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 Cross des Papillons will take place in Cronay on Sunday 28 September 2025. You can run 12 kilometers.

October 2025

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 36 kilometers.

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

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

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 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 23 kilometers.

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

The Laui-Trail-Run will take place in Reichenburg on Saturday 25 October 2025. You can run between 12 and 21 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 Sunday 2 November 2025. You can run between 24 and 42 kilometers.

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.

The Kyburglauf will take place in Illnau-Effretikon on Saturday 8 November 2025. You can run between 5 and 21 kilometers.

The Course des Pavés will take place in La Neuveville on Saturday 29 November 2025.

December 2025

The Course de Noël - Sion will take place in Sion on Saturday 13 December 2025.

The Fribourg by Night Trail will take place in Freiburg on Saturday 13 December 2025. You can run 32 kilometers.

The Trail des Châteaux - Sion will take place in Sion on Saturday 13 December 2025. You can run between 14 and 32 kilometers.

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February 2026

The Diablerets Trail Blanc will take place in Ormont-Dessus on Saturday 21 February 2026. You can run between 10 and 20 kilometers.

March 2026

The L'Hivernale Sierre-Zinal will take place in Sierre on Saturday 14 March 2026.