The Zurich Marathon features a scenic loop course that takes runners through the heart of Switzerland's largest city and surrounding regions. The route combines urban streets with lakeside paths along Lake Zurich (Zürichsee), offering views of the Alps and charming Swiss countryside. The course is relatively flat with gentle rolling hills, making it accessible while remaining engaging.
Spring weather in Zurich brings mild temperatures ideal for marathon running. Expect cool mornings and pleasantly warm afternoons with occasional Alpine breezes and a moderate chance of light rain.
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The Zurich Marathon was founded in 1981, during the golden age of mass-participation running. Now 45 years old, it has established itself as a beloved fixture in Zurich, growing from its early editions into a race with genuine character and loyal following.
The course record of 02:07:24, set by Haile Gebrselassie in 2012, speaks to what the Zurich Marathon offers elite athletes: a fast, honest course where serious times are achievable. The record has drawn increasingly competitive fields year after year.
The Zurich Marathon route is one of those courses where runners forget their pace and reach for their phones. The scenery through Zurich and its surroundings has earned this race a reputation as one of the most photogenic in Europe.
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02:07:24
Haile Gebrselassie (2012)
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