Thomas Falkner: Second place at the Salzburg Trail Running Festival 2024

Thomas Falkner: Second place at the Salzburg Trail Running Festival 2024

FRAHAM. The Salzburg Trail Running Festival 2024 was recently held, and an outstanding event took place as part of the “Trail Amadeus” competition. Thomas Falkner, an active member of the Fraham Running and Scooter Club (LTRC), made a name for himself when he took second place in his age group. This demanding race was made up of two parts: the fortress trail was 13 kilometers with an elevation gain of 480 meters, while the Gaisberg trail was 24 kilometers with an elevation gain of around 1,344 meters.

Falkner shared his impressions as soon as he crossed the finish line. "Great panorama, but a very strenuous, hard run. What was really pleasing for me, however, was that I was able to achieve my goal of staying under four hours in total," he said after the competition. His performance not only represents personal confirmation, but is also the culmination of a long and intensive running season for the athlete.

Challenge and reward

The festival's courses are known for presenting participants with significant challenges. The combination of distance and elevation changes makes for a strenuous but rewarding competition. With 13 kilometers and 480 meters of altitude in the Festungstrail and the 24 kilometers and 1344 meters of altitude in the Gaisbergtrail, it is clear that this is an event for experienced runners that requires both endurance and willpower.

Falkner's success is a testament to his commitment and dedication to the sport. With a solid result, he can look back on a season that was characterized by hard work and training. The fact that he achieved his personal goal - a total time of under four hours - underlines the Fraham runner's achievement. Running enthusiasts can look forward to future competitions in which Falkner will certainly cause a stir again.

The challenging nature of the trails and the picturesque backdrop of the Salzburg region help to make such events a special experience for both participants and spectators. The combination of physical demands and the beauty of the surroundings attracts many athletes who want to take on similar challenges. Falkner's success and his experiences during the competition are inspiring and motivating for all sports enthusiasts.

For a deeper insight into the results of the festival and the performances of the participating athletes, see the current reporting on www.tips.at.