Why Run the Alps?

In short…. often, yes. We sometimes have one or two partners on a trip who prefer to hike or bike instead of trail run. Our guide(s) will do everything possible to accommodate them. In general, many of our day trips can be accomplished as a hike, sometimes with the addition of a bus, train or tram ride. During the day, it’s often possible for the partner to meet the trail running crew at a hut or inn. Some trips are better suited than others for a combination of hiking or biking and trail running. Going self-guided is optimum, as this allows you and your partner maximum flexibility. To discuss options, please drop us a note.

We constantly develop and produce some of the best support materials in the business, such as our 60 page Guide to Trail Running in the Alps – every guest receives this, and Run the Alps Aid Station documents, to help get your trip off to a great start. We hire the best trail running guides available and invest in their training. We use top local suppliers, staying in a select number of carefully-vetted high quality hotels, avoiding dormitory spaces. From our year-‘round base in Chamonix, we can provide you with 24/7 support. Please compare tour offerings carefully!