Jogging & Trailrunning
Gornergrat Zermatt Marathon
Trail running | hard
The Gornergrat Zermatt Marathon is one of the finest running events in the Alps. Start in St. Niklaus, finish in Zermatt – with the option of racing all the way to the top of the Gornergrat.
Matterhorn Ultraks Trail "Active"
Trail running | easy
This course makes a good introduction to mountain running: 19 km long, with 1,150 vertical metres of ascent and descent. The route leads through the mountains west of Zermatt, over the slopes of the Sunnegga and Gornergrat.
Matterhorn Ultraks Trail "Mountain"
Trail running | medium
This course demands a great deal of effort, even though endurance athletes regard it as “medium” distance. Runners cover a total of 32 km, with ascents and descents of 2,000 vertical metres.
Matterhorn Ultraks Trail "Sky"
Trail running | hard
This race pushes the fittest and toughest endurance athletes to the limit: 49 km long, 3,600 vertical metres of ascent and descent, and plenty of challenging terrain. A contest without mercy for diehard runners.
Matterhorn Ultraks Trail "Vertical"
Trail running | hard
This course represents a thrilling challenge for super-fit runners: 2.3 km long, 655 vertical metres and some tricky terrain. A race for hardened athletes who nonetheless prefer to take care of their joints.
Randa Fitness Trail
Jogging | easy
The fitness trail leads through the forest area along the Wildibach river between Täsch and Randa. The route is shady.
Täschalp Run
Trail running | medium
This open running race has long been popular in Täsch. Combining sport and pleasure, it features a traditional Älplerfest (alpine celebration) on the high pastures at Täschalp.
Zermatt Fitness Trail
Jogging | easy
The fitness trail near Zermatt extends along either side of the Zmuttbach river. It leads along footpaths through woods, over bridges and to pretty, secluded spots.