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The Mont-Blanc 42km race is one of the most technical trail races and also one of the most demanding in its category with narrow, sometimes exposed paths with a total vertical elevation of 2780 metres, total drop of 1700m and a maximum altitude of approx. 2200m.
The course is exclusively over hiking trails that can be narrow and exposed. The competitors are frequently between 1500 and 2200 metres in altitude requiring a certain level of acclimation. The weather can change suddenly in the mountains (wind, rain, heat/cold).
To participate in this race it is recommended to have good experience running in the mountains, being comfortable in all terrains, and being self-sufficient at times. Regardless of the course the race has a 9.5 hour maximum cut off time.
Please use the following links as a guide:
Click here for the profile
Click here for the course map
Click here for the topographic course map
At Travelling Fit we have personally run the Mont Blanc 90K and we would be more than happy to share our experiences of this wonderful event with you.
Event Flyers
Flights and Additional Travel
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Entry Fees
The entry fees are included as part of your Mont Blanc 42km package.
Qualifying Times
There are no specific qualifying times for the Mont Blanc 42km event but it is suggested that all participants have experience running in distance trail events.
Start Time
The Mont Blanc 42km starts at 7:00am.
Cut-Off Times
There is a 9.5 hour cut-off time.
Race Timing
The race will be times using a chronometric chip.
Race Packets
In order to collect the race bib on the Mont-Blanc 42km event, competitors must present their race bag with all their mandatory equipment which will be checked by officials.
No bib will be given to competitors who don’t meet the minimum requirement.
Mandatory equipment:
- Mobile phone – must be on during the race and be set up for use in France
- At least 0.5 litre of water
- Waterproof and windproof jacket with hood (gore tex)
- Headlamp with spare batteries
- Survival blanket (140cm x 200cm)
- Whistle
- Personal cup for hot/cold drinks provided at check-points
- Photo ID
Mandatory equipment depending of the weather conditions:
- Hat
- Gloves
- Long Running Tights
Pace Setters
There are no pace setters in the Mont Blanc 42km event.
Aid Stations
There are 3 full refreshment stations (including food and hot drinks) and 2 light stations along the course.
Personal Refreshments and Clothing
All participants are expected to carry their own solid refreshments and clothing for the duration of the event.
Transport
The event start and finish is at Place du Triangle de I’Amitie which is within walking distance (850m) from the Heliopic Hotel which is the hotel used in the Travelling Fit package.
The finish line is in Planpraz which is a cable ride back down to Chamonix and then 1.3km walk back to Heliopic Hotel.
Expo
There will be an expo associated with the event that will be located at Place du Mont Blanc in Chamonix (1.2km from Heliopic Hotel) on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, prior to race day.
Finishers T-shirts, Medals and Certificates
All participants who complete the event within the 9 hour time period will receive a finishers medal.
Weather Conditions
The average daytime temperature in June is 13 degrees Celsius.
Other Events
- Mont Blanc 90km (Fri)
- Mont Blanc 23km (Sat)
- Mont Blanc 10km (Sat)
- 3.8km Vertical climb (Fri)
- 20km Duo Etoile (Race in the dark starting at 8.00pm) (Sat)
- 15km Young Race Marathon (18-22 years) (Sun)
- Kids races: 800m/2km/3km (Sat)
Welcome to Chamonix
After experiencing this event firsthand, Travelling Fit is off to Mont Blanc in 2020 as part of our “Run the World” series. With the sheer white heights of the Mont Blanc massif as its sensational backdrop, the Chamonix Valley shows the Alps at their most dramatic.
There are 8 different distances to choose from ranging from the Ultra-Marathon to the Marathon and down to the Kids races.
The Mont-Blanc 42KM event is an alpine trail-running event held in Chamonix, France with a total vertical elevation of 2780m.
The course is on a path through a botanical garden between Tré le Champ and the Col des Montets. While running from the Aiguillette des Posettes to the Col des Montets, you also cross the AIguille Rouge Nature Reserve. In the place known as “Les Ardoisières” there are some eagles but don’t look at the sky, stay focused on the race! The marathon distance has a 9.5 hour cut off time.
Travelling Fit are offering an 8 Day/7 Night or a 7 Day/6 Night package which gives you the opportunity to acclimatise at altitude on some of the highest mountains in the French Alps and taking in the most amazing scenery the mountains have to offer.
Package Flyers
Packages Include
- Guaranteed Race Entry (Runners Only)
- 6 or 7 Nights Accommodation
Check in: Mon 22 or Tue 23 Jun | Check out: Mon 29 Jun 2020 - Buffet Breakfast daily
- Return coach transfers between Geneva Airport and Chamonix
- 4-Day Mont Blanc Multi-Pass
- Cable Car to Aiguille du Midi (3842m) to help with acclimatisation (7 night package only)
- Welcome Meet and Greet Dinner
exclusive to Travelling Fit clients - Funicular Rail trip to Montenvers (1913m) Mer de Glace with a visit to the Ice Cave. Lunch included
exclusive to Travelling Fit clients - Cable Car up to Brevent peak (2525m) with a drink and snack at the top
exclusive to Travelling Fit clients - Group Lunch (Thu 25 Jun)
exclusive to Travelling Fit clients - Pre-Marathon Race Day Carbo Load Dinner (Sat 27 Jun)
exclusive to Travelling Fit clients - Celebration post-race get together
exclusive to Travelling Fit clients - Personalised Travelling Fit Running Top
exclusive to Travelling Fit clients - Invite to Travelling Fit's Mont Blanc Marathon Closed Facebook Group
exclusive to Travelling Fit clients - Supporters will be looked after on race day
exclusive to Travelling Fit supporters - Travelling Fit Representative on site available for questions
exclusive to Travelling Fit clients - Service Charges and Taxes including VAT
 | $900 per Runner and $800 per Supporter |
 | $800 per Runner and $600 per Supporter due Monday 11 November 2019 |
 | Due Monday 09 March 2020 |
