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Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc

The world's most prestigious trail race: 174km with 9,900m of elevation around Mont-Blanc through France, Switzerland, and Italy.

Location
ChamonixFrance
Distance
Ultra
Date
in 293 days
Elevation Gain
9900mhillier than 120 of 124 similar races
Course Type
Loop
Typical Weather
Alpine summer, 5-20°C (41-68°F), highly variable mountain weather
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What Makes This Race Special

  • World's most prestigious ultra
  • 174km around Mont-Blanc
  • 9,900m elevation gain
  • Three-country route
  • Alpine grandeur

Training Resources

TrainingMarathon Training: The Art of Periodization NutritionNutrition Fundamentals for Runners RecoveryThe Science of Recovery: Why Rest Makes You Faster

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