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Trailrunning beside the Rhône Glacier

Starting from Gletsch and climbing up to incredible views and trails right next to the diminishing Rhone Glacier.

Trail Running Difficult

Distance
14 km
Ascent
802 m
Descent
450 m
Duration
2-3 hrs
Low Point
1.8 km
High Point
2.5 km
Gradient
13˚
Trailrunning beside the Rhône Glacier Map

This is a popular trail running route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's an unknown remoteness, it features medium exposure and is typically done between June and September. From a low point of 1.8 km to the maximum altitude of 2.5 km, the route covers 14 km, 802 vertical metres of ascent and 450 vertical metres of descent.

Description

Running the trails beside the magnificent Rhone Glacier

Difficulty

Difficult

Medium Exposure

2 out of 4

The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.

Best time to visit

between June and September