Vertical Race Blatten-Belalp: Experience ski mountaineering

16.01.2027

BELALP WITCH VERTICAL RACE

Registration 2027

BELALP HEXE VERTICAL RACE

For over 40 years, the legendary Hexenabfahrt on the Belalp has attracted skiers from all over Switzerland. In 2026, the major event comes with something new:
for the first time ever, the Belalp Hexe Vertical Race will take place. Endurance athletes will conquer around 1,000 meters of elevation gain from Blatten (1,300 m a.s.l.) to Schönbiel (2,300 m a.s.l.) – whether on foot, with touring skis, or snowshoes.

Participants can compete individually, as couples, or in teams. Those who take part in both the downhill and the vertical race will be crowned Witch Master of the Combination.

The key facts:

Start in Blatten at the festival tent (mass start)
Finish at Chiematte, Belalp – approx. 722 metres of elevation gain
Start at approx. 1:00 pm – Fun category / finish closes at approx. 4:00 pm at Chiematte, Belalp
Start at approx. 2:30 pm – Race category (Solo Women & Men / Couples / Relay)
Categories:
- Solo (separate categories for women and men)
- Couples (mixed)
- Relay (one person completes the downhill section, one person runs)
- Fun (the focus is on having fun; prizes will be raffled)
No equipment requirements – choose freely between touring skis, snowshoes or trail running
No mandatory requirements for basic equipment. Recommendation: e.g. jacket, skis/snowshoes/trail-running equipment depending on your chosen mode of travel
Prize-giving at Witches Night in Blatten
Cross the finish line surrounded by the unique atmosphere of the Belalp Witches
The entry fee includes risk management, refreshments during the race, timing, a finisher or starter gift, return transport to Blatten, admission to Witches Night and an unforgettable experience.

Entry fee and registration:

Entry fee until 31 December 2026: CHF 60.– per person
Entry fee thereafter until registration closes: CHF 100.– per person
Relay: CHF 100.–
Online payment can be made conveniently using standard credit cards in accordance with Datasport guidelines.
The entry fee includes all services listed in the regulations.
Late registrations on site must pay the entry fee in cash (CHF).
From 1 January: entry fee CHF 100.–

Elevation profile (Download)