The Corrida Raiffeisen, a popular Christmas run, goes through the decorated streets of Neuchâtel. It starts from Place des Halles on Saturday 5 December 2026.
The story
Neuchâtel’s first Christmas Corrida took place in December 2016. The city then announced nearly 1,000 runners. Refreshments and entertainment awaited the public on Place des Halles.
SportPlus relaunched the race in 2022. By 2023, it carried the name of its sponsor, Banque Raiffeisen Neuchâtel et Vallées. That year, it also introduced its mascot Coda, drawn by Neuchâtel illustrator Céline Simoni.
The 2025 edition took place on 6 December, St Nicholas Day. The canton of Neuchâtel describes it as a popular festival that has become a tradition. Children run in the afternoon and adults in the evening.
Who organises it
SportPlus organises the Corrida. Carolane Otz directs SportPlus. Banque Raiffeisen Neuchâtel et Vallées supports the race and gives it its name.
What to find
The youngest runners, the “minis” and “chicks”, run about 550 metres. Older runners cover 6.8 km on a historic route through the old town. A 6.8 km Nordic walking route is also offered.
A parade of Father and Mother Christmases livens up the evening. Each entry includes a compostable race bib, a medal, timing and hot tea at the finish.
New for 2026, every participant receives a neck warmer. Finishers receive a small gingerbread figure. Entry is free up to age 16 for young customers of Banque Raiffeisen Neuchâtel et Vallées, and 50% off from 17 to 25.
Practical information
- Dates, Saturday 5 December 2026
- Venue, Place des Halles, 2000 Neuchâtel
- Prices, from CHF 5 per person, CHF 5 surcharge on race day
- Tickets, online registration at corrida-raiffeisen.ch
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Links
- Official site, Corrida Raiffeisen
- Sponsor, Banque Raiffeisen Neuchâtel et Vallées
- All events across French-speaking Switzerland, Genève Infos Agenda
Sources
- Switzerland Tourism, Running Christmas Corrida, accessed on 14 November 2026
- Jura & Three-Lakes, Christmas Corrida, accessed on 14 November 2026
- Banque Raiffeisen Neuchâtel et Vallées, Corrida Raiffeisen, your last challenge of the year, accessed on 14 November 2026
- City of Neuchâtel, 2016 Christmas events press release, accessed on 14 November 2026
- City of Neuchâtel, N magazine, 29 November 2023, accessed on 14 November 2026
- Canton of Neuchâtel, sport newsletter, November 2025, accessed on 14 November 2026
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