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Trail running
In Chamonix, trail running takes on an epic dimension! Explore a unique playground in the Alps, featuring picturesque landscapes and breathtaking panoramas.
The Mont Blanc Massif, with its glaciers and high altitude peaks, makes Chamonix Mont Blanc a special place for trail running. Trail running events like the Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc have become iconic running races, attracting trail runners from all over the world. For those with a passion for running, the Chamonix Valley provides an exceptional backdrop for trail runs. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced trail runner, the alpine setting offers everything from leisurely trail runs in charming villages to off-road runs in the high alps. The terrain varies from steep singletrack to panoramic trail accessible by cable cars and lifts.
At the foothills of the Alps, you can conquer trails with steep ascents and swift descents, accumulating significant elevation gain and pushing your endurance to the limits. With the guidance of a mountain guide, you can benefit from tailored workouts and training plans, which are a real lifeline for trail runners. Whether you are preparing for an ultra marathon, an ultrarunning race or your very first trail run, the Chamonix back country trails in the French Alps are a milestone for you. Surrounded by high peaks soaring above 4,000 meters, set off a winner mind set and cross the finish line of your upcoming running race.
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Duration (d):
1
Duration
1 day
1 day
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57€
57€
Ultra-trail by night: from dusk to dawn. An adventure under the stars
Difficulty:
Level 1: You have never practiced.
Level 2: You have some initial experience.
Level 3: You practice occasionally.
Level 4: You practice regularly.
Level 5: You have a sustained practice.
Duration (d):
5
Duration
5 days
5 days
Price from:
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1145€
1145€
The iconic hiking itinerary covers 160 kilometers with a total elevation gain of 10,000 meters
Fitness:
Physical Level 1: For individuals who engage in occasional physical activity, positive elevation gain up to 250m or distance up to 5km.
Physical Level 2: For individuals who engage in regular physical activity, positive elevation gain up to 500m or distance up to 10km.
Physical Level 3: For individuals who engage in regular endurance activities, positive elevation gain up to 1000m or distance up to 20km or multi-day routes without carrying personal belongings.
Physical Level 4: For individuals who engage in regular endurance activities, positive elevation gain up to 1400m or distance up to 25km or multi-day routes with carrying personal belongings.
Physical Level 5: For individuals who engage in intensive endurance activities, positive elevation gain exceeding 1400m or distance exceeding 25km.
Technique:
Technical Level 1: For walkers, capable of navigating wide mountain trails suitable for vehicles.
Technical Level 2: For occasional hikers, capable of navigating non-technical mountain trails.
Technical Level 3: For regular hikers, capable of navigating slightly uneven mountain trails with roots or rocks.
Technical Level 4: For experienced hikers, capable of navigating rugged mountain trails with boulders, large steps, or exposed sections.
Technical Level 5: For seasoned hikers, capable of navigating off-trail routes or mountain trails with equipped sections, such as cables or ladders.
Comfort :
Level 1. The comfort of your stay is minimalist. You sleep in a tent and carry your personal belongings throughout the stay.
Level 2. The comfort of your stay is limited. You mostly sleep in refuges or hostels, in dormitories, and carry your personal belongings throughout the stay.
Level 3. The comfort of your stay is intermediate. You mostly sleep in refuges, hostels, or hotels, in dormitories. Assistance is provided for the transport of your personal belongings, when possible.
Level 4. The comfort of your stay is high. You mostly sleep in hotels, in rooms. Assistance is provided for the transport of your personal belongings, when possible.
Level 5. The comfort of your stay is very high. You mostly sleep in 3- or 4-star hotels in rooms. Assistance is provided for the transport of your personal belongings, when possible.
Duration (d):
1
Duration
1 day
1 day
Price from:
Price from
57€
57€
Discover the most beautiful locations in the Mont Blanc massif during a day of trail running with a mountain specialist
Difficulty:
Level 1: You have never practiced.
Level 2: You have some initial experience.
Level 3: You practice occasionally.
Level 4: You practice regularly.
Level 5: You have a sustained practice.
Duration (d):
1
Duration
1 day
1 day
Price from:
Price from
57€
57€
Discover the mountain at night, with a headlamp, while enjoying a magnificent sunset facing Mont Blanc
Difficulty:
Level 1: You have never practiced.
Level 2: You have some initial experience.
Level 3: You practice occasionally.
Level 4: You practice regularly.
Level 5: You have a sustained practice.
Duration (d):
2
Duration
2 days
2 days
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150€
150€
2 days of mountain immersion with the goal of getting your body used to the specific effort of ascents and descents
Fitness:
Physical Level 1: For individuals who engage in occasional physical activity, positive elevation gain up to 250m or distance up to 5km.
Physical Level 2: For individuals who engage in regular physical activity, positive elevation gain up to 500m or distance up to 10km.
Physical Level 3: For individuals who engage in regular endurance activities, positive elevation gain up to 1000m or distance up to 20km or multi-day routes without carrying personal belongings.
Physical Level 4: For individuals who engage in regular endurance activities, positive elevation gain up to 1400m or distance up to 25km or multi-day routes with carrying personal belongings.
Physical Level 5: For individuals who engage in intensive endurance activities, positive elevation gain exceeding 1400m or distance exceeding 25km.
Technique:
Technical Level 1: For walkers, capable of navigating wide mountain trails suitable for vehicles.
Technical Level 2: For occasional hikers, capable of navigating non-technical mountain trails.
Technical Level 3: For regular hikers, capable of navigating slightly uneven mountain trails with roots or rocks.
Technical Level 4: For experienced hikers, capable of navigating rugged mountain trails with boulders, large steps, or exposed sections.
Technical Level 5: For seasoned hikers, capable of navigating off-trail routes or mountain trails with equipped sections, such as cables or ladders.