there are two runs, an intermediate and a longer more challenging run. both groups will connect at a mountain hut for lunch, and then descend back as a larger group to return to chamonix.
the climbs
max vertical: albert premier.
starting point: le tour car park
route: ascend to refuge albert premier, traverse to alpages de balme
highlights: big climb, glacier views, dramatic alpine scenery
stats: ±10.5km, 1350m
test the legs: aiguellete des posettes.
starting point: le tour car park
route: ascend to aiguillette des posettes, traverse to alpages de balme
highlights: panoramic views of mont blanc, runnable ridgeline terrain
stats: ±6km, 700m
the team descent
starting point: refugedu balme
route: descend to le buet
highlights: descend through mountain pastures, with views of mt buet
stats: ±5km, -700m
the contest details
sign up below for a chance to win a spot in one of the runs. you can select which date(s) work, and which distance(s) work for you. the prize is participation in the event, the winners do not get transportation covered to travel to chamonix, or accommodation. lunch is provided. there will be a runner’s meeting the day before the run. please note that there is no turnaround option; you should be able to complete the distance and elevation that you are signing up for.
winners announced on july 25th.