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SwissCityMarathon
RunLucerne
10KM
CharityRun
The CharityRun 10KM is the category in which you "do good while running" at the SwissCityMarathon - Lucerne! In addition to its charitable character, the CharityRun 10KM also offers you a sporting highlight.
CharityRun 10KM highlights
- Doing good while running
- Free journey by public transport
- Unique route past Lucerne's most important monuments
- Personal running photo and video
- Unforgettable atmosphere thanks to 50,000 spectators and 30 music groups
CharityRun 10KM highlights
- Doing good while running
- Free journey by public transport
- Unique route past Lucerne's most important monuments
- Personal running photo and video
- Unforgettable atmosphere thanks to 50,000 spectators and 30 music groups
Over 10 kilometres, the route leads past the world-famous sights of Lucerne and even through some of them.
In the CharityRun category, CHF 30 of the entry fee paid will go directly to the foundation "The Human Safety Net Switzerland" and will benefit this year's project.
In total, the SwissCityMarathon - Lucerne has more than 13,000 participants and over 50,000 fans. The event always takes place on the last Sunday in October.
Route map
The 10KM route starts in the centre of Horw on the Ringstrasse. The finish is at the Swiss Museum of Transport.
Route highlights:
- Loop through the Horw atmosphere zone
- Run through the FC Lucerne football stadium and the Lucerne Culture and Convention Centre (KKL)
- Past the luxury hotel, Chapel Bridge and water tower
- Through the centre of Lucerne's old town
- Finish at the Swiss Museum of Transport
Elevation metres +34m / -38m
The courses are officially measured according to the international standards of World Athletics.
Categories 10KM 2026
A start in the 10KM distance is possible from the age of 14.
Age | Years | Categories Women | Categories men |
|---|---|---|---|
14 - 19 years old | 2012 - 2007 | U20W | U20M |
20 - 29 years old | 2008 - 1997 | W20 | M20 |
30 - 34 years old | 1996 - 1992 | W30 | M30 |
35 - 39 years old | 1991 - 1987 | W35 | M35 |
40 - 44 years old | 1986 - 1982 | W40 | M40 |
45 - 49 years old | 1981 - 1977 | W45 | M45 |
50 - 54 years old | 1976 - 1972 | W50 | M50 |
55 - 59 years old | 1971 - 1967 | W55 | M55 |
60 - 64 years old | 1966 - 1962 | W60 | M60 |
65 - 69 years old | 1961 - 1957 | W65 | M65 |
70 - 74 years old | 1956 - 1952 | W70 | M70 |
75 years and older | 1951 and older | W75 | M75 |
without ranking | 2012 and older | alphabetical | alphabetical |
Start slots 10KM
Choose your individual start slot when you register, depending on availability.
| Start time | Limit |
| 08:58h | Women < 0:45h Men < 0:40h |
| 09:00h | - |
| 09:05h | - |
| 09:10h | - |
| 09:15h | - |
Qualification times Performance starting slot
Ambitious runners can start in the exclusive performance slot by submitting an official performance certificate. This starting slot guarantees a unique racing atmosphere and exciting duels. If you think you have a chance of winning, you should definitely start in the Performance Slot.
To qualify for the performance slot, you need an official ranking at an event within the last 3 years that fulfils the specified qualifying time. This proof must be uploaded when registering and will be checked.
| Performance Slot | Valid qualification times from the following competitions | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| marathon | half marathon | 10KM | |
| Women: Running time < 00:45 | < 03:40 | < 01:45 | < 00:45 |
| Men: running time < 00:40 | < 03:10 | < 01:40 | < 00:40 |
This is all included in the entry fee
- Digital goodie bag
- Diploma for download
- Cloakroom and safe deposit box
- Free return journey on publictransport throughout Switzerland
- Free boat shuttlebetween Lucerne railway station and the start/finish area
- Massage service (after the run at the cloakrooms)
- Portion of pasta or rösti at the Runner Expo
- Runner catering at the event
- Runner photo (thanks to Presenting Partner Coop)
- Runner video (thanks to Official Partner Generali)
- Medical service
- SMS service
- Starting place with personalised start number and timing chip
- Open day at the Swiss Museum of Transport on the day of the event
- Hot showers
- Timekeeping and live online ranking list
(subject to change)
Start number and starter guide
Pick up or dispatch start number and runner shirt
The runner shirt can be purchased by CityRun 10KM participants at the registration desk. (Limited number - it's worth registering early)
Pick up your race number (and your Runner Shirt) at the Runner Expo on Friday or Saturday on presentation of your starter guide.
Alternatively, you can have your race number sent to you by post (dispatch only in Switzerland and Liechtenstein). Postal delivery must be selected when registering. (The runner shirt can be collected after crossing the finish line by handing in the voucher on the race number).
Participants living abroad have the option of collecting their race number on Sunday morning in Horw (only on presentation of the starter guide & ID card). Opening hours: 07:30 to 09:00
Recommendation
We recommend picking up your race number (and runner shirt) on Friday or Saturday at the Runner Expo.
Important
You will receive your starter guide by email in mid-October. Please present it digitally. You can also use the starter guide to pick up your race number from colleagues.
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