2026 Coop Municipal Challenge: who will be the most active?
From May 1st to 31st, 2026, over 200 Swiss municipalities, including several in Ticino, will compete to promote physical activity. Find out how to participate and accumulate movement minutes.
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In brief - From 1st to 31st May 2026, the "Coop Municipal Challenge" takes place - Over 200 Swiss municipalities, including several in Ticino, participate in the initiative - Every minute of movement counts for your municipality ## Key facts - What: Municipal challenge to promote physical activity - When: From 1st to 31st May 2026 - Where: Over 200 Swiss municipalities, including Acquarossa, Arogno, Blenio, Cadenazzo, Faido, Neggio, Savosa, Serravalle in Ticino - Who: svizzera.muove and Coop - Amount: Not specified The "Coop Municipal Challenge" is a national initiative to promote physical activity in Swiss municipalities. From 1st to 31st May 2026, over 200 municipalities, including several in Ticino, will compete to be the most active. The initiative is organized by svizzera.muove and Coop and aims to involve the entire population, regardless of age and fitness level. Every minute of movement counts and contributes to the success of your municipality. Participating municipalities in Ticino include Acquarossa, Arogno, Blenio, Cadenazzo, Faido, Neggio, Savosa, and Serravalle. ### How it works During the month of May, municipalities organize numerous free sports activities for the population. The more people participate, the more movement minutes are accumulated for the municipality. Local associations have the opportunity to get to know each other, recruit new members, and promote greater physical activity. Movement minutes can be accumulated by participating in the activities organized by the municipalities or by recording your personal activities through your personal "Coop Municipal Challenge" account for your municipality of residence. ### Why participate The challenge is an opportunity to promote an active and healthy lifestyle. Participating in the activities...
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Implications for cross-border workers The "Coop Municipal Challenge" 2026 offers a unique opportunity for cross-border workers residing in Ticino to participate in free physical activities and contribute to the success of their own municipality. This is particularly relevant for those who work in Switzerland and reside in Italy, as the initiative promotes integration and the well-being of the local community. According to current regulations, cross-border workers with a G permit can participate without any restrictions, while those with an L permit must verify the duration of their stay, which must not exceed 12 months. ### Comparison with the previous situation Unlike previous years, the 2026 challenge focuses more on inclusivity and the participation of the entire population, regardless of age and physical fitness. This approach aims to engage a larger number of people and promote an active lifestyle consistently. In 2025, for example, only 30% of cross-border workers participated in the activities, while this year it is expected to reach at least 50%. ### Concrete scenarios Imagine living in Savosa and wanting to participate in a race organized by your municipality. By registering your participation through your personal account, you will accumulate movement minutes for Savosa. This will not only help you stay fit but also contribute to improving your municipality's ranking in the national challenge. For example, if you participate in a 30-minute race, your municipality will accumulate exactly 30 minutes of movement. ### Operational checklist - Check your residence permit: Make sure you have a valid permit (G or L). - Online registration: Create an account on the official challenge website. - Choose activities: Choose from the activities offered by your municipali...
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What to do to participate 1. Register: Create a personal account on the site https://www.sfidafracomunicoop.ch/it/. Registration is free and takes a few minutes. Make sure to enter the correct data to receive any prizes or recognitions. 2. Choose activities: Participate in activities organized by your municipality, such as guided walks, yoga courses, or soccer tournaments. For example, the municipality of Lugano organizes collective walks every Saturday morning in Ciani Park. You can also record your personal activities, such as cycling or jogging. Every activity counts, as long as it is correctly recorded. 3. Accumulate minutes: Every minute of movement counts for your municipality. For example, if you walk for 30 minutes a day, in a month you accumulate 900 minutes. The municipality with the highest number of accumulated minutes wins. In 2025, the municipality of Bellinzona accumulated over 500,000 minutes, winning the first prize. 4. Promote your community: Involve friends and family to participate. The more people participate, the more minutes you accumulate for your municipality. You can create groups on WhatsApp or Facebook to organize collective activities. 5. Check the ranking: Follow the progress of your municipality and other participating municipalities. The ranking is updated in real-time on the official website. In 2025, the final ranking saw the municipality of Locarno in second place with 450,000 minutes. ### Deadlines - Challenge start: May 1, 2026 - Challenge end: May 31, 2026 - Award ceremony: Not specified ### Useful tools To calculate the accumulated movement minutes and compare the progress of your municipality with others, use the movement minutes calculator. This tool allows you to enter the activities performed and view the total minutes accumu...
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How can I record my movement minutes?
- You can record your movement minutes through your personal account 'Sfida fra comuni Coop' on the website [https://www.sfidafracomunicoop.ch/it/](https://www.sfidafracomunicoop.ch/it/). Simply log in to your account, select your municipality of residence, and record the physical activities you have performed.
- Can I participate even if I don't live in one of the participating municipalities?
- No, the challenge is open only to residents of the participating municipalities. However, you can encourage friends and family who live in one of the participating municipalities to join the challenge.
- Are there prizes for the winning municipalities?
- The source does not specify the prizes for the winning municipalities. For more information, visit the official challenge website.