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Half marathons in Austria are as varied as the landscape of the Alpine republic. Half marathons take place in almost every major city every year, so it's best to make a note of them in your running diary. According to statistics, 14 per cent of Austria's 8.9 million inhabitants go running regularly. Ideally, you should combine your participation in running events with an extensive sightseeing tour or some relaxation - like at the Aqua Dome thermal spa run in Längenfeld.
The capital of Austria, Vienna, is worth a visit at any time of year. The cosmopolitan city is regarded as a European cultural metropolis and delights visitors with its museums, concert halls and relics from the past. Schönbrunn Palace, for example, was home to the legendary Empress Sissi and is one of the country's most important attractions: A guided tour will introduce you to some of the 1,441 rooms, after which it is worth taking a stroll through the palace park, which is the size of 220 football pitches. You are sure to meet some runners here. The Vienna Prater in the 2nd district, which covers six square kilometres, is also a paradise for athletes. At the end of the 4 km long main avenue, where every kilometre is marked, you will find Austria's oldest amusement park, the Wurstelprater, at the Praterstern. Salzburg has gone down in history as the birthplace of the legendary Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Visit the impressive Hohensalzburg Fortress and stroll through Getreidegasse with Mozart's birthplace. Or visit Mirabell Palace, where Leopold Mozart and his children Wolfgang Amadeus and Nannerl played music in the legendary Marble Hall.
However, Austria doesn't just impress with cities worth seeing, the landscape is also impressive. If you attend running events in eastern Austria and are a nature lover, plan a visit to Lake Neusiedl National Park. The largest steppe lake in Europe is surrounded by idyllic vineyards in a gently rolling landscape. The scenic beauty of the region has even earned it UNESCO World Heritage status. A hike through the wide reed belt is a great way to get in the mood for half marathons in Austria: You can observe rare birds such as great egrets, spoonbills and storks particularly well from the numerous viewing platforms. A large body of water also dominates the landscape in the far west of Austria: Lake Constance at the border triangle between Austria, Germany and Switzerland is home to the largest lake stage in the world. If you are interested in culture, it is best to include not only half marathons but also the Bregenz Festival in your running diary. At each performance, up to 6,980 people marvel at the unique panorama and excellent acoustics.
Does your running diary take you to the south of Austria? Then be sure to pack your swimming gear on the way to half marathons in summer. In sunny Carinthia, one body of water follows the next. Whether it's Lake Faak, Lake Ossiach, Lake Wörth or Lake Milstatt, perfect conditions for water sports await you. You can enjoy a perfect view from the observation tower on the Pyramidenkogel: if you are good at training for half marathons, climb the 441 steps and enjoy the perfect panoramic view. Alternatively, you can take the lift. A 120-metre-long slide, which is not only fun for children, takes you down at breakneck speed. Ambitious athletes like to prepare for half marathons in Austria's fascinating mountain landscape. In Kühtai, for example, you will find perfect conditions for an altitude training camp at over 2,000 metres. You can also go high up in the Ziller or Ötztal Alps or on the breathtaking Grossglockner High Road, which leads to the highest mountain in the country.
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