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Lucerne Marathon
Lucerne, Switzerland
October 31, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+4
CHRegional Running Calendar
Running Calendar Races in Canton of Lucerne: Races, Trails & Competitions
12 verified events (11 confirmed dates) and 37 races in Races in Canton of Lucerne with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events1211 confirmed dates
Competitions37Races & courses
Distances4.8 - 84.8 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+520 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Sempacherseelauf
Sursee, Switzerland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunLakes & Ponds
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Frauenfelder Marathon and Military March
Frauenfeld, Switzerland
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km
City RunCulture & History
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Basel City Run
Basel, Switzerland
November 21, 2026Date confirmed
7.5 km5.5 km
City RunFestive
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Course de l'Escalade
Geneva, Switzerland
December 6, 2026Date confirmed
7.32 km4.82 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+2
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Capra Challenge Night
Geneva, Switzerland
December 9, 2026Date confirmed
8 km
Nature & Off-RoadNight Run+1
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Zürcher Silvesterlauf Marathon
Zurich, Switzerland
December 13, 2026Date confirmed
84.8 km48 km30 km25.5 km+1
City RunCulture & History+4
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10 km of Payerne
Payerne, Switzerland
March 7, 2027Date confirmed
10 km5 km
City RunKids & Youth Races+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Sempacherseelauf | Sursee, Canton of Lucerne, CH | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
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 |
| Nov 21, 2026 | Basel City Run | Basel, Canton of Basel-Stadt, CH | Road Running | 7.5 km5.5 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 6, 2026 | Course de l'Escalade | Geneva, Canton of Geneva, CH | Road Running | 7.32 km4.82 km |
| Dec 9, 2026 | Capra Challenge Night | Geneva, Canton of Geneva, CH | Trail Running | 8 km |
| Dec 13, 2026 | Zürcher Silvesterlauf Marathon | Zurich, Canton of Zurich, CH | Road Running | 84.8 km48 km30 km25.5 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 7, 2027 | 10 km of Payerne | Payerne, Canton of Vaud, CH | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km |
| Mar 14, 2027 | Cep Cortaillod Half Marathon | Neuenburg, Canton of Neuchâtel, CH | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km |
| Mar 20, 2027 | Kerzerslauf | Kerzers, Canton of Fribourg, CH | Road Running | 15 km10 km5 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 |
| Apr 24, 2027 - Apr 25, 2027 | 20 km de Lausanne | Lausanne, Canton of Vaud, CH | Road Running | 20 km10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Canton of Lucerne (Switzerland, Canton of Lucerne) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 37 individual races, including 11 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include Lucerne, Sursee, Frauenfeld, and Basel. Notable events in the selection include Lucerne Marathon, Sempacherseelauf, and Frauenfelder Marathon and Military March.
Race distances span from 4.8 km to 84.8 km, reaching up to +520 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Canton of Lucerne 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 Canton of Lucerne?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 37 individual races in Races in Canton of Lucerne. A total of 11 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Lucerne Marathon, Sempacherseelauf, and Frauenfelder Marathon and Military March.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Canton of Lucerne?
Events in Races in Canton of Lucerne focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 4.8 km entry-level races up to 84.8 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Lucerne, Sursee, Frauenfeld, and Basel.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Canton of Lucerne?
The most selective courses in Races in Canton of Lucerne climb up to +520 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 Canton of Lucerne?
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.