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 Helvetia Backyard Blitz will take place in Oberwil-Lieli from Friday 3 October 2025 to Tuesday 7 October 2025.

The Morat-Fribourg will take place in Freiburg from Saturday 4 October 2025 to Sunday 5 October 2025. You can run between 10 and 17 kilometers.

The Claro Pizzo will take place in Bellinzona on Sunday 5 October 2025. You can run 9 kilometers.

The Valser Herbstlauf will take place in Vals on Sunday 5 October 2025.

The Hallwilerseelauf will take place in Beinwil am See on Saturday 11 October 2025. You can run between 5 and 21 kilometers.

The Trail Vallée de Joux will take place in Le Chenit from Saturday 11 October 2025 to Sunday 12 October 2025. You can run between 6 and 68 kilometers.

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The Les Défis des Chalets - Trail d'Agaune will take place in Saint-Maurice on Sunday 12 October 2025. You can run between 12 and 41 kilometers.

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The Napf-Marathon will take place in Trubschachen on Sunday 12 October 2025. You can run between 20 and 42 kilometers.

The Transviamala und Transruinaulta Trailmarathon will take place in Ilanz/Glion from Saturday 18 October 2025 to Sunday 19 October 2025. You can run between 5 and 42 kilometers.

The Cardada Trail will take place in Capriasca on Saturday 18 October 2025. You can run between 13 and 23 kilometers.

The Kilomètre Vertical de Fully will take place in Fully on Saturday 18 October 2025.

The Generoso Trail will take place in Riva San Vitale on Sunday 19 October 2025. You can run 12 kilometers.

The Farnerensturm will take place in Schüpfheim on Sunday 19 October 2025. You can run 8 kilometers.

The Laui-Trail-Run will take place in Reichenburg on Saturday 25 October 2025. You can run between 12 and 21 kilometers.

The Herbstlauf Wila will take place in Wila on Saturday 25 October 2025. You can run 11 kilometers.

The Rundweg Winterthur Ultra will take place in Seuzach on Sunday 26 October 2025. You can run between 42 and 59 kilometers.

The GurtenClassic will take place in Köniz on Sunday 26 October 2025. You can run 15 kilometers.

The RunThrough Trails Ascona-Locarno will take place in Locarno from Friday 31 October 2025 to Saturday 1 November 2025. You can run between 24 and 42 kilometers.

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November 2025

The Wiler-Herbstlauf will take place in Wil on Sunday 2 November 2025. You can run between 10 and 17 kilometers.

The RaceTafari will take place in Saint-Cergue on Saturday 8 November 2025. You can run between 13 and 40 kilometers.