Chamonix to Champéry – a taste of the Alps and the Dents du Midi trail race
Guided by Emily Geldard
We were blessed with perfect weather to experience the best of Chamonix, France and Champéry, Switzerland. Our trip ended with the historic Dents du Midi trail race-- including a few well-earned podium positions!
Frances running along the Grand Balcon Sud on our first day exploring the trails of Chamonix, France. (Photo: Emily Geldard.)
The best tarts ever! Up at Refuge du Plan de l’Aiguille (Photo: Emily Geldard.)
Descending from Le Signal down to Montenvers, with the Mer de Glace glacier below (Photo: Emily Geldard.)
Michael nearing the top of the Vertical Kilometer above Chamonix, France (Photo: Emily Geldard.)
On the “Route du Lait” above Champéry, Switzerland. Our trail up to the Col de Cou is visible in the background (Photo: Emily Geldard.)
Michael on the top step of the podium for his 1st place in his age group, in the 32km race. (Photo: Francis Franco.)
Catriona Moxham in 2nd place on the podium for her age group. (Photo: Emily Geldard.)