Trail running in Switzerland

11 mountain destinations in Switzerland offer trail running on Alpe Match, mainly in summer and autumn. Compare them by altitude, season and price level, and see the services available in each destination.

11 destinations compared

DestinationVillage altitudeMax altitudeHiking trailsSeasonPrice levelServices
Pontresina
Canton of Grisons
1,805 m4,049 m580 kmSpring, Summer, Autumn–1
Verbier
Canton of Valais
1,490 m3,330 m500 kmSummer, Autumn€€€€1
Laax
Graubünden
1,016 m3,018 m250 kmSpring, Summer, Autumn–1
Arosa
Canton of Graubünden
1,775 m2,980 m200 kmSummer, Autumn––
Champéry
Wallis
1,055 m2,254 m800 kmSummer, Autumn––
Davos
Canton of Grisons
1,560 m3,146 m700 kmSummer, Autumn––
Hasliberg
Canton of Bern
1,082 m2,534 m350 kmSummer, Autumn––
Leukerbad
Swiss Alps
1,400 m2,998 m200 kmSummer, Autumn––
Stoos
Schwyz
1,246 m1,935 m340 kmSummer, Autumn––
Zermatt
Valais
1,620 m3,899 m400 kmSummer, Autumn€€€€–
Grindelwald & Wengen
Canton of Bern
1,034 m2,500 m300 kmSummer, Autumn–1
Compare Pontresina, Verbier, Laax

Trail running in each destination

Laax

Graubünden, Switzerland
Trail Running
  • Laax Trail Running NetworkSpring, Summer, Autumn

    An extensive network of marked trails specifically designed and maintained for trail running enthusiasts. Routes vary in length and elevation, from gentle forest paths to challenging alpine ascents, offering…

Full guide to Laax

Frequently asked questions

Where can you go trail running in Switzerland?

Pontresina, Verbier, Laax, Arosa, Champéry and Davos, among 11 destinations offer trail running according to Alpe Match data.

When is the season for trail running?

Based on the services listed in each destination, trail running is mainly available in summer and autumn. Dates vary every year: check with local operators.

Which trail running destination reaches the highest altitude in Switzerland?

Pontresina, with a maximum altitude of 4,049 m.

Trail running in Switzerland: 11 destinations compared | Alpe Match