What we’re about
The Hash House Harriers are an international group without any formal rules or organization, with thousands of groups in most major cities.
It's a social running group (although with many walkers) that focuses on the social element and not taking things too seriously. The reality is, it means different things to different people – from getting in a decent (and interesting) run, to walking a dog, or simply getting outside and having a beer (or two). Everyone is welcome.
We meet every Thursday, and on the first Saturday and third Sunday of the month. Each week, someone different hosts (so it's always a little different in venue, route, theme and start point). Anybody can join by showing up at the designated meeting point.
We urge you to join. If you have questions, just turn up and ask them.
We aim to bring together people who want to socialise, enjoy nonsense and have a bit of exercise at the same time. It's a great forum to meet new people (and have the option to run away from anyone boring!). There are all shapes & sizes, races, ages, intelligence and fitness levels.
We cater to young and old, fast or slow, fit or 'not-so-fit'! The main prerequisites are a sense of humour, open-mindedness and a general sense of fun. We are mainly English-speaking but most of us can speak (some) German.. the annoyingly clever Swiss members are typically fluent in many languages!
There is always alcohol (which is part of the 'hash' tradition) and snacks at the end of our poor excuses for runs (covered by 5CHF), along with non-alcoholic alternatives for the real athletes and those who just prefer not to.
Plenty more information can be found on www.zh3.ch and on the Meetup information page or each event (which usually has a loose theme, but are all pretty similar, involving following/finding trail (the route) using markings on the ground).
If we do not accept your Meetup request immediately, give us some time, we will be on-on it shortly. Don't be afraid to just turn up and complain in person if this happens to you. You will be more than welcome.
Any questions? (how would you like my finger in your ear?). If that amuses you even slightly, you will fit in perfectly!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- ZH3 Hash # 1667: Hash Camp Out 2025Murg Bahnhof, Murg
Annual (budget, bring your own) hash camp-out.
This week's awesome Hare is the person with the fanciest tent-
...more details soon.Where:
Murg Campsite
Camp site about 1h15mins from Zurich. Regular trains throughout the day from Zürich HB.When:
Whole fringing weekend.
Friday 18 - Sunday 20 JulyBring:
Everything you might need for camping!! Tent, sleeping bag, sleeping mat, camping chair, food, drink, fun!!Trail:
Potentially on Saturday 19 July to allow day trippers to participate.There's a charge of CHF 0 for participating, which covers nothing.
All Welcome:
If you are new, curious, and want to get out of the house, stretch your legs, talk shit, enjoy a drink, and hopefully a laugh, then here's what you need to know:
• Physical fitness is not required, but a sense of humor is useful.
• The aim is to find the 'Beer Stop' at the end of the 'trail' and have fun.
• 'True Trail' is typically 4-7 km. Some will go less (especially those walking or walk/running) and some over-achieving fast runners will go further.
• The 'Hare', which changes each event, cleverly lays the trail (typically with flour marks) so that everyone reaches the end at the same time.
• There is always a place to deposit your bag and sometimes a place to change.
• After Trail, we group for ~30-45 minutes for drinks, snacks and some fun. This 'Circle' is typically outside, so leave something warm in your bag in winter (and bring a flashlight when it's dark).Why bother leaving your warm sofa?
If you enjoy getting outside, being around people, and doing something a bit different, you will probably enjoy hashing.'Hashing' and the idea of some physical activity to work up a thirst, have been around for almost 90 years and there are groups (Hashs) in most major cities. Its humor and 'traditions' can be explored on the internet - or you can just come along and find out. See you there.
We are of many nationalities, all ages, full of misfits and idiots (at least there is no one taking themselves seriously!) and always welcome newbies 'Virgin Hashers' and visitors from other groups.
For more about Zürich Hash House Harriers, check out www.zh3.ch ( http://www.zh3.ch/ ) - ZH3 Hash #1661 - Camp Out; Drown with a View HashBahnhof Murg, Murg
Climbydia & Slippery to hare
Sunday hash moved to Saturday - to take place during Camp out. Day trippers welcome or join the camp-out fun (no fee)
Where:
Murg Campsite
Camp site about 1h15mins from Zurich. Regular trains throughout the day from Zürich HB.Meet at 1:45pm to start at 2:00pm. There will be a charge of CHF5.00 for participating.
Here's what you need to know about the Hash:
• The aim of the hash is to find the beer stop at the end and have fun.
• "True" trail is typically 6-7km.
• The pace within the group varies from dead-slow movers (we call them DFLs) to over-achieving fast runners (we call them FRBs)
• The "hare" cleverly lays the trail so that everyone reaches the end at the same time.
• If you are a slow runner, you will clock around 7kms.
• If you are a quick runner you will clock around 10kms.
• If you are a walker you will be dedicated to the cause, ignore trail and take the shortest route possible to get to the beer.
• There is always a place to deposit your bag and often a place to change.
• There is a charge of CHF5 for participating (and includes beer and snacks).
• If you like fun, drinking and doing something a bit different you will probably enjoy hashing. Humourless people need not apply.For more about Zürich Hash House Harriers, check out www.zh3.ch ( http://www.zh3.ch/ )
Want to know more about the origins of hashing? follow this link ( https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hash_House_Harriers )
