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Stage 4: Champex-Lac to Chamonix – Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc

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Stage 4: Champex-Lac to Chamonix – Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc

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Stage 4: Champex-Lac to Chamonix – Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc

07:35

43.7km

2,450m

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This is the final stage of your loop around the Mont-Blanc massif. The 44.3 kilometers on the program start from Switzerland towards the place du Triangle de l’Amitié in Chamonix. They include 2,440 meters of elevation gain which are mainly divided into three more or less similar climbs.

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Last updated: June 17, 2025

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8.83 km

Bovine Alpine Pasture

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It is an isolated mountain pasture with panoramic views over Martigny, the Swiss Valais and the Rhône valley. Called 'Bovine' for good reason - watch out for the cows.

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13.4 km

Col de la Forclaz

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The Col de la Forclaz, at 1,527 meters above sea level, is located between Switzerland and France and is part of the TMB/UTMB route. Known to hikers and cyclists, there are two restaurants and guesthouses to spend the night there.

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19.7 km

Émosson Lake viewpoint

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Magnificent view of Lac d'Émosson and its dam.

Take the opportunity to take a break before embarking on a beautiful descent towards Vallorcine.

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36.5 km

La Flégère Refuge

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Here, we have an incredible view of Mont Blanc! You can find something to eat as well as public toilets on site. It is a very nice spot to take a short break.

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43.7 km

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22.5 km

10.5 km

8.62 km

1.26 km

874 m

Surfaces

16.9 km

12.6 km

10.5 km

1.75 km

1.11 km

539 m

313 m

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Friday 10 July

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16°C

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February 17, 2023

This is the final stage of your loop around the Mont-Blanc massif. The 44.3 kilometers on the program start from Switzerland towards the place du Triangle de l’Amitié in Chamonix. They include 2,440 meters of elevation gain which are mainly divided into three more or less similar climbs.



The first kilometers

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June 15, 2025

Are the changes in the route after 2023 included in this gpx? The route has been adjusted a little bit in the last part since then.

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