Alpine trail-highlights: Davos X-Trails & Madrisa Trail Klosters
Published : 30. June 2025
Trail running at the highest level: The Davos X-Trails at the end of July and the Madrisa Trail Klosters in mid-August are two sporting highlights for running enthusiasts. Both events delight with varied routes, spectacular views, and a very special atmosphere.
Davos X-Trails: July 25–26
What once began as the Swiss Alpine Marathon has evolved into a modern trail running festival for everyone under the name Davos X-Trails. Since its relaunch in 2022, the event has grown continuously. Last year, over 2,200 running enthusiasts from Switzerland and abroad crossed the start and finish lines. Another sporty weekend amidst the Graubünden mountains is expected in 2025.
- Diamond: 68 km / 2,606 m elevation gain (also possible as a team of 3)
- Gold: 43 km / 1,424 m elevation gain
- Silver: 23 km / 631 m elevation gain
- Bronze: 10 km / 163 m elevation gain
A special highlight is the Kids Run on Friday afternoon: Children between 4 and 13 years old can let off steam on a child-friendly course with playful elements such as straw bales. Participation is free and the focus is clearly on fun.
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Madrisa Trail Klosters: August 8th - 9th
The Madrisa Trail Klosters is just as alpine. This year, for the sixth time, the trail running event leads along panoramic high-altitude trails and narrow mountain paths in the region. In just a few years, the event has secured a permanent place in the trail running calendar.
- T54: 54 km / 4020 m elevation gain
- T33: 33 km / 2200 m elevation gain
- T24: 24 km / 1247 m elevation gain
- T11: 11 km / 450 m elevation gain
Both the T54 and the T33 offer around 90 percent trail content and, with technical sections and steep climbs, challenge even experienced runners. The T11 is ideal for beginners or as a short fitness test.
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Trail running - a passion with endurance
Varied trails, diverse terrain, and spectacular panoramas make the Davos Klosters region the ideal terrain for runners of all abilities. Even regardless of the two trail running events, a stay in the region with running shoes in hand is recommended. Those who run here not only enjoy the view, but also benefit from altitude training and the health-promoting, high-alpine climate. Learn more about the trail running options, route suggestions, and training tips in our region.