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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
CHRegional Running Calendar
Running Calendar Races in Canton of Zurich: Races, Trails & Competitions
6 verified events (4 confirmed dates) and 24 races in Races in Canton of Zurich with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events64 confirmed dates
Competitions24Races & courses
Distances2.6 - 114 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+2,660 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: Zacharie Grossen · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
SOLA Relay Zurich
Zurich, Switzerland
May 22, 2027Date confirmed
114 km
City RunRelay+3
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Greifenseelauf Uster
Uster, Switzerland
September 18, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km5.5 km
City RunFestive
Photo: D Delang · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Winterthur Marathon
Winterthur, Switzerland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+1
City RunNature & Off-Road+3
Photo: Chris Brown · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Neujahrsmarathon Zürich
Schlieren, Switzerland
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+2
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
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 22, 2027 | SOLA Relay Zurich | Zurich, Canton of Zurich, CH | Trail Running | 114 km |
September 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 18, 2027 | Greifenseelauf Uster | Uster, Canton of Zurich, CH | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5.5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Winterthur Marathon | Winterthur, Canton of Zurich, CH | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Neujahrsmarathon Zürich | Schlieren, 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 Zurich (Switzerland, Canton of Zurich) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 6 public events and 24 individual races, including 4 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include Zurich, Uster, Winterthur, and Schlieren. Notable events in the selection include Zürcher Silvesterlauf Marathon, Zurich Marathon, and SOLA Relay Zurich.
Race distances span from 2.6 km to 114 km, reaching up to +2,660 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Canton of Zurich 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 Zurich?
RunningCompass currently lists 6 verified events with 24 individual races in Races in Canton of Zurich. A total of 4 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Zürcher Silvesterlauf Marathon, Zurich Marathon, and SOLA Relay Zurich.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Canton of Zurich?
Events in Races in Canton of Zurich focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 2.6 km entry-level races up to 114 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Zurich, Uster, Winterthur, and Schlieren.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Canton of Zurich?
The most selective courses in Races in Canton of Zurich climb up to +2,660 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 Zurich?
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.