Join our Tour du Mont Blanc - Trail Running Adventure Challenge.

Over 6 unforgettable days, you’ll run in the footsteps of the legends who have completed the UTMB - the most famous trail running race in the world. Covering 168km and climbing over 9,000 meters of elevation, the course circumnavigates Mont Blanc, passing through France, Italy, Switzerland and traversing high mountain passes, glacial valleys, and alpine villages. 

This is not just a run - it’s a journey of resilience, teamwork, and hope. 

• Three countries in one epic adventure: France, Italy, and Switzerland.
• Distance: 168km
• Ascent: 9,000m 
• Dates: July and September 2027
• A shared purpose: Take on the challenge alongside like-minded adventurers, united in supporting an incredible cause.

What’s Included

We want you to focus on the challenge, so the essentials are covered:

• Expert guidance: Fully supported by experienced mountain leaders.
• Accommodation in comfortable Alpine lodgings (twin-share rooms with en-suite where possible).
• All breakfasts and evening meals provided, with delicious local cuisine to fuel your adventure.
• Daily luggage transfers, so you only need to carry your daypack while running or trekking.
• Expert mountain trail running leaders guiding you safely along the route.
• 24/7 on-ground support throughout the challenge.

Your Commitment

• Registration Fee: £950 (to secure your place when sign-ups open) 

• Fundraising Pledge: £4,250 (which could provide hundreds of hours of dedicated family support). £2,795 of this covers the cost of the challenge.

How We’ll Support You

• A comprehensive fundraising pack filled with creative ideas and resources.

• 1:1 support from our fundraising team every step of the way.

• Training plans and fitness advice to help you prepare.

• Updates showing the real impact of your fundraising.

Why Take Part?

Every step you take helps Rainbow Trust provide vital emotional and practical support to families caring for a child with a life-threatening illness. By fundraising £5,900, you’ll be giving families the strength and support they need during the most difficult times.

Be Part of Something Extraordinary

Places are limited so don’t miss your chance to take on this epic adventure, and register your interest today.

If you have any questions, please contact our Sports & Events team by emailing [email protected].
 

"It was an utterly amazing experience. The program ran seamlessly from start to finish, extremely well organised, challenging, and fun. Very highly recommend. Thank you to Simon, Karin and Bruno for the experience of a lifetime!!"

George, Challenge Participant, 2022

Outline Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival Day
Welcome, team dinner and event briefing.

Day 2 – Chamonix → Les Contamines
Chamonix to Les Houches, climb to Les Contamines. Overnight.

Day 3 – Les Contamines → Les Chapieux
Cross Croix du Bonhomme with views to Geneva. Overnight in remote Les Chapieux.

Day 4 – Les Chapieux → Courmayeur (Italy)
Over Col de la Seigne into Italy. Views of Monte Bianco. Descend to Courmayeur for pizza and rest.

Day 5 – Courmayeur → La Fouly (Switzerland)
Climb to Rifugio Bonatti, cross Grand Col Ferret into Switzerland. Meadows and cowbells to La Fouly.

Day 6 – La Fouly → Trient
Riverside trails to Champex-Lac. Climb to Martigny viewpoint, descend via Col de la Forclaz to Trient.

Day 7 – Trient → Chamonix (France)
Final climb with Mont Blanc views. Descend into Chamonix. 104 miles / 168 km, 9,000 m ascent complete!

Day 8 - Departure Day

All imagery is courtesy of Run the Wild.