Guidebook
The High Trail Runs of Chamonix
A selection of runs taking you high above Chamonix, next to glaciers, and into wild valleys.
Description
Chamonix is the world’s trail running epicenter. With hundreds of miles of world-class trail running, it’s a magnet for trail runners from around the world.
In this guidebook, we've rounded up the best routes up high around the valley—where you'll find the best views. You can run past glaciers, take a break at a mountain cafe, and in some cases, use the impressive cable cars and mountain trains to help with the ascent or descent.
Full directions and extra info for all the routes are available at https://runthealps.com
Col de Salenton
Col de Salenton
Chamonix
24.8 km
1,470 m
2,149 m
From Chamonix to Le Buet through the Aiguilles Rouges
Difficult
Private
Aiguillette des Houches
Aiguillette des Houches
Chamonix
14.7 km
1,715 m
240 m
A stunning ridgeline run opposite Mont Blanc
Difficult
Private
La Jonction
La Jonction
Chamonix
16.1 km
1,684 m
1,683 m
A tough climb to the junction of two glaciers
Severe
Private
Grand Balcon Nord
Grand Balcon Nord
Chamonix
17.6 km
1,374 m
1,374 m
A high balcony run below the Chamonix Aiguilles
Difficult
Private
Aiguillette des Posettes
Aiguillette des Posettes
Chamonix
14.1 km
1,069 m
1,069 m
A summit at the head of the Chamonix Valley
Difficult
Private
Grand Balcon Sud
Grand Balcon Sud
Chamonix
15.7 km
1,369 m
719 m
The premier balcony trail of the region with sensational views of the Mont Blanc range.
Difficult
Private