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Frauenfelder Marathon and Military March
Frauenfeld, Switzerland
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km
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Marathons (42.2 km) in Switzerland
15 verified events with 84 individual races (11 confirmed dates) in Switzerland complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events1511 confirmed dates
Competitions84Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 45.6 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,953 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Zurich Marathon
Zurich, Switzerland
April 11, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+1
Photo: Ximonic (Simo Räsänen) · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
St. Gallen Marathon
St. Gallen, Switzerland
May 6, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km6 km+1
City RunNature & Off-Road+3
Photo: Howard N2GOT · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & HikingWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
Geneva Marathon
Geneva, Switzerland
May 8, 2027 to May 9, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
Lakes & PondsMountain+12
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Three Countries Run (3 Laenderlauf)
Basel, Switzerland
May 23, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunPublic Park+5
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Marathon of the 2 Vineyards
Tüscherz, Switzerland
June 26, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km
VineyardsCity Run
Photo: Tiia Monto · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Gornergrat Zermatt Marathon
Zermatt, Switzerland
July 3, 2027Date confirmed
45.6 km42.2 km21.9 km21.1 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+4
Photo: Ricardo Hurtubia from Santiago, Chile · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & HikingBoston Marathon Qualifier
Lausanne Marathon
Lausanne, Switzerland
October 24, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
Charity RunCity Run+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 15, 2026 | Frauenfelder Marathon and Military March | Frauenfeld, Canton of Thurgau, CH | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 11, 2027 | Zurich Marathon | Zurich, Canton of Zurich, CH | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 6, 2027 | St. Gallen Marathon | St. Gallen, Canton of St. Gallen, CH | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km6 km |
| May 8, 2027 - May 9, 2027 | Geneva Marathon | Geneva, Canton of Geneva, CH | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| May 23, 2027 | Three Countries Run (3 Laenderlauf) | Basel, Canton of Basel-Stadt, CH | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 26, 2027 | Marathon of the 2 Vineyards | Tüscherz, Canton of Bern, CH | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
July 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 3, 2027 | Gornergrat Zermatt Marathon | Zermatt, Canton of Valais, CH | Trail RunningRoad Running | 45.6 km42.2 km21.9 km21.1 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 24, 2027 | Lausanne Marathon | Lausanne, Canton of Vaud, CH | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Oct 31, 2027 | Lucerne Marathon | Lucerne, Canton of Lucerne, CH | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Marathon of the Valais Region BCVS | Martigny, Canton of Valais, CH | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Mandement Race | Satigny, Canton of Geneva, CH | Road RunningTrail Running | 42.2 km30 km21.1 km21 km |
| Date to be announced | Winterthur Marathon | Winterthur, Canton of Zurich, CH | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The classic 42.195 km marathon is the flagship road running challenge, rewarding structured preparation and disciplined pacing. Measured asphalt and city courses ranging from fast 5K and 10K races to international half marathons, marathons, and 100K road ultras. In this Marathons (42.2 km) in Switzerland directory, RunningCompass curates 15 events comprising 84 individual races, including 11 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 0.5 km to 45.6 km and elevation gains up to +1,953 m. Key host locations include Frauenfeld, Zurich, St. Gallen, Geneva. Notable events in this selection include Frauenfelder Marathon and Military March, Zurich Marathon, St. Gallen Marathon.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Marathons (42.2 km) in Switzerland?
This overview currently includes 15 verified events featuring 84 individual races. Of these, 11 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 4 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Marathons (42.2 km) in Switzerland?
Races in this selection span distances of 0.5 km to 45.6 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +1,953 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Road Running, Walking & Hiking, Trail Running.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Marathons (42.2 km) in Switzerland?
Top host locations include Frauenfeld, Zurich, St. Gallen, Geneva, Basel. Representative events in the catalog include Frauenfelder Marathon and Military March, Zurich Marathon, St. Gallen Marathon, Geneva Marathon. The classic 42.195 km marathon is the flagship road running challenge, rewarding structured preparation and disciplined pacing.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Marathons (42.2 km) in Switzerland?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 84 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.