MONT BLANC TRAIL TOUR 2
Start Date | August 6, 2025
TRIP SUMMARY
- Guided tour of 5 stages / 4 nights duration through the Alps, visiting 3 countries: France, Italy and Switzerland.
- A tour of extraordinary beauty of 170km around the Montblanc massif
- A group formed by Trail Running enthusiasts who live the same passion as you for the mountains.
- A journey of total disconnectionFor a few days, your world will only be the mountains, your group of companions, your backpack, your muscle aches and you.
- Group reduced to 10 trail runners.
TRIP DESCRIPTION
He Tour of Mont Blanc It is, without a doubt, the most famous GR that we can do in Europe.
For approximately 170 KM of crossing and more than 10,000 meters of positive gradient We will close the circle around the mythical mountain of Mont Blanc, with a unique itinerary.
The TMB route passes through France, Switzerland and Italy.
The Trail takes place in 5 stages each one more impressive and spectacular for its beauty: high mountain lakes, great peaks, incredible sunrises and sunsets, beautiful valleys, ... All this makes each stage become a true spectacle for the sight and the senses.
The overnight stay is in 4 mountain shelters which are located in strategic and spectacular places where they will allow us to regain our strength after a day of trail running thanks to their good meals.
ROUTE
Day 1: LES HOUCHES/ REFUGE DE LA BALME
Start of the 1st Stage.
Meeting point in Chamonix and start of the 1st STAGE from “Les Houches”
We leave by bus to the starting point of the route located in the small town of Les Houches. Once there we begin our Tour du Mont Blanc trail running version visiting places such as the Veza Pass until the La Balme Refuge, end of the journey of our first stage.
Distance: 25.9 km | Elevation: 2000 + m / 1335 – m
Day 2: LA BALME REFUGE/MAISON VIEILLE REFUGE
Start of the 2nd Stage.
Distance: 30.6 km | Elevation: 2200+/1994-m
Day 3: MAISON VIEILLE/ LA FOULY SHELTER
Start of the 3rd Stage.In this stage of our Tour route we cross the border between France and Italy, passing through the Col de la Seigne (2515 meters) a place known for its stunning panoramic view of the surrounding mountains. It is a perfect stop to take some photos and enjoy the beauty of nature. After leaving the Col de la Seigne behind, our route continues via Tete Neyron and Courmayeur. Both places are known for their beautiful scenery and their calm and relaxed atmosphere. Tete Neyron It is a small and cozy town that offers an incredible view of the surrounding mountains, while Courmayeur It is a larger tourist town that has a wide variety of options for eating, drinking and relaxing.
At this stage of the route we will have a steep climb to reach the Ferret's Head (2714 meters) right on the border between Italy and Switzerland.
After leaving the Tête de Ferret behind, we continue our route to finally reach La Fouly which is the final objective of this tour.
The Fouly It is a small and charming town with an amazing mountain panorama, a perfect place to stay overnight.
Distance: 35.2 km | Elevation: 2066+/2393-m.
Day 4: LA FOULY/ COL DE LA BALME
Champex It is a larger tourist town that offers its lake as a tourist attraction, where if the summer weather permits, swimming is guaranteed. It also has a wide variety of options for eating, drinking and relaxing. We will arrive at the Col de la Forclaz before descending towards Trient. Col de la Forclaz (1501 meters) ideal place to enjoy the panoramic view. Arriving at Trient we will have to climb up to the Col de la Balme, which marks the border between Switzerland and France. The Gite Mermoud located in the Vallorcine valley is the final destination of this stage and is a very pleasant place to rest and enjoy all that the Mont Blanc valley has to offer.
Distance: 40.6km | Elevation: 2490+/2934-m.
Day 5: COL DE LA BALME/LES HOUCHES
Start of the 5th and final stage
From here, we continue our route towards l'Aiguillette d'Argentière, located at an altitude of 1893 metres. Here, you can enjoy breathtaking views of the Alps and the surrounding valley.
The route then continues towards The Flegère, a resort town known for its hiking, biking, and skiing options. From here, adventurers can climb up to the Col du Brevent (2368 meters). This pass is known for its impressive panoramic view of the Alps and is a popular spot for nature lovers.
Finally, we will finish our guided tour in The Houses, ending our tour of the Mont Blanc massif with a unique experience that you will surely not soon forget.
Distance: 26.1 km | Elevation: 1661+/1956-m.
Note: The planned itinerary may vary slightly depending on weather conditions and terrain.
EVENT DATA
STARTING PLACE
DISTANCE
170 Km
UNEVENNESS +
10000 Meters
DURATION
5 Stages
TOUR START DATE
August 6, 2025
TOUR END DATE
August 10, 2025
Nº PARTICIPANTS
10 Participants
MANDATORY MATERIAL
LEVEL PARTICIPANTS
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If you have any questions, please contact us, we will be happy to help you and see if this adventure is for you.
