Mont Blanc Marathon

Mont Blanc Marathon 2017

23rd, 24th and 25th June 2017

Duration: 3 & 4 nights Distance: Marathon, 80km, Cross (23km) & VKM

Every year at the end of June is the time when Chamonix, the ski capital of France turns into a running mecca with a host of different running events on offer. With tough courses and challenging routes, the Mont Blanc Marathon series offers a unique spectacle of this wondrous mountain range, rewarding all those who take part with spectacular views and stunning scenery.

We offer guaranteed entry into the 42km, Cross (23km), 80km and the Vertical KM events with travel packages that include airport transfers, Chamonix centre hotel stays and staff support.

Bookings and now closed for 2017. Please sign upto our 2018 waitlist.

DETAILS
We are very excited to offer travel and support packages to this wonderful event. Guaranteed entry and hotel in Chamonix centre is available as well as airport transfers from Geneva airport plus the support from our experienced running representative. These events are extremely tough but the organisation is excellent and the views and atmosphere during the race are nothing like what you would get during a road marathon.
Prices
Do you want to take part in this great event but your friends or family are not into running or they can’t get time off work? Use our ‘twin to share’ option. We will pair you up with another person so you don’t have to pay the sole occupancy supplement.
3 nights
£449 per person based on the double occupancy of a twin or double bedded room
£549 per person based on the single occupancy of a room
4 nights
£549 per person based on the double occupancy of a twin or double bedded room
£669 per person based on the single occupancy of a room
We offer guaranteed entry into the following challenges:
- Mont Blanc 80km Ultra Trail – Friday 23rd June – Entry available at £117
- Mont Blanc Vertical KM – Friday 23rd June – Entry available at £30
- Mont Blanc Cross (23km) – Saturday 24th June – Entry available at £60
- Mont Blanc Trail Marathon (42km) – Sunday 25th June – Entry available at £100
What’s included:
- 3 or 4 nights at the 3 star Hotel Gustavia in Chamonix centre
- Daily breakfasts
- Airport transfers from Geneva airport at set times (arrival Thursday or Friday at 12.00 and 17.00 and departure Monday at 09.00 and 13.00)
- The option to buy a guaranteed entry into the 80k, Mont Blanc Marathon or Cross (23km)
- The services of our experienced Sports Tours running guide
- Race briefing on Saturday evening
Also available:
- Your Mont Blanc 80k, Marathon, Cross or Vertical KM entry (available as an extra at the above prices)
- Travel insurance. Please visit our insurance page
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Mont Blanc Marathon: Event Details
Please note that the events of the Chamonix Marathon de Mont Blanc series require a medical certificate to take part and also some obligatory equipment. Please refer to the Important Information tab to read more.
The 2017 Mont Blanc 80km takes place on Friday 23rd June:
The Mont-Blanc 80KM race has become legendary in the Chamonix Mont-Blanc Valley. With its 82km and 6000 meters of vertical, it has been recognised as one of the most technical trail races in France. The 80KM race is difficult but it is also one of the most beautiful!
The 2017 Mont Blanc Cross a 23km trail run on Saturday the 24th June:
Starting from the paragliding landing field, the route climbs steadily towards the upper valley, progressively passing through the hamlets of “les Bois” and Lavancher before reaching Argentière (1250m). Runners will pass the village of Argentière and reach Le Planet by the “chemin des rambles”. Then, you will run on a local road, closed for the event, on 500m to go to Montroc. You then arrive in the hamlet of Tré le Champ, a pretty village based right before the Col des Montets, from where you will go via the Balcon Sud. After crossing the magnificent Charlanon comb (1812m) the climb is gentle on a balcony path,with one of the most beautiful views of the Mont-Blanc, to reach Altitude 2000.
The 2017 Mont Blanc Marathon on Sunday the 25th June:
The race starts from the centre of Chamonix. Runners quickly join a trail path taking them up the mountain via some beautiful villages such as Montroc, Buet and Vallorcine, near the Swiss border. The Mont-Blanc Marathon continues up the mountain following scenic routes and through villages too numerous to mention. Highlights include the Tour glacier, the village of Aiguilles Rouges massif and the amazing views from the finish line at Planpraz.
TESTIMONIALS
"10//10"
The whole experience was most enjoyable. 10//10
N/A - November 24, 2015
"Great Trip!"
Hopefully we shall be looking to book a bigger party through you next year. Especially if it's the Ibis hotel again!
N/A - November 24, 2015
ITINERARY
Travel Itinerary
Chamonix, it is fair to say, is probably one the most iconic and spectacular sports arenas to stage a World Championship. The expert organisers are the Club des Sports de Chamonix, which manages year-round major international sports events.
Thursday the 22nd of June
Today is arrival day. We are running 2 airport transfers, at 12.00 and at 17.00. Please let us know your arrival flight details once booked. From here, we will take you to the fantastic Alpine resort of Chamonix-Mont Blanc and our hotel, the Hotel Gustavia Hotel in the centre of Chamonix.
Friday the 23rd of June – Mont Blanc 80km
After breakfast our local guide will take you out for a recce of the area. Today is another arrival day. We are running 2 airport transfers today, at 12.00 and 17.00. Please let us know your arrival flight details once booked.
Today is the day of the awesome Mont-Blanc 80k which starts at 4 O’clock in the morning in the centre of Chamonix. You will be able to take part in today’s Mont Blanc 80k and experience the atmosphere and support from the locals. The Mont-Blanc 80KM features a challenging 6,000 metres of vertical climb along ridges, over snow fields and traversing glaciers in a point to point loop. Tonight you are free to sample the restaurants and bars in the town of Chamonix.
Also today is the KV or kilometre verticale, 3.8 kilometres of running uphill. What a challenge!!
Saturday the 24th of June – Mont Blanc 10km and Mont Blanc Cross
Two events are taking place today; the Mont Blanc Cross, starting at 08:30am on the landing paragliders and the Mont Blanc 10km, starting at 09:00am on the landing paragliders. This evening your Sports Tours Representative will hold a race briefing for tomorrows main event.
Sunday the 25th of June – Mont Blanc Marathon
Today is the day of the Mont Blanc Marathon, starting at 07:00am in the centre of Chamonix. The Mont-Blanc Marathon – the 42 km course starts in Chamonix and finishes at 2,016m altitude, gathering 2,511m elevation gain and 1,490m on the downhill, this beautiful trail offers some of the best scenery of the Mont Blanc massif.
Monday the 26th of June
After breakfast we are providing transfers back to Geneva airport at 09.00 and 13.00.
HOTELS & PRICING

Hotel Gustavia
Located in the center of Chamonix and facing the Mont-Blanc. Built in 1890, it is one of the historical establishments of the valley....
If you have any questions regarding our hotel options, please give our office a call on 0161 703 8161.
Mont Blanc Marathon Hotels

Hotel Gustavia
The Hotel Gustavia is located in the centre of Chamonix and it faces the Mont-Blanc. Built in 1890, it is one of the historical establishments of the Chamonix valley. The 50 modern and comfortable rooms are decorated in warm mountain style. Refurbished in 2005, the 50 rooms of Hotel Gustavia in Chamonix are modernly decorated.
All rooms are equipped with a plasma TV with French and international satellite channels and free Wi-Fi in common areas. The rooms on one side of the hotel offer a magnificent view of the Mont-Blanc or the Aiguilles Rouges, and some of the rooms have a balcony. Other amenities include telephone, alarm Clock, hairdryer, bathroom with bath or shower.
Hotel Price
Do you want to take part in this great event but your friends or family are not into running or they can’t get time off work? Use our ‘twin to share’ option. We will pair you up with another person so you don’t have to pay the sole occupancy supplement.
3 nights
£449 per person based on the double occupancy of a twin or double bedded room
£549 per person based on the single occupancy of a room
4 nights
£549 per person based on the double occupancy of a twin or double bedded room
£669 per person based on the single occupancy of a room
IMPORTANT INFO
Registration and bib collection
The race-bib pick-up (previous years at the ENSA gymnasium) will be positioned at the
Place du Mont-Blanc square in a big tent especially erected for the occasion.
Single travellers and twin to share
We welcome single travellers on our tours and holidays as it is a great way to join a like-minded group of people and you will make lots of new friends. If you would like to join our group as a single traveller we can offer you two options. A single room or if you want to avoid the single supplement then you can make use of our ‘twin to share’ option. We will pair you up with another rider (of the same sex) and you can enjoy the event without having to pay extra.
General, visa, passport and health information
For passport and visa information, please check the relevant section on this page: https://www.gov.uk/browse/citizenship/passports. General Travel and health Information for your destination is available on the FCO website. Click here for the latest travel advice for France, and click here for useful ‘know before you go’ information also from the FCO. Please note that this information relates to UK passport holders only and that other nationalities should refer to their own authorities for this information.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) issues travel advice on destinations, which includes information on passports, visas, health, safety and security and more. For all information relating to France, please click HERE.
Travel Insurance
For details of specialist sports travel insurance for our travel packages, please visit our insurance page. You must ensure that your travel insurance policy covers you to participate in running events. There is additional information about our other Concierge Services on our special web page.
Compulsory Medical Certificate
All events in France require you to present a medical certificate from your doctor with your entry stating there is no contra indication to you taking part in a marathon. You will need to produce this certificate to Sports Tours International prior to the 1st April 2016. By visiting Sports Medical Certificates, you can enter your details for an online medical certification. Sports Tours International can accept no responsibility for failure to comply with this instruction, and no refunds will be given. Read more here.
Equipment
The required equipment complies with specific technical and administrative rules published by the FFA. Each runner must carry the required equipment through the duration of the race. Check points may be carried out at any time during the race and the runner is obliged to cooperate with these controls cordially, non compliance may result in disqualification.
80k, Marathon & Cross du Mont Blanc
We would like to remind you that the Mont Blanc Marathon and Cross races take place in the mountains and weather conditions could change very quickly. It is for this reason that it is necessary to carry the above mentioned gear with you so you may protect yourself from unfavorable climate conditions.
Mandatory equipment :
80km
- A reserve of at least 1 litre of water
- Waterproof and windproof jacket
- Survival blanket (140cm x 200cm)
- Whistle
- Working mobile phone. It must work and have a subscription adapted to the countries (France and Switzerland)
- Headlamp with spare batteries
- Personal cup
Recommended material depending weather conditions :
- Hat
- Gloves
- Leggings
- Ski/walking poles are tolerated on Mont-Blanc 80km.
*If you decide to use poles, you must keep them throughout the whole of the race. It is forbidden to start without sticks and recover them up along the way.
Cross (23km) and Marathon Distances
- Mobile phone
- Stock of water minimum 0,50 liter
- Waterproof jacket windproof
- Whistle
- Survival blanket
- Personal cup
Recommended material depending weather conditions :
- Hat
- Gloves
- Leggings
- Ski/walking poles are tolerated on Mont-Blanc 42km.
- Ski/walking poles are forbidden on Mont-Blanc 23km and Vertical KM.
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Previous Question
Q. Is there anythig special I need to take part in the Mont Blanc Marathon, 80km or Cross Distance?
A.
Yes, you have a special kit list of things that you are required to bring to compete in the events. Please take a look at our important information tab fr more information on this.
Q. Yes, you have a special kit list of things that you are required to bring to compete in the events. I am a single traveler, is this event for me?
A.
Yes, absolutely. We offer a twin share room option, plus our reps are on hand to assist you and introduce you to other single runners. We also hold a welcome meeting/race briefing where you can meet other runners.
Q. Can I bring family and friends on the trip?
A.
Yes, we welcome spectators. Our reps will escort any non runners to a suitable viewing point to watch the marathon.
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