• 100% women's trail running course in Chamonix
  • 100% women's trail running course in Chamonix
  • 100% women's trail running course in Chamonix
  • 100% women's trail running course in Chamonix
  • 100% women's trail running course in Chamonix
  • 100% women's trail running course in Chamonix
  • 100% women's trail running course in Chamonix
  • 100% women's trail running course in Chamonix
  • 100% women's trail running course in Chamonix marion - verified review - september 2024
  • 100% women's trail running course in Chamonix marion - verified review - september 2024
  • 100% women's trail running course in Chamonix marion - verified review - september 2024
  • 100% women's trail running course in Chamonix marion - verified review - september 2024
  • 100% women's trail running course in Chamonix marion - verified review - september 2024
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc / Mont Blanc Massif

100% women's trail running course in Chamonix

5/5 (3 reviews)
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In summary

  • Sports
    Trail running
  • Duration
    3 days
  • Level
    Intermediate

    Levels

    Trail running
    Beginner
    For those looking to discover trail running. You run for one hour twice a week and have no particular mountain experience. You will cover distances of 10 to 15 km, with an elevation gain of around 800 m per day, on smooth trails or alpine pastures.
    Intermediate
    For those with an UTMB Index of 350 (as a reference point), you will run twice a week and complete a few long runs. You will undertake 4–5 hour outings covering roughly 15 to 20 km per day, with 1,000 m of elevation gain on narrow trails.
    Confirmed
    For those with an UTMB Index of 450 or higher (as a guideline), you will run 2 to 3 times a week, including at least one long run. You will complete 4- to 6-hour outings covering approximately 25 km and 1,500 m of elevation gain per day, traversing runnable trails, alpine pastures, and narrow paths.
    Advanced
    You have an UTMB Index of 500 or higher and run 3 to 4 times a week, including at least one long run. You have previously completed trail runs of at least 30 km with 1,700 m of elevation gain. You will be undertaking daily 7-hour outings covering approximately 35 km and 2,000 m of elevation gain across varied terrain, including runnable trails, alpine pastures, scree slopes, and snow patches.
    Expert
    You have an UTMB Index of 550 or higher and run 4 to 5 times a week, including one long run (2–3 hours). You have previously completed trail runs of at least 40 km with 2,000 m of elevation gain. You will undertake outings lasting approximately 8 hours, covering around 35 km and 2,500 m of elevation gain per day across scree slopes, ridges, off-trail terrain, snow patches, and more.
  • Destination
    Chamonix-Mont-Blanc / Mont Blanc Massif
  • Age
    From the age of 18
  • CO₂-Emissions
    35.08 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group
  • Languages
    French
    English

In a few words

Immerse yourself in the heart of the mountains for three days dedicated to training and sharing experiences with other female trail runners. You'll stay in a high-end 3-star hotel with a spa, located in the center of Chamonix. You'll enjoy talks and workshops specifically designed to address women's trail running training, while fostering enriching exchanges in a supportive and friendly atmosphere. The outings, designed to be adapted to different levels, allow everyone to fully enjoy the trails . Easily accessible, the hotel is just steps from Chamonix train station.

The highlights

  • 3 days of trail running and sharing among female trail runners to improve together
  • Conferences on women's trail running training
  • Time for discussion and sharing among the girls during this 100% female training camp
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Sport

Level

Trail running

Intermediate

Levels

Trail running
Beginner
For those looking to discover trail running. You run for one hour twice a week and have no particular mountain experience. You will cover distances of 10 to 15 km, with an elevation gain of around 800 m per day, on smooth trails or alpine pastures.
Intermediate
For those with an UTMB Index of 350 (as a reference point), you will run twice a week and complete a few long runs. You will undertake 4–5 hour outings covering roughly 15 to 20 km per day, with 1,000 m of elevation gain on narrow trails.
Confirmed
For those with an UTMB Index of 450 or higher (as a guideline), you will run 2 to 3 times a week, including at least one long run. You will complete 4- to 6-hour outings covering approximately 25 km and 1,500 m of elevation gain per day, traversing runnable trails, alpine pastures, and narrow paths.
Advanced
You have an UTMB Index of 500 or higher and run 3 to 4 times a week, including at least one long run. You have previously completed trail runs of at least 30 km with 1,700 m of elevation gain. You will be undertaking daily 7-hour outings covering approximately 35 km and 2,000 m of elevation gain across varied terrain, including runnable trails, alpine pastures, scree slopes, and snow patches.
Expert
You have an UTMB Index of 550 or higher and run 4 to 5 times a week, including one long run (2–3 hours). You have previously completed trail runs of at least 40 km with 2,000 m of elevation gain. You will undertake outings lasting approximately 8 hours, covering around 35 km and 2,500 m of elevation gain per day across scree slopes, ridges, off-trail terrain, snow patches, and more.
For those with an UTMB Index of 350 (as a reference point), you will run twice a week and complete a few long runs. You will undertake 4–5 hour outings covering roughly 15 to 20 km per day, with 1,000 m of elevation gain on narrow trails.

The expert's opinion

Prerequisites: You regularly run (at least two 1.5-hour runs per week), with the occasional long run/hike of more than 3 hours on varied terrain. You occasionally participate in other endurance sports (cycling, cross-country skiing, hiking, etc.).

Technical terrain: Rolling trails, alpine pastures, some small paths or short traverses across scree slopes. Possibility of crossing a ridge or a slightly exposed ledge.

UTMB Index required: 300

The UTMB index level is given as a guide and indicates, according to our team, the score to reach to get the most out of this training course. More info on the UTMB index

In figures

Trail and road running

  • Average duration/day: 4h30
  • Average distance/day: 17 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 934 m
  • Average daily descent: 934 m

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 4 to 8 people
Languages ​​spoken:
French
English
Accompagnatrice en moyenne montagne

You will be accompanied by a mountain guide specializing in trail running.

Management

Security

The trails are safe and the leader makes sure to keep the group together throughout the outings.
Learn more about supervision

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
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    Welcome, trail run and conference on women's training (17 km — 900 m elevation gain)

    • Activity Trail and road running
    • Duration of the activity 4h
    • Distance 17 km
    • Positive elevation gain 900 m
    • Negative elevation 900 m
    • Accommodation 3-star hotel
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch included
    • Dinner included

    Arrival at 10:30 am at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc train station.


    10:30-11:00: Presentation of the internship and the program over these 3 days.


    11:30am-4:30pm: Acclimatization trail run towards Brévent with a picnic in the mountains.

    Throughout the outing, you will be supervised by a trail coach who will give you advice on managing your outings and on techniques to improve your trail running.


    4:30pm: Check-in for 3 days in our accommodation located in the heart of Chamonix.


    5:30 PM: Conference on the theme “Adapting your trail running training to women’s specific needs” . The conference will be followed by a Q&A session to answer your questions about women’s training.


    8 p.m.: Dinner

    Day 1

Note

The mileage and elevation gain mentioned are only indicative. The guides may need to modify this program, particularly depending on weather conditions, the physical and technical level of the participants, or any other unforeseen event.

Accommodation

🏨 3-star hotel - Days 1 to 2
  • 🏨 3-star hotel - Days 1 to 2
  • 🏨 3-star hotel - Days 1 to 2
  • 🏨 3-star hotel - Days 1 to 2
  • 🏨 3-star hotel - Days 1 to 2
🏨 3-star hotel - Days 1 to 2

For this training camp, we will be staying in a hotel with a spa and swimming pool in Chamonix. We will be accommodated in rooms for 3, 4, or 5 people, each with its own bathroom. In the evenings, after our days of trail running in the mountains, you can enjoy the spa and the hotel's common areas.

Access

Departure
Chamonix, France
Day 1 : 10h30
End of stay
Chamonix, France
Day 3 - 15h30

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toGare de Chamonix
Access by car
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Price details

The price includes

  1. Supervision by a mountain guide specializing in trail running
  2. Full board from evening of Day 1 to lunchtime on Day 3
  3. Accommodation in a shared triple or quadruple room
  4. The conferences
  5. Access to the spa one evening

The price does not include

  1. Lunch on Day 1
  2. Access to the spa outside of the reserved time slot
  3. Drinks and personal expenses
  4. Your transportation to the meeting point and from the end-of-internship location

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities

Specifics

Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).


In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.

It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.


ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.

Equipment

Equipment to bring

  1. A 5 to 15L backpack
  2. Spare shoes
  3. Trail running shoes
  4. A pair of sunglasses
  5. A plastic bag for waste
  6. Bars, dried fruit...
  7. A little cash
  8. A toiletry bag
  9. A bath towel
  10. A pocket knife
  11. Earplugs or ear balls
  12. A headlamp
  13. Trail running poles if you wish

Clothing to bring

  1. A waterproof or windproof jacket
  2. A warm long-sleeved top
  3. Tights or long trousers in the bag
  4. Trail-specific socks
  5. A hat and thin gloves
  6. A change of clothes for the duration of the internship
  7. An outfit for after the race

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5/5
(3 reviews)
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Alice

september 2025
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Fantastic stay, amazing guide, very comfortable hotel. Can't wait to book my next sporting challenge!
Published on 08/10/2025
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Louise

september 2025
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An incredible stay, it was absolutely perfect!
Published on 05/10/2025
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marion

september 2024
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They traveled with us

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5/5
(3 reviews)
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Alice

september 2025
Translated from French
Fantastic stay, amazing guide, very comfortable hotel. Can't wait to book my next sporting challenge!
Published on 08/10/2025
L

Louise

september 2025
Translated from French
An incredible stay, it was absolutely perfect!
Published on 05/10/2025
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marion

september 2024
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Published on 17/09/2024
The Clément team
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The Clément team

4.9/5 (66 reviews) • 60 stays
Specializing in organizing trail running trips and training camps since 2016, our local partner invites you to explore the most beautiful trails in France by running. Their team of instructors, comprised of high-level trail runners and certified mountain guides, puts their expertise at your service to help you progress. Whether you're a beginner looking to get started or an expert seeking an intense weekend or a race reconnaissance, each itinerary is designed to adapt to your pace. From multi-day trips to technical training camps, the goal remains the same: to share the secrets of the sport and optimize your performance in the heart of exceptional terrain.
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