Trails in the Canton of Neuchâtel

Between Lake Neuchâtel, the cliffs of the Creux-du-Van and the wooded pastures of the Jura, trail running in the canton of Neuchâtel unfolds in settings that change at every turn 🌲. The vineyard paths along the lake give way to the gorges of the Val-de-Travers, then to the ridges of the Neuchâtel Mountains, where the paths wind between fir trees, rocks and isolated farms. The canton is small, but its terrain offers races for every taste, from an introductory course to an event that makes you think twice before signing up.

The Swiss Canyon Trail takes you into the heart of the Val-de-Travers, land of the green fairy 🧚, with gorges, waterfalls and steep trails that demand attention with every stride. The Course du Doubs starts in Les Brenets, on the banks of the Doubs, and runs along natural paths in the Mountains region, between forests and pastures ⛰️. Two races, two atmospheres, two ways to savor the Neuchâtel Jura.

To prepare well for these trails, work on short climbs and technical descents, as the gorges and rocky paths demand vigilance 🍃. Alternate long runs in the forest, hill sessions and active walking on the steepest sections. At altitude, the weather changes quickly: slip a light jacket into your pack, even in summer ☀️. To take it up a notch, check out the mountain races in the canton of Neuchâtel and the ultra-trails in the canton of Neuchâtel, which extend the adventure with longer formats.

The Neuchâtel trail calendar is concentrated mainly from spring to summer 🏃. To widen your playground, take a look at the Vaud trails, the Bernese trails or all the trails in Switzerland and find your next race on the trails of the Jura. Between lake, gorges and ridges, every start promises a great day outdoors.