Training Zone of the Vienna City Marathon

This is the place for everyone who loves running, has recently started, or wants to get back into it, or simply seeks training tips. 

Tip #1: Do it, and do it together. You'll always be motivated with a friend or a group.  
  

Training Plans

To help you prepare for the Vienna City Marathon 2026, we are once again offering VCM training plans for the marathon and Wiener Städtische Half Marathon from our partner Sportordination, tailored to the VCM Winter Running Series and the weekly VCM Training Runs. 
Here you find the Download of your training programme.
Use the code vcm26, to get your programme free of charge.
 We wish you all the best and lots of fun with your VCM preparation! 
 

New: VCM Summer Training Sessions

Many of you have asked for them - now they're here! Get ready for the VCM Summer Training Sessions, featuring Run & Swim workouts at the Alte Donau and a Pace & Power community event in the Prater.

Train together, stay motivated, and prepare for the Wörthersee Marathon: the Sportordination coaching team, led by Michael Koller, will be supporting you throughout July, August, and September.


Long Run & Swim

Join us for long runs along the Alte Donau.
 
  • Sunday, July 12, 8:30 a.m.
  • Sunday, August 9, 8:30 a.m.
  • Sunday in September – date to be announced
Meeting point: U1 station "Alte Donau"
Run starts: 8:30 a.m.
 
  • 3–4 pace groups (5:30–8:30/9:00 min/km)
  • 7 km loop around the Lower Alte Donau - Strava Route
  • The loop will be repeated multiple times.
  • Cool off with a swim after the run.
  • Participation is free of charge.
     
We recommend bringing a small running backpack for your essentials.

Alternatively, lockers are available for rent at the nearby Sportcenter Donaucity. Please note that locker rental is not organized by VCM and must be arranged individually.

We look forward to seeing you for some beautiful Danube runs!
 

Sunset Pace & Power

Get stronger together, improve your running technique, and enjoy a summer evening with the running community.
 
  • Tuesday, August 11, 6:30 p.m.
  • Community event at the Prater | Rugby Club | Meiereistraße 20, 1020 Vienna
  • Strength & running technique session with the VCM Sportordination coaching team
  • Host: Anna Scherfler – Social Run Club
  • Prater run, DJ music, food & drinks
     
More program details will be announced soon. Participation is limited.

Register for free here if you'd like to join us on August 11!
 

Feel free to bring your running buddy along. We can't wait to welcome you to the VCM Summer Training Sessions!
 

In autumn 2026, the weekly VCM Training Runs on the Prater Hauptallee will return, providing specific preparation for the Vienna City Marathon 2027. 
 

VCM training information

Subscribe to the free and GDPR-compliant. VCM Training Newsletter. This will keep you up to date on our preparation programmes.


Only come to the VCM Training Run if you are healthy!
 

  • In case of pain or infection: Take a break and give yourself time to get fit and fully resilient again.
  • If in doubt, have yourself checked by a doctor.
  • Be aware that the fast and perhaps unfamiliar training sessions are strenuous.
Participation is free of charge. We look forward to seeing you and having great training experiences together!

Important to know: 
  • As a group, we always run on the right-hand side of the Hauptallee.
  • Do not use headphones during training so that you can understand the information given by the coaches and other runners.
  • During the VCM Training Runs, pictures and videos will be taken for the social media channels of the Vienna City Marathon and Sportordination.
  • Participation in the VCM Training Runs is at your own risk. The organiser and the trainers accept no liability for accidents or damage.


 

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