Auffahrtslauf St. Gallen
Race snapshot
Race Day
45–59°F · Feels mild
Total elevation gain
Challenging elevation · Net elevation change −7 ft
Participants
Large field
Crowd Rating
Excellent spectator turnout
The Lowdown
The Auffahrtslauf St. Gallen is Eastern Switzerland's largest running event, held every year on Ascension Day in St. Gallen. Starting and finishing at Stadium St. Gallen, the flagship half marathon covers 21.1 km with 319 m of elevation gain, passing the Gübsensee recreation area, the city center's Roter Platz and old town, and the scenic Sittertobel gorge before returning to the stadium. The event also offers a 10K, 6K, 3.5K, walking and Nordic walking, couples and team categories, plus children's and family runs. The 2026 edition drew a record field of more than 10,000 runners and 25,000 spectators. Entry includes a welcome bag, race shirt, free regional train travel, and a finisher drink.
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Edition unconfirmed · Half Marathon (13.1 miles / 21.1 km)
Questions about the Auffahrtslauf St. Gallen 2027
When is the Auffahrtslauf St. Gallen 2027?
Thursday, May 6, 2027.
Where is the Auffahrtslauf St. Gallen?
St. Gallen, Switzerland.
What time does the Auffahrtslauf St. Gallen start?
The race starts at 4:05 PM, local time.
How do I enter the Auffahrtslauf St. Gallen 2027?
Registration has not opened yet. Ways in: Online registration via auffahrtslauf.ch.
How much does the Auffahrtslauf St. Gallen 2027 cost?
Half Marathon: CHF 80. 10K: CHF 70. 6K: CHF 65. 3.5K: CHF 54.
What is the Auffahrtslauf St. Gallen elevation gain?
319 m (1,047 ft) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: −2 m (7 ft). Challenging elevation.
What is the Auffahrtslauf St. Gallen course like?
It passes Gübsensee recreation area, Roter Platz (Red Square) in the city center and Sittertobel gorge and seven-bridges path. Course map
What is the weather like at the Auffahrtslauf St. Gallen?
Race-day temperatures are usually 7–15 °C (45–59 °F). Feels mild.
How many runners does the Auffahrtslauf St. Gallen have?
10,000 participants. Large field.
Where are the Auffahrtslauf St. Gallen results?
The official 2026 results are on the organizer's site. Official results
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