Wildstrubel by UTMB®

Wildstrubel by UTMB® allows runners to discover new regions, landscapes and culture Connecting the Swiss cantons of Valais and Bern, Wildstrubel by UTMB® will take runners on a magnificent journey through the northern Alps of Switzerland. Perfectly manicured mountain pastures, breathtaking views of the Valaisrsquo; 4,000m peaks, the striking landscapes of the Bernese Oberland mountain range, and the high mountains of the Wildstrubel massif await.

The queen race will be a 113 km long course with 6,600m+ of positive altitude difference. One thing is sure, this loop is worth the detour! Wildstrubel by UTMB® will also offer a 70 km race from Kandersteg, a 53 km race from Adelboden, as well as a 25 km race from Leukerbad.

And on Friday, 2 races dedicated to young trailers so everyone can be part of the party and experience the trail running adventure!

Wild 110 / 100M

The pinnacle 113 km course and 6,600m D+ for a unique adventure around the Wildstrubel massif. Departure from Crans-Montana for a first part in the heart of the Swiss Valais, between perfectly maintained pastures and tender alpine meadows, where local products will be in the spotlight to refuel you! Then, you will cross into the canton of Berne via the mythical Gemmi pass (2,268m), which you will remember for a long time. The canton of Bern will surprise you between Adelboden, Kandersteg or the Lenk, and finally the famous Wildstrubel hut, the highest point of the race at 2,800m. The end of the route will bring you back to the Valais side, once you have crossed the Rawyl pass (2'427m), to enjoy the emerald colours of the Tseuzier lake and an exceptional last section along the Ro bisse. The variety of landscapes encountered is the strong point of the route. One thing is certain, this loop is worth the diversions!

Date: 13 Septembre 2024

Distance: 113 km

Elevation gain:6,600M+

Race category: 100M

Start location: Crans-Montana, Canton of Valais, Switzerland

Running Stones: 4

Wild 70 / 100K

Kandersteg welcomes you to start this new adventure, starting with a first ascent to the Bunderschrinde, one of the region's wildest and most authentic peaks, will get you up and running while offering you a dazzling landscape to start your quest. You will then head to Adelboden and its famous Chuenisbärgli World Cup ski run, to follow in the footsteps of the champions. A final pass, Hahnenmoospass, to cross before descending to the charming village of Lenk and heading towards Iffigenalp, one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the region. The Rawil pass, a few kilometres further on, will allow you to return to the Valais side and you will then reach the sublime Tseuzier lake and its dam before crossing the footbridge which will lead you to the Ro bisse, the last breathtaking corridor leading to Crans-Montana and its well-deserved finish line!

Date: 13 Septembre 2024

Distance: 70 km

Elevation gain: 4,600M+

Race category: 100K

Start location: Kandersteg, Canton of Bern, Switzerland

Running Stones: 3

Wild 50 / 50K

Take the start in Adelboden at the heart of the Bern canton to get to Crans-Montana in the Valais canton. On the first leg of the journey, the runners will take the famous Via Alpina through the well-tended alpine pastures of the Bernese Oberland to reach the village of Lenk. This is followed by a magnificent but demanding 1400m+ climb, with passages on the side of the cliffs to reach the Rawil Pass (2,427m). The last section in a downhill profile takes you along the sublime lake of Tzeuzier to reach the vertiginous and no less splendid Bisse du Ro. A change of scenery guaranteed!

Date: 14 September 2024

Distance: 53km

Elevation gain: 3,300M+

Race category: 50K

Start location: Adelboden, Canton of Bern, Switzerland

Running Stones: 2

Wild 25 / 20K

On this short and ultra-energetic format, the runners will have a condensed version of the Valais atmosphere: bucolic passages through the alpine pastures, exhilarating forest trails, breathtaking views of the 4000 of the Valais, historical paths along the Bissehellip; Indeed, the small race of the weekend has all the makings of a big one!

Date: 15 September 2024

Distance: 25 km

Elevation gain: 1,200M+

Race category: 20K

Start location: Leukerbad, Canton of Valais, Switzerland

Running Stones: 1

Wild Kids

Two races will take place on Friday, 15th September, and 3 tracks will be possible, according to their age category. These races are only for kids born between 2012 and 2019, and no parents are allowed on the race. Every participant will have the possibility to enjoy the pasta party offered after their run!

Date: Friday 13 September 2024

Distance: 900m and 1,7km