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From 5 to 7 March 2027, the Generali Run The Sun – Ascona-Locarno Marathon celebrates its inaugural edition. Set against a spectacular backdrop, this new running event marks the start of the running season and brings fresh energy to spring in Ticino. Thanks to its early position in the calendar and its diverse scenery, it stands out from other running events in Switzerland. A new sporting highlight for anyone looking to start the season with a truly special running experience.
With the Generali Run The Sun – Ascona-Locarno Marathon, Switzerland welcomes a new running event set to become a landmark in the running calendar. While winter still lingers in many places, spring has already arrived on the shores of Lake Maggiore. Mild temperatures, more than 2,300 hours of sunshine each year, and a unique setting of lakeside scenery, palm trees, mountains and historic towns create ideal conditions for the start of the running season. This is exactly what makes Ascona-Locarno the perfect destination for runners.
From 5 to 7 March 2027, participants can look forward to a varied running weekend featuring a marathon, half marathon, 10 km and 5 km races, walking and Nordic walking events, as well as a Kids Run. Whether you are an ambitious runner, a recreational runner or taking part as a family, there is a race for everyone. As the third event in the Generali Running Tour, the Generali Run The Sun joins the long-established races in Lucerne and Geneva and, as the first marathon of the year, opens the Swiss running calendar. The routes for all four distances are already on Strava: try them out ahead of time and train for race day alongside the other runners in our Strava club.
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