The Sierre-Zinal Race, also known as the Course des cinq 4000, has often been cited as one of the most magnificent mountain races in the world. Some have compared it to the New York Marathon when it comes to mountain races.
Set in the heart of the Valais Alps, Sierre-Zinal is an extremely demanding 31km race, with a 2200m ascent and a 1100m descent. The exceptional scenery, warm atmosphere and impeccable organisation explain the success and longevity of Sierre-Zinal. As Jonathan Wyatt wrote.
What's more, it's considered to be the oldest major mountain race in Europe.
TOURIST TIME BARRIERS
Chandolin: 10.40 am
Tignousa: 12.00 noon
Hotel Weisshorn: 13:30
TIME LIMITS FOR RUNNERS
Chandolin: 14:10
Tignousa: 14:40
Hôtel Weisshorn: 15:20
ROAD CLOSURE
The road will be temporarily closed at Sierre in both directions from 04:40 to 05:15, 05:45 to 06:20 and from 10:55 to 11:25. We recommend that you travel via Vercorin, which will remain open to traffic at all times.
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Shuttle buses are organised to take runners to the start of the race. | |
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| Location View map | Sierre Sierre-Zinal Rue Centrale 6 3960 Sierre | |
| Contact | +41 79 710 96 09 info@sierre-zinal.ch www.sierre-zinal.com | |
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