Public zones / hotspots
Experience the Gornergrat Zermatt Marathon up close!
There are numerous hotspots along the route where you can cheer on the runners with loud cheers, ringing bells and a great atmosphere. Whether in the valley or high up in the mountains - every round of applause drives the athletes on towards the finish line!
Zermatt
Start or half-time, always full of energy
Whether the starting shot is fired or the marathon and ultra runners have already reached the halfway point - the atmosphere in Zermatt is pulsating! Here, fans cheer for all they're worth, between cheers, cowbells and Matterhorn magic.
Sunnegga
Sun, panorama & pure atmosphere!
Quickly reached by train and right in the middle of the action: Cheer on Sunnegga with a view of the Matterhorn! Sun terraces, alpine air and enthusiastic fans - motivation runs at full speed here.
Riffelalp
Between fir trees & top atmosphere
A magical place in the middle of the mountains. On the Riffelalp, spectators can experience how the athletes immerse themselves in the alpine zone - every cheer counts! Perfect for anyone who wants to combine nature and sport up close.
Riffelberg
Where the air is thinner, the atmosphere is higher!
This is where the marathon and half-marathon runners reach their finish line - with a breathtaking view! Emotions, exhaustion and euphoria come together on the Riffelberg. A perfect place to celebrate the finishers in style.
Gornergrat
The summit experience for Ultra & Top20Run!
3,089 meters above sea level, directly opposite the Matterhorn: this is where the ultimate adventure ends! On the Gornergrat, the fans cheer the Ultra and Top20Run runners to the finish line - a finale that guarantees goosebumps.