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THP Winter
Saint-Étienne-les-Orgues, France
November 21, 2026 to November 22, 2026Date confirmed
100 km70 km45 km29 km+5
High AltitudeForest+8
CHRunning Territory & Spot
Runs & Courses in Races in Alps: Trails, Road Races & Events
90 verified events (36 confirmed dates) and 375 races in Races in Alps with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events9036 confirmed dates
Competitions375Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 225.8 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+5,760 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: Zacharie Grossen · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Zürcher Silvesterlauf Marathon
Zurich, Switzerland
December 13, 2026Date confirmed
84.8 km48 km30 km25.5 km+1
City RunCulture & History+4
Photo: Chris Brown · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier
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: Nature act · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Le Grand Prix de Berne
Bern, Switzerland
May 15, 2027Date confirmed
16 km4.7 km
Kids & Youth RacesCity Run+1
Photo: Athetics123 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
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
Photo: Syced · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTriathlonIronman Series
Ironman 70.3 Switzerland
Rapperswil-Jona, Switzerland
June 6, 2027Date confirmed
113 km
Lakes & PondsNature & Off-Road+2
Photo: Nature act · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningRoad Running
Aare Lauf / Aare Trail
Aarau, Switzerland
June 13, 2027Date confirmed
50.6 km30.6 km21.1 km10 km
RelayNature & Off-Road+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | THP Winter | Saint-Étienne-les-Orgues, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, FR | Trail RunningOther Disciplines | 100 km70 km45 km29 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 13, 2026 | Zürcher Silvesterlauf Marathon | Zurich, Canton of Zurich, CH | Road Running | 84.8 km48 km30 km25.5 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 15, 2027 | Le Grand Prix de Berne | Bern, Canton of Bern, CH | Road Running | 16 km4.7 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 6, 2027 | Ironman 70.3 Switzerland | Rapperswil-Jona, Canton of St. Gallen, CH | Triathlon | 113 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 13, 2027 | Schweizer Frauenlauf Bern | Bern, Canton of Bern, CH | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km |
| Jun 26, 2027 | Swissman Xtreme Triathlon | Ascona, Canton of Ticino, CH | Triathlon | 225.8 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 |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running territory of Races in Alps (Europe, Alps, Switzerland) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 90 public events and 375 individual races, including 36 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include Saint-Étienne-les-Orgues, Zurich, St. Gallen, and Bern. Notable events in the selection include THP Winter, Zürcher Silvesterlauf Marathon, and Zurich Marathon.
Race distances span from 0.5 km to 225.8 km, reaching up to +5,760 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Alps includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Races in Alps?
RunningCompass currently lists 90 verified events with 375 individual races in Races in Alps. A total of 36 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include THP Winter, Zürcher Silvesterlauf Marathon, and Zurich Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Alps?
Events in Races in Alps focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 0.5 km entry-level races up to 225.8 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Saint-Étienne-les-Orgues, Zurich, St. Gallen, and Bern.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Alps?
The most selective courses in Races in Alps climb up to +5,760 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Races in Alps?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.