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, your donation, or your support, you open up new opportunities for athletes, promote their athletic development, and enable unforgettable experiences.
Sport
Discover our diverse range of sports and exercise activities: from low-threshold taster courses like the Discovery Days, to one- or multi-day competitions in your sport, and training and continuing education modules. Here you’ll 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.
Your donation enables regular sports and exercise programs, new friendships, and unforgettable goosebump moments – 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!
Bowling Brings People Together
On September 5, 2026 it was all about full concentration, great atmosphere, and knocking down as many…
07.09.2026
An unforgettable day at the Interlaken airfield
71 athletes were at the start of this year’s Special Olympics cycling race as part of the…
25.08.2026
Tennis Summer Cup in Cham
32 athletes from across Switzerland met on August 16 at the Tennisclub Cham for the 2026 Summer…
21.08.2026
A warm welcome to the team, Regula Keller!
We are delighted to welcome Regula Keller to Special Olympics Switzerland. She is taking over as project…
06.08.2026
Successful Climbing Debut
Three Swiss female athletes had the special opportunity to participate in the 9th National Summer Games of…
04.08.2026
Lukas Britschgi Becomes Our Ambassador
Special Olympics Switzerland is pleased to welcome top Swiss figure skater Lukas Britschgi as its new ambassador….
03.08.2026
An exciting autumn is ahead
We’re back with full energy and looking forward to our next sporting highlights: on October 3, the…
03.08.2026
Soaking up the sun and recharging our batteries
After intense and eventful months, it’s time for a short breather. Over the past weeks and months,…
17.07.2026
Lasting memories
For four days – from May 28 to 31, 2026 – the National Games Zug focused on…
07.07.2026
A successful day full of movement and encounters in Magglingen
Under radiant summer weather, we were delighted to participate in the PluSport Day in Magglingen, together with…
06.07.2026
Swiss Equestrian team excels at the Grand Prix in Monaco
The competition and the results of the weekend from June 26 to 29 are already important to…
03.07.2026
Gold for the Unified Handball Team Switzerland in Saarland
The Unified Handball Team of Special Olympics Switzerland achieved outstanding success at the National Summer Games Saarland…
02.07.2026
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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