Chamonix Trails Database
This is our database of Trail running and Hiking Trails in and around the Chamonix Valley. You can use the search box below to filter our trails based on the name of the trail, the nearest town and the type of route. We also have 6 sliders that you can use to define a certain range in terms of length, elevation gain, duration, technical difficulty and natural beauty. Lastly, we have tagged our trails and you can activate or deactivate tags to further narrow down your search.
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Our Rating
The Best
Spectacular views on this one! The walk over the crest from Bellachat to Aiguillette des Houches is absolutely spectacular. Merlet makes for the easiest access without lifts.

Length
10.94km

When to Go
Mid Jun - End Sep

Hiking Time
3.0 - 5.0 Hours

Elevation + / -
+1005m / -1005m

Kids
9+ Years old

Running Time
2.0 - 3.5 Hours

Technical Difficulty
Moderate (3/5)

Dogs
No Dogs

Nearest Town
Les Houches
10
Our Rating
The Best
A long and challenging route taking you through the gorgeous Tre-les-Eaux valley to the Cheval Blanc and summit of Mont Buet before looping back via the Refuge Berard.

Length
22.3km

When to Go
Mid Jul - End Sep

Hiking Time
8.0 - 13.0 Hours

Elevation + / -
+2103m / -2103m

Kids
15+ Years old

Running Time
5.0 - 8.0 Hours

Technical Difficulty
Very Difficult (5/5)

Dogs
No Dogs

Nearest Town
Vallorcine
10
Our Rating
The Best
A challenging route that takes you to the summit of Mont Buet at 3096m passing by the Refuge de Loriaz, the Col de la Terrasse and the Cheval Blanc

Length
23.31km

When to Go
Mid Jul - End Sep

Hiking Time
8.0 - 13.7 Hours

Elevation + / -
+2048m / -2048m

Kids
15+ Years old

Running Time
5.0 - 8.0 Hours

Technical Difficulty
Very Difficult (5/5)

Dogs
No Dogs

Nearest Town
Vallorcine
9
Our Rating
Exceptional
An amazing route that takes you deep into the nature reserve of Passy and the Vallon de Berard. There are no towns or paved roads in these valleys so its a pure natural experience.

Length
25.66km

When to Go
End Jun - Start Oct

Hiking Time
7.0 - 11.0 Hours

Elevation + / -
+1489m / -2067m

Kids
15+ Years old

Running Time
4.0 - 6.0 Hours

Technical Difficulty
Moderate (3/5)

Dogs
No Dogs

Nearest Town
Vallorcine
9
Our Rating
Exceptional
Fantastic route with so much to offer and a great diversity of scenery and views. This trail can be done with children as long as they can handle the significant amount of downhill.

Length
10.99km

When to Go
Mid Jun - Mid Sep

Hiking Time
2.5 - 4.0 Hours

Elevation + / -
+651m / -1278m

Kids
7+ Years old

Running Time
2.0 - 3.0 Hours

Technical Difficulty
Moderate (3/5)

Dogs
Dogs Allowed

Nearest Town
Les Houches
9
Our Rating
Exceptional
Absolutely beautiful trail with a gorgeous church and a couple of really nice waterfalls in beautiful forests and open fields. Great variety in absolutely amazing scenery.

Length
8.9km

When to Go
Start May - Mid Oct

Hiking Time
2.5 - 4.0 Hours

Elevation + / -
+493m / -493m

Kids
7+ Years old

Running Time
1.5 - 2.5 Hours

Technical Difficulty
Moderate (3/5)

Dogs
Dogs Allowed

Nearest Town
Les Contamines
9
Our Rating
Exceptional
A small but beautiful little loop walk near Le Buet featuring the Berard waterfall and snack bar, the Farinet cave and trails lined with wooden sculptures

Length
3.33km

When to Go
End Apr - Mid Oct

Hiking Time
50 - 80 Mins

Elevation + / -
+116m / -116m

Kids
4+ Years old

Running Time
25 - 40 Mins

Technical Difficulty
Easy (2/5)

Dogs
Dogs Allowed

Nearest Town
Vallorcine
9
Our Rating
Exceptional
A well-known classic route for exploring the Fiz mountain range. The trail offers a nice variation in scenery with great views of the Mont Blanc and multiple valleys and well-known peaks.

Length
31.5km

When to Go
Mid Jun - Start Oct

Hiking Time
9.0 - 14.0 Hours

Elevation + / -
+2076m / -2076m

Kids
15+ Years old

Running Time
5.0 - 7.0 Hours

Technical Difficulty
Moderate (3/5)

Dogs
No Dogs

Nearest Town
Servoz
9
Our Rating
Exceptional
A beautiful loop in the Montagne de Loriaz and the Montagne de Barberine taking you from Vallorcine to the Refuge de Loriaz and then traversing to the big Lac d'Emosson lake.

Length
13.25km

When to Go
Start Jun - Start Oct

Hiking Time
4.0 - 6.0 Hours

Elevation + / -
+1022m / -1022m

Kids
12+ Years old

Running Time
2.5 - 4.0 Hours

Technical Difficulty
Moderate (3/5)

Dogs
Dogs Allowed

Nearest Town
Vallorcine
9
Our Rating
Exceptional
Beautiful family friendly trail at 2000 meters of altitude with amazing views of Mont Blanc with easy access thanks to the Flegere and Planpraz Gondolas.

Length
5.64km

When to Go
Mid Jun - Start Oct

Hiking Time
1.5 - 2.0 Hours

Elevation + / -
+314m / -191m

Kids
7+ Years old

Running Time
45 - 75 Mins

Technical Difficulty
Moderate (3/5)

Dogs
Dogs Allowed

Nearest Town
Chamonix