The iconic Jura ultra through Switzerland's most storied canyon landscapes

No Service Requirement

Does not require trail or volunteer work

No qualifier race required

Experienced ultrarunners

The queen distance of the Swiss Canyon Trail, the 111K (officially 114.8 km) takes runners on an extended loop through the Swiss Jura, exploring the Val-de-Travers and northern Vaud canton. Steep climbs to summit Chasseron (1,606 m) and traverse iconic landmarks like the Creux du Van canyon and the Gorges de l'Areuse alternate with rolling ridge sections and demanding technical descents. Part of the race takes place overnight, demanding a headlamp and self-sufficiency between aid stations spaced roughly every 10 km.

The race crests Chasseron, the highest point in the Jura of Vaud, with sweeping views across the Alps and France

Crosses the rim of Switzerland's most famous natural amphitheatre, a sheer limestone cirque 160 m deep

Born in 1994 as the Trail de l'Absinthe, one of the pioneering ultras on the continent with over 30 editions

Finishers under 24 hours earn a ticket into the Western States 2027 lottery

The 28-hour cutoff and 5 AM start guarantee significant night miles through remote ridgeline terrain

This event uses open registration - no lottery entry required.

This event does not require a qualifier for entry.

This race does not have a service requirement for entry.

Parking spaces for campervans reserved around EspaceVal Couvet. Additional camping at Camping La Coue in Travers (www.lacoue.ch) and a campsite in Fleurier. No reservations needed for the on-site campervan area.

No Service Requirement

Does not require trail or volunteer work

No qualifier race required

Experienced ultrarunners

The race crests Chasseron, the highest point in the Jura of Vaud, with sweeping views across the Alps and France

Crosses the rim of Switzerland's most famous natural amphitheatre, a sheer limestone cirque 160 m deep

Born in 1994 as the Trail de l'Absinthe, one of the pioneering ultras on the continent with over 30 editions

Finishers under 24 hours earn a ticket into the Western States 2027 lottery

The 28-hour cutoff and 5 AM start guarantee significant night miles through remote ridgeline terrain

This event uses open registration - no lottery entry required.

This event does not require a qualifier for entry.

This race does not have a service requirement for entry.

Location	km	Elevation
Start Start	0.0	730 m
Noiraigue Aid Station	12.2	726 m
Le Soliat Aid Station	16.6	1,411 m
Petites Fauconières Aid Station	20.0	1,341 m
Vers Chez Pillot Aid Station	26.3	1,107 m
Carrière de Môtiers Checkpoint	30.2	748 m
Chasseron Aid Station	40.4	1,603 m
Vuiteboeuf Aid Station	46.9	602 m
Col de l'Aiguillon Aid Station	56.5	1,320 m
Col des Étroits Aid Station	62.6	1,151 m
Gorges de Noirveaux Aid Station	73.7	1,001 m
Les Places Aid Station	82.7	1,105 m
Les Verrières Aid Station	88.4	978 m
Bas du Chapeau de Napoléon Checkpoint	95.8	970 m
Signal Aid Station	103.4	921 m
La Roche Aid Station	108.7	1,027 m
Finish Finish	113.1	730 m

Location	km	Elevation
Start Start	0.0	730 m
Noiraigue Aid Station	12.2	726 m
Le Soliat Aid Station	16.6	1,411 m
Petites Fauconières Aid Station	20.0	1,341 m
Vers Chez Pillot Aid Station	26.3	1,107 m
Carrière de Môtiers Checkpoint	30.2	748 m
Chasseron Aid Station	40.4	1,603 m
Vuiteboeuf Aid Station	46.9	602 m
Col de l'Aiguillon Aid Station	56.5	1,320 m
Col des Étroits Aid Station	62.6	1,151 m
Gorges de Noirveaux Aid Station	73.7	1,001 m
Les Places Aid Station	82.7	1,105 m
Les Verrières Aid Station	88.4	978 m
Bas du Chapeau de Napoléon Checkpoint	95.8	970 m
Signal Aid Station	103.4	921 m
La Roche Aid Station	108.7	1,027 m
Finish Finish	113.1	730 m

Swiss Canyon Trail 111K

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