Swiss Loppet: THE cross-country ski series to discover Switzerland.
The Swiss Loppet has connected the most popular cross-country skiing races in Switzerland since 1968 and provides an excellent opportunity to experience cross-country skiing in all its diversity. The series promotes a spirit of community, appreciation of nature and the joy of taking part, all while continuing to provide an athletic challenge.
Conditions of participation and overall rankings
Starting this coming season, it will be possible to take part in the Swiss Loppet series from the age of 16. The introduction of a separate U20 category is specifically intended to support the transition from the JO-level to adult sport. The aim is to offer young cross-country skiers attractive prospects once their time as junior athletes comes to an end so that they remain committed to racing – and can move straight on to joining the Swiss Loppet community.
Participants must take part in at least two races to be included in the overall rankings. The results of each race that a competitor completes contribute to the overall rankings, allowing those taking part to gauge how they rank against other cross-country skiers. Anyone who completes at least two races will automatically be entered into a draw for the chance to win fabulous prizes. A formal awards ceremony is held in the summer, at which the best and most dedicated athletes from the Swiss Loppet season are honoured.
Full information on taking part and the overall rankings can be found in the Conditions of Participation.
The Swiss Loppet 2026 event calendar: 10 cross-country races - 1 series
11.01.2026 Planoiras Volkslanglauf More info
17.01.2026 Engadin La Diagonela (La Pachifica) More info
18.01.2026 Rothenthurmer Volksskilauf More info
25.01.2026 Gantrisch Loppet More info
01.02.2026 Kandersteger Volkslauf More info
08.02.2026 Einsiedler Skimarathon More info
15.02.2026 Franches Nordique More info
22.02.2026 Gommerlauf More info
01.03.2026 Attraverso Campra More info
08.03.2026 Engadin Skimarathon More info
Don’t just join in – experience the Swiss Loppet
The main focus of the Swiss Loppet series is on the shared experience of cross-country skiing and the joy of taking part. The overall rankings are an additional highlight that allow athletes to compete against each other and celebrate major successes at the end of the season. The races provide the perfect opportunity to enjoy the winter beauty of Switzerland and take on personal sporting challenges at the same time.
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