Running Races in the Canton of Lucerne

Between Lake Lucerne, the Reuss and the shores of Lake Sempach, running races in the canton of Lucerne are organized around the old town, the quays and country roads 🏃. The canton is compact, which means you can chain several formats together over the season without spending hours on the road to reach a start line. The courses alternate between straight stretches along the water, cobbled lanes and country roads, offering plenty of variety throughout the season.

The SwissCityMarathon Lucerne takes runners through the center of Lucerne, past wooden bridges, quays and monuments 🌉. On the program: a marathon, a half marathon and a 10 km, with the atmosphere of a big community celebration in the fall. Families come together here too, with a section designed for children 🎈.

In spring, the Sempacherseelauf takes over in Sursee, on the shores of Lake Sempach, with a 5 km, a 10 km and a half marathon 🍃. The short format suits beginners, while the half marathon attracts runners chasing a time. To aim higher, look to the neighbors: the Zurich Marathon attracts fans of big-city races 🏅. Alternate long runs at an easy pace with short interval sessions to arrive sharp at each of these events. The cheers of the crowd at the finish line make for a great memory.

The Lucerne running race calendar fills up mostly in spring and fall ☀️. To round out your season, check out the 10 km races in the canton of Lucerne, the half marathons in the canton of Lucerne and the running races in Switzerland, before choosing the format that suits you. Whether you're aiming for a first bib or a new personal record, the roads of Lucerne help you improve season after season, whether you're a local or coming from further afield.