Who can register?
The event is open to all, subject to age limits for the different courses.
How to register?
All registrations can be made at www.marathonvalais.ch. It won't take you more than 5 minutes to register, and you'll receive immediate confirmation by e-mail.
I'm a minor, do I need parental consent?
By registering for the half-marathon, 10km or 5km, participants confirm that they are taking part under their parents' responsibility.
Registrations for kids and family formats are made directly by parents.
What does my registration include?
Can I cancel/change my registration?
Each participant can choose the itinerary that suits him/her best and this choice must be indicated at the time of registration.
The MAXI FLEX option guarantees flexibility in the choice of course at the time of registration. Thanks to this option, participants can, free of charge and with no need for supporting documents, from the date of registration until May 15 :
Without the MAXI FLEX option, it is possible until April 30 to:
After this date and without the MaxiFlex option, no further changes are possible.
In all cases, the registration fee will not be refunded and the welcome pack will not be mailed.Any request made after the day of the race will not be processed.
Any registration considered valid for the following year is strictly personal and cannot be transferred to a third party. If the person cannot participate a second time, the registration fee will be lost.
Is a medical certificate or a license required for the race?
No, a license and/or medical certificate is not required to take part in sporting events in Switzerland. However, the organization strongly recommends that participants consult a doctor to confirm their fitness for this type of effort.
How can I be sure I'm registered?
Once you have registered, you will receive a confirmation e-mail. You can also retrieve your registration via your confirmation e-mail.
I received a discount or free code, where do I enter it?
When you register on the site, an input field opens under the course of your choice (once the course has been selected). This is where you enter your free or discount code. You can then check the validity of your code. If it's valid, it will subtract the voucher amount from your bill.
Where and when can I pick up my number?
You'll find it all at Martigny Expo. You'll soon be able to consult the Marathon Village map.
What documents are required and who can collect the numbers?
Each participant must collect his/her number in person. Exceptionally, if registration is full, the group leader (club president) or a colleague may collect the number by presenting :
When are the bib numbers given?
Bib numbers are communicated a few days before the event, so that we can allocate them according to the sporting criteria given to us. Your personal bib number will be available a few days before the event on your Njuko account.
Where and when does the departure take place?
All starts and finishes are at Martigny Expo. You will soon be able to consult the Marathon Village map.
The exact departure times by SAS will be communicated later.
Where is the finish line?
Finishes for all courses will be at Martigny Expo.
I'd like to do the race with a friend, but we're not in the same starting group. What can I do?
To ensure that you are in the same starting group, you must select the same race pace when you register.
Will there be different starting groups and how are the SAS defined?
The groups will be defined according to the different estimated paces. The number of locks and start times will be announced later.
Is it possible to leave a bag of personal belongings?
You can leave your bag in the "athlete bag deposit" area at Martigny Expo.
Where are the EKIDEN relay crossing points?
Are there changing/shower rooms?
Yes, just a few metres from the finish line at Martigny Expo, in Martigny's Stade d'Octodure.
Is it possible to eat on the course?
Of course, everything will be there to help you cross the finish line in the best conditions!
Are there pacemakers to help me reach my goals?
Are there any time limits or time barriers?
Yes, for safety reasons, runners must comply with the neutralization times. These are the times at which it will no longer be possible to continue the race from the checkpoint concerned. Failure to pass the checkpoints before the times defined below will result in the participant being disqualified from the race and not appearing in the event rankings.
Time barriers :
> Marathon :
> Half-Marathon :
> 10km :
> 5km :
The closing times for race finishes are as follows:
Où can I consult the regulations?
Find the rules here.
When and where can I see my results?
Your results will be available on mso.swiss on the day of the event.
There will also be a live follow-up for your loved ones.
Are there any rankings?
Yes the categories are as follows:
New: the festive and sporting race modes are combined. All participants will be able to see their stopwatch and appear in the rankings.
Marathon
Half marathon
10km
10km walking: sorted alphabetically only
5km
Kids
Minirathon :
Semi-minirathon & Familyrathon :
Children taking part in the Half-Minirathon will be timed individually, but no ranking will be established, either by category or by performance.
Results will be published in alphabetical order only.
The aim is to promote participation, the pleasure of running and the festive spirit of the event, rather than competition.
Costume contest: prizes awarded to the 3 best costumes of the day, at the end of the Saturday and Sunday prize-giving ceremonies.
Prize-giving times will be announced in the runner's guide and on our networks.
Where can I get my medal?
The finisher medal will be given to you at the finish. As soon as you arrive, you will be able to tell it to yourself (rightly so), because yes, you did it!
Where can I view my photos?
You can order your photos directly on our partner's page www.kuva.swiss. Please note that you can benefit from a preferential rate if you pre-order your photos when you register.
Can my companions come on the whole course?
Yes, it is possible to come and encourage the runners on the course. Please note that the roads are closed and access is recommended by soft mobility (train, bike, scooters, others).
Can my companions come to the start and/or finish of the race?
Yes, it is possible to come and encourage the runners at the start and finish of the races.
How can I become an MTVS volunteer?
The BCVS Marathon des terroirs du Valais is above all a unique adventure lived through the smiles of the volunteers!
A great atmosphere and, of course, gifts and dinner to thank you for your commitment. Registration opens in January 2026.
Become a volunteer
We are happy to answer all your questions. Don't hesitate to contact us at info@rd-events.ch