Engadin Skimarathon is Switzerland’s largest cross-country skiing event and one of the world’s premier mass-participation ski races, held each March in the Engadin Valley. Since 1969, thousands of skiers from over 60 nations have taken part in the 42-kilometer course from Maloja to S-chanf, gliding across frozen lakes, snowy forests, and picturesque alpine villages. The event also includes shorter races and a women’s marathon, welcoming participants of all levels. With its mix of competition, camaraderie, and breathtaking scenery, the Engadin Ski Marathon captures the spirit of endurance and elegance that defines winter sports in the Swiss Alps.
Start with a quick trip form. Weekend in St. Moritz/Engadin or a Switzerland route—we’ll plan race-day logistics (start/finish access, trains & shuttles), smart vantage points, and a walkable stay near the course.
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DATES & TIMES
• Dates: 1–8 March 2026 (Sunday–Sunday).
• Women’s Race: Sun 1 Mar from 10:00 (Samedan→S‑chanf) · Night Race: Thu 5 Mar 19:00 (Sils→Pontresina) · Main marathon: Sun 8 Mar from 08:15 (wave starts, Maloja→S‑chanf) — see Program · Women’s Race times · Night Race · Main race.
• The exact timetable publishes annually — follow the official Schedule for day-by-day times.
LOCATION
• Classic 42 km route from Maloja to S‑chanf across the Upper Engadin lakes and villages; start/finish areas and village hubs are listed on the Official site.
• Central reference point: Start area, Maloja — Open in Google Maps.
TICKETS & ENTRY
• Racer registration: enter via the official pages — Register for the marathon · Women’s Race · Night Race.
• Spectating along the course is generally free; follow marshal guidance and respect course boundaries (details via the official program).
GOOD TO KNOW
• Main race day (Sun 8 Mar) uses wave starts from 08:15; bib pick‑up at Pontresina on Thu–Sat and at the start on Sun morning — see Program.
• Public transport is the easiest way: plan with the official SBB timetable · local connections via PostBus.
Tell us your dates, who’s coming, and what else you’d like to see. We’ll suggest a Switzerland route that includes the Engadin Skimarathon at the right moment, with realistic travel days and comfortable home bases.
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