About This Race
The 43K represents the technical middle ground at Trail Verbier St-Bernard, offering experienced trail runners a substantial alpine challenge without the extreme commitment of the longer ultra distances. This distance provides the full mountain experience across varied Swiss alpine terrain while remaining accessible to runners stepping up from shorter mountain races or those seeking a demanding yet manageable day in the Valais Alps. The course delivers significant elevation gain and technical trail conditions that demand solid mountain running experience, making it ideal for runners comfortable with sustained climbing and technical descents over moderate ultra distance.
Practical Info
Mid-July alpine conditions with potential for rapid weather changes, temperatures varying significantly with elevation
GVA - Geneva Airport
Verbier is a well-established ski resort with extensive lodging options ranging from luxury hotels to mountain huts
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Notable Features
This event holds the distinction of being Switzerland's oldest ultra trail and is part of the prestigious UTMB World Series. The race takes place in the heart of the Valais Swiss Alps, offering runners access to some of Europe's most spectacular alpine terrain with technical single track and dramatic elevation changes across four different distance options.