obstacle run aare
NEW COURSE & OBSTACLES
Get ready for the next adventure! The new Obstacle Run Aare will take place in Grenchen, in the beautiful canton of Solothurn.
The start is at the Tissot Velodrome, right by the legendary record track. Right from the beginning, you’ll sprint through our indoor obstacle course and kick things off with a first little challenge against your friends!
After this explosive start, you’ll head out of the velodrome onto the running course with more awesome obstacles. The loop takes you past the surrounding sports fields and leisure areas to the pump track and back to the Tissot Velodrome, where the finish line is.
Once you arrive, you can celebrate as a finisher, refuel at the food and drink area, and check out our partner booths.
SPORT, FUN & ACTION
Along the course, you’ll conquer a variety of obstacles. Show off your skills at the obstacles—up and down, through dirt, foam, and water. The Obstacle Run is pure running fun for everyone who loves new challenges.
Choose between three distances:
- ONE WAY TRIP (1x 3.5 km, ~ 19 obstacles)
- DOUBLE TROUBLE (2x 3.5 km, ~ 34 obstacles)
- TRIPLE THREAT (3x 3.5 km ~ 49 obstacles
For kids born between 2013 and 2017, there’s a Kids Run over one 3.5 km lap with exciting obstacles and a team ranking as well.
• KIDS RUN (3.5 km, ~ 19 obstacles)
THE TISSOT VELODROME
The Tissot Velodrome in Grenchen—known as Switzerland’s ultra-modern national stadium for track cycling—turns into a spectacular event arena for the Obstacle Run Aare.
Where the international cycling elite normally battles for hundredths of a second on the fast wooden track, obstacle run participants will experience a completely new, high-energy setting. With its mix of modern infrastructure, the impressive infield, and the extensive outdoor area (including one of the world’s largest BMX and pump track facilities), the velodrome is the perfect hotspot for an unforgettable race experience.
The unique stadium atmosphere in the heart of Grenchen, the watchmaking town, will push both the crowd and the runners to peak performance. An absolute highlight on the race calendar that shows just how versatile this sports venue can be!
registration open!
early bird price
- 15 July 2026
course
SPORT, FUN & ACTION OVER 1–3 LAPS OF 3.5 KM EACH!
Up to 19 action-packed obstacles await the obstacle runners on each lap.
The loop starts in the Tissot Velodrome. Right from the beginning, you’ll sprint through our indoor obstacle course and kick things off with a first little challenge against your friends! The loop then takes you past the surrounding sports fields and leisure areas to the pump track and back to the Tissot Velodrome—and the finish line. Once you arrive, you can celebrate as a finisher, refuel at the food and drink area, and check out our partner booths.
You’ll find a few obstacle examples below. The placement and number of obstacles may vary slightly. Participation from age 15 (born in 2011).
KIDS RUN 3.5 KM CATEGORY!
The Kids Run starts in the Tissot Velodrome just like the adults, with the same process. In the Kids Run, only 1 lap of 3.5 km is completed.
Kids start in waves according to their birth-year categories: 2013/2014, then 2015/2016, and the youngest, born in 2017.
The Kids Run also includes a team ranking, where entire school classes or clubs can compete against each other.
obstacles
location
EVENT SITE
Tissot Velodrome
Neumattstrasse 25
2540 Grenchen
The start and finish of the Obstacle Run Aare, as well as the food and drink area, are located in and around the Tissot Velodrome site in Grenchen SO.
GETTING HERE
We recommend that all participants and spectators use public transport.
ARRIVING BY TRAIN:
Take the train to Grenchen Süd station.
It’s a 13-minute walk to the Tissot Velodrome.
ARRIVING BY CAR
When registering, you can book a parking space. However, only a limited number of parking spaces are available. Without a parking ticket purchased in advance, you cannot park in the official Obstacle Run parking areas.
From the parking lot to the event site, allow for a 5–10 minute walk.
programme
SCHEDULE
Subject to change
Saturday, August 22, 2026
09:00 – 14:00 bib pickup
09:30 – 17:30 valuables deposit
10:00 – 19:00 food and drink area open
11:00 – 11:30 Start KIDS RUN
11:45 – 12:45 Start TRIPLE THREAT
13:00 – 13:45 Start ONE WAY TRIP
14:00 – 14:45 Start DOUBLE TROUBLE
Awards ceremony Kids Run – tbd
Awards ceremony One Way Trip, Double Trouble & Triple Threat – tbd
5:00 PM end of race
categories & prices
PRICES OBSTACLE RUN AARE 2026
| Price tier | Date | Price in CHF | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| One Way Trip | Double Trouble | Triple Threat | Kids Run | ||
| Early Bird | 01.07.2026 - 15.07.2026 | 44.– | 54.– | 64.– | 29.– |
| Standard price | 16.07.2026 - 15.08.2026 | 54.– | 64.– | 74.– | 29.– |
| Late Bird | 16.08.2026 - 21.08.2026 | 59.– | 69.– | 79.– | 34.– |
| Event Day | 22.08.2026 | 64.– | 74.– | 84.– | 39.– |
For comparison: a normal run with a similar distance (approx. 10 km) costs between CHF 45.– and CHF 70.– depending on when you register—and includes no obstacles.
To start as a team, use the same team name when registering.
ONE WAY TRIP – 3.5 KM
One 3.5 km lap, packed with action-packed obstacles. (Team ranking possible*)
DOUBLE TOUBLE – 7 KM
Two 3.5 km laps, packed with lots of action-packed obstacles. (Team ranking possible*)
TRIPLE THREAT – 10.5 KM
Three 3.5 km laps, packed with lots of action-packed obstacles. (Team ranking possible*)
KIDS RUN – 3.5 KM
One 3.5 km lap, packed with action-packed obstacles. (Team ranking possible*)
* TEAM RANKING
A team consists of at least three people. All team members must enter the same team name when registering so they can be assigned correctly (pay attention to upper and lower case). More under Info.
INCLUDED IN THE ENTRY FEE:
- Starting spot
- Bib number (personalised for registrations up to 14 days before the event)
- Wooden medal
- Timing chip and timekeeping
- Course security
- Numerous obstacles
- Refreshments on the course
- Finish refreshments
- Medical support during the run
- On-site emergency support
- Changing rooms
- Awards ceremony for the top three in each category
REGISTRATION FOR GROUPS, COMPANIES & CLUBS
The Obstacle Run is perfect for companies and clubs that want to create an action-packed day out with their team. The shared experience and fun are the focus, strengthening team spirit and cohesion.
To make registration for the Obstacle Run Aare on August 22, 2026 easier, we offer a PDF form. Please fill in all required fields and email it to us at info@obstaclerun.ch.
Once we receive it, we’ll get in touch with you and register all participants. After that, you can still make changes at any time, replace people, or add add-ons via your login.
YOUR TEAM EVENT
As a team, the Obstacle Run is twice the fun!
The run is ideal as a club outing or team trip.
Use the group registration form for simplified registration.
results & photos
RESULTS 2026
Even though fun is our top priority, your race time is measured and the top three in each category are honoured on the winners’ podium. Find your data using your bib number or your name.
Available on race day only
PHOTOS 2026
Along the course, numerous photographers will capture your best moments at the obstacles. Using a selfie, automated facial recognition will display all your photos. The photos are provided by our external partner Sportograf and are not included in the Obstacle Run entry fee. You can purchase a single photo or your personal full package with all your photos.
Available only 2–3 days after the event.
