Open Water Austria! 17 km Wörthersee Swim!

One month after registration opened for the 17 km race in 2026, one-third of the spots are already booked.

New: We've adapted the swim distances to our new venue and introduced new procedures based on your feedback.

17 km - the open water race for experienced swimmers who want to conquer Lake Wörthersee! The 17 km race is aimed at experienced open water swimmers who want to test their strength. The difficulty level is very high; not only the swimming but also the orientation in the water must be mastered. Endurance and mental strength are also required. The course runs along the shore, and the swimmers will be supported and secured by several support boats. Isotonic drinks, sports jelly, sports bars, and bananas will be provided at the refreshment stations.

Schedule: At 7 a.m., the swimmers will be transported by bus from the Maiernigg lido to the start in Velden. The start is at 8 a.m. in Velden.

1. The first aid station is located on a boat after four kilometers.
2. The second aid station is also located on a boat after eight kilometers.
3. New: The third aid station is located after twelve kilometers in Reifnitz, next to the public boat landing on Lake Wörthersee. There, there is a light barrier for the first time measurement. To do this, participants must briefly get out of the water, pass the light barrier, then refuel at the aid station and continue swimming.
4. The fourth and final aid station is again located on a boat after 15 kilometers.

The remaining course is marked with regatta buoys every 350 meters. The finish is the Maiernigg lido in Klagenfurt.

In addition to the age groups, participants can choose whether to compete with or without a wetsuit.

Just as mountaineers approach the mountain from camp to camp, swimmers at the Wörthersee Swim Austria battle their way through the water from aid station to aid station. Each section demands strength, endurance, and mental toughness – always with the goal in mind. The lake becomes a sporting challenge, and the stages become the path to the mountain.

September 4–5, 2026

Wörthersee Swim Austria

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