Review
Review of the Classic TMB Self-guided trail run
Classic Tour du Mont-Blanc Self-Guided
Rating
All in all the trip was amazing! The literature provided by Run the Alps was spot on and the app worked very well on all parts of the TMB. I loved having a small history lesson of the area to know what to look for as we traversed the ridges and valleys!! The taxi services to and from the trail went off without a hitch everyday, and although one day the baggage transfer didn’t make it on time Steph jumped into action and got things straightened out immediately! Run the Alps did a phenomenal job from start to finish. Could not have been more pleased with the package. And the food options and lodging arrangements were delicious and well thought out. Hated to leave!!
Why
Our small group of three wanted to have the ability to adjust the trip based on our daily needs and didn’t want to impact others if we decided to do more or less mileage each day. Having the freedom to pick the courses was perfect for our level of experience. We ended up doing all the suggested runs including the pre runs and modifications.
Advice
The TMB is a challenging but rewarding course. Include a strong vertical training block into your routine so that you are prepared and can enjoy the TMB to the fullest.
Highlight
We had so many highlights! The weather was perfect everyday, except one when we were hit with an unexpected storm. Even with the storm the running was fantastic.
I enjoyed doing a variation on the Les Contamines to Les Chapieux section where we ventured out the ridge line towards Crete des Grittes. Amazing knife-edged ridge line with flowing trails. We did an out and back to finish at Les Chapieux but that ridge would make an excellent run into the valley.