Salzachbrückenlauf

The Salzach Bridge Run starts and finishes at Burghausen town square, below Burghausen Castle, the longest castle complex in the world. The route follows the Salzach, which forms the border between Germany and Austria, and includes several border crossings. Various distances are offered, including a 505-metre parent-child run, a 3.2 km fun run, a 5.5 km walk and the 8.8 km main race. More than 1,000 participants take part each year, from children and recreational runners to club runners and fast athletes. The run is a charity event organised by nine volunteers, with proceeds supporting local people in need.

The run takes place annually under the patronage of Bürgerinsel Burghausen. The 8.8 km route includes a second lap and passes a bathing lake and a rowing lake. Typical October weather is around 14 °C, with mostly cloudy skies and an average of 40 mm of precipitation. Multiple distances, including a 505 m route; charity event; scenic surroundings around Burghausen; open to children, recreational runners and competitive runners.