Zermatt Marathon

The Zermatt Marathon is an iconic mountain running event held annually in July. Known for its challenging course, it starts in St. Niklaus (1,116m) and culminates at Riffelberg (2,585m) with the full marathon route (42.195 km) including a significant elevation gain of almost 2,000 meters. The 'Ultra' version extends to Gornergrat (3,089m). Runners are rewarded with spectacular views of the Matterhorn throughout the race. It attracts serious endurance athletes and offers various categories for different fitness levels. Registration typically opens months in advance and fills up quickly.