Ultra-Trails in the canton of Fribourg

For now, ultra-trails in the canton of Fribourg remain rare on the calendar, but the Fribourg Prealps offer a first-rate training ground 🏔️. Between the Moléson, the Berra and the ridges of the Gruyère, the trails string together long climbs, technical descents and forest sections, exactly what you need to get your legs used to prolonged effort. The canton is bilingual, which gives the races in the region a unique atmosphere, blending French-Swiss conviviality with Swiss-German rigor.

To prepare for a format of more than 80 km, start with the canton's big outings. The Ultra Montée de la Berra shows its colors right in its name, with an ascent that demands patience, and the Gruyère Trail Charmey teaches you to manage the slopes of the Gruyère over several hours 🧀. These races serve as a dress rehearsal before moving on to the really long distances. Plan for at least two or three months of specific preparation, with long runs on two consecutive days to simulate fatigue and learn to eat while running.

The region's ultras are mostly run in neighboring areas: the Eiger Ultra-Trail by UTMB® in the Bernese Oberland, or the Trail Verbier Saint-Bernard by UTMB® in Valais ⛰️. A good plan is to string together a 40 to 50 km trail in the Prealps, then aim for a longer format. Take care of your nutrition and test your pack in real conditions: over 80 km, every detail counts 🎒.

The canton's ultra-trail calendar may grow over time. In the meantime, check out the ultra-trails in Switzerland, the Bernese ultra-trails and the Vaud ultra-trails, or stay in the canton with the trails in the canton of Fribourg to build your fitness out on the trails 🏃. Ultra-trails are prepared over several months, so get a head start, go at your own pace and let the canton of Fribourg become your playground to build that solid base.