Marathon

Sparkasse 3-Länder-Marathon

Sparkasse 3-Länder-Marathon carries runners from Lindau through Germany, Austria, and Switzerland beside Lake Constance before a Bregenz stadium finish.

Next raceSunday, October 11, 2026
Distance categoryMarathon
LocationLindau, Germany
Boston qualifierYes
Get alertsLast checked August 4, 2026BQ times

Quick facts

  • Course passes through Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
  • Mostly flat Lake Constance route.
  • Starts in Lindau and finishes in Bregenz stadium.

About the Sparkasse 3-Länder-Marathon

The Three-Country Marathon is a cross-border Lake Constance event with a German start and Austrian finish. Marathon, half, quarter, and relay fields share the festival.

Course

The point-to-point road course starts on Lindau island, follows the lakeshore through Austria and a short Swiss section, then finishes in Bregenz's stadium. The profile is largely flat.

Race-day weather

October beside Lake Constance is often cool and damp, with fog, rain, and lakeside wind possible. Calm conditions can be excellent for fast racing.

Past Sparkasse 3-Länder-Marathon dates and results

YearDateStatusResults
2026Sunday, October 11, 2026Upcoming
2025Sunday, October 12, 2025CompletedOpen results
2024CompletedOpen results

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Sparkasse 3-Länder-Marathon FAQ

When is the Sparkasse 3-Länder-Marathon?

The 2026 Sparkasse 3-Länder-Marathon is on Sunday, October 11, 2026.

Is Sparkasse 3-Länder-Marathon a Boston qualifier?

Yes. Sparkasse 3-Länder-Marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifier. To use the result, you must run the certified full-marathon course within the qualifying window and meet the current standard for your age and gender. Meeting the standard lets you apply but does not guarantee entry, and net-downhill courses can receive a time adjustment under current B.A.A. rules. Review the Boston qualifying times and downhill-course rules, or browse upcoming Boston qualifier marathons.

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