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StraLugano Swiss City Run

StraLugano Swiss City Run

Sep 10, 2022Sep 11, 2022
Lugano
Free for spectators

StraLugano is a city running event in the centre of Lugano. In 2022 it takes place for the 16th time. The running course is an exciting one, overlooking the lake, known as Lake Lugano (Lago di Lugano) and taking in many of the slopes of the scenic Italian-speaking city in Canton Ticino.

StraLugano race categories

  • Half Marathon
  • Relay Run
  • 10km City Run
  • 5km Fast Run
  • Kids Run
  • Monte Bre Vertical Race
  • StraCombi
  • 4Charity

COVID-19 measures at StraLugano

StraLugano is taking place under extraordinary circumstances this year due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. In order to collect your numbered bib and therefore participate in one of the running races, participants will need to show up in person at the Exhibition Centre (Centro Esposizioni) with a COVID certificate, whilst wearing a mask and keeping a 1,5-metre distance from others.

StraLugano 2022 race timetable

Here are the kickoff times of each of the different races:

  • 10km City Run at 6.30pm on Saturday
  • Monte Bre Vertical Race at 9.30am on Sunday
  • Half Marathon and Relay Run at 10am on Sunday
  • 5km Fast Run at 1.30pm on Saturday
  • 4Charity at 1.40 pm on Saturday

Starting times for the various different age categories in the events for kids take place at various times on Sunday. Check the main event’s website for exact details.

StraLugano Swiss City Run Lugano Switzerland

StraLugano prize-giving ceremonies

The awards ceremonies for different races take place at various locations in Lugano. The awards for the Kids Run and 5km Fast Run will be held in the Piazza della Riforma, and the awards for the other races take place at the Exhibition Centre.

Attend or participate in StraLugano

For spectators, it's free to view the race. Year after year, StraLugano proves to be a fun day out for families, students and expats working in Lugano. 

For participants, registration is open on the StraLugano website (in Italian and French). Collect your race bib with your number on it at the Exhibition Center in via Campo Marzio. With the Swiss Runners Ticket, public transportation in the city of Lugano is free for the duration of the event.