Gmunden, Austria

The Wings for Life World Run is a truly unique and global race for both runners and wheelchair participants. Instead of a finish line, competitors race side by side to keep ahead of the Virtual Catcher Car. On 10 maja 2026 Wings for Life World Run participants in Austria can also run together in Gmunden. Meet up with your friends, download the Wings for Life World Run App and join all the other people running until the Virtual Catcher Car catches you of course. The race starts at exactly 13:00:00. The Virtual Catcher Car takes off 30 minutes after the start at 14 km/h and steadily increases its speed until the last athletes have been caught. 100% of all donations and the entry fees go directly into spinal cord research projects.

This year, we’re starting for the first time at Gmunden’s town hall square and will once again run along the Esplanade with views of Lake Traunsee and its unique mountain scenery, heading towards Altmünster to Kerngesund am See and back again—or even farther, if you like. 😊

The Kerngesund am See team will also set up a refreshment station for you, where you can recharge. Both refreshment stations along Lake Traunsee warmly welcome all motivated runners. 🫶

At our aid stations, you’ll find water, isotonic drinks, and snacks. The route is on asphalt, with virtually no elevation gain, making it perfect for covering lots of kilometers. 🤩

Since it’s also Mother’s Day this year, we’ve come up with something special for all the moms. ♥️

All further information will be shared regularly from now on via our Instagram page @traunsee_trailrunning_club