Marathon de Lausanne
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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.
Mild autumn conditions with cool mornings and pleasant afternoons. Expect light breezes from the lake and possible scattered showers.
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Lausanne
The Lausanne Marathon was founded in 1993, during the golden age of mass-participation running. Now 33 years old, it has established itself as a beloved fixture in Lausanne, growing from its early editions into a race with genuine character and loyal following.
The Lausanne Marathon route is one of those courses where runners forget their pace and reach for their phones. The scenery through Lausanne and its surroundings has earned this race a reputation as one of the most photogenic in Europe.
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