Ultramarathon

The challenge

In addition to the Zermatt Marathon, we also offer the Ultra Zermatt Marathon. When the runners of the Zermatt Marathon have the finish line within reach at the chapel on the Riffelberg, the Ultra Zermatt Marathon runners still have 3.4 km and a steep 514 meters of altitude ahead of them. The view from the Gornergrat at 3,089 m above sea level is unique and will make up for all the exertions.

Highlights

  • From the valley floor in St. Niklaus to the Gornergrat at 3,089 m - with a view of the Matterhorn
  • 1,953 meters of ascent through picturesque Valais mountain villages
  • Unique mountain scenery and unforgettable atmosphere along the route
  • High-quality finisher shirt, medal and personal running photos included
  • Free arrival and return journey (Swiss Runners Ticket)

Route map

Start in St. Niklaus

Description

1'116 m

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Start

Destination Gornergrat

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3'089 m

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Finish

Toilets

Toilets start area Zermatt

Description

upper mats

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Toilet

Toilets start number issue

Description

St. Niklaus

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Toilet

Toilets start area

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Toilet

Toilets Riffelberg

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Toilet

Toilets Gornergrat

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Toilet

Ambulance

Riffelalp ambulance service

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Sanitary

Zermatt ambulance service

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Sunnegga ambulance service

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Riffelberg ambulance service

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Gornergrat ambulance service

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Sanitary

Shower

Riffelberg shower

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Shower
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Important information

For your perfect start

Categories Ultra Marathon

A start in the Ultra Marathon distance is possible from the age of 18.

Age Year of birth Category Women Category Men
18-29 1997-2008 F18 M18
30-39 1987-1996 F30 M30
40-44 1982-1986 F40 M40
45-49 1977-1981 F45 M45
50-54 1972-1976 F50 M50
55-59 1967-1971 F55 M55
60-64 1962-1966 F60 M60
65-69 1957-1961 F65 M65
70+ 1956 and older F70+ M70+

Start number distribution in St. Niklaus

Where Dorfstrasse 17, CH-3924 St. Niklaus
When

Thursday July 2, 15:00-19:00
Friday July 3, 10:00-20:00
Saturday July 4, 06:45-8:15 a.m.

Categories

Thursday July 2 , all categories
Friday July 3, all categories
Saturday July 4, Marathon & ULTRA ONLY

* Please note that start numbers will not be sent out. These can be collected in person in St. Niklaus on Thursday evening, Friday all day and Saturday morning (Marathon & Ultra only).

** Late registrations for the marathon and the ultramarathon are possible on Thursday and Friday at the start number distribution in St. Niklaus (plus CHF 20).

Start times in St. Niklaus 1120 m above sea level

8:30 am Elite Runner and Block 1 for Marathon + ULTRA
from 8:33 am Block starts Marathon + ULTRA