Course & Elevation

The Lausanne Marathon traces a scenic loop through the city and surrounding Vaud countryside, featuring views of Lake Geneva (Lac Léman) and the Alps. The course combines urban streets with lakeside promenades and gentle rolling hills through vineyards and villages. Well-supported throughout with multiple aid stations and local spectators.

Surface: road Profile: Rolling

🌤️ Weather

Temperature 14°C

Humidity 72%

Rain Chance 35%

Mild autumn conditions with cool mornings and pleasant afternoons. Expect light breezes from the lake and possible scattered showers.

Registration

Registration Opens March

Registration Closes August

Entry Cost CHF 120-150

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🎯 Fun Facts

▸ The marathon starts and finishes at the Olympic Museum in Lausanne, which hosted the 1920 Summer Olympics
▸ Runners pass through the famous Lavaux UNESCO World Heritage vineyard region on the course
▸ The event attracts over 50 nationalities and is one of Switzerland's largest marathons
▸ October's mild autumn weather makes Lausanne Marathon ideal for achieving personal bests

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