Trail RunningNordic Walking

Glacier 3000 Run

Trail Running and Nordic Walking covering 6.2 km to 26.2 km with up to 2,015 m D+ in Saanen (Canton of Bern, Switzerland)

LocationSaanen-Gstaad, Canton of Bern, SwitzerlandShow on map(46.4897° N, 7.2617° E)
Date & StatusAugust 7, 2027Date confirmed
First edition2008
Elevation gainUp to +2,015 m

Glacier 3000 Run is an endurance sporting event in Saanen-Gstaad, Canton of Bern, CH focused on Trail Running and Nordic Walking. First held in 2008, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. Key features include Snow, Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Trail 26.2 km (26.2 km, +2,015 m D+), Trail 26.2 km (Relay) (26.2 km, +2,015 m D+), and Nordic Walking 6.2 km (6.2 km, +104 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for August 7, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (glacier3000run.ch).

Official website
Glacier 3000 Run in Saanen-Gstaad (Work: "Snowshoe Trail", Photo: D Delang, License: CC0 1.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Snowshoe Trail" · Photo: D Delang · Wikimedia CommonsCC0 1.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP

Event characteristics

SnowNature & Off-RoadMountainHigh AltitudeRelay

Races & distances (3)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 26.2 kmTrail Running26.2 km+2,015 m1,051 m - 1,897 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 26.2 km (Relay)Trail Running26.2 km+2,015 m1,054 m - 1,900 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Nordic Walking 6.2 kmNordic Walking6.2 km+104 m1,057 m - 1,101 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
26.2 km
Elevation gain
+2,015 m D+
Elevation loss
-2,015 m D-
Altitude range
1,051 m - 1,897 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
15.4 % / 27.7 %
Course format
Loop course
26.2 km+2,015 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N510152025FS46.4897° N, 7.2617° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,051 m to 1,897 m above sea level (+2,015 m D+, -2,015 m D-)

Peak: 1,897 m·at 16.5 km·Ø 15.4 %
1,051 m1,333 m1,615 m1,897 m0 km5.2 km10.5 km15.7 km21 km26.2 km1,897 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Glacier 3000 Run take place?

Glacier 3000 Run takes place in Saanen-Gstaad, Canton of Bern, CH (start area at coordinates 46.4897° N, 7.2617° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for August 7, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Glacier 3000 Run?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Trail 26.2 km (26.2 km, +2,015 m D+), Trail 26.2 km (Relay) (26.2 km, +2,015 m D+), and Nordic Walking 6.2 km (6.2 km, +104 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Nordic Walking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Glacier 3000 Run?

The main competition (Trail 26.2 km over 26.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,015 m of elevation gain and -2,015 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,051 m and 1,897 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Glacier 3000 Run?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (glacier3000run.ch).