Welcome
to Special Olympics Switzerland
The vision of Special Olympics is to create an inclusive world through the power of sport, where people with intellectual disabilities can lead active, healthy, and fulfilling lives.
About us
Special Olympics Switzerland opens up access to movement, play, and sport for people with intellectual disabilities.
They experience respect and appreciation and enjoy unforgettable moments. Through sport, they develop both physically and personally and fully realize their strengths.
Get Involved
Become part of the movement: Whether in sports, in the organization, in the Family Network, or as a partner, there are many ways to get involved. With your commitment, donation, or support, you open up new opportunities for athletes, promote their athletic development, and make unforgettable experiences possible.
Sport
Discover our diverse range of sports and exercise programs: from low-threshold taster courses such as the Discovery Days, to one- to multi-day competitions in your sport, to training and further education modules. Here you will find what suits you.
Sport changes lives – join us!
For our athletes, sport is far more than just movement: It strengthens body and mind, sustainably promotes personal development, and creates a true community.
With your donation, you make regular sports and exercise programs, new friendships, and unforgettable goosebump moments possible – from small regional competitions and Discovery Days to the National Games or even the World Games.
Help change lives – your support makes a difference!
Impactful Stories
Here you will find all exciting insights about Special Olympics Switzerland: from current competitions and inspiring blog posts to emotional success stories of our athletes. Let their stories inspire you!
Coca-Cola Inclusion Run
At the Coca-Cola Inclusion Run, enthusiastic runners make a statement for inclusion. The focus of the run…
06.04.2026
Curling Highlight in Bern
On March 15, 16 teams from all over Switzerland competed against each other in the curling hall…
25.03.2026
First ski race on the Frutt
On March 21, 2026, the first race organized by Schneesport mit Herz took place on Melchsee-Frutt in…
24.03.2026
Why Dignity Matters
Last night, Timothy Shriver, Chairman of Special Olympics International, gave an inspiring talk at the Europa Institute…
20.03.2026
Playing Jass with heart – for a good cause
What a special series of encounters: Over the past few months, we have been able to count…
20.03.2026
Silja’s path onto the ice – when dreams are stronger than limits
A look through the window Some dreams begin quietly. For Silja, it all started with a look…
19.03.2026
Kick-off for Switzerland 2029
Dr. Timothy Shriver, Chairman of Special Olympics International, visits Switzerland – three years before the Special Olympics…
19.03.2026
An important day for coaches
On Saturday, March 14, 2026, the information day for the National Summer Games Zug 2026 took place—an…
17.03.2026
Nyon Swim Meet
On Sunday, March 8, a lively swim meet took place at the Cossy swimming pool in Nyon….
09.03.2026
Record participation at the 5th Geneva tennis tournament
On February 21, the fifth edition of the Geneva tournament took place at TC Veyrier Grand-Donzel—once again…
04.03.2026
Gommerlauf 2026
On March 1, 2026, the Nordic Center Ulrichen in Obergoms once again became the venue for the…
02.03.2026
National A-Judo Day
On February 21, 2026, Weinfelden became the meeting point for the Swiss A-Judo community: more than 70…
26.02.2026
Upcoming Events
Competitions, international competitions, training and development, as well as Games offer countless opportunities throughout the year to be part of Special Olympics Switzerland.
Our Partners
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