On 10 May 2026, thousands of participants will line up on Zadar’s seafront to start the Wings for Life World Run simultaneously with runners all around the world, united by the goal of funding research into spinal cord injury. Unlike traditional races, there is no finish line: everyone starts together, and a Catcher Car sets off behind the field after a short delay, gradually speeding up until it overtakes each participant and ends their race, whether they’ve covered 3 km or 40 km. The Zadar flagship course is run entirely on paved coastal roads, beginning at the old port area (Liburnska obala) and heading out of the city along the Adriatic shoreline, offering open sea views, sunshine and a light sea breeze. The event is fully inclusive, welcoming runners, walkers and wheelchair athletes of all abilities to go as far as they can before the Catcher Car arrives. With its seaside setting, evening global broadcast and festival atmosphere, Zadar has become one of the most iconic Wings for Life World Run locations worldwide.
Race
The Wings for Life World Run – Zadar Flagship Run 2026 takes place on Sunday 10 May 2026 at 13:00 local time in Zadar, Croatia, starting on the seafront at Liburnska obala and following a coastal road route with no fixed finish line, where runners and wheelchair athletes are chased by the moving Catcher Car in a global charity event organised by the Wings for Life World Run Foundation to fund spinal cord injury research.
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What is the Wings for Life World Run Zadar?
How long is the Wings for Life World Run Zadar?
Where does the Wings for Life World Run Zadar take place?
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The Wings for Life World Run – Zadar Flagship Run 2026 takes place on Sunday 10 May 2026 at 13:00 local time in Zadar, Croatia, starting on the seafront at Liburnska obala and following a coastal road route with no fixed finish line, where runners and wheelchair athletes are chased by the moving Catcher Car in a global charity event organised by the Wings for Life World Run Foundation to fund spinal cord injury research.
The Wings for Life World Run Zadar is 80km long.
The Wings for Life World Run Zadar takes place in Zadar, Croatia.
Runna classifies the Wings for Life World Run Zadar elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Wings for Life World Run Zadar?
The Wings for Life World Run – Zadar Flagship Run 2026 takes place on Sunday 10 May 2026 at 13:00 local time in Zadar, Croatia, starting on the seafront at Liburnska obala and following a coastal road route with no fixed finish line, where runners and wheelchair athletes are chased by the moving Catcher Car in a global charity event organised by the Wings for Life World Run Foundation to fund spinal cord injury research.
How long is the Wings for Life World Run Zadar?
The Wings for Life World Run Zadar is 80km long.
Where does the Wings for Life World Run Zadar take place?
The Wings for Life World Run Zadar takes place in Zadar, Croatia.
What is the elevation gain of the Wings for Life World Run Zadar?
Runna classifies the Wings for Life World Run Zadar elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Wings for Life World Run Zadar?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Wings for Life World Run Zadar?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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