Trail Running Calendar Switzerland 2024-2025

The Barrhorn 3k Skyrace is a unique trail running event held on the highest hiking mountain in the Alps, reaching an elevation of 3,610 meters. Participants tackle a challenging course that includes over 3,000 meters of elevation gain, starting from Turtmann and culminating at the summit of Barrhorn..

The Stierenberglauf will take place in Plaffeien on Friday 1 August 2025.

The Bärner Bärgloufcup will take place in Köniz from Monday 4 August 2025 to Friday 8 August 2025.

The Madrisa Trail Klosters, taking place in August 2024 in Klosters, Graubünden, offers trail running in its purest form. The event includes several courses, such as the challenging T54 Trail with 54 km and over 4,000 meters of elevation gain, as well as shorter distances like the T33, T24, and T11,..

The St. Moritz Running Festival is a vibrant celebration of running and sports set in the stunning natural landscape of Engadin, Switzerland. The festival features a variety of races, including the Engadiner Sommerlauf, Free Fall Vertical, and events tailored for children and families.Participants c..

The Swiss Alps 100 will take place in Fiesch from Friday 8 August 2025 to Saturday 9 August 2025. You can run between 10 and 161 kilometers.

Sierre-Zinal is an iconic race that takes place in the heart of the Valais Alps, offering a 31 km course with 2200 meters of ascent and 1100 meters of descent. This event attracts runners from around the world thanks to its spectacular landscapes and friendly atmosphere. The meticulous organization ..

The Waldstattlauf, held annually in August in the picturesque Appenzellerland, is a traditional running event that attracts around 1,000 participants. It features a variety of race options, including walking, children's races, family sprints, and relay events. The highlight is the Säntis Panoramalau..

The Runthrough Trails Engelberg will take place in Engelberg on Friday 22 August 2025. You can run between 25 and 100 kilometers.

The Matterhorn Ultraks is an annual trail running event held in Zermatt, Switzerland, since 2012. Scheduled for August, the event features various race categories, including the Sky, Extreme, Mountain, and Active trails, catering to different skill levels. The routes are designed to provide spectacu..

The Rottenlauf is a picturesque 13 km run in Switzerland that takes participants from Reckingen to Oberwald. The route includes 356 meters of elevation gain and offers an impressive view of the green landscape of Obergoms. The run starts at the Blinnen Bridge in Reckingen and ends at the sports hall..

The Churfirsten Trail Run is an exciting running event taking place from August 29 to 31, 2025, in Wildhaus SG. The event offers various courses for all age groups and skill levels, including the challenging CT43 Marathon over 43 km, the CT25 Panorama Trail, and the CT14 Klang Trail for beginners. P..

The Cressier - Chaumont will take place in Neuchâtel on Saturday 30 August 2025.

The "Trails du Besso" is an extreme alpine running event set in the stunning Val d'Anniviers region of Switzerland, featuring two main trails: the Trail du Besso, which spans 55.8 km with an elevation gain of 5,375 meters, and the Tour du Roc, covering 25.5 km with a 2,230-meter elevation gain. Part..

The Weissensteinlauf is an annual running event that features various categories, including a mountain run, walking, a panoramic trail, and a race for youngsters. The mountain run covers a distance of 14.3 km with an elevation gain of 1047 meters, while the walking event spans 11.4 km with an elevat..

The Ultra Tour Monte Rosa is a challenging 100-mile (170 km) ultra trail race set against the stunning backdrop of the Monte Rosa massif in the Alps. Scheduled for early September 2025, participants can choose between a single-day ultra or a four-day stage race, catering to various skill levels. The..

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 Arosa Trailrun is a challenging trail running event taking place on September 13, 2025. Participants can choose from four different routes, characterized by impressive landscapes, steep climbs, and breathtaking summit experiences. The distances range from 15 to over 54 kilometers, with each rout..

The Maloja Seelauf is a scenic 16 km trail running event around the beautiful Silsersee, designed for runners of all levels, from beginners to experienced trail runners. Participants can enjoy the stunning landscapes while either running solo or in a team relay format. The event features various ame..

Wildstrubel by UTMB is an exhilarating running event set in the stunning landscapes of the Swiss Alps, specifically between the cantons of Bern and Valais. Participants can expect breathtaking views of the Valais’ towering peaks and meticulously maintained mountain pastures. The event features multi..