World Record Attempt at the Danube Tower

On Monday, June 10th, the ultrarunner Rainer Predl from Lassee will take on an extraordinary challenge. His goal: to set a new world record in the 100-kilometer circuit run in the Indoor Terrace of the Vienna Danube Tower.

One lap in the Indoor Terrace at 155m is just under 40 meters, and Predl will run this lap repeatedly until he reaches 100 kilometers.

Event Schedule

The run begins at 9 a.m. in the parking lot of the Danube Tower. From there, Rainer Predl will first climb the 779 steps of the tower. Once he reaches the the Indoor Terrace at a height of 155meters, the official timing for the 100-kilometer circuit run will begin.

The current world record is held by a German who completed the 100 kilometers on the Stuttgart TV tower in 12 hours and 45 minutes. This Austrian challenge is being overseen by the Record Institute for Germany & Austria.

Call for Support and Donation Campaign

Fans and spectators are warmly invited to watch this spectacular world record attempt live on site. For this event, the Indoor Terrace  will suspend its normal operations to provide the necessary space for the sporting event.

In addition to the sporting ambition, the focus is also on a good cause. Viewers and supporters are encouraged to donate 1 Euro for each lap completed. Up to 2,500 laps are expected, which could result in a possible donation sum of up to 2,500 Euros. The proceeds will go to the Sterntalerhof, which cares for seriously ill children and their families. Every lap counts – you can decide how many laps you would like to support.

The Sterntalerhof: Hope and Support for Seriously Ill Children and Their Families

The Sterntalerhof is a unique children's hospice in Austria dedicated to the care of severely, chronically, and terminally ill children and their families. Since its founding, Sterntalerhof has made it its mission to assist these families during an extremely difficult phase of life by providing both physical and emotional support.

What Sterntalerhof Provides:

  1. Holistic Care: Sterntalerhof follows a holistic approach, combining medical, therapeutic, and psychological support. The goal is to improve the quality of life for the children and their families and to stand by them during tough times.

  2. Therapeutic Services: The therapies offered include music, art, and equine therapy. These therapeutic activities aim to bring joy, foster creativity, and provide the children with a sense of normalcy and freedom.

  3. Family Support: Sterntalerhof not only offers families a break from their often burdensome daily routine but also provides professional support and counseling. This includes grief counseling for families who have suffered a loss.

Donation Information

Donations can be made to the following account at the Austrian Doctors' and Pharmacists' Bank, account name "Sterntalerhof":

IBAN: AT11 1813 0802 5454 0001

For more information about Sterntalerhof, visit: Sterntalerhof

Come by, cheer on Rainer Predl, and support a good cause! Together, we can set a new world record and at the same time make a valuable contribution to Sterntalerhof. Every lap counts – decide for yourself how many laps you would like to support.

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