3Länderlauf 2026 invites runners to explore three countries in a single race, starting and finishing at Basel’s Marktplatz in the heart of the city. Participants can choose between the marathon, half marathon and 10 km, with the longer distances heading out along the Rhine, over historic and modern bridges, and through Saint-Louis and Huningue in France before crossing into Weil am Rhein in Germany and returning to Switzerland. The route is predominantly asphalt and designed to be rolling but very runnable, making it suitable for both time-chasers and runners looking for a unique cross-border experience. Scenic river sections, urban squares and the novelty of running through three different countries in one race give this event a distinctive character on the European calendar.
Races
On Sunday, 17 May 2026 at 09:10, the 10 km-Lauf gets underway from Basel Marktplatz, again organised by Verein 3Länderlauf with strong Lions Club support. This shorter, accessible distance follows a fast 10 km road course that still dips over the border and back, giving runners a taste of the three-country experience with about 80 m of elevation and a big-event finish in the city centre.
The 3Länderlauf Halbmarathon (21.1 km) also takes place on 17 May 2026, with a mass start from Basel’s Marktplatz at 09:45, under the same Verein 3Länderlauf and Lions Clubs organisation. Designed as a single tri-national loop over Rhine bridges and through Basel, Huningue/Saint-Louis and Weil am Rhein, it gives runners roughly 120 m of climbing and four crossings of the river in a lively city-race atmosphere.
On Sunday, 17 May 2026 at 09:00, the 3Länderlauf Marathon 42.195 km starts and finishes on the Marktplatz in Basel, Switzerland, organised by Verein 3Länderlauf in partnership with the local Lions Clubs. Covering a flat, fast loop that crosses between Switzerland, France and Germany along the Rhine, this two-lap route offers around 240 m of elevation gain and a rare chance to run a marathon through three countries in a single race.
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FAQs
What is the 3Länderlauf 10km?
How long is the 3Länderlauf 10km?
Where does the 3Länderlauf 10km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the 3Länderlauf 10km?
How can I prepare for the 3Länderlauf 10km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the 3Länderlauf 10km?
On Sunday, 17 May 2026 at 09:10, the 10 km-Lauf gets underway from Basel Marktplatz, again organised by Verein 3Länderlauf with strong Lions Club support. This shorter, accessible distance follows a fast 10 km road course that still dips over the border and back, giving runners a taste of the three-country experience with about 80 m of elevation and a big-event finish in the city centre.
The 3Länderlauf 10km is 10km long.
The 3Länderlauf 10km takes place in Basel, Switzerland.
Runna classifies the 3Länderlauf 10km elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the 3Länderlauf 10km?
On Sunday, 17 May 2026 at 09:10, the 10 km-Lauf gets underway from Basel Marktplatz, again organised by Verein 3Länderlauf with strong Lions Club support. This shorter, accessible distance follows a fast 10 km road course that still dips over the border and back, giving runners a taste of the three-country experience with about 80 m of elevation and a big-event finish in the city centre.
How long is the 3Länderlauf 10km?
The 3Länderlauf 10km is 10km long.
Where does the 3Länderlauf 10km take place?
The 3Länderlauf 10km takes place in Basel, Switzerland.
What is the elevation gain of the 3Länderlauf 10km?
Runna classifies the 3Länderlauf 10km elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the 3Länderlauf 10km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the 3Länderlauf 10km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the 3Länderlauf Half Marathon?
How long is the 3Länderlauf Half Marathon?
Where does the 3Länderlauf Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the 3Länderlauf Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the 3Länderlauf Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the 3Länderlauf Half Marathon?
The 3Länderlauf Halbmarathon (21.1 km) also takes place on 17 May 2026, with a mass start from Basel’s Marktplatz at 09:45, under the same Verein 3Länderlauf and Lions Clubs organisation. Designed as a single tri-national loop over Rhine bridges and through Basel, Huningue/Saint-Louis and Weil am Rhein, it gives runners roughly 120 m of climbing and four crossings of the river in a lively city-race atmosphere.
The 3Länderlauf Half Marathon is 21km long.
The 3Länderlauf Half Marathon takes place in Basel, Switzerland.
Runna classifies the 3Länderlauf Half Marathon elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the 3Länderlauf Half Marathon?
The 3Länderlauf Halbmarathon (21.1 km) also takes place on 17 May 2026, with a mass start from Basel’s Marktplatz at 09:45, under the same Verein 3Länderlauf and Lions Clubs organisation. Designed as a single tri-national loop over Rhine bridges and through Basel, Huningue/Saint-Louis and Weil am Rhein, it gives runners roughly 120 m of climbing and four crossings of the river in a lively city-race atmosphere.
How long is the 3Länderlauf Half Marathon?
The 3Länderlauf Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the 3Länderlauf Half Marathon take place?
The 3Länderlauf Half Marathon takes place in Basel, Switzerland.
What is the elevation gain of the 3Länderlauf Half Marathon?
Runna classifies the 3Länderlauf Half Marathon elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the 3Länderlauf Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the 3Länderlauf Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the 3Länderlauf Marathon?
How long is the 3Länderlauf Marathon?
Where does the 3Länderlauf Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the 3Länderlauf Marathon?
How can I prepare for the 3Länderlauf Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the 3Länderlauf Marathon?
On Sunday, 17 May 2026 at 09:00, the 3Länderlauf Marathon 42.195 km starts and finishes on the Marktplatz in Basel, Switzerland, organised by Verein 3Länderlauf in partnership with the local Lions Clubs. Covering a flat, fast loop that crosses between Switzerland, France and Germany along the Rhine, this two-lap route offers around 240 m of elevation gain and a rare chance to run a marathon through three countries in a single race.
The 3Länderlauf Marathon is 42km long.
The 3Länderlauf Marathon takes place in Basel, Switzerland.
Runna classifies the 3Länderlauf Marathon elevation profile as Rolling.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the 3Länderlauf Marathon?
On Sunday, 17 May 2026 at 09:00, the 3Länderlauf Marathon 42.195 km starts and finishes on the Marktplatz in Basel, Switzerland, organised by Verein 3Länderlauf in partnership with the local Lions Clubs. Covering a flat, fast loop that crosses between Switzerland, France and Germany along the Rhine, this two-lap route offers around 240 m of elevation gain and a rare chance to run a marathon through three countries in a single race.
How long is the 3Länderlauf Marathon?
The 3Länderlauf Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the 3Länderlauf Marathon take place?
The 3Länderlauf Marathon takes place in Basel, Switzerland.
What is the elevation gain of the 3Länderlauf Marathon?
Runna classifies the 3Länderlauf Marathon elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the 3Länderlauf Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the 3Länderlauf Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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