Swiss Alps 100: the route
In early August the Swiss Alps 100 brings long-distance runners to Fiesch in the Goms valley. The 160 km (about 10,150 m of climbing) and the 100 km (about 6,250 m) are two loops starting and finishing in Fiesch. The course runs through the region of the Great Aletsch Glacier, the longest in the Alps, and crosses striking suspension bridges over the local gorges. High balcony trails, Upper Valais villages and larch forests follow one another through day and night on the same line. The race route relief map shows the upper Rhône valley, the ridges above it and the glacier tongue; your loop reads at a glance, every climb included. A finisher keepsake that matches the scale of a 100 km or 100-mile day, and a gift for trail runners who have completed either one. The base carries the runner's name, finishing time and date.
The relief comes from swisstopo elevation data, accurate to the metre; the race line is drawn on top. 12 × 12 or 18 × 18 cm, made to order in 7 working days, free delivery in Switzerland.
Frequently asked questions
- Which Swiss Alps 100 distances do you offer?
- The 160 km and the 100 km, both loops from Fiesch. For another distance of the event, drop us a line.
- Is the route the one from my year?
- We use the published route for the edition shown on the page. If your year's course was modified, contact us before ordering and we will check it together.
- Can I give it to a finisher?
- Yes. Enter the name, the time (beyond 24 hours is fine) and the date. Made in 7 working days, free delivery in Switzerland.