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.

The Swiss LakeLand Ultra 250 will take place in Greng on Sunday 29 March 2026. You can run 248 kilometers.

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April 2026

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.

May 2026

The Trail Noble-Contrée will take place in Noble-Contrée on Saturday 2 May 2026. You can run between 10 and 27 kilometers.

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

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

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.

The Simba Run will take place in Val-de-Ruz on Saturday 30 May 2026.

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.

July 2026

The Crossing Switzerland will take place in Montreux from Sunday 19 July 2026 to Monday 27 July 2026. You can run between 390 and 390 kilometers.

The Montreux Trail Festival will take place in Montreux from Saturday 25 July 2026 to Monday 27 July 2026. You can run between 8 and 390 kilometers.

March 2027

The Ovronnalpski will take place in Leytron on Sunday 14 March 2027.