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Mozart 100 is a 100km ultra marathon in Salzburg, Austria. Distance: 100km. Elevation: 4,600m D+. Difficulty: challenging (Challenge Rating 50/100). DNF rate: 18%. Time limit: 26h. Surface: trail. Established 2014.

100km challenging mountainous alpine trail scenic

Mozart 100

Salzburg, Salzburg, Austria

"100km through Mozart's alpine homeland — from Salzburg into the Salzkammergut mountains and back."

50
Challenging
Distance 100km
Elevation Gain ↑4,600m
Surface trail
DNF Rate 18%
Cutoff 26h
What Makes It Unique

A 100km mountain ultra starting from Salzburg through Austria's stunning Salzkammergut lake and mountain region.

The Course

Starting and finishing in Salzburg, the course winds through the Salzkammergut lake district and mountain terrain surrounding Mozart's birthplace. A mix of forest trails, alpine meadows, and lakeside paths with significant climbing.

Profile

mountainous

Topology

loop

Aid Stations

9

Highest Point

1,853m

ITRA Points

5

Yes Crew Access
Yes Pacers (after 65km)
Yes Mandatory Gear

Runner Experience

Scenery 5/5
Organization 3/5
Community 4/5
Aid Stations

Standard aid station support with food, drinks, and basic medical assistance at regular intervals.

Post-Race Culture

A legendary finish line atmosphere. Mozart 100 is a bucket-list race with celebrations that match its reputation.

Race Day Weather

Temperature

16°C

8° – 24°

Humidity

65%

Rain Chance

40%

Conditions

Early summer in the Austrian Alps. Warm days, cool nights. Thunderstorms possible in the afternoon, especially at altitude.

Stats & Records

Established

2014

Finishers

450

Avg Finish

18:30:00

Course Record (M)

10:12:45

Florian Grasel (2023)

Course Record (W)

12:48:33

Katharina Hartmuth (2023)

Entry

Entry Cost

€130

Opens

October

Sells Out

months

Max Starters: 600
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Lore & Trivia

The Mozart 100 runs through the Salzburg Alps — the mountain landscape that surrounded the city where Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born. The course passes through the Berchtesgaden and Salzburg Alps, crossing alpine meadows, forest trails, and mountain passes with views of the Austrian and German Alpine ranges. Austrian trail running benefits from decades of hiking infrastructure: well-marked paths, mountain huts, and the efficient organisation that makes Alpine events feel effortless.

  • The race starts in the heart of Salzburg, Mozart's birthplace, blending culture and mountain running.
  • Part of the Ultra-Trail World Tour, making it a major international draw.
  • The Salzkammergut lake district section offers some of the most beautiful running in the Austrian Alps.
  • Despite 4600m of climbing, the course is considered somewhat runnable compared to more technical alpine ultras.
  • Established in 2014.

Running through the Salzburg Alps where Mozart was born — Austrian mountain beauty with world-class trail infrastructure.

— A Mozart 100 runner

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Mozart 100? +

Mozart 100 is a 100km (100km) ultra marathon with 4,600m of elevation gain. The course is loop on trail terrain.

How hard is Mozart 100? +

Mozart 100 is rated challenging with a Challenge Rating of 50/100 (Challenging). The DNF rate is 18%. Runners have 26 hours to finish.

What is the weather like at Mozart 100? +

Average temperature is 16°C (range 8°C to 24°C) with 65% humidity and a 40% chance of rain. Early summer in the Austrian Alps. Warm days, cool nights. Thunderstorms possible in the afternoon, especially at altitude.

Are crew and pacers allowed at Mozart 100? +

Crew access is allowed. Pacers are allowed after 65km. Mandatory gear is required.

What is the course record for Mozart 100? +

The men's course record is 10:12:45 set by Florian Grasel in 2023. The women's course record is 12:48:33 set by Katharina Hartmuth in 2023.

What is the average finish time for Mozart 100? +

The average finish time is 18:30:00. About 450 runners finish each year. The DNF rate is 18%.

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