Course & Elevation

An iconic alpine marathon starting in Chamonix and finishing at the foot of Mont-Blanc, traversing the Chamonix Valley with relentless elevation changes through stunning mountain scenery. The course passes through classic alpine villages including Les Praz, Argentière, and Vallorcine before descending back toward Chamonix. This is one of the most challenging marathon courses in Europe, demanding significant climbing and technical trail management.

Course Facts

Distance 42.195 km
Elevation Gain 2,800 m
Surface road
Profile Mountainous

Weather on Race Day

16°C

Temperature

65%

Humidity

35%

Rain Chance

Early summer alpine conditions with cool mornings and mild afternoons. Occasional mountain showers possible, with significant temperature variation between valley floor and higher elevations.

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