Austria holds a special place in the history of IRONMAN and  the legacy continues as the city of Graz becomes home to the latest and one of the most anticipated events in Europe – IRONMAN 70.3 Graz. Located about 200 km (125 miles) to the South of Austria’s national capital Vienna, Graz boasts a rich history of architecture, culture and educational institutions including medical and technical universities, with a historic Unesco World Heritage city centre.