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 Thorberg-Trail will take place in Krauchthal on Saturday 28 March 2026. You can run between 5 and 13 kilometers.

The Jungfrau-Lauberhorn Run will take place in Lauterbrunnen on Sunday 29 March 2026.

April 2026

The Easter Backyard Ultra will take place in Kappel am Albis on Friday 3 April 2026. You can run 7 kilometers.

The Les Courses du Mont-Terrible will take place in Fontenais from Saturday 18 April 2026 to Sunday 19 April 2026.

The Tüfelsschlucht-Berglauf will take place in Hägendorf on Friday 24 April 2026. You can run 8 kilometers.

The Swiss LakeLand Ultra 250 will take place in Greng from Sunday 26 April 2026 to Saturday 2 May 2026. You can run between 125 and 250 kilometers.

May 2026

The Trail Noble-Contrée will take place in Noble-Contrée on Saturday 2 May 2026. You can run between 11 and 27 kilometers.

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The Urschweizer Abendtrail - Nidwalden will take place in Stans on Thursday 7 May 2026. You can run 10 kilometers.

The Stairways to Heaven will take place in Quinto from Saturday 9 May 2026 to Sunday 10 May 2026.

The Urschweizer Abendtrail Schwyz will take place in Ingenbohl on Wednesday 13 May 2026. You can run 10 kilometers.

The Urschweizer Abendtrail - Uri will take place in Uri on Thursday 21 May 2026. You can run 7 kilometers.

The Trail de Bouzerou will take place in Grône on Saturday 23 May 2026.

The Kreuzegg Classic will take place in Bütschwil-Ganterschwil on Saturday 23 May 2026. You can run between 10 and 21 kilometers.

The Swiss Canyon Trail will take place in Val-de-Travers from Friday 29 May 2026 to Sunday 31 May 2026. You can run between 16 and 166 kilometers.

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The Simba Run will take place in Val-de-Ruz on Saturday 30 May 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

The XtraTrail Lavaux will take place in Lutry from Saturday 30 May 2026 to Sunday 31 May 2026. You can run between 5 and 50 kilometers.

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June 2026

The Trail de la Pierre à Voir will take place in Saxon on Saturday 13 June 2026. You can run between 11 and 33 kilometers.

The Aare Lauf / Aare Trail will take place in Aarau on Sunday 14 June 2026. You can run between 10 and 50 kilometers.

The Trail Run Chur will take place in Chur on Sunday 14 June 2026. You can run 6 kilometers.

The Xterra Switzerland will take place in Vallée de la Brévine from Saturday 20 June 2026 to Sunday 21 June 2026. You can run 10 kilometers.