Faakersee inspires with record participants at the SUP Pro Race!

Faakersee inspires with record participants at the SUP Pro Race!

On Saturday, June 1, 2025, the Faaker See was again the scene of the exciting Pro Race as part of this year's SUP Festival. Around 260 participants from different countries faced the challenge to win the coveted titles in long and short distance competitions. Donato Freens from the Netherlands, who won the long distance race over 12 kilometers among the men, was particularly stunned by Donato Freens. In the ladies, last year's winner Esperanza Barreras again emerged as a radiant winner and crowned her excellent appearance. This was reported by meinbezirk.at in detail.

The Kelag Long Distance Pro Race was only the start of an exciting weekend. The fun factor was also very important with a Fun Race that was specially held for newcomers and young athletes on a two-kilometer circuit. The President of the Austrian Sup Federation, Christian Taucher, described the event as a "compulsory date in the calendar" and emphasized its important position for the local sports scene.

a festival of superlative

The Lake Rocks Sup Festival has made a name for itself not only in Austria, but also internationally. Over 500 athletes from 24 nations did not miss the opportunity to take part in six competitions and demonstrate their skills. This festival is considered the largest paddle festival in the Alpine Adria area and has achieved a best rating of five stars in the international SUP competition. surf-magazin.de lifts an ideal setting for Such large -scale events offers.

The competitions extend, among other things, over long distances, speed and technology races. So Esperanza Barreras was able to convince in another sprint competition and reach first place among the women. The participants were supported by committed volunteers who contributed to the smooth running of the event.

insights into the upcoming events

The enthusiasm for the SUP festival can also be seen in the numbers: With over 260 athletes in the current Pro Race and a participant record of 250 participants in recent years, the festival will continue to grow in the coming years. stand-up-paddling.org gives an overview of the most important events and competitions in which you can also start as a hobby paddler. The next festival is planned for the period from May 29 to June 1, 2025, and the audience can already look forward to exciting competitions and many visitors.

summarized, the SUP Festival on Lake Faaker not only offers top sporting performance, but also a home for sports enthusiasts and newcomers alike. With a varied program and painting of the beautiful landscape, it will continue to remain a highlight in sports summer.