• Trail running in Chamonix: 4 days at the foot of Mont Blanc
  • Trail running in Chamonix: 4 days at the foot of Mont Blanc
  • Trail running in Chamonix: 4 days at the foot of Mont Blanc
  • Trail running in Chamonix: 4 days at the foot of Mont Blanc
  • Trail running in Chamonix: 4 days at the foot of Mont Blanc
  • Trail running in Chamonix: 4 days at the foot of Mont Blanc
  • Trail running in Chamonix: 4 days at the foot of Mont Blanc
  • Trail running in Chamonix: 4 days at the foot of Mont Blanc
  • Trail running in Chamonix: 4 days at the foot of Mont Blanc
  • Trail running in Chamonix: 4 days at the foot of Mont Blanc
  • Trail running in Chamonix: 4 days at the foot of Mont Blanc
  • Trail running in Chamonix: 4 days at the foot of Mont Blanc
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc / Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Trail running in Chamonix: 4 days at the foot of Mont Blanc

Réf : JOMXWF

In summary

  • Sports
    Trail running
  • Duration
    4 days
  • Level
    Advance

    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 / Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
  • Age
    From the age of 18
  • CO₂-Emissions
    21.05 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

In a few words

Trail running in Chamonix offers an unforgettable experience in the heart of the Mont Blanc Valley. The challenging trails of the Mont Blanc Valley provide ideal terrain for improving your trail running skills, while the majestic mountains and spectacular glaciers create a breathtaking backdrop. Each day, you'll venture onto the Chamonix trails, discovering the valley's most beautiful spots: the Mer de Glace glacier, the Aiguilles de Chamonix peaks, the picturesque Lac Blanc, and Mont Buet await you! This trail running course requires solid mountain trail running experience. It's important to have good concentration and not suffer from vertigo, as these trails demand high levels of vigilance. But the reward is unparalleled: breathtaking views and a unique experience at the foot of Mont Blanc.

The highlights

  • 4 days with a qualified guide to improve your trail running technique
  • The spectacular view of the summit of Mont Blanc 4810 m
  • Discover the most beautiful spots in the Chamonix valley
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Sport

Level

Trail running

Advance

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.
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.

In figures

Trail and road running

  • Average duration/day: 7h
  • Average distance/day: 18 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 1375 m
  • Average daily descent: 1450 m

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Band : 1 supervisor for 1 to 10 people
Languages ​​spoken:
🇫🇷
French
Supervisor

Jean Luc and his team

Qualified guides and lovers of the great outdoors, Jean Luc and his team design immersive itineraries in the Alps and beyond. Attentive, skilled teachers, and mindful of each individual's pace, they guide you on a profound exploration of the mountains: hiking, nature, culture, and connecting with the environment. Powerful human experiences, designed to blend exertion, serenity, and wonder.


Our trail running course is led by a certified mountain guide from our team: they will provide you with the technical skills necessary for a successful stay and to help you improve your mountain trail running. Run in a small group of no more than 8 people to enjoy the most beautiful trails in a pristine natural setting.

Management

Security

The guide may need to modify the program to ensure the safety of the group depending on weather conditions, the mountain or the physical condition of the participants.

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Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4

  • Aiguillette des Houches - Col de Bellachat

    • Activity Trail and road running
    • Duration of the activity 7h
    • Distance 17 km
    • Positive elevation gain 1350 m
    • Negative elevation 1350 m
    • Accommodation Refuge
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    We will begin our ascent from Chamonix, aiming to explore new peaks, both in altitude and intensity. The Bossons and Taconnaz glaciers will unfold before us, just below the north face of Mont Blanc. We will traverse diverse landscapes, moving from dense forests to rocky terrain, adapting our pace to these different conditions. In any case, the splendor of the surrounding landscapes will remain undiminished throughout this exceptional day.


    The program is provided as a guideline and may be modified depending on weather conditions or the group's physical condition. The guide may suggest alternatives, such as a mountain pass or the ascent of another peak in the area.

    Day 1

Accommodation

🏔️ Mountain refuge - Days 1 to 3

Night in a mountain refuge in the Chamonix Mont-Blanc valley, in dormitory rooms.

Access

Departure
Chamonix
Day 1 : 08h15
End of stay
Chamonix
Day 4 - 16h00

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toGare de Chamonix
By train to Chamonix station, TGV possible to Annecy;
Access by car
Travel to the place of stay with parking available
by motorway to Chamonix, via Annecy or Geneva.
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Price details

The price includes

  1. Supervision by a state-certified Mountain Guide from our team
  2. Half-board in a mountain refuge
  3. Picnics, Day 2, Day 3 and Day 4
  4. Mandatory transportation included in the program

The price does not include

  1. Cancellation/interruption of stay/lost luggage insurance and rescue assistance
  2. Picnic on Day 1
  3. There are no ski lifts on the program, we prefer to go elsewhere, a little further away!
  4. Drinks and personal expenses
  5. Dinners in the evening

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

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