Transalpine Run

Trail Running covering 82.5 km to 258 km with up to 15,320 m D+ in Lenzerheide (Canton of Grisons, Switzerland)

Location

Lenzerheide/Lai, Canton of Grisons, SwitzerlandShow on map(46.7221° N, 9.5590° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +15,320 m

Transalpine Run is an endurance sporting event in Lenzerheide/Lai, Canton of Grisons, CH focused on Trail Running. Key features include Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Lakes & Ponds.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including TAR SOLO (258 km, +15,320 m D+), TAR TEAM (258 km, +15,320 m D+), and RUN2 (82.5 km, +4,440 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 (transalpine-run.com).

Official website

Transalpine Run in Lenzerheide/Lai (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

Mountain Nature & Off-Road Forest Lakes & Ponds High Altitude Relay Multi-Day

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
TAR SOLO	Trail Running	258 km	+15,320 m	375 m - 6,809 m	Loop course	Route & profile
TAR TEAM	Trail Running	258 km	+15,320 m	378 m - 6,812 m	Loop course	Route & profile
RUN2	Trail Running	82.5 km	+4,440 m	381 m - 2,246 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

258 km

Elevation gain

+15,320 m D+

Elevation loss

-15,320 m D-

Altitude range

375 m - 6,809 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

11.9 % / 21.4 %

Course format

Loop course

258 km+15,320 m D+Peak 6,809 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 375 m to 6,809 m above sea level (+15,320 m D+, -15,320 m D-)

Peak: 6,809 m·at 177.2 km·Ø 11.9 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Transalpine Run take place?

Transalpine Run takes place in Lenzerheide/Lai, Canton of Grisons, CH (start area at coordinates 46.7221° N, 9.559° 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 Transalpine Run?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including TAR SOLO (258 km, +15,320 m D+), TAR TEAM (258 km, +15,320 m D+), and RUN2 (82.5 km, +4,440 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Transalpine Run?

The main competition (TAR SOLO over 258 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +15,320 m of elevation gain and -15,320 m of elevation loss, ranging between 375 m and 6,809 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 Transalpine Run?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (transalpine-run.com).