Marathons in the Canton of Schwyz

Bordered by the cantons of Zurich, Lucerne, Uri and St. Gallen, the canton of Schwyz occupies an ideal central position for traveling runners. The train stations of Arth-Goldau and Pfäffikon connect most Swiss cities in under an hour 🚉. Lake Zurich unfolds its shores to the west, and the hills of Einsiedeln create gentler terrain to the east.

To prepare for a marathon in the canton of Schwyz, long runs find their place between Pfäffikon, Lachen and Altendorf, along the lakeside paths. The back roads around the Sihlsee make it possible to string together 30 km without meeting many cars. Spring and autumn remain the most favorable seasons, with cool temperatures and a soft light over the lake 🌤️. The climbs around Einsiedeln add just the right amount of elevation to build strength. Makeshift refreshment stops are easy to find in the small villages, where public fountains abound. The most pleasant runs start early in the morning, before the lake fills up with walkers, sailboats and paddleboards.

No Schwyz marathon is listed yet in the Finishers marathon calendar, but the neighbors put on a great show. The Zurich Marathon opens the season in April, between the old town and the lakeshore 🏃. In Lucerne, the SwissCityMarathon Lucerne starts in October at the foot of Mount Pilatus. In Winterthur, the Winterthur Marathon offers a friendly format in May. To go further, check out the marathons in the canton of Zurich, those in the canton of Lucerne or the Marathons in Switzerland page.

In 1315, the Confederates won the battle of Morgarten on the canton's border, a founding victory 🏰. After the effort, a grilled cervelat with a piece of bread restores your reserves 😋. First marathon or record chase, choose the starting line that suits you 🎯.