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Race Around Austria

St. Georgen im Attergau, Austria · 2026: August TBD

VERDICT Austria's emotional ultra gateway via 560km Upper Austria border grind.

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LAB SCORE
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The Ratings

Course verdict

The Race Around Austria Challenge is a 560km nonstop loop hugging the Upper Austria border, starting from St.[1]

Course Profile ratings for this race. Select a point for its explanation. LOGISTICS3/5LENGTH5/5TECHNICAL2/5ELEVATION4/5CLIMATE3/5ALTITUDE3/5ADVENTURE4/5 24/35
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Course Overview

348 mi
Distance
21,300 ft
Elevation
St. Georgen im Attergau, Austria
Location
August TBD, 2026
Date
Field Size
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Entry Cost
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RACE DEMAND PROFILE

Durability
10
Climbing
10
VO2 Power
5
Threshold
5
Technical
4
Heat
0
Altitude
6
Race Specificity
9
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Frequently Asked Questions

August weather in Upper Austria brings mild temperatures but risks rain on exposed border roads. Day-night cycling in 24-hour format exposes riders to variable conditions. Preparation for cooler evenings near St. Georgen im Attergau is important.[1]

Support vehicles follow riders along the 560km Upper Austria border loop from St. Georgen im Attergau. Routebook and GPX files provided pre-race, with modifications for tunnels and detours. Organization handles depot bag transport to km 330 for self-supported adventure category.[1]

Solo or team nonstop loop around Upper Austria border evokes RAAM-qualifier intensity on a regional scale. Self-supported option with depot at km 330 heightens isolation. Emotional highs from scenic paths near Salzburg amplify the ultra-adventure.[1]

Austria's flagship ultra-cycling event draws international field as RAAM qualifier. Hosts Austrian 4er-Team Championships, elevating national status. The 560km Challenge embodies the full race's border-loop legacy since 2011.[1]

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Sources & Citations

Research sources used to build this race profile. Always verify details with official race sources before making travel or registration decisions.

  1. Official Official Websitewww.racearoundaustria.at