Trail RunningRoad Running

Runthrough Ascona-Locarno

Trail Running and Road Running covering 2 km to 42 km with up to 2,486 m D+ in Ascona (Canton of Ticino, Switzerland)

LocationAscona, Canton of Ticino, SwitzerlandShow on map(46.1545° N, 8.7733° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +2,486 m

Runthrough Ascona-Locarno is an endurance sporting event in Ascona, Canton of Ticino, CH focused on Trail Running and Road Running. Key features include Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, City Run, Kids & Youth Races.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 42 km (42 km, +2,486 m D+), Trail 24 km (24 km, +1,271 m D+), Vertical Stair (3 km, +223 m D+), and Kids Race (2 km, +14 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (runthrough.co.uk).

Official website
Runthrough Ascona-Locarno in Ascona (Work: "Lake Geneva from Lavaux", Photo: Zacharie Grossen, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Lake Geneva from Lavaux" · Photo: Zacharie Grossen · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

MountainNature & Off-RoadCity RunKids & Youth RacesBridges & Viaducts

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 42 kmTrail Running42 km+2,486 m201 m - 1,580 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 24 kmTrail Running24 km+1,271 m201 m - 1,254 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Vertical StairTrail Running3 km+223 m201 m - 378 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Kids RaceRoad Running2 km+14 m210 m - 216 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42 km
Elevation gain
+2,486 m D+
Elevation loss
-2,486 m D-
Altitude range
201 m - 1,580 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
11.8 % / 35 %
Course format
Loop course
42 km+2,486 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS46.1700° N, 8.7993° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 201 m to 1,580 m above sea level (+2,486 m D+, -2,486 m D-)

Peak: 1,580 m·at 24.3 km·Ø 11.8 %
201 m661 m1,120 m1,580 m0 km8.4 km16.8 km25.2 km33.6 km42 km1,580 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Runthrough Ascona-Locarno take place?

Runthrough Ascona-Locarno takes place in Ascona, Canton of Ticino, CH (start area at coordinates 46.1545° N, 8.7733° E). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Runthrough Ascona-Locarno?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Trail 42 km (42 km, +2,486 m D+), Trail 24 km (24 km, +1,271 m D+), Vertical Stair (3 km, +223 m D+), and Kids Race (2 km, +14 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Runthrough Ascona-Locarno?

The main competition (Trail 42 km over 42 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,486 m of elevation gain and -2,486 m of elevation loss, ranging between 201 m and 1,580 m above sea level. An interactive course map with a verified 3D GPS track, kilometer markers, and GPX download is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Runthrough Ascona-Locarno?

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