Trail Running Calendar Switzerland 2025-2026

Switzerland is a paradise for trail running enthusiasts, and the trail running calendar for 2025-2026 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 Nocturne des Loups is a thrilling trail running event set to take place in Le Sentier, Vaud, on February 7, 2025. This fourth edition promises an exhilarating experience, combining the excitement of running with the unique atmosphere of a nighttime race. Participants can expect a challenging cou..

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 (RER) is an exciting trail running event that takes participants on a scenic journey along the banks of the Rhône River, through natural reserves, and over the picturesque hills of Geneva. Scheduled for March 8, 2025, this event features various race formats, including di..

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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 an exciting trail running event set in the picturesque city of Lausanne, Switzerland. Participants can choose from three distances: 10 km with a 200m elevation gain, 18 km with 450m, and a challenging 31 km route featuring 900m of elevation gain. The course showcases the ..

The Thorberg-Trail is an exciting running event held in Krauchthal, featuring diverse terrain that caters to both flat and mountain runners. Participants can choose from a main trail of 13 kilometers with 500 meters of elevation gain, a shorter 5-kilometer trail with 150 meters of elevation, and var..

The Cross des Tilleuls is a running event organized by the Cross Club Nidau, set to take place in Bienne, Bern, on March 29, 2025. This event features various races, including children's races in the morning and adult races in the afternoon. Participants can choose from a 5 km course, a 10.7 km race..

The Männedörfler Waldlauf is a scenic running event held in Männedorf, featuring a beautiful forest route with panoramic views of Lake Zurich and the Alps. Participants can choose from various distances, including an 11.5 km main race, a 5.3 km fun run, and shorter categories for youth and kids. The..

The Lake Züri 100 is a challenging 106-kilometer ultra-trail run that takes place along the scenic hills surrounding Lake Zurich. The event starts and finishes at Albisguetli in Zurich, attracting around 180 participants each year at the end of March. Organized by experienced runners, the event emph..

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.

Les Courses du Mont-Terrible is a trail running event taking place in Fontenais, Jura, on April 12-13, 2025. This event features a variety of race categories, accommodating participants of different ages and skill levels, including distances ranging from 0.4 km for young children to 106 km for exper..

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The Tüfelsschlucht-Berglauf is a mountain running event taking place in Hägendorf, Switzerland, as part of the Jura-Top-Tour. The event features various categories, including a main race for participants aged 18 to 70, a walking event, and a children's race. The main race covers a distance of 8 km w..

The Colombettes Trail, taking place on April 26, 2025, in Vuadens, Fribourg, is an exciting trail running event designed for nature enthusiasts of all levels. Participants can choose from three distinct courses: a 15 km route for beginners, a challenging 36 km course for experienced runners, and a 9..

The Lema Trail is a thrilling mountain running event set to take place on April 27, 2025. Participants will race from the charming village of Miglieglia to the summit of Monte Lema, which stands at 1,624 meters. The course features a challenging ascent of 950 meters over a distance of 8 kilometers, ..

May 2025

The Wengi-Berglauf is a popular mountain running event held in Matzendorf, Switzerland. Participants can choose between an 8.0 km run for ages 16-70 and a 7.2 km walking/nordic walking option. The race features a height difference of 445 meters, making it a challenging course for runners and walkers..

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..

The Trail Noble-Contrée event, taking place in Venthône, Valais, features two main running courses. The first is the Course du Bénou, a 10.8 km trail with a positive elevation gain of 350 meters, which runs alongside the Bisse Neuf. Additionally, there is a children's course with various loops tailo..

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The Gempen-Berglauf is an annual mountain running event organized by the Turnverein Dornach. Participants race a distance of 7.8 km with an elevation gain of 426 meters, starting from the Museumskirche in Dornach and finishing at the Gempen lookout tower. The event includes various categories, accom..