Day 2 TMB Les Contamines to La Villes des Glaciers
Also in Savoie, France
Trail Running Difficult
This is a popular trail running route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's not remote, it features low exposure and is typically done between June and September. From a low point of 1.1 km to the maximum altitude of 2.7 km, the route covers 24 km, 1637 vertical metres of ascent and 947 vertical metres of descent.
This route features an optional variant up the highest point of the TMB. If there is still snow on the pass, an alternate variant can be taken. You can also stop in for a coffee at Refuge du Col de la Croix du Bonhomme before heading over the pass to the Valle des Glaciers.
Difficult
The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.
Close to help in case of emergency.
3.3 km away
Get a taste of 3 ultras in 1 day: discover why UTMB is usually described as very runnable, TDS as technical and remote, and Montagn'hard as steep but not too technical.
Extreme Trail Running