Held around the scenic lake district in St. Pölten, the event drew women and children of all ages and fitness levels. Beyond promoting an active lifestyle and reducing barriers to exercise, the gathering focused heavily on increasing the visibility of women in sports, as noted by event organizers and participants.
Diverse Distances and Special Categories
Participants could choose from multiple course options, including 9.8-kilometer, 5.2-kilometer, and 2.5-kilometer running routes, alongside a 5.2-kilometer Nordic-walking course. Children participated in two dedicated distances of 500 and 1,000 meters.
“They get the medals handed directly to them and that is a super joy for them and for us who are allowed to hand them over, of course. The children are certainly a highlight,” said organizer Christian Kohl regarding the youth participation.
Another popular element of the day was the 2er-Generationenwertung, a team category requiring participants to have an age difference of at least 20 years while competing together.
Did You Know? For every participant who registered for the St. Pölten event, ten euros were donated directly to the Krebshilfe Niederösterreich and the stem cell donation initiative of the Austrian Red Cross.
Record-Breaking Fundraising and Community Impact
The collective efforts of the 3,200-plus runners and walkers pushed the total donations to 30,000 euros, setting a clear milestone for the charity run’s history.
“The NÖ Frauenlauf unites prevention, health promotion, and lived solidarity. Our goal is to actively support people in difficult life situations,” stated Christiane Teschl-Hofmeister (ÖVP), the state secretary responsible for women and families, during the awards ceremony at the Sportzentrum Niederösterreich.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people participated in the event?
How much money was raised for charity?
The participants raised 30,000 euros, setting a new fundraising record for the event.
Where did the donations go?
Ten euros per participant went to the Krebshilfe Niederösterreich and the stem cell donation initiative of the Austrian Red Cross.