SwissPeaks Trail - Challenge

September 4, 2027

Val d'Illiez, RDDM · Val d'Illiez, Switzerland

About

The Challenge is a suspended interlude, combining pure performance and pleasure on sun-drenched panoramic trails. This accessible format offers complete immersion in the SwissPeaks spirit, ideal for pushing yourself while enjoying a moment of grace.

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Start

Val d'Illiez, RDDM

Start time

05:00

Entry fee

CHF 140 (early) / CHF 155 / CHF 170

Weather

Mild 15°C

Aid stations

  • Station 1

Register on swisspeaks.ch

Pack this

  • Waterproof jacket with taped seams plus warm mid-layer and gloves
  • Headlamp with spare batteries for pre-dawn or after-dark sections
  • Two 500ml soft flasks, electrolyte tabs and a reusable cup
  • Gels or bars for roughly 60g carbs per hour over 12+ hours
  • Poles, survival blanket, whistle and charged phone with ID

What you should know

  • With +4387m over 72.6km, expect long steep climbs and technical descents; pace conservatively early.
  • Check the official mandatory gear list before bib pickup, as kit checks are common at Swiss mountain ultras.
  • Aid station cutoffs are typically enforced on long trail races; confirm published times and plan your splits.
  • Mountain weather can turn cold and wet quickly in September despite mild 15°C valley forecasts.
  • Follow course markings closely in fog or darkness and carry the GPX track on your watch or phone.
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The information shown here is based on the most recent listing we could find, and may change. Always confirm details on the event's official site before registering.

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