Triumph in rain: 318 runners at the 21st Raml-Gastro 7-bridge run!

Triumph in rain: 318 runners at the 21st Raml-Gastro 7-bridge run!

Zwettl an der Rodl, Österreich - On Pentecost Saturday, June 7, 2025, the 21st International Raml Gastro 7-bridge run took place in Zwettl an der Rodl. After two years of Coronabede break, the event was a complete success. With 318 participants who ventured the circuit through the town center, the enthusiasm for running was noticeably high. [Meinverkirk] (https://www.meinbezirk.at/urfahr-warten/318- Districts-21-gastro-7-brueckenlauf_a7369948) reports on a lively event that was enthusiastic about volunteers and spectators.

The event was a real highlight for all sports enthusiasts, because the program included competitions for all age groups and ambitions. There was something for everyone from children and youth skates to hobby run, the relay race to the "Zwettlathon Xtrem". The main run extended over six rounds of 1,250 meters, which corresponds to a total distance of 7.5 km. The Sportunion Zwettl, as an organizer, wants to build on the successes of previous years. Sportunion emphasizes that special challenges such as steep bank browsing and water stretches provided additional tension.

outstanding services and new prices

The achievements of the two main winners are particularly noteworthy: Markus Schwarz decided the men's run with a time of 26: 21.07 minutes, while Kerstin Springer won the women's ranking with 26: 30.3 minutes. The introduction of a new special price for the average most in the hobby run, which was awarded to Nathalie Schwarz from Zwettl on the Rodl, was also exciting. It was felt by a real competition spirit that drove the participants: on the inside through the challenges of the course.

Together in the rain

Although the weather was anything but inviting that day - heavily cloudy with occasional rain - this did not seem to cloud the mood. The numerous visitors: Inside and volunteers contributed to the success of the event, and many participants remained through the pouring rains to experience the raffle until the end. A success that reflects the tireless use of the organizers and the community.

Overall, the 21st International Raml Gastro 7-bridge run in Zwettl was an event that shone not only through its sporting performance, but also through the lived sense of community. The future of running in the region is secured and we can look forward to the upcoming events. Interested parties can find more information at Sport Austria, where news and events from the world of running are constantly updated.