• Tour of Monte Rosa by trail running: a wild trek in Switzerland
  • Tour of Monte Rosa by trail running: a wild trek in Switzerland
  • Tour of Monte Rosa by trail running: a wild trek in Switzerland
  • Tour of Monte Rosa by trail running: a wild trek in Switzerland
  • Tour of Monte Rosa by trail running: a wild trek in Switzerland
  • Tour of Monte Rosa by trail running: a wild trek in Switzerland
  • Tour of Monte Rosa by trail running: a wild trek in Switzerland
  • Tour of Monte Rosa by trail running: a wild trek in Switzerland
Monte Rosa Massif / Valais

Tour of Monte Rosa by trail running: a wild trek in Switzerland

Réf : YBZKDN

In summary

  • Sports
    Trail running
  • Duration
    6 days
  • Level
    Confirmed

    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
    Monte Rosa Massif / Valais
  • Age
    From 18 - 90 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    85.39 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

Embark on a unique trail running experience in the heart of the Alps, between Switzerland and Italy. Starting in Zermatt , you'll traverse diverse trails through glaciers, mountain passes, and alpine valleys , with the Matterhorn and the iconic peaks of the Valais region as your backdrop. This comprehensive and demanding route is designed for experienced trail runners who love wide-open spaces and technical terrain. On the first day, cross the Théodule Glacier with expert guidance before reaching the Italian side. Each stage offers spectacular scenery and varied terrain: high-altitude pastures, technical trails, flowing sections, and seemingly endless descents into the valleys.

With over 160 km and 10,000 m of elevation gain , this adventure is perfect for those preparing for an ultra or dreaming of total immersion in the high mountains . Luggage is transported daily to allow you to run light, and accommodations offer comfort and rest after exertion.

An exceptional stay combining performance, alpine immersion and the pleasure of trail running , to fully experience the mountains.

The highlights

  • Crossing the Théodule glacier with a Swiss high-mountain guide
  • The most beautiful panoramas of the Alps: Matterhorn, Lyskamm, Monte Rosa
  • The comfort of accommodation each night and luggage transport
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Sport

Level

Trail running

Confirmed

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 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.

In figures

Trail and road running

  • Average distance/day: 25 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 1450 m

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 5 to 7 people
Languages ​​spoken:
🇫🇷
French
🇬🇧
English
Supervisor

Mountain guide specializing in trail running

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
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    Zermatt → Champoluc via the Theodule glacier (21 km — 1,000 m elevation gain)

    • Activity Trail and road running
    • Distance 21 km
    • Positive elevation gain 1000 m
    • Accommodation Refuge
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    Arrival in Täsch then ascent by train and cable car to Trockener Steg.

    Departure on the Théodule glacier, accompanied by a high mountain guide, before crossing over to the Italian side.

    A first day at altitude between snow and rock, panoramas of the Matterhorn and descent towards Champoluc.

    Day 1

Accommodation

During this stay, you will sleep in several different accommodations.

Access

Departure
Täsch, Suisse
Day 1 : 08h00
End of stay
Täsch, Suisse
Day 6 - 14h00

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toTäsch

Täsch is accessible by train from Geneva (3h30) or Lausanne (2h50), which are themselves accessible by TGV Lyria from France.

Access by car
Travel to the place of stay with parking available

Several parking lots are available in Täsch

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Price details

The price includes

  1. The trip will be supervised by a mountain guide specializing in trail running.
  2. Accommodation in a 3-star hotel and a mountain refuge
  3. Full board from dinner on Day 1 to lunch on Day 6
  4. The transfers planned in the program
  5. Luggage transport
  6. Access to the spa for the evening of Day 3

The price does not include

  1. Lunch on Day 1
  2. Transportation to the meeting point and from the end-of-internship location
  3. Drinks and personal expenses

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

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The Clément team
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The Clément team

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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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