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Trail Running

The mountains, the sport, the challenge, the Swiss experience – alpine trail running brings it all together. Newcomers and experienced runners alike will discover their favourite routes in Adelboden-Lenk-Kandersteg, from the banks of the Engstlige to vantage points high above Kandersteg.

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The Adelboden-Lenk-Kandersteg trail running region means:

Different levels of difficulty – both on the valley floor and on the mountain, everyone will find their favourite trail.
World-famous scenery – our trails cover picture-postcard areas such as the Gemmi Pass and Via Alpina.
Professional backup – runners can have specialist support where they are staying and on the trail if required.
Record-breaking opportunities – we regularly host international mountain running events to take part in or cheer on from the sidelines.

The Best Trail Running Routes

Running in the mountains is liberating – and these trail running routes are among the most beautiful in the destination.

These relatively flat but spectacular trails often lead through the forest. They are our mental regenerators that get runners back in their flow in no time.

Wild valleys, impressive mountain ranges: our vista trails lead to the most impressive viewpoints.

The narrow, high-altitude routes in this category are challenging, but the sense of satisfaction is all the greater for it.

Once you have experienced this world, stood at the very top and experienced the indescribable feeling of having accomplished something, you will come back a changed person.

He organises trail-running events, is one of the best mountain runners in Switzerland and likes to accompany newcomers to the Oberland Alps.

Tour planner

Looking is good, walking is better: our tour planner helps you plan your own routes.

To the trails

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Take on the “EngstligenUp!” trail running challenge from Unter dem Birg up to Engstligenalp.

If you can’t get enough of the trails, our trail running overnight package is just what you need.

Our mountain world is your catwalk. From trail running shoes and backpacks to functional clothing, you'll find everything you need for your next adventure.