| Elisabethkai | 19 | 09:30 | 09:40 | 10:05 | 10:31 | 10:58 |
| Mirabellplatz | 20 | 09:33 | 09:43 | 10:10 | 10:38 | 11:06 |
| University Square | 21,1 | 09:36 | 09:47 | 10:15 | 10:54 | 11:13 |
| Rudolfskai | 22 | 09:39 | 09:51 | 10:20 | 10:50 | 11:21 |
| Akademiestraße | 23 | 09:42 | 09:54 | 10:25 | 10:57 | 11:29 |
| Hellbrunner Allee | 24 | 09:46 | 09:58 | 10:30 | 11:03 | 11:37 |
| Hellbrunner Allee | 25 | 09:49 | 10:02 | 10:35 | 11:10 | 11:45 |
| Hellbrunner Allee | 26 | 09:52 | 10:05 | 10:40 | 11:16 | 11:52 |
| Morzgerstr./Fürstenweg | 27 | 09:55 | 10:09 | 10:45 | 11:22 | 12:00 |
| Celtic avenue | 28 | 09:58 | 10:13 | 10:50 | 11:29 | 12:08 |
| Berchtesgadner Straße | 29 | 10:01 | 10:16 | 10:55 | 11:35 | 12:16 |
| Berchtesgadner Straße | 30 | 10:05 | 10:20 | 11:00 | 11:42 | 12:25 |
| Berchtesgadner Straße | 31 | 10:08 | 10:24 | 11:05 | 11:48 | 12:32 |
| Leopoldskronstraße | 32 | 10:11 | 10:27 | 11:10 | 11:54 | 12:40 |
| Firmianstrasse | 33 | 10:14 | 10:31 | 11:15 | 12:01 | 12:48 |
| Zwieslweg | 34 | 10:17 | 10:35 | 11:20 | 12:07 | 12:56 |
| Firmianstrasse | 35 | 10:20 | 10:38 | 11:25 | 12:14 | 13:04 |
| Moss road | 36 | 10:24 | 10:42 | 11:30 | 12:20 | 13:11 |
| Neutorstr./Kaserngasse | 37 | 10:27 | 10:46 | 11:35 | 12:26 | 13:19 |
| Reichenhallerstrasse | 38 | 10:30 | 10:49 | 11:40 | 12:33 | 13:27 |
| Lindhofstraße | 39 | 10:33 | 10:53 | 11:45 | 12:39 | 13:35 |
| Lehen Bridge | 40 | 10:36 | 10:57 | 11:50 | 12:46 | 13:43 |
| Rainerstrasse | 41 | 10:39 | 11:00 | 11:55 | 12:53 | 13:51 |
| Hofstallgasse | 42,195 | 10:42 | 11:04 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 |
Ongoing sightseeing
The Salzburg Marathon route takes runners directly to the most beautiful places in the city. The following eight world-famous sights make it unique and complete a magnificent running experience at the running festival in the city of Mozart.
Experience Salzburg from a new perspective! The Salzburg Marathon not only offers a sporting challenge, but also a unique cultural journey through the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Hellbrunner Allee
Hellbrunn Palace
Leopoldskron Castle
Mirabell Palace
Hohensalzburg Fortress
Cathedral & Residenzplatz
Mozartplatz
Festival Theatre
Pacemaker
Our pacemakers will help you to achieve your desired time at the Salzburg Marathon and the Sparkasse Half Marathon. Follow their lead - they run at a constant pace over the entire distance.
With our experienced pacemakers, you can concentrate fully on your running experience. They are characterised by eye-catching flags and jerseys and guide you through every phase of the race with precise speed control - from start to finish.
3:45
Christopher Greenaway
ENG
“If you are not smiling, then you are doing it wrong.”
Heart Rate:
45 BPM
Marathons:
125
3:30
Daniel Kirby
AUT
5:15
Florian Rätzer
ENG
"The strenght is to be found in serenity!"
Heart Rate:
55 BPM
Marathons:
15
3:45
Georg Neuhold
AUT
"Because it's fun!"
4:00
Gunter Dieplinger
AUT
"No can do, no can do!"
Heart Rate:
40 BPM
Marathons:
100
4:15
Karl Rötzer
AUT
“We do not recover with time, but in the time we run!”
Heart Rate:
43 BPM
Marathons:
100
3:30
Marco Preller
ENG
"Athletes with a background in regeneration."
Heart Rate:
45 BPM
Marathons:
110
4:15
Martin Zhang
ENG
"Sport connects people!"
Heart Rate:
50 BPM
Marathons:
272
4:30
Petra Niemeyer
ENG
Heart Rate:
55 BPM
Marathons:
128
3:00
Sebastian Apfelbacher
ENG
"Stay patient!"
Heart Rate:
37 BPM
Marathons:
100
5:00
Thomas Roessler
ENG
“Run with lots of fun and a loud ‘zig-zag, hoi-hoi-hoi!’”
Heart Rate:
41 BPM
Marathons:
120
4:45
Tobias Grüner
ENG
Every step counts
Heart Rate:
39 BPM
Marathons:
5
4:00
Toni da Conceicao
ENG
"Free will leads to top performance!"
Heart Rate:
50 BPM
Marathons:
90
3:15
Torsten Freese
ENG
Heart Rate:
37 BPM
4:30
Volker Wittke
ENG
"Never give up!"
Heart Rate:
56 BPM
Marathons:
175
The Sound of Running
14 music spots along the half marathon course of the Salzburg Marathon will take you on a special and varied musical journey. While you runners are given the right rhythm, the spectators are guaranteed the best entertainment.
In Mozart's home town, music is indispensable - even during a marathon! Our ten strategically placed music spots provide the perfect soundtrack to your run and give you an energy boost exactly when you need it most.
Magic Percussion
Klaus Jürgen Spannhof
Tudo Rem
Son Moreno
Customs House Music
Livetunes
Salzburg Rampant Pipe Band
Drums & Friends
Accordion group
Collective dance bar
Ritmo Nuevo
Sorinatu
Dave Schinwald & Nasis Koutifaris
Arrival, parking & traffic
Sustainable to the finish - your journey to the Salzburg Marathon
Think about the environment when you travel to the Running festival of MozartCity. Together we can improve the ecological footprint of the event with targeted measures!
Free public transport to the start
Your race number is your ticket! From 16 to 18 May, your start number or start pass is valid as a free ticket for:
- All public urban transport in the core zone of the city of Salzburg
- The S3 railway line (regional trains only)
- ONLY on the day of your competition, without time restrictions
Marathon train: Together to the start!
Are you from the southern parts of the country? Take the special marathon train that leaves on Sunday morning at 5:54 pm in Schwarzach starts and around 7:14 am the Salzburg Altstadt/Mülln railway station achieved - direct connection, atmospheric and motivating!
For hotel guests
As an overnight guest, you benefit from the Guest Mobility Card, which allows you to use public transport throughout the province of Salzburg free of charge during your stay.
Arrival at the SportMall (16/17 May)
How to get to the ice arena in the Volksgarten:
- By public transportTrolleybus lines 6, 7 and 10 ("Volksgarten" stop) or bus lines to the "Äußerer Stein" stop
- On footOnly 15 minutes from the local railway station "Parsch"
- By carNO parking spaces available in the Volksgarten! We recommend the Barmherzige Brüder car park or the Mönchsberggarage (special rate: €4.40 for 4 hours, €6.60 for 8 hours - get your ticket punched at the information desk).
Arrival at the marathon (18 May)
Private transport is restricted on the day of the marathon in Salzburg. We strongly recommend:
If travelling by car: Park & Ride on the outskirts of the city or Mönchsberg underground car park (special rates as above)
Use of public transport with your race number as a free ticket
traffic information
Salzburg belongs to running enthusiasts on 18 May 2025! Due to the PUMA Salzburg Marathon and other running events, there will be traffic restrictions in the city area. Roads along the marathon route from 8 am to 3 pm and the CityRun route from 8 am to 10.30 am are particularly affected. Cyclists and pedestrians should show consideration during the Women's Run on 16 May. Current route information can be found online - please follow the instructions of the police and marshals.
The running festival in the city of Mozart will bring temporary changes to city transport. Here is an overview for your planning:
Minimal restrictions:
- Sunday, 11 May (summit meeting): No significant restrictions
- Friday, 16 May (Salzburg Women's Run, 19:15-20:15): Short waiting times at the Giselakai and on the banks of the Salzach
- Saturday, 17 May (Junior Marathon, Bunte Sportpalette, Inclusion Run): Hardly any restrictions
Main event day - Sunday, 18 May:
On this day, Salzburg's streets belong to the runners! Please plan accordingly:
- Blue route (marathon, half marathon, relay marathon): 8:00-15:00 closed
- Red route (10K CityRun section): 8:00-10:30 a.m. closed
Important: The routes will be opened in sections as soon as the last participants have passed!
For car drivers:
- Avoid travelling in the city during event times
- Use the designated diversion routes
- Crossing the running course is ONLY permitted under the instruction of the marshals and police
For cyclists and pedestrians:
- Hardly any restrictions, only short waiting times when crossing the running track
- During the Women's Run (16 May) we ask cyclists to show consideration for each other on the cycle paths along the banks of the Salzach
Public transport:
- Special timetable on 18 May
- Special route network map as PDF download
- Detailed information on diversions in the timetable information of the Salzburg Transport Association
Main mapDetailed representation of the city of Salzburg with colour-coded walking routes:
- Blue: Marathon, half marathon and relay marathon (8-15 hrs)
- Red: 10K CityRun additional course (8-10:30 am)
- Green: Women's run course (16 May)
- Orange: Junior Marathon (17 May)
Emergency Contacts & Medical Support
Medical Support - By runners for runners
You're not quite fit, have a slight tweak or a runny nose? Please come to the Salzburg Marathon Medical Service.
With us, you are in the hands of an expert who understands both sides: Prof.-Doz. Dr Dr Mahdi Sareban, MSC is taking over the medical supervision of the Salzburg Marathon 2025. As a passionate runner and renowned sports physician, he combines practical experience with scientific expertise.
Who is behind our Medical Service?
Dr Sareban has been looking after top athletes such as Olympic athlete Peter Herzog for years and knows exactly what a runner's body needs. His dual perspective - as a doctor and an active runner - makes him the ideal contact for all your marathon-related health questions.
When and where? Personal consultation on Saturday, 17 May from 2 to 5 pm at the SportMall. On race day: medical points at the start/finish and at strategic points along the route.
Rely on professional support - so that you reach your destination safe and sound!
Organic enjoyment for runners and fans
Together with our partner Bio Austria Salzburg, we offer you delicious organic food at the running festival in the city of Mozart, which will keep you well-fuelled throughout the exciting event weekend.
Our catering partners at a glance:
Two Seasons - The sports bar with cult character
From the ice-skating buffet to Salzburg's trendy sports bar! Enjoy first-class burgers or choose from the extensive menu while watching the sporting action on 8 flat-screen TVs. Two Seasons combines food, drink and entertainment in a unique way - an experience for all the senses!
Der.Genuss.Specht - street food meets organic quality
With its English food trailer, Günther's young team brings first-class street food to the marathon. Marathon special: Organic chilli con grano in two variations - vegan or with tender pulled beef. For a quick snack, there's organic ham and cheese toast or warm veggie sandwiches for the perfect energy boost!
Organic Langos Bar - The classic reinterpreted
Walter Piller and Laura Scheybal take traditional langos to a whole new level! The dough, which is made fresh every day, is deep-fried in organic rapeseed oil in front of your eyes - the result: fluffy, crispy creations that can be refined with various toppings as desired. Available vegan and with sour cream and mountain cheese on request - the best langos ever!
Speedy Potato - Handmade organic fries (Fri/Sat)
The hand-cut organic Belgian-style fries (double-fried), which are made from regional potatoes, come directly from Gloggnitz. New in the programme: organic chicken nuggets from Rebel Meat. Experience live how the potato is turned into the perfect fries - quality you can taste!
CUP&CINO Coffee House - coffee enjoyment with Mediterranean flair
A well-deserved break with aromatic coffee specialities and culinary highlights. Whether it's an all-day breakfast, a variety of bagel creations or the weekly changing lunch menus - here you will find refreshment and refreshment for the marathon day!
Höfinger ice cream - tradition since 1923
A family story that began almost 100 years ago: The success story of Höfinger Eis started with an ice cream recipe brought over from Europe and is now being continued by the fourth generation. The perfect sweet reward after a run or for cheering spectators!
#OneMileForASmile
The #OneMileForASmile - Inclusion Run by Coca-Cola presents running as an open stage for everyone. A colourful field of participants and the charity partners of the running festival formulate a clear and loud statement for integration and inclusion as well as for health in an inspiring togetherness. This highly emotional competition with strong cohesion, which will take place on 17 May at 7 pm, will be rounded off with the best entertainment from DJ Steve in the event area in the Volksgarten.
Charity – running & doing good
One Mile For A Smile - The Inclusion Run is the stage for your running heart. Together with our charity partners and their initiatives, support those children and young people in Austria, Asia or Africa who really need your donations.
Charity partners based in Salzburg
Trusted Initiatives
Targeted help for needy children
Bunte Sportpalette
Games, sport and fun in all their variety!
When & where?
Saturday, 17 May 2025 | 12-19 h | Volksgarten Salzburg
What you can expect:
- Over 12 sports to try out directly
- From basketball to capoeira, from stand-up paddle to ultimate frisbee
- Exciting presentations on the PUMA stage
- Junior Marathon & Inclusion Run
The Salzburg sports associations and clubs are looking forward to meeting you!
Salzburg is on the move! Be part of it!
Last Minute Tips & FAQs
Together with our partner Bio Austria Salzburg, we offer you delicious organic food at the running festival in the city of Mozart, which will keep you well-fuelled throughout the exciting event weekend.
No, the registration is closed. There is a starting place exchange on the platform of our registration partner Datasports, where starting places that have become available can be easily re-registered: https://www.datasport.de/anmeldeservice/salzburgmarathon2025
There are six refreshment stations and two water stations per lap. In other words, twice the number on the marathon distance. You can see them marked on our interactive route map:
https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=1kIgz47R3FKL7OhwKHUq1pA8JlGn7ZXge&ll=47.78395772350884%2C13.043857550000006&z=13
Yes, the course of the Salzburg Marathon is officially measured and certified. The Salzburg Marathon is also registered in the Global Calendar of World Athletics. The performances achieved are therefore suitable for the best lists and are recognised, for example, as qualifying times for the Boston Marathon.
Our finishing time is 5:30 hours (net). So 14:15. The same guideline also applies to the half marathon.
The showers in the sports centre Mitte (Ulrike-Gschwandtner-Straße 6) are available to participants. If you have any questions, please contact the information desk.
Regionality creates trust
The lifestyle magazine Unser SALZBURG impresses with its charm and esprit. It is the clear focus on regionality that makes the magazine so popular with the people of Salzburg.
Embedded in the magazine ring of the federal states, Unser SALZBURG is known above all for its versatility: Varied reporting, the latest trends from the fashion and beauty world including helpful shopping tips, creative recipe ideas and, of course, numerous reports on people, companies and events make Unser SALZBURG a trend magazine. Our aim is to accompany our readers on their journey and to entertain them in both good and challenging times.
Take advantage of the positive image and strong brand of Unser SALZBURG to present yourself and your company and draw the attention of our readers to you. Various combination bookings are available to optimise your presence in the individual federal states. The combination options in the Alpine region (Unser SALZBURG, Tirolerin, Unsere Kitzbühelerin) also offer the opportunity to position your advertising messages even more strongly on the local market.
We are your strong, reliable partner for successful communication with your target group. Rely on regionality. Rely on us!
Active together with company sports
The Chamber of Labour is once again a proud partner of the Salzburg Women's Run this year. Under the motto: Together instead of alone, the AK again represented with its own team.
Fastest natural run in the world
60 km from Salzburg, 25 km from Braunau. Top run in the Upper Bavarian pilgrimage town of Altötting. Fast, flat and wind-protected route through the forest. Great finisher medals. 21 km, 6 km and hobby run 1.3 km
Uni Salzburg runs with you - at the Salzburg Marathon 2025!
Sporty, motivated and with team spirit: At the Salzburg Marathon, the University of Salzburg once again sets a strong running example for exercise, health and community.
In 2025, we will be the largest team at the start: over 500 starters from all areas of the university - students, researchers, teaching staff and administrative employees - will lace up their running shoes and be part of this sporting highlight in the centre of the university city of Salzburg. The most attractive running route in the world leads past the university's most beautiful buildings - pure motivation for our starters!
As an educational institution, it is important to us not only to impart knowledge, but also to promote a healthy lifestyle. Learning is more than just thinking - movement strengthens concentration, performance and mental health - important foundations for success at all levels and for personal development.
The marathon offers our university community the perfect stage to show joie de vivre, endurance and solidarity - on the running course and beyond.
Visitor information
The spectator experience will reach a new level at this year's Salzburg Marathon. In addition to the well-known hotspots around the world-famous sights of the city of Mozart, such as Hellbrunn Palace, Leopoldskron Palace or the passage through the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Salzburg's Old Town, there will be a special "adventure mile" for all participants and running fans on 18 May.
PUMA provides the first highlight with the Highpoint Zone (based on the famous "Runner's High") at the Platzl. The Highpoint is a defined section within the PUMA Zone where the boot is actually visible and measurable. This spectatorfriendly and participantThis internally motivating spot is a special source of energy before the last sections of the route to the finish - or on the second marathon lap.
After crossing the Staatsbrücke bridge with its magnificent view of the old town and Hohensalzburg Fortress, the field reached the Powerade Zone at Hanuschplatz. The first three runners gather after their stakesThe relay team members are waiting for their team member in this relaxation zone. Together they set off on the last few hundred metres towards the finish line. Like all runnersDuring the main competition, they pass the spectator-friendly Hervis spot on Anton-Neumayr-Platz - the perfect motivational boost for the approaching finish line.
Further information
Cancelation & change of registration
Here you will find further information on registration, cancelation and change of registration
Training & Preparation
Everything you need to know, to achieve your best performance.
SportMall
Everything a runner's heart desires can be found at the Sport Mall.
Arrival & Parking
Travel relaxed, carefree and above all sustainable to Salzburg. You actively help shape the day with the least traffic in the city of Mozart.
Partner hotels
You can get hotel offers and information about events in the city of Salzburg from our partners.
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