Muttenzer Herbstlauf 2027

In Muttenz, at the gates of Basel, the Muttenzer Herbstlauf awaits you with a road race that smells of nature, vineyards and old stones 🍇.

Here, you alternate between forest, quiet paths and wine-growing landscapes. No reason to turn your nose up at grapes when they're reaching out to you! 🌲

As for formats, there's a place for everyone. There's the Kinder- & Familienlauf for little ones and their parents, the Jugend race for juniors, the Jogging for running at your own pace and the Hauptlauf for those who want to take on a real challenge 🏃.

Once your bib is put away, stay in the area, because Muttenz has plenty to take you off the beaten track. Here are four ideas to extend your day:

1. Walk up to the Wartenberg castles, medieval ruins perched above the village, with a beautiful view over the valley. Your legs might say "again?", but the panorama is worth the effort 🏰.

2. Go through the historic centre and its fortified Church of St. Arbogast, a rare gem surrounded by defensive walls. It's a real history lesson, with no stopwatch.

3. Hop on a tram to Basel, about twenty minutes away. You can stroll along the Rhine and admire the cathedral (the Münster), then treat yourself to a well-deserved drink on a terrace 🍻.

4. If you like ancient remains, head to Augusta Raurica, in Augst, the best-preserved Roman city in Switzerland, with its theatre and ruins. Your medal will rub shoulders with centuries of history, and that's a great warm-up for your curiosity!

So lace up your sneakers, come with your family or friends, and make this weekend a mix of strides, culture and good times.