20 km de Lausanne
Race snapshot
Race Day
46–61°F · Feels cool
Total elevation gain
Net elevation change −20 ft
Participants
Large field
Crowd Rating
Excellent spectator turnout
The Lowdown
20 km de Lausanne is the flagship race of Switzerland's second-largest running weekend, held every April in Lausanne, canton Vaud. Founded in 1982 at the initiative of IOC president Juan Antonio Samaranch, the event has grown from 1,470 runners at its first edition to more than 34,000 participants across all its races in 2026. The 20 km course winds along Lake Geneva and through Lausanne's hilly streets before finishing inside Stade Pierre-de-Coubertin, with an elevation profile of +268 m / -274 m. The same weekend also includes 10 km, 5 km, walking, and junior races. The 8,000 available 20 km bibs for the 2026 edition sold out; the next edition runs April 24-25, 2027, with the 20 km race on Sunday morning.
Questions about the 20 km de Lausanne 2027
When is the 20 km de Lausanne 2027?
Sunday, April 25, 2027.
Where is the 20 km de Lausanne?
Lausanne, Vaud, Switzerland.
What time does the 20 km de Lausanne start?
The race starts at 9:30 AM, local time.
What is the 20 km de Lausanne time limit?
3 hours.
How do I enter the 20 km de Lausanne 2027?
Registration has not opened yet. Ways in: Online registration via the SportChrono platform.
How much does the 20 km de Lausanne 2027 cost?
Adult (20 km): CHF 35. Junior (20 km): CHF 30.
What is the 20 km de Lausanne elevation gain?
268 m (879 ft) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: −6 m (20 ft).
What is the 20 km de Lausanne course like?
It passes Lake Geneva waterfront, Olympic Museum area and UNIL-EPFL campus.
What is the weather like at the 20 km de Lausanne?
Race-day temperatures are usually 8–16 °C (46–61 °F). Feels cool.
How many runners does the 20 km de Lausanne have?
8,000 participants. Large field.
Where are the 20 km de Lausanne results?
The official 2026 results are on the organizer's site. Official results
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