Road RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier

Three Countries Run (3 Laenderlauf)

Road Running covering 10 km to 42.2 km in Basel (Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland)

LocationBasel, Canton of Basel-Stadt, SwitzerlandShow on map(47.5596° N, 7.5886° E)
Date & StatusMay 23, 2027Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +190 m

Three Countries Run (3 Laenderlauf) is an endurance sporting event in Basel, Canton of Basel-Stadt, CH focused on Road Running. It is part of Boston Marathon Qualifier. Key features include City Run, Public Park, Kids & Youth Races, Culture & History.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+), and Road Running 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for May 23, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (3laenderlauf.org).

Official website
Three Countries Run (3 Laenderlauf) in Basel (Work: "Hiking trail at Mürren, Bern, Switzerland, 2012 August", Photo: Ximonic (Simo Räsänen), License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Hiking trail at Mürren, Bern, Switzerland, 2012 August" · Photo: Ximonic (Simo Räsänen) · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

City RunPublic ParkKids & Youth RacesCulture & HistoryCross-BorderBridges & ViaductsLandmarks & Monuments

Races & distances (3)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
MarathonRoad Running42.2 km+190 m232 m - 312 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Half MarathonRoad Running21.1 km+95 m235 m - 275 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Road Running 10 kmRoad Running10 km+45 m238 m - 257 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
+190 m D+
Elevation loss
-190 m D-
Altitude range
232 m - 312 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
0.9 % / 1.6 %
Course format
Loop course
42.2 km+190 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS47.5596° N, 7.5886° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 232 m to 312 m above sea level (+190 m D+, -190 m D-)

Peak: 312 m·at 14.3 km·Ø 0.9 %
232 m259 m285 m312 m0 km8.4 km16.9 km25.3 km33.8 km42.2 km312 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Three Countries Run (3 Laenderlauf) take place?

Three Countries Run (3 Laenderlauf) takes place in Basel, Canton of Basel-Stadt, CH (start area at coordinates 47.5596° N, 7.5886° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for May 23, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Three Countries Run (3 Laenderlauf)?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+), and Road Running 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Three Countries Run (3 Laenderlauf)?

The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +190 m of elevation gain and -190 m of elevation loss, ranging between 232 m and 312 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 Three Countries Run (3 Laenderlauf)?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (3laenderlauf.org).