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Lucerne

Lucerne Marathon

Lakeside roads beneath the Alps, medieval bridges, a finish in the old town.

Next edition

2027 · Date TBA · expected Oct 2027

Where

🇨🇭 Lucerne, Switzerland

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2027 edition

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Race day

TBA

Date TBA · expected Oct 2027

Ballot
Distance
Marathon
Course
Rolling
Climb
110 m
Entry
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About

The race

The Lucerne Marathon offers a spectacular running experience in the heart of Switzerland, surrounded by mountains and the beautiful waters of Lake Lucerne. The course takes runners through the charming old town with its medieval bridges and colorful buildings before continuing along scenic lakeside roads. Participants enjoy stunning views of the surrounding Alpine landscape throughout the race. The finish takes place near the city center, creating an exciting atmosphere for runners and spectators. Combining breathtaking scenery, historic architecture, and excellent organization, the Lucerne Marathon is widely considered one of the most picturesque marathons in Europe.

Location

Lucerne, Switzerland

Europe · typically 11°C (51°F) on race day

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Ballot, charity and tour places

Getting in

  • Ballot

    Entries are drawn at random from everyone who applies.

  • Charity place

    CharityRun 10KM: register as a runner in this special category; CHF 30 of the entry fee goes directly to The Human Safety Net Switzerland foundation.

    Details
  • Tour operator package

    Book your starting place for the marathon or half marathon online through one of the organizer's travel partners (World's Marathon, RunFun Travel).

  • Other

    Regular online registration for SwissCityMarathon – Lucerne; donation option available during registration

Ballot

Dates not announced
  1. Ballot opens

    TBA

  2. Ballot closes

    TBA

  3. Draw

    TBA

  4. Results

    TBA

Charity places

  • The Human Safety Net Switzerland

    Fundraising target on request

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