Trail Running Calendar Switzerland 2024-2025

Switzerland is a paradise for trail running enthusiasts, and the trail running calendar for 2024-2025 is packed with breathtaking events. In Zurich, you will find a variety of trails that lead through picturesque landscapes and the nearby Alps, ideal for runners looking for a challenge. Geneva, with its idyllic routes along Lake Geneva, offers excellent opportunities for both beginners and advanced runners to test their endurance.

In Basel, you can discover historical trails that take you through the cultural heart of Switzerland, while Bern’s hilly paths lead you through some of the most breathtaking natural landscapes of the capital. Lausanne, known for its dynamic trail running scene, offers unique routes with views of the beautiful Lake Geneva and the surrounding vineyards. Not to be forgotten is Lucerne, which, with its panoramic paths around Lake Lucerne, is highly popular among both local and international runners.

The Course des Pavés is a prominent running event taking place in La Neuveville, Switzerland, on November 30, 2024. This 29th edition is expected to attract nearly 2,000 participants from across the country. The event features various races, including a 7.5 km time trial, a challenging 24 km trail, ..

December 2024

The Course de Noël is an annual running event held in December in the historic streets of Sion, Switzerland. Known as the oldest city race in the country, it features a friendly atmosphere with races organized for various age groups, starting from the youngest participants and culminating in the eli..

The Fribourg by Night Trail is an exciting running event set for its 9th edition on December 14, 2024. Participants will tackle a challenging 32 km course with a 1000m elevation gain, primarily on trails and paths around the picturesque city of Fribourg. The race features two aid stations, offering ..

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The Trail des Châteaux is a scenic running event that takes participants through the picturesque paths of Sion, Savièse, Arbaz, and Grimisuat, offering a unique opportunity to explore the local castles. The event features two main courses: a challenging 31 km route with a 1700 m elevation gain and a..

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January 2025

The Nocturne des Loups will take place in Le Chenit on Friday 31 January 2025.

March 2025

The CRUX Winter Ultra Run is an exciting winter running event held in Switzerland, featuring two challenging courses: the CRUX Contessa at 28 km with 1,500 meters of elevation gain, and the CRUX Count at 56 km with 2,300 meters of elevation gain. This event is designed for endurance athletes looking..

The Trail Run Evasion Rhône is a nature race that will take place on March 9, 2024, connecting Geneva to Dardagny. For its 22nd edition, the event offers several routes ranging from 8 to 48 km, suitable for solo runners, relay teams, or walkers. Participants will be able to enjoy diverse landscapes,..

The Hohe Winde Mountain Marathon is a challenging trail run in the Basel region, offering both marathon and half-marathon distances. The event takes place in the picturesque surroundings of Brislach and attracts runners from the region and beyond. Participants can look forward to a well-organized co..

The Trail du Mont Bally is an exciting running event set to take place on March 15 and 16, 2025. This second edition will introduce two new categories: BALLYWALK and BALLYKIDS, expanding the event's appeal to a wider audience. Participants can choose between two main courses, BALLY27 and BALLY11, ca..

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The Urban Trail Lausanne is a trail running race that takes place in Lausanne, Switzerland, offering participants the opportunity to discover the city and its surrounding landscapes. Two distances are available: 18 km with a positive elevation gain of 450 m and 31 km with 900 m of elevation gain. Th..

The Lake Zurich 100 Endurance Run is a challenging ultramarathon event set to take place on March 29, 2025. Participants will tackle a distance of 106 kilometers, featuring an elevation gain of approximately 3,200 meters. The event is designed for endurance athletes seeking to test their limits in a..

The Cross des Tilleuls is a running event scheduled for March 29, 2025, in Bienne, Bern. Organized by the Cross Club Nidau, this will be the third edition of the event, which takes place in the scenic Tilleuls forest. The event features races for both children and adults, with children's races start..

The Jungfrau-Lauberhorn Run is an exciting running event set to take place on March 30, 2025. Participants will tackle a challenging 4.48-kilometer course with an elevation gain of 1,028 meters, following the official Lauberhorn World Cup downhill ski route. The event features various categories, in..

April 2025

The Up & Down Aigle will take place in Aigle on Saturday 5 April 2025.

The Les Courses du Mont-Terrible will take place in Fontenais from Saturday 12 April 2025 to Sunday 13 April 2025. You can run between 15 and 106 kilometers.

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May 2025

The Trail Noble-Contrée will take place in Noble-Contrée on Saturday 3 May 2025. You can run between 11 and 38 kilometers.

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The Jura Swiss Trail is a premier trail running event set in the stunning landscapes of the Nord Vaudois region. Scheduled for May 3, 2025, this sixth edition features four challenging courses: 11K, 19K, 35K, and 55K, designed to push participants to their limits while enjoying breathtaking views of..

Trailrun Huttwil is an exciting running event held in the Oberaargau District of Switzerland, featuring a variety of trails on the scenic Bikestrecke of the "ÖKK BIKE REVOLUTION." Participants can choose from multiple distances, including an 8.8 km trail with 390 meters of elevation gain, a shorter ..

The Trail Blonay - Saint-Légier is an exciting trail running event set to take place in Blonay, Vaud, on May 17, 2025. This inaugural edition features three stunning courses that showcase the beautiful Pre-Alps, including lush forests and fields of daffodils. Participants can choose from a children'..

The Trail de Bouzerou Raiffeisen is a trail running event scheduled for May 24, 2025, in Grône, Valais. Participants can choose between two race formats: a 13K course with 800m of elevation gain and a 23K course with 1400m of elevation gain. The event also features a fun obstacle course for children..