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CHALLENGE St. Pölten

Name: CHALLENGE St. Pölten
Start: 2026-05-31
End: 2026-05-31
Location: Sankt Pölten

location_city Sankt Pölten

flag Austria

calendar_today 31 May, 2026

kayaking Multisports

language Official Website

About the Event

Kick off the European summer triathlon season at Challenge St. Pölten from May 29-31, 2026. This premier middle-distance festival in the heart of Lower Austria offers a dynamic race menu, including the signature 1.9km swim, 90km bike, and 21.1km run, alongside exciting relay, aquabike, bike-run, and family-friendly formats. Set against a backdrop of vibrant city energy and scenic countryside, the event combines professional, world-class organisation with a uniquely welcoming atmosphere for athletes of all levels. More than just a race, it's a full weekend celebration where the local community, enthusiastic volunteers, and the global Challenge Family spirit converge to create an unforgettable experience. Whether you're chasing a personal best, enjoying a team relay with friends, or introducing the next generation in the Junior Challenge, St. Pölten delivers the perfect blend of competition and festival joy. Secure your start for a triathlon weekend that embodies pure passion for the sport.

Races Offered

Challenge Aquabike

May 31, 2026

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Distance — 1.9 km 90 km

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Type — Triathlon

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07:00

Challenge Bike Run

May 31, 2026

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Distance — 111K

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Type — Triathlon

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07:00

Middle Distance

May 31, 2026

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Distance — 1.9 km 90 km 21.1 km

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Type — Triathlon

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07:00

Middle Distance Relay

May 31, 2026

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Distance — 1.9 km 90 km 21.1 km

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Type — Triathlon

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07:00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Sankt Pölten.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 10.2° / 19.7°

wb_sunny 7.8° / 17.6°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 11.2 /

water_drop 73.8%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 10.2° / 19.7°

wb_sunny 7.8° / 17.6°

air 11.2 km/h

water_drop 73.8%

About Sankt Pölten

Sankt Pölten, mostly abbreviated to the official name St. Pölten, is the capital and largest city of the State of Lower Austria in northeast Austria, with 59,767 inhabitants as of 1 January 2025. St. Pölten is a city with its own statute and therefore it is both a municipality and a district in the Mostviertel. Due to its cultural status, it has recently enjoyed an increase of visitors passing through Sankt Pölten on their way to Vienna.