At the end of November, Basel transforms into a brightly lit running course: The City Run captivates participants with its festive setting, diverse categories, and an atmospheric evening run through the city center.

Every year at the end of November, downtown Basel is transformed into an atmospheric running route: At the traditional Basel City Run, thousands of participants enjoy an evening run through the festively lit Freie Strasse and across the Mittlere Brücke. Whether children, recreational athletes, or ambitious runners—there are suitable distances and categories for everyone. The festive setting and enthusiastic crowd make this race a special highlight on Basel’s event calendar.