• Trail running in the Queyras: 75km of adventure between mountain passes and guesthouses
  • Trail running in the Queyras: 75km of adventure between mountain passes and guesthouses
  • Trail running in the Queyras: 75km of adventure between mountain passes and guesthouses
  • Trail running in the Queyras: 75km of adventure between mountain passes and guesthouses
  • Trail running in the Queyras: 75km of adventure between mountain passes and guesthouses
Queyras Massif / Hautes-Alpes

Trail running in the Queyras: 75km of adventure between mountain passes and guesthouses

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In summary

  • Sports
    Trail running
  • Duration
    3 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
    Queyras Massif / Hautes-Alpes
  • Age
    From the age of 18
  • CO₂-Emissions
    28.26 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

Experience a total sporting immersion during an exceptional trail running adventure in the heart of the Queyras Regional Natural Park . This demanding 75km course with 5,000m of elevation gain invites you to explore wild trails, alternating between high-altitude forests, unspoiled valleys and panoramic ridges offering spectacular views of the Alps.

Designed for runners looking to combine performance with a change of scenery , this three-day training camp prioritizes sustainable mobility thanks to direct access from the Mont-Dauphin – Guillestre train station. You'll enjoy a smooth and comfortable experience: run light thanks to luggage transport and recharge each evening with friendly stays in guesthouses and mountain huts .

Under the expert guidance of a specialist , benefit from invaluable technical advice to perfect your mountain stride and optimize your effort management. This challenging alpine traverse is the ideal opportunity to push your limits amidst pristine nature, while sharing the intensity of an unforgettable human and sporting adventure. A true escape to experience the mountains to the fullest.

The highlights

  • Challenging alpine traverse: 75 km and 5,000 m of elevation gain over 3 days in the Queyras
  • Access by train + luggage transported: a light and comfortable journey
  • Local expert guidance: technical advice and progression in the mountains
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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 duration/day: 6h
  • Average distance/day: 25 km
  • Average daily elevation gain: 1667 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
Thomas
Thomas

You will be guided by Thomas, a mountain guide specializing in trail running.

Management

Security

Safety: Some mountain areas are isolated and without cell service. Don't worry, we're here to look after you! Our guides are equipped with VHF radios for direct access to emergency services and are trained in first aid.
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Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
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    Mont Dauphin Guillestre - Basse Rua Refuge

    • Activity Trail and road running
    • Duration of the activity 5h
    • Distance 19 km
    • Positive elevation gain 1500 m
    • Accommodation Refuge
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch included
    • Dinner included

    Meet at 9:00 AM at Montdauphin-Guillestre train station. After introductions, we'll get down to business, departing from the station and crossing through the village of Guillestre, the gateway to the Queyras Regional Natural Park. From Guillestre, we'll begin a pleasant climb through the forest, quickly gaining altitude and starting our acclimatization. A fun and technical descent will then lead us back to our refuge in this wild and secluded valley.

    Day 1

Note

The distances and elevation gains mentioned are only indicative. The guide may need to modify this program, particularly depending on weather conditions, the physical and technical abilities of the participants, or any other unforeseen event. Generally speaking, this program is designed to be flexible. Depending on the weather, trail conditions, or other factors beyond our control, adjustments may be necessary. But rest assured that our guide, a true expert on the mountain range, will always be able to offer you captivating alternatives. Get ready to explore hidden wonders!

Accommodation

During this stay, you will sleep in several different accommodations.
🏔️ Mountain refuge - Day 1

Basse Rua Refuge

🏠 Holiday rental - Day 2

Gîte le Cadran Solaire

Access

Departure
Gare de Montdauphin-Guillestre, Eygliers, France
Day 1 : 09h00
End of stay
Gare de Montdauphin-Guillestre, Eygliers, France
Day 3 - 16h00

Go to the starting point

Access by train
Take the train toMontdauphin-Guillestre

Arrive easily from Paris by day or night train. Check the timetables on SNCF Connect. For travelers coming from the south, take the Marseille-Briançon line. Enjoy the simplicity of rail travel to discover this superb destination.

Access by car
Travel to the place of stay Find out about parking options nearby

From the north, take the Lautaret pass via Briançon (RN 94) or Grenoble (RN 94/D902). Alternatively, from Grenoble, take the A51 motorway towards Gap, then the RN94 to Mont-Dauphin Guillestre train station (Eygliers station).

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Price details

The price includes

  1. The trip will be supervised by a state-certified mountain professional and trail running specialist.
  2. Accommodation in guesthouses and mountain huts
  3. Full board from picnic lunch on Day 1 to picnic lunch on Day 3
  4. Luggage transfers

The price does not include

  1. Transportation to the meeting point
  2. Drinks and personal expenses
  3. Anything not listed under "Price includes"

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.

The Marion, Boris et Christophe team
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The Marion, Boris et Christophe team

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A specialist in the Southern Alps for over 20 years, our local partner operates in exceptional regions such as the Queyras, the Écrins, the Mercantour, and the Ubaye, not forgetting its heartland: the Calanques. This small, friendly agency relies on a team of passionate experts to design tailor-made trips, perfectly suited to your desired length and comfort level. Known for its strong local presence, it guarantees year-round departures for its guided tours, placing conviviality and human values ​​at the heart of every shared adventure.
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