Marathon du Mont Blanc

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2021 Marathon du Mont Blanc

25, 26, 27 June 2021

Duration: 3 and 4 nights Distance: Marathon, Cross (23km) and 90km.

Run on ‘the roof of Europe’. The 2021 Marathon du Mont Blanc weekend is a veritable festival of trail running in the the trail running capital of the world, Chamonix Mont Blanc. We offer guaranteed entry into the 42km, 10km, Cross (23km) and 90km events, with travel packages that include a choice of 2 hotels in Chamonix centre, our staff support and the option to book airport transfers, from Geneva airport.

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DETAILS
The 2021 Mont Blanc Marathon event weekend takes place in and around Chamonix, France. This is a certified sell-out event, but don’t worry, as an official Mont Blanc Marathon Tour Operator, here at Sports Tours International we have guaranteed entries into the 10k, 23k, 42k and 90k events.

Every year comes the time when Chamonix, the ski capital of France, turns into a trail-running mecca, with a host of different running events on offer. With tough courses and challenging routes, the Mont Blanc Marathon series offers a phenomenal spectacle and unique experience of this wondrous mountain range, rewarding all those who participate with breathtaking views and stunning scenery.

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, and the support from our experienced running guide. These events are extremely tough, but the organisation is excellent and the views and atmosphere during the race are nothing like anything you would ever experience doing a road marathon.

To find out more about this event, read our blog post from the experienced travel and adventure blogger, Alice Morrison, on what it’s like to take on the Mont Blanc Marathon. One of our team was also a finisher of this iconic race in 2017, read his blog about his experience of running the race and why he thinks it’s so brilliant by clicking here.

We offer guaranteed entry into the following challenges:
- Mont Blanc Trail Marathon (42km) – £160 per entry
- Mont Blanc 10km – £20 per entry
- Mont Blanc Cross (23km) – £90 per entry
- Mont Blanc 90km Ultra Trail – £190 per entry – If taking part in the 90k, you must arrive Thursday morning in order to collect race bib prior to expo close.
Prices from £479 per person plus entry fee based on 3 nights in a twin room. For all hotel prices, please see the hotel options tab.

What’s included:
- A safe pair of hands – More information
- 3 or 4 nights at your chosen hotel in Chamonix centre – please refer to the hotel details pages for more information
- All hotel taxes
- Daily breakfasts
- The services of our experienced Sports Tours running guides
- Race briefing on Saturday evening
- Pasta dinner on Saturday evening ahead of the Mont Blanc Marathon at the Mercure Chamonix. (For Mercure Chamonix guests only. Not included for Heliopic guests.)
Also available:
- Your Mont Blanc 90k, Marathon, Cross, 10k or Vertical KM entry (available as an extra at the above prices)
- £50 per person for 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)
- All events in France require you to present a medical certificate from your doctor with your entry stating there is no contraindication to you taking part in a marathon. You will need to produce this certificate to Sports Tours International prior to the 1st April 2021. Download the 2021 Mont Blanc Marathon Medical certificate here (PDF). Alternatively, if you can’t see your doctor in person, by visiting Sports Medical Certificates, you can enter your details for an online medical certification.
- Sports Travel insurance. Please visit our insurance page
- Sports Travel Essentials. Please click here to view our page.
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2021 Mont Blanc Marathon: Event Details

Please note that the events of the Chamonix Marathon du 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 2021 Mont Blanc 90 km

The Mont-Blanc 90 km race has become legendary in the Chamonix Mont-Blanc Valley. With its 90 km and 6220 meters of vertical, it has been recognised as one of the most technical trail races in France. The 90 km race is difficult but it is also one of the most beautiful! If taking part in the 90k, you must arrive Thursday morning to collect your race bib prior to expo close.

The 2021 Mont Blanc Cross a 23km trail run

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, at 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 2021 Mont Blanc Marathon

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

"Mont Blanc 2018"

It was absolutely brilliant!!!! And so were you and your service thank you!

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"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
2021 Marathon du Mont Blanc weekend travel Itinerary

Chamonix, it is fair to say, is probably one the most iconic and spectacular sporting arenas. The expert organisers of the Marathon du Mont Blanc series of events are the Club des Sports de Chamonix, which manages year-round major international sports events.

Thursday – arrival day

09:00 am/ 08:00 pm – Place du Mont-Blanc – Trail Camp, meet all the brands of trail world, partners and events organisers

Today is arrival day and we provide 2 airport transfers, at 12.00 and at 17.00 (available at £50 per person for a return transfer). 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 hotels the Hotel Mercure Chamonix or the Heliopic Hotel and Spa. Both hotels are in the centre of Chamonix.

Please note that we cannot accommodate airport transfers for flights that arrive after 16.30.

Friday – Mont Blanc 90km

For those of you who arrived yesterday, 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. If taking part in the 90k, you must arrive Thursday morning in order to collect race bib prior to expo close.

Please note that we cannot accommodate airport transfers for flights that arrive after 16.30.

Today is the day of the awesome Mont-Blanc 90k 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 90k and experience the atmosphere and support from the locals. The Mont-Blanc 90 km features a challenging 6,220 metres of vertical climbing 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!!

Mont-Blanc 90km
- Place du triangle de l’amitié
- 04:00 Start
- 15:00 First Finishers
Mont-Blanc Vertical Kilometre
- Place du triangle de l’amitié
- 16:00 Vertical Kilometre Start
- 20:30 Prize giving
Saturday – Mont Blanc 10km and Mont Blanc Cross

Two events are taking place today; the Mont Blanc Cross, starting at 08:30 am on the landing paragliders, and the Mont Blanc 10km, starting at 09:00 am on the landing paragliders.

This evening the Mercure Hotel have organised a Pasta Dinner (for guests staying at the Mercure Hotel only). Your Sports Tours Representative will hold a race briefing for tomorrow’s main event the 2021 Marathon du Mont Blanc.

Sunday – 2021 Mont Blanc Marathon

Today is the day of the Mont Blanc Marathon, starting at 07:00 am 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

After breakfast we are providing transfers back to Geneva airport at 09.00 for flights departing after 13.00, and a transfer at 13.00 for flights departing after 17.00.
HOTELS & PRICING
Hotel Mercure Chamonix Centre

The Mercure Chamonix Centre hotel welcomes you to a contemporary Savoy setting. It is ideally located in the heart of Chamonix, the mountain climbing capital and home to the M...

Hotel Heliopic

The 4 star hotel Heliopic is located at the foot of the Aiguille du Midi, in the centre of Chamonix Mont-Blanc. Discover the spacious rooms of the 4-star Hotel & Spa’s c...

Hotel options – 2021 Marathon du Mont Blanc

Hotel Mercure Chamonix

3 nights – Friday to Monday

£479 per person based on 2 people sharing a room with 1 double bed or 2 single beds
£694 per person based on 1 person in a single room

4 nights – Thursday to Monday

£569 per person based on 2 people sharing a room with 1 double bed or 2 single beds
£854 per person based on 1 person in a single room

Family rooms for 2 adults and 1 child are also available on request.

Heliopic Hotel and Spa

3 nights – Friday to Monday

£609 per person based on 2 people sharing a room with 1 double bed or 2 single beds
£959 per person based on 1 person in a single room

Triple and Quad rooms are available on request

4 nights – Thursday to Monday

£729 per person based on 2 people sharing a room with 1 double bed or 2 single beds
£1169 per person based on 1 person in a single room

Triple and Quad rooms are available on request

Airport transfers

£50 per person for 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)

We offer guaranteed entry into the following challenges:
- Mont Blanc Trail Marathon (42km) – Sunday – £160 per entry
- Mont Blanc 10km – Saturday – £20 per entry
- Mont Blanc Cross (23km) – Saturday – £90 per entry
- Mont Blanc 90km Ultra Trail – Friday – £190 per entry – If taking part in the 90k, you must arrive Thursday morning in order to collect race bib prior to expo close.
If you have any questions regarding our hotel options, please give our office a call on 0161 703 8161 or email on running@sportstoursinternational.co.uk
Marathon du Mont Blanc Hotels
Hotel Mercure Chamonix Centre

The Mercure Chamonix Centre hotel welcomes you to a contemporary Savoy setting. It is ideally located in the heart of Chamonix, the mountain climbing capital and home to the Mont Blanc Marathon, the UTMB and the Freeride World Tour. After a day of skiing or hiking, relax with a drink at the Le 4810 bar, which offers an extensive cocktails and spirits menu, and enjoy a typical regional meal on the terrace of the La Cordée restaurant overlooking Mont Blanc.

Direct access to the Aiguille du Midi cable car and Montenvers train station. The Mercure Chamonix Centre hotel offers several types of room with balconies offering breathtaking views of the mythical summits of Mont Blanc and Le Brévent. The hotel boasts a private covered car park (charges apply) and a ski rental shop and is ideally located for exploring the town center, hiking paths and ski slopes (direct access by train to the Grands Montets ski area in Argentière).

Your stay here will be on a bed and breakfast basis and on Saturday night before the Mont Blanc Marathon, a Pasta buffet is included at the hotel.

Extras

Check-in from 16h00

Check out up to 12h00

WIFI/Internet Access

Parking

Accessibility for people with reduced mobility

100% non-smoking hotel

Languages spoken at the hotel

Early check-in/Late check-out (payable locally)

Dry cleaning / Ironing (payable locally)

Gift shop/newspaper shop (payable locally)

Breakfast 1 restaurant(s) 1 bar(s)

Room service
Marathon du Mont Blanc Hotels
Hotel Heliopic

The 4 star hotel Heliopic is located at the foot of the Aiguille du Midi, in the centre of Chamonix Mont-Blanc. Discover the spacious rooms of the 4-star Hotel & Spa’s cosy chalets, with their one-of-a-kind “Retro Chic Mountain” atmosphere.

The 4-star Hotel & Spa, located at the Aiguille du Midi cable car halt, right in the centre of Chamonix Mont Blanc, delights with an interior design that celebrates the charm of the Great Age of Mountaineering of the 50s/60s. The protective and warm-hearted softness of the delicately-fashioned plaids and cushions and the natural materials and tones used mesmerize the eye and entice to be touched.

Azure-blue bed-heads, streamlined writing desks, heathered-felt lamps, night tables with asserted curves: all the furniture is tailor-designed in pure vintage spirit. The wool-broadcloth fabric curtains, chairs and convertible armchairs stand out against the oak parquet flooring.

Easily recognizable with their red covers, evoking the jumpers of the mountaineers of long ago, world-famous Guérin publishing house collections adorn bookcases.

Rooms, decorated with style and adventurousness, offer a pure harmony of state-of-the-artness and tradition. All the rooms, regardless of their category, exalt pure originality as an absolute art de vivre, just like in the family guest houses of yesteryear. Whether you choose a romantic getaway or a break with friends, in summer or in winter, in Chamonix Mont Blanc, the Hotel Héliopic**** Sweet & Spa invites you to go back to roots that focus on the future… a retro-contemporary experience in a 4-star establishment right at the foot of the roof of Europe.

Hotel Price

Other Facilities Include:

Library

Children’s playground

Games room

Flat-screen TV

Cable Channels

Satellite Channels

Telephone

TV

On-site coffee house

Bottle of water

Wine/champagne Additional charge

Kid meals Additional charge

Special diet menus (on request)

Breakfast in the room

Bar

Restaurant

Tea/Coffee Maker

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge

Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs EUR 10 per day

Indoor pool

Hot tub/jacuzzi

Spa and wellness centre

Concierge service

Luggage storage

Currency exchange

24-hour front desk

Shuttle service

Mini-market on site

Shuttle service (additional charge)

Non-smoking throughout

Shops (on site)

Wake-up service

Hardwood or parquet floors

Heating

Soundproofing

Soundproof rooms

Lift

Family rooms

Facilities for disabled guests

Non-smoking rooms

Newspapers

Safety Deposit Box

Room service
IMPORTANT INFO
General, visa, passport and health information

General Travel and health Information for your destination is available on the FCO website. Please note that this information relates to UK passport holders only and that other nationalities should refer to their own authorities for this information.

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.

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 2019.

Download the 2021 Mont Blanc Marathon Medical certificate here (PDF)

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.

90k, 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 :

90km
- 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.
10km Distance
- Nature race, with no refreshment station on the route (only one on the arrival)
- 10km distance on the cross-country ski trails
- Open from the ‘Cadet’ category and upward
- Ski/walking poles are forbidden on this race.
Recommended material depending weather conditions :
- Waterproof and windproof jacket.
- Stock of water minimum 0,50 litre.
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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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