Aosta Valley
Trail Running Tour along Tor des Geants circuit

On the trail of the famous Tor des Geants, a trail running tour along the Aosta Valley's high routes, overlooking the 4,000-meter peaks of the Alps.

Walking
Trail running

The tour in detail

Tour details

Duration

12 days

Suitable for

Trail runners or highly experienced hikers capable of tackling ascents of at least +1500 meters and distances of around 20 km on various types of terrain (dirt, rocky, stony, forested).
Upon request, the trail running along Tor des Geants program can be customized based on your level.

Best time

From the beginning of July to mid-September. From mid-June to mid-July, and from late August to mid-September, it’s still possible to encounter snow on the higher passes.

Tour type

Trail running tour with overnight stays in small hotels or refuges, self-guided with maps and GPS points. Luggage transport on request.

Tour highlights

Along the spectacular Tor des Geants race route, which combines the Alta Via 1 and 2 of the Aosta Valley, a multi-day tour lets you enjoy this unique circuit!
Trails crisscross all the valleys, overlooking the giants of the Alps, from Monte Rosa to the Matterhorn, Grand Combin, Mont Blanc, Ruitor, and Gran Paradiso.
Over 250 km and 18,000 m of elevation gain, you can run or walk briskly to follow in the footsteps of one of the most famous races in the world.
Overnight stays in mountain huts or small hotels to rest at the end of the trail running days, and the possibility of having a luggage transport service in some stages.
Maps and GPS points to use on your phone to walk or run independently and always find the right direction.
On request, customize the program of the trail running tour Tor des Geants, with other activities or visits.