Säntis Classic takes place on Sun, Jun 13, 2027 in Weinfelden, Switzerland. The main route is 130 km.
- Date
- Sun, Jun 13, 2027
- Start
- Weinfelden 🇨🇭
- Distance
- 130 km
- Climbing
- 1,800 m
- Level
- Open to all
Your 36-week plan to Säntis Classic
The Base phase starts this week. Built around your fitness and adjusted every day as your form changes; attach the course and it prepares for the climbs too.
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The Säntis Classic is a popular recreational cycling event in eastern Switzerland featuring scenic routes through the Appenzellerland with a climb up the Schwägalp.
What this race demands
The Säntis Classic demands sustained climbing capability over a moderate mountain profile and strong pacing discipline across 130 kilometers of terrain in eastern Switzerland.
Climbing volume
Athletes must manage 1800 meters of elevation gain, requiring efficient climbing technique and muscular endurance, particularly on the ascent up the Schwägalp.
Aerobic endurance
The 130-kilometer distance requires a well-developed aerobic engine to maintain a steady output over several hours of continuous riding.
A target intake of 60 to 90 grams of carbohydrates per hour is recommended to sustain energy levels for the duration of the ride.
What would it take you?
Pick the level closest to yours for an estimate of finish time on this course and the training a solid preparation needs.
Estimated finish
5:30–6:35
Peak-week training
6–8 h/week
A model estimate from distance, climbing and level, not a promise. Conditions, drafting and pacing move it.
IntervalCoach turns those weekly hours into a concrete plan built around your actual fitness. Start with this race as your goal
Your road to race day
Race day at Säntis Classic is 36 weeks away. This is how a coach divides that time. The first phase starts now.
01Base24 weeks · Oct 5, 2026 – Mar 21, 2027
Aerobic foundation: mostly steady endurance work that grows the aerobic engine and the durability the later phases stand on.
02Build6 weeks · Mar 22, 2027 – May 2, 2027
Progressive overload: training load climbs in waves, with harder weeks stacked on the base and planned recovery weeks that let the gains land.
03Peak3 weeks · May 3, 2027 – May 23, 2027
The hardest weeks of the plan: race-specific intensity at nearly full training load, sharpening exactly what this race asks for.
04Taper2 weeks · May 24, 2027 – Jun 6, 2027
Volume drops while intensity stays: short, sharp efforts keep the legs awake as fatigue drains away.
05Race week1 week · Jun 7, 2027 – Jun 13, 2027
Openers, rest and logistics. The work is done; the job now is arriving fresh.
Frequently asked questions
When is Säntis Classic?
Säntis Classic takes place on Sun, Jun 13, 2027 in Weinfelden, Switzerland.
How long is Säntis Classic?
The main route is 130 km.
What does Säntis Classic demand?
The Säntis Classic demands sustained climbing capability over a moderate mountain profile and strong pacing discipline across 130 kilometers of terrain in eastern Switzerland.
How much climbing does Säntis Classic have?
Säntis Classic has 1,800 m of climbing.
Who is Säntis Classic for?
Säntis Classic is open to all participants.
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