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 Raiffeisen Generoso Trail is a mountain race taking place on October 20, 2024, featuring a 12 km course with a positive elevation gain of 1437 meters, starting from the city of Mendrisio and reaching the summit of Monte Generoso. After an initial section on asphalt, the race continues through th..

The Autumn Run Wila will take place on October 26, 2024, celebrating its 25th anniversary. This running event offers a family-friendly atmosphere and includes a total of 17 categories, suitable for both young and old, as well as for ambitious athletes and recreational runners. The main route of 11.1..

The gurtenCLASSIC, a trail running event on Bern's local mountain, will take place on October 27, 2024. There are various categories such as a short run, mountain walking, road bike tour, classic run, Famigros Run & Win, and children's run. Participants can expect a varied course with magnificent vi..

November 2024

The Wiler Autumn Run will take place on November 2, 2024, celebrating its 40th edition. Participants can choose between various distances: a 17 km run, a 10 km run, and a 10 km Nordic Walking. The routes lead through the picturesque, colorful forests south of Wil.The event offers a pleasant atmosphe..

The Kyburglauf will take place in Illnau-Effretikon on Saturday 9 November 2024. You can run between 5 and 21 kilometers.

The Saint-Martin Trail is a running event that takes place on November 9 and 10, 2024, with registrations opening on October 1, 2024. This 11 km trail runs through the communes of Les Bois and Le Noirmont, allowing participants to discover the Franco-Montagnard farms and taste traditional Jura dishe..

The Pavement Race, which will take place on November 30, 2024, in La Neuveville, is a major sporting event in Switzerland. This 29th edition offers several events, including a 7.5 km time trial, a 24 km trail run, youth races, and a costumed witch race. Participants can register online or on-site, w..

December 2024

The Startschuss 50-Trail-100 Ultra will take place in Nidau on Saturday 7 December 2024. You can run 50 kilometers.

The Trail des Châteaux - Sion will take place in Sion on Saturday 14 December 2024. You can run 33 kilometers.

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The Course de Noël - Sion will take place in Sion on Saturday 14 December 2024. You can run between 5 and 32 kilometers.

The Fribourg by Night Trail is a nighttime running race that will take place for its 9th edition on December 14, 2024. Participants will cover a 32 km route with a positive elevation gain of 1000 meters, mostly on paths and trails, through the city of Fribourg and its surroundings. The event emphasi..

March 2025

The Trail Run Evasion Rhône is an iconic nature race that takes place along the banks of the Rhône River, connecting Geneva to Dardagny. For its 22nd edition, scheduled for March 9, 2024, participants can choose from several courses: 48 km, 24 km, 15 km, and 8 km, suitable for solo runners, relay te..

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 Urban Trail Lausanne is a trail running race that takes place in Lausanne, in the French-speaking part of Switzerland. It offers two courses: one of 18 km with 450 meters of positive elevation gain and another of 31 km with 900 meters of positive elevation gain. The course traverses varied lands..

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 trail running event designed for enthusiasts of running in nature. Located in the stunning landscapes of the Northern Vaud region, it offers four varied courses ranging from 11 to 55 kilometers, allowing participants to push their limits while enjoying breathtaking panorama..

The Bouzerou Trail, scheduled for May 25, 2024, is a running race organized by the Grône Ski Club. This event offers several routes, including the Grand Parcours Follomi Sports and the Petit Parcours, allowing participants to discover cultural and natural sites in the Commune of Grône by following m..

June 2025

The XtraTrail Lavaux will take place in Lutry on Sunday 1 June 2025. You can run between 5 and 50 kilometers.

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