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
CHRegional Running Calendar
Running Calendar Races in Canton of St. Gallen: Races, Trails & Competitions
12 verified events (11 confirmed dates) and 43 races in Races in Canton of St. Gallen with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events1211 confirmed dates
Competitions43Races & courses
Distances0.9 - 300 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+3,300 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Ximonic (Simo Räsänen) · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
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: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad CyclingGravel Biking
Bodensee Radmarathon
Thal SG, Switzerland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
300 km220 km150 km120 km+2
City RunNature & Off-Road+3
Photo: Nature act · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Frauenfelder Marathon and Military March
Frauenfeld, Switzerland
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km
City RunCulture & History
Photo: Ximonic (Simo Räsänen) · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Basel City Run
Basel, Switzerland
November 21, 2026Date confirmed
7.5 km5.5 km
City RunFestive
Photo: Deniev Dagun · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWorld Athletics Label
Course de l'Escalade
Geneva, Switzerland
December 6, 2026Date confirmed
7.32 km4.82 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+2
Photo: Jonathan Beech · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Capra Challenge Night
Geneva, Switzerland
December 9, 2026Date confirmed
8 km
Nature & Off-RoadNight Run+1
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
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
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 |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 6, 2027 | Ironman 70.3 Switzerland | Rapperswil-Jona, Canton of St. Gallen, CH | Triathlon | 113 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Bodensee Radmarathon | Thal SG, Canton of St. Gallen, CH | Road CyclingGravel Biking | 300 km220 km150 km120 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 |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Canton of St. Gallen (Switzerland, Canton of St. Gallen) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 43 individual races, including 11 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Walking & Hiking, and Triathlon. Key host locations include St. Gallen, Rapperswil-Jona, Thal SG, and Frauenfeld. Notable events in the selection include St. Gallen Marathon, Ironman 70.3 Switzerland, and Bodensee Radmarathon.
Race distances span from 0.9 km to 300 km, reaching up to +3,300 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Canton of St. Gallen 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 St. Gallen?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 43 individual races in Races in Canton of St. Gallen. 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 St. Gallen Marathon, Ironman 70.3 Switzerland, and Bodensee Radmarathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Canton of St. Gallen?
Events in Races in Canton of St. Gallen focus on Road Running, Walking & Hiking, and Triathlon. Course distances range from 0.9 km entry-level races up to 300 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include St. Gallen, Rapperswil-Jona, Thal SG, and Frauenfeld.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Canton of St. Gallen?
The most selective courses in Races in Canton of St. Gallen climb up to +3,300 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 St. Gallen?
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.