Lausanne Marathon
Lausanne, Switzerland · Monday 26 October 2026
Lausanne Marathon is an annual event held in Lausanne, Switzerland, since 1993. The race takes place in October and features a full marathon, half marathon, and shorter distances like the 10 km and mini-marathon. The course starts at Place de Milan and follows the shores of Lake Léman to La Tour-de-Peilz before returning to Lausanne, finishing in front of the Olympic Museum. This marathon is one of the largest sporting events in the Canton de Vaud, attracting up to 2,500 tourists each year.
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Adjusted Time
3:54:16
Time difference: -5.7 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain128m
Elevation High419m
Elevation Low373m
Weather Forecast
High10°C
Low7°C
Chance of Rain100%
How hard is Lausanne Marathon?
Easyharder than 12% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Lausanne Marathon plays about 1 minute faster than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #1014 hardest of 1151 marathons we analyse, and #13 of 13 in Switzerland. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Lausanne Marathon?
Estimated finish times on this course versus the same effort on an average road marathon, based on its elevation, surface, and expected race-day temperature.
| Average-course time | On Lausanne Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 2:54:30 | −05:30 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:24:23 | −05:37 |
| 4:00:00 | 3:54:16 | −05:44 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:24:10 | −05:50 |
| 5:00:00 | 4:54:03 | −05:57 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:23:56 | −06:04 |
| 6:00:00 | 5:53:49 | −06:11 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Lausanne Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
Lausanne Marathon is a full marathon held in Lausanne, Switzerland. It is scheduled for Monday 26 October 2026. The course is run on road surface with 128m of total climbing, with its high point near 419m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Lausanne Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 128m of total climbing, this is a gently undulating course. The elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't greatly affect your pacing.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for October, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Near-ideal running temperatures are expected, ranging from 7°C to 10°C. This temperature range is widely considered optimal for marathon performance, allowing efficient heat dissipation without cold-related issues. There is a high chance of rain (100%). Runners should prepare for wet conditions, including appropriate footwear and clothing choices.
Surface Type: Road
Lausanne Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for racing. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for a personal best.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Lausanne Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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