Engadin Ski Marathon

Engadin Skimarathon

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Sports & AdventureMaloja/S-chanf
DatesDates TBA · Usually MarchCheck locally before booking
DurationSpringEstimate from available data
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forCompetition, enduranceThe course crosses the frozen surfaces of
LanguageFrench, German, Italian, and RomanshCurrency: CHF
CategorySports & AdventureFestival type
The story

Engadin Ski Marathon in Maloja/S-chanf

The Engadin Skimarathon is a roughly 42-kilometer cross-country ski race run each March from Maloja to S-chanf across the frozen lakes of the Engadin valley in Graubunden. Founded in 1969, it now draws thousands of skating-technique skiers and ranks among the world's largest cross-country events, part of the international Worldloppet series, with St. Moritz roughly at the race's midpoint.

Each March, the Engadin valley in Graubunden hosts one of the largest cross-country ski races in the world, a roughly 42-kilometer freestyle marathon that runs from Maloja to S-chanf, tracing the length of the valley across a chain of frozen lakes and past St.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

The course crosses the frozen surfaces of several Engadin lakes in sequence, a route rarely matched by other ski marathons for scenery or scale, with peaks of the Bernina range visible along much of the way

02

The mystery stays covered

Starting with over 10,000 entrants who spread out gradually after a mass start, the event turns an entire alpine valley into a single racecourse for one morning, filling St

03

The city starts moving

Moritz, Pontresina, Zuoz and Maloja with competitors and support crews

04

The water draws everyone in

Its Worldloppet status connects it to a global circuit of long-distance ski marathons, giving it a serious competitive following well beyond Switzerland

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The Engadin Skimarathon grew out of a local skiing culture that treats cross-country as a valley-wide pastime rather than a niche sport

Water and renewal

Living ritual

and its Worldloppet membership ties it to sister marathons from Scandinavia to North America

The sacred route

Living ritual

Crossing multiple frozen lakes in one race is the event's most distinctive local touch

The local code

Living ritual

a route only possible in a valley with this particular chain of glacial lakes

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually March

Getting around

For route-based days, arrive early and expect normal streets around Maloja/S-chanf to work differently.

What to wear

Dress for standing still in alpine winter conditions: insulated waterproof boots, thermal layers, windproof outerwear, warm hat, gloves and eye protection against snow glare. Race-morning...

Safety

For Engadin Ski Marathon, choose safe viewing points, watch weather and leave extra time around starts, finishes or releases.

Where to stay

Stay near workable transport in Maloja/S-chanf, especially if the event runs late or streets close.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

CHF

Family friendly

unknown

Maloja/S-chanf, Graubünden, Switzerland

Nearest airportBGY — Il Caravaggio
TransportFor route-based days, arrive early and expect normal streets around Maloja/S-chanf to work differently.
Stay areaStay near workable transport in Maloja/S-chanf, especially if the event runs late or streets close.
FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Engadin Ski Marathon?

Engadin Ski Marathon is listed for March · Spring. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Engadin Ski Marathon take place?

The festival is listed in Maloja/S-chanf, Switzerland. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

Spring is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Maloja/S-chanf, Graubünden, Switzerland

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Official URLengadin-skimarathon.ch
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SourceSource link available
Listed datesDates TBA · Usually March
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