Leukerbad, Switzerland
Gemmi Vertical
One mountain. Your adventure.
Run it. Walk it. Make it yours.
An unforgettable climb into the heart of the Swiss Alps.
7 KM
Of pure alpine adventure
1’066 M+
Elevation gain
POINT TO POINT
Village to mountain pass
RUN + WALK
Your pace. Your mountain.
A big mountain. An open invitation.
Less ordinary.
More extraordinary.
From the village streets of Leukerbad to the spectacular heights of Gemmi Pass. Follow the legendary Gemmiweg, find your rhythm, and earn a view you won’t forget.
Whether you’re chasing a finish time or soaking up every step, there’s a place for you here. The same trail. The same welcome. Your own adventure.
The course
Up is the way.
Start at the Sportarena in Leukerbad. Climb the winding Gemmiweg, take a loop through the alpine landscape at the top, and finish at the gondola station on Gemmi Pass.
THE START
Sportarena · Leukerbad
THE CLIMB
Gemmiweg · A trail with a view
THE FINISH
Gondola station · Gemmi Pass
Race day, made simple
Your day on the mountain.
Save the date
Saturday, August 28, 2027
07:30AM
Check in
Sportarena, Leukerbad
Pick up your bib and feel the mountain buzz.
09:00AM
Let’s go!
The start line
Runners and walkers, your adventure begins.
13:00PM · 1:00
Finish cutoff
Gemmi Pass
Cross the line. Take in the view. You earned it.
The finish is just the beginning
A little climb. A lot to celebrate.
Refuel with a view
Drinks and snacks are waiting at the top. A well-earned reward for every finisher.
AT THE FINISH
A medal for every finisher
Cross the line and it’s yours. Every finisher receives a Gemmi Vertical medal to take home.
FINISHER MEDAL
Up on foot. Down in style.
Enjoy a free sky train ride back to Leukerbad. The descent is on us.
RETURN RIDE INCLUDED
A soak? We’re working on it.
We’re exploring free Leukerbad hot spring entry for bib holders. Stay tuned — this perk isn’t confirmed yet.
POSSIBLE EXTRA
AWARD CEREMONY
The fastest three women.
The fastest three men.
The top three women and the top three men are honoured at the Gemmi Pass, as soon as the last of them has crossed the line.
Good to know
A few trail notes.
A little preparation. A great adventure.
Absolutely. Gemmi Vertical welcomes runners and walkers. Choose your own pace and reach the finish at Gemmi Pass by 1:00 PM.
See you above the clouds
Your mountain is calling.
Saturday, August 28, 2027 · Leukerbad