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Capra Challenge Night
Geneva, Switzerland
December 9, 2026Date confirmed
8 km
Nature & Off-RoadNight Run+1
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Trail Running in Switzerland
81 verified events with 263 individual races (36 confirmed dates) in Switzerland complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events8136 confirmed dates
Competitions263Races & courses
Distances5.4 - 250 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+18,000 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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SOLA Relay Zurich
Zurich, Switzerland
May 22, 2027Date confirmed
114 km
City RunRelay+3
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La Course Montreux-les Rochers-de-Naye
Montreux, Switzerland
June 5, 2027 to June 6, 2027Date confirmed
42 km18.4 km9.2 km5.4 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+3
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Aare Lauf / Aare Trail
Aarau, Switzerland
June 13, 2027Date confirmed
50.6 km30.6 km21.1 km10 km
RelayNature & Off-Road+1
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Aletsch Half-Marathon
Fieschertal, Switzerland
June 26, 2027 to June 27, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km
Culture & HistorySnow+3
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Bernina Ultraks Official
Pontresina, Switzerland
July 2, 2027 to July 3, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km30 km16 km6.5 km
High AltitudeMountain+4
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Gornergrat Zermatt Marathon
Zermatt, Switzerland
July 3, 2027Date confirmed
45.6 km42.2 km21.9 km21.1 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+4
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Eiger Ultra-Trail by UTMB
Grindelwald, Switzerland
July 14, 2027 to July 18, 2027Date confirmed
250 km101 km51 km35 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 9, 2026 | Capra Challenge Night | Geneva, Canton of Geneva, CH | Trail Running | 8 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2027 | SOLA Relay Zurich | Zurich, Canton of Zurich, CH | Trail Running | 114 km |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 5, 2027 - Jun 6, 2027 | La Course Montreux-les Rochers-de-Naye | Montreux, Canton of Vaud, CH | Trail Running | 42 km18.4 km9.2 km5.4 km |
| Jun 13, 2027 | Aare Lauf / Aare Trail | Aarau, Canton of Aargau, CH | Trail RunningRoad Running | 50.6 km30.6 km21.1 km10 km |
| Jun 26, 2027 - Jun 27, 2027 | Aletsch Half-Marathon | Fieschertal, Canton of Valais, CH | Trail Running | 21.1 km |
July 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2, 2027 - Jul 3, 2027 | Bernina Ultraks Official | Pontresina, Canton of Grisons, CH | Trail Running | 42.2 km30 km16 km6.5 km |
| Jul 3, 2027 | Gornergrat Zermatt Marathon | Zermatt, Canton of Valais, CH | Trail RunningRoad Running | 45.6 km42.2 km21.9 km21.1 km |
| Jul 14, 2027 - Jul 18, 2027 | Eiger Ultra-Trail by UTMB | Grindelwald, Canton of Bern, CH | Trail Running | 250 km101 km51 km35 km |
| Jul 16, 2027 - Jul 17, 2027 | Engadin Ultra Trail | Samedan, Canton of Grisons, CH | Trail Running | 102.9 km53.6 km22.7 km16 km |
| Jul 23, 2027 - Jul 24, 2027 | Davos X-Trails | Davos, Canton of Grisons, CH | Trail Running | 86 km42.9 km23 km |
August 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 7, 2027 | Glacier 3000 Run | Saanen-Gstaad, Canton of Bern, CH | Trail RunningNordic Walking | 26.2 km6.2 km |
| Aug 7, 2027 | Sierre Zinal the race of the five 4000s | Siders, Canton of Valais, CH | Trail Running | 31 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Off-road running on singletrack, forest paths, and alpine ridges, spanning short discovery trails to high-mountain ultra-trails. Trail running is defined by elevation gain, technical terrain, and natural landscapes across forest singletrack, coastal cliffs, and mountain passes. In this Trail Running in Switzerland directory, RunningCompass curates 81 events comprising 263 individual races, including 36 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 5.4 km to 250 km and elevation gains up to +18,000 m. Key host locations include Geneva, Zurich, Montreux, Aarau. Notable events in this selection include Capra Challenge Night, SOLA Relay Zurich, La Course Montreux-les Rochers-de-Naye.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Trail Running in Switzerland?
This overview currently includes 81 verified events featuring 263 individual races. Of these, 36 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 45 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Trail Running in Switzerland?
Races in this selection span distances of 5.4 km to 250 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +18,000 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, Nordic Walking.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Trail Running in Switzerland?
Top host locations include Geneva, Zurich, Montreux, Aarau, Fieschertal. Representative events in the catalog include Capra Challenge Night, SOLA Relay Zurich, La Course Montreux-les Rochers-de-Naye, Aare Lauf / Aare Trail. Off-road running on singletrack, forest paths, and alpine ridges, spanning short discovery trails to high-mountain ultra-trails.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Trail Running in Switzerland?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 263 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.