After its cancellation last summer because of the health crisis, the Mont Blanc Ultra-trail is back from August 23 to 29, 2021. See you in the Chamonix Mont Blanc valley, in Italy and in Switzerland for the biggest trail running event in the world. The RockyPop Chamonix - Les Houches, official partner hotel of the UTMB welcomes you!
UTMB - World Trail Summit
Created in 2003, the UTMB set the pace for its first edition with only 67 runners at the finish for 720 at the start and Dantesque weather conditions! Today, the UTMB retains its original spirit and brings together more than 10,000 runners over 7 races in a dream setting: the Mont Blanc massif. Visit the UTMB website to relive all the editions.
7 mythical races
Run Forest, run! A mythical setting, an extremely challenging course and flawless organisation make the UTMB a unique challenge and the most eagerly awaited event of the season in the world of ultra-trail.
From 15 to 171 kilometres, discover the 7 races of the UTMB 2021:
- The UTMB: 171 km and 10,300 m D+.
- The CCC: 101 km and 6,100 m D+.
- The TDS: 145 km and 9,100 m D+.
- The OCC: 56 km and 3,500 m D+.
- The PTL: 300 km and 25,000 m D+.
- The MCC: 40 km and 2,300 m D+.
- The YCC: 15 km and 1,000 m D+.
In addition to the race programme , there are numerous events taking place day and night along the route, in each town and at the feed stations!
A hotel in Chamonix during the UTMB? RockyPop!
At RockyPop, we love the trail and we are proud to be an official partner of the UTMB.
An unusual 3-star hotel in the heart of the Chamonix valley, we offer rooms at low prices throughout the event. Let yourself be carried away by the relaxed atmosphere of a hotel with spaces designed to encourage exchanges and meetings, all at a low price! Rooms for 2 to 4 people and penthouses for up to 12 people. As a couple, with family or friends, live the UTMB experience together at RockyPop Chamonix - Les Houches!
Book now on our website and get 10% off your stay with the code ROCKY.
RockyPop Restaurant
Where to eat in the Chamonix valley during the UTMB? At RockyPop!
From 23 to 29 August 2021, our chef offers a menu adapted to sportsmen and women: a two-course runner's menu at 19€/person to fill up on energy before the race!
Of course, the usual menu is also available: seasonal dishes, local products, pizzas, burgers... at RockyPop, we'll treat all your taste buds! 😋
Public transport during the UTMB
Stay at the Rockypop Chamonix - Les Houches during the UTMB and benefit from free public transport in the Mont Blanc region.
How do I do it? Leave your car at the RockyPop car park and collect your guest card when you check in. This will allow you to travel for free by bus or train in the whole Chamonix Valley!
A bus stop is available in front of the hotel (Le Pont stop), a bus runs all day.
The UTMB also runs special bus lines during the event to follow the race between France, Switzerland and Italy. More info on the UTMB®BUS lines here.
From 23 August to 29 August 2021, experience an extraordinary adventure in the heart of the Mont Blanc massif with RockyPop Chamonix - Les Houches. 🙌
