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RUNNER’S GUIDE

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EDITORIAL

20 years. 20 years of passion, sharing, solidarity and emotion. Whether at the start or finish line, on the trails around Mont Blanc or behind the scenes at the heart of the event’s organisation, men and women have worked together to develop the extraordinary adventure that is the Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc.

Since 2003, it has become THE end-of-summer event, bringing all generations and sportsmen and women from all walks of life to Mont Blanc, including amateur enthusiasts, specialists in the discipline and international athletes, as well as spectators, families and enthusiastic onlookers eager to discover the beauty of this region and the sporting ambition of the runners. Every year, the event is open to everyone. Not just you, dear runners, who come to challenge yourselves alone or accompanied by your loved ones, but also the local population, partners and local representatives, tourism professionals and even the mountaineers and alpinists living on the terrain covered by the eight events.

We want you to experience an extraordinary adventure, respectful of the environment and rich in emotion, solidarity, and authenticity, close to the iconic Mont Blanc. We like to say that the Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc is a small world tour, an adventure where you learn to remain humble in the face of adversity, courageous in the face of extreme effort, and altruistic in success. It is a sporting epic, but above all a quest for the self, the event offers an opportunity to reconnect to yourself and to others through values that we hold dear.

SHARING

The Dacia UTMB® Mont-Blanc at its core is a story of women and men. A great adventure bonded by common values and vision, that of sharing and fellowship between peoples. The Mont Blanc region is one of those rare places where there remains a strong connection between the people and the great outdoors. It is this relationship to the environment that brings together the inhabitants of the Mont Blanc region around a common endeavor, that of sharing, across our orders and with other passionate people, their knowhow and relationship to the mountain and its environs.

HERITAGE

For 20 years, the inhabitants of the Mont-Blanc region have put this knowhow and expertise to work in the service of the Dacia UTMB® Mont-Blanc. It is thanks to their excellence and knowledge of the territory that the event that is UTMB® is a logistical success which allows us to bring to life, over the course of one week, this territory of 3 countries, 18 communes, 7 valleys and 800 km of paths. In each of these regions, the energy of these men and women allows the Dacia UTMB® Mont-Blanc to host, each year, no fewer than 10,000 runners and 20,000 companions under ideal conditions. All come together around a common goal: to convey the values and the heritage of which they are so proud.

INTERNATIONAL

The UTMB® is synonymous with sharing and fellowship among peoples. This sharing takes place between runners from around the world, women and men from 5 continents and 100 nations. The last week of August in the villages and towns around Mont Blanc, you’ll meet American, Chinese, Japanese, Brazilian, Argentinean, Australian, Spanish, Omani, and South African runners ... All are welcome, and together they bring a cosmopolitan dimension that is at the heart of the event.

EXPERIENCE

The experience of each participant is one of the very core concerns of the Dacia UTMB® Mont-Blanc. As our adventure has continued through the years, the Dacia UTMB® Mont-Blanc has always taken care to focus on the experience of each participant, so it continues to be authentic and complete. The high quality of the organization, the experience of the runners, the post-race follow-up, the liveliness of the region, and the scenic beauty of the race routes… All these are measures that contribute to the quality of the experience.

PASSION

As the Dacia UTMB® Mont-Blanc celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2023, the event continues to live with the same passion and the same convictions, with a goal of building, year after year, an ever-more cohesive event that is both collaborative and alive. An event with humanity at the heart of the experience. We are committed to insuring that every UTMB® race is a time of sharing, emotions and passion. We wish each and every one of you a great UTMB® experience!

ETHICS

Respect for people and the environment, mutual aid, equity and solidarity are the fundamental principles governing the organisation of the Dacia UTMB® Mont-Blanc. These values take concrete form throughout the year, both locally and internationally. Consideration of the territories and municipalities crossed, respect for participants and volunteers, protection of the environment and the health of runners, implementation of charitable actions. All these initiatives have been made possible by the organisation, which since its creation has given priority to concrete actions such as the 190 bibs for solidarity, health and the environment wear by runners in 2023. More than ever, we wish to share these values and actions with all those who participate in the great Dacia UTMB® Mont-Blanc celebration.

WORLD SUMMIT OF TRAIL RUNNING

THE WORLD’S ULTIMATE TRAIL-RUNNING CIRCUIT

THE WORLD’S ULTIMATE TRAIL-RUNNING CIRCUIT

Uniting the sport’s biggest stars and amateur runners through the best, leading international events in the most stunning locations, the UTMB World Series gives all trail runners the chance to experience the UTMB adventure across the world, and gain access to the UTMB World Series Finals at the pinnacle Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc.

Uniting the sport’s biggest stars and amateur runners through the best, leading international events in the most stunning locations, the UTMB World Series gives all trail runners the chance to experience the UTMB adventure across the world, and gain access to the UTMB World Series Finals at the pinnacle UTMB MontBlanc.

Celebrating its 20th Anniversary this year, the mythic Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc is the world’s most well-known and revered trail running event on the globe. In the heart of the Alps, the prestigious UTMB World Series Finals is held in 3 categories: the OCC (50K), CCC(100K) and UTMB (100M) every year at the end of August in Chamonix, France.

Celebrating its 20th Anniversary this year, the mythic UTMB Mont-Blanc is the world’s most well-known and revered trail running event on the globe. In the heart of the Alps, the prestigious UTMB World Series Finals is held in 3 categories: the OCC (50K), CCC(100K) and UTMB (100M) every year at the end of August in Chamonix, France.

Three UTMB World Series Majors, are held each year across the Americas, Europe and the Asia-Pacific region. Collect double the amount of Running Stones compared to other UTMB World Series Events for the UTMB World Series Finals lottery. In total 225 runners are also granted automatic qualification for the UTMB World Series Finals through each Major. This includes age-group category winners and the top 10 male and female runners in the 100M, 100K and 50K categories.

Three UTMB World Series Majors, are held each year across the Americas, Europe and the Asia-Pacific region. Collect double the amount of Running Stones compared to other UTMB World Series Events for the UTMB World Series Finals lottery. In total 225 runners are also granted automatic qualification for the UTMB World Series Finals through each Major. This includes age-group category winners and the top 10 male and female runners in the 100M, 100K and 50K categories.

Get the UTMB experience closer to home. Built on a passion for the mountains with sustainability at its heart, UTMB World Series Events gives all trail runners the chance to experience the UTMB adventure at 35 events around the world. Begin your quest to UTMB Mont-Blanc and the UTMB World Series Finals.

Get the Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc experience closer to home. Built on a passion for the mountains with sustainability at its heart, UTMB World Series Events gives all trail runners the chance to experience the adventure at 36 events around the world. Begin your quest to Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc and the UTMB World Series Finals.

RUNNING STONES

You can only collect Running Stones by finishing races in the 20K, 50K, 100K or 100M category at a UTMB World Series Event or UTMB World Series Major.

You can only collect Running Stones by finishing races in the 20K, 50K, 100K or 100M category at a UTMB World Series Event or UTMB World Series Major.

Only 1 Running Stone acquired in the past two years is mandatory to enter the lottery. Running Stones are cumulative, have no expiration date, and each Running Stone gives you an additional chance to be drawn in the UTMB World Series Finals lottery.

Only 1 Running Stone acquired in the past two years is mandatory to enter the lottery. Running Stones are cumulative, have no expiration date, and each Running Stone gives you an additional chance to be drawn in the UTMB World Series Finals lottery.

UTMB® INDEX

The UTMB Index is calculated for each of the 4 UTMB World Series race categories: 20K, 50K,100k and 100M.

The UTMB Index is calculated for each of the 4 UTMB World Series race categories: 20K, 50K,100k and 100M.

Trail runners are also given a General UTMB Index calculated by combining results from all race categories. A valid UTMB Index is mandatory to enter the UTMB World Series Finals lottery, along with a minimum of 1 Running Stone.

Trail runners are also given a General UTMB Index calculated by combining results from all race categories. A valid UTMB Index is mandatory to enter the UTMB World Series Finals lottery, along with a minimum of 1Running Stone.

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Istria 100™ by UTMB®

Croatia

Transvulcania by UTMB®

Spain

Ultra-Trail Snowdonia by UTMB® Wales

Trail Alsace Grand Est by UTMB®

France

Trail du Saint-Jacques by UTMB®

France

mozart 100™ by UTMB®

Austria

La Sportiva® Lavaredo Ultra Trail® by UTMB® Italy

Trail 100 Andorra™ by UTMB® Andorra

Val d'Aran by UTMB®

Spain

Restonica Trail by UTMB®

France

Trail Verbier Saint-Bernard by UTMB®

Switzerland

Eiger Ultra-Trail™ by UTMB®

Switzerland

KAT100™ by UTMB®

Austria

UTMB® Mont-Blanc

France, Italy, Switzerland

Julian Alps Trail Run by UTMB®

Slovenia

Wildstrubel by UTMB®

Switzerland

Nice Côte d’Azur by UTMB®

France

Kullamannen™ by UTMB® Sweden

Tarawera Ultramarathon™ by UTMB® New-Zealand

Ultra-Trail Australia™ by UTMB® Australia

Ultra-Trail Kosciuszko™ by UTMB® Australia

Desert RATS Trail Running Festival™ by UTMB® USA

The Canyons Endurance Runs™ by UTMB® USA

Valhöll Argentina by UTMB® Argentina

Western States® 100-Mile Endurance Run USA

Speedgoat™ Mountain Races by UTMB® USA

Paraty Brazil by UTMB® Brazil

Grindstones Trail Running Festival™ by UTMB® USA

Kodiak Ultra Marathons by UTMB® USA

Puerto Vallarta México by UTMB® Mexico

36 ÉVÉNEMENTS EXTRAORDINAIRES 36 ÉVÉNEMENTS EXTRAORDINAIRES

36 EVENTS CONFIRMED IN 2023

Mountain Ultra-Trail™ by UTMB® South Africa

Amazean Jungle Thailand by UTMB® Thailand

Ultra-Trail Ninghai by UTMB® China

TransJeju by UTMB® South Korea

TransLantau™ by UTMB® Hong Kong

Doi Inthanon Thailand by UTMB® Thailand

HOKA MORNING RUN

HOKA BaseCamp

Tuesday, 09:00am

SUNRISE YOGA

HOKA BaseCamp

Wednesday, 07:00am

HOKA ATHLE TES MEE T & GREE T

HOKA BaseCamp

Wednesday, 14:00pm

HOKA FILM FESTIVAL

Place du Triangle de l’Amitié

Wednesday, 20:00pm

SUNRISE YOGA

HOKA BaseCamp

Thursday, 07:00am

The full event’s program, activities and celebrations will be updated regularly on the WEBSITE

MONDAY 28.08

TUESDAY 29.08

RESOLE YOUR SHOES WITH VIBRAM, HIGH PERFORMANCE RUBBER SOLES.

A TESTER

WEDNESDAY 30.08

THURSDAY 31.08

SATURDAY 02.09

WHERE CAN YOU WATCH THE START OF THE UTMB®?

In 2023, specially created entertainment areas will provide the best possible view of the start of the UTMB®

Experience the start and the first few kilometres of the race on a giant screen while you wait for the frontrunners to come past!

There will be 2 entertainment areas on Friday 1 September, open from 17:00: Les Houches et Les Contamines-Montjoie ENTERTAINMENT AREAS FOR EVEN MORE EXCITEMENT!

TRANSPORTS IN THE VALLEY

For all those who wish to experience the event under the best possible conditions, and to reduce our impact on the environment, we encourage runners, crews, volunteers and visitors to learn about the exceptional transport plan that we have set up for the duration of the Dacia UTMB® Mont-Blanc.

Check our WEBSITE and our patners’ pages to know more about schedules, prices and conditions.

FOR THE RESPECT OF THE ENVIRONMENT, TAKE THE PUBLIC TRANSPORTS!

Free public transport in the Chamonix Mont-Blanc valley (from Servoz to Vallorcine) with a downloadable transport ticket here or a guest card (provided by your host).

shuttle

Free shuttle buses for runners to get to the start of the races

UTMB ® Bus for crew members and spectators in order to get to the start and to follow the runners in all the villages through which the races pass without having to take their personal vehicles.

Difficult parking in Chamonix

P1 : free shuttle to Les Houches or Chamonix

P2 et P3 : parking lots served by Chamonix Bus

Free

buses «Les Mulets» in Chamonix town center

NEW DACIA DUSTER

Dacia

The UTMB® is an extraordinary and particularly demanding race around the Mont Blanc massif, crossing 3 countries and 18 towns. With passages at an altitude of over 2,500m, 171km to cover and 10,000m of D+, the UTMB® pushes everyone to go beyond their limits for a life-changing experience.

2 300 RUNNERS

MAX TIME ALLOWED: 46:30 FIRST FINISHER TIME: APPROX 20:00

TIME OF PASSAGE

X-ALPINE 2022

REGULATIONS

RACE BIBS

Race-bibs are given to each runner upon presentation of:

• A valid photo ID

• The backpack that you will be using during the race, so that we can attach the gps tracker to it. The race bib can be picked up at one of 2 locations : Courmayeur at the Dolonne Sports Center or in Chamonix. You must indicate where you will pick up your bib in your Runner Account online prior to the Event. The race-bib must be worn on the chest or stomach and must remain permanently and completely visible during the whole race. It must always be placed on top of all clothing and must not be positioned on a leg or on the pack. The runner’s name and partner’s logos must not be altered or hidden. The bib is the pass to access the shuttles, buses, aid stations, medical points, rest rooms, showers, bag drop-off or pick-up areas... The bib is only withdrawn if the runner refuses to comply with the race director’s decision. If the runner abandons the race, the bib is cut and deactivated..

ARE YOU SPONSORED?

That’s great but you can strictly only display it on your clothes and equipment used during the race. No flags in the name of X, or banners for Y.

CONTROL

Each runner will be supplied with 2 electronic chips and a bracelet. Certain check points are automatic, others are manual. Unexpected controls will be carried out by the organization. Runners who are not permanently in possession of their chips and wrist-bands will be penalized.

ENVIRONMENT

Help us to conserve the natural surroundings; do not drop your litter along the race route. We all share the responsibility of keeping our play-ground clean. Do not forget to carry bag in which to put your rubbish between two rubbish-bin points.

PORTABLE CUP

Designed to avoid wastage of disposable cups throughout the race, each runner must provide their own, with a minimum capacity of 15cl. Attention, gourds/water bottles or water flasks with screw/clip top are not accepted as beakers!

«BRING YOUR OWN UTENSILS»

The organization will not distribute any disposable cutlery, beakers/cups or bowls at aid stations and refreshment posts. You are asked to carry your own utensils if you wish to eat hot food (soup, pasta).

BYOU

SPARE BAGS

1 bag for personal belongings in Courmayeur. During the race, it is mandatory to retrieve your sack in Courmayeur and then drop it off again in the appropriate area before leaving so that it can be returned to Chamonix. (Attention: no spare bags in Champex) Neither walking poles, nor fragile or valuable objects, are to be placed in these bags. Only the bags provided by the organization will be allowed. Any delay in their repatriation is due to logistical constraints. A bag can be returned after the runner arrives in Chamonix, in particular in the case of abandonment early in the race. Thank you for being patient and respecting the work of the volunteers.

RESPECTING THE REGULATIONS AND THE RACE STEWARDS

As in previous years, the volunteers are there to help you, but also to ensure that the rules are respected. Among them are the Commissaires de Course (race stewards). Some of them have specific duties concerning the immediate application of real time penalties due if the rules are not respected. It is important to understand that the penalties which entail a stop are applied during the race! For the race leaders this represents a possible descent in the ranking, and the slowest runners this could mean missing the next time barrier. The Race Stewards have the right to check your mandatory equipment at the start and at any point along the route. If you are missing an element of the mandatory safety equipment (no minimum water reserve of a minimum of 1 liter, no waterproof jacket with hood, no torch, no survival blanket, no mobile/cell phone) you will be immediately disqualified. To know more about the penalties, read the complete regulations on

In case of exceptional or particular events, penalties will be decided with the race directors.

AID STATIONS

Only runners wearing a visible race number on their chest or stomach, their wristband and their chip on their rucksack will have access to the aid stations. Organisers will only provide still water or energy drinks for filling water bottles or water bags. All other drinks are to be consumed on site only. 3 types of refreshment points are available:

• Drinks only: still water, sparkling water, Näak Ultra Energy drink, cola, coffee, tea, vermicelli soup.

• Full feed: drinks (as above) + cereal or energy bars, Ultra Energy Näak bars and waffles, sweet cakes, chocolate, bananas, oranges, sultanas, savoury biscuits, cheese, sausage, bread.

• In addition, a hot meal is available in Les Chapieux, Courmayeur and Champex for the UTMB® (a gluten-free option is available on request). A post-race meal is served in Chamonix.

ABANDONING THE RACE

Unless you are injured, you must not leave the trail other than at a checkpoint. In this case, you MUST notify the checkpoint supervisor, who will permanently cancel your race number and collect your rucksack chip.

The runner must keep their cancelled race number as it serves as an access pass to the shuttles, buses, meals and treatment rooms. Repatriation will be decided in consultation with the station manager, in accordance with the following general rules:

• Buses are available at certain feed stations indicated by a “bus” pictogram on the timetable for runners who have abandoned the race and want to return to Chamonix.

• Runners who abandon the race at another aid or feed station, but whose state of health does not require them to be evacuated, must return to the nearest repatriation point as quickly as possible and by their own means.

• In the event that a runner abandons the race before a checkpoint, it is imperative to return to the previous checkpoint and report withdrawal from the race to the station manager. If, while returning to the previous checkpoint, the runner encounters sweepers, it is the sweepers who will cancel the race number. The runner is then outside the organisation’s area of control.

New: for better feedback, you can also declare your withdrawal on the application.

CUT-OFF TIMES

These are calculated to enable participants to reach the finish in the maximum time allowed. They are indicated on the various documents provided. The cut-off time indicated is the deadline by which competitors must leave the checkpoint. The organisers may modify the cut-off times for safety reasons. Runners will be notified by SMS and/or email. No runner will be allowed to leave a checkpoint behind the sweepers.

Please note, however, that the withdrawal procedure described above also applies to runners that have the application.

REPATRIATION

The organisation does not provide repatriation by car or 4x4 (except for medical reasons and on the decision of the medical officer or head of station). Runners who abandon at a mountain station must return as quickly as possible and by their own means to the nearest repatriation point where the organisation’s buses are available.

REST AND SHOWERS

LIGHTING

For better night vision, the route markers have a yellow reflective element that will illuminate when your headlamp shines on it. In 2017, the organising team also introduced green markers. These are a reminder that you are in a sensitive natural area.

CAUTION: if you no longer see the route markers, turn back! Out of respect for the environment, no paint will be used on the trails.

You can only take a hot shower at the finish. On the course, showers are only available on medical advice. The rest areas provided by the organisers will be strictly reserved for runners who are racing or who have just finished. Under no circumstances will they provide overnight accommodation. Access to the rest area will only be possible for runners who have their own sleeping bag liner.

LIVETRAIL®

CREWING AND ASSISTANCE

Assistance is only permitted at certain aid stations (*). You may only be assisted by one person at a time, and only in the area specifically reserved for this purpose, on presentation of the “Assistance” ticket and at the discretion of the station manager (the rest of the aid station is strictly reserved for runners).

The “Assistance” tickets are given to the runner in the race number envelope. The runner is then free to give each ticket to the person of his/her choice.

ACCOMPANYING ALONG THE ROUTE

Again, to ensure equality between competitors, whatever their position, it is forbidden to be accompanied during all or part of the race by a person who is not a participant, outside of the zones of tolerance which are clearly marked in proximity to the aid stations. This authorizes short walks for family and friends but forbids pace setters. Race stewards are positioned at several points along the route and can give real time penalties if the regulations are not respected.

ROAD CLOSURES (EXCEPT UTMB® BUS)

Your assistant has the right to one piece of hand luggage (a bag with a maximum volume of 30 liters) in which to transport the necessary products (food, clothing…). Assistance provided by a professional team, or any other pro, medical or paramedical – even if they are relatives - is strictly forbidden. This is to ensure equity amongst all the runners, and to prevent aid stations from becoming a Formula 1 pit-stops. This doesn’t mean that your family and friends cannot support you along the way. Simply, so that everything runs smoothly, you are asked to respect the instructions given by the aid station team leader.

LES HOUCHES

Crossing closed Friday 1st from 5:30PM to 8:00PM

LES CONTAMINES

Access to the village only by shuttle bus (from Chamonix and St Gervais)

ARNOUVAZ

Access by shuttle only

PERSONAL ASSISTANCE IS TOLERATED AT THE FOLLOWING STATIONS:

• LES CONTAMINES

• COURMAYEUR

• CHAMPEX

• TRIENT

• VALLORCINE

CHAMPEX-LAC

Access to Champex-Lac only by shuttle (from Chamonix)

LA FOULY

Access to La Fouly by shuttle bus (from Chamonix) only, except for authorized guests.

TRIENT

Access by shuttle only

VALLORCINE

Access by shuttle only

DIFFICULT PARKING AND HEAVY TRAFFIC ST-GERVAIS

YOUNG CHILDREN

Due to possible waiting time and difficult weather conditions, children under the age of 3 are not allowed on the shuttles.

PETS

Pets are not allowed in the base camps.

MANDATORY EQUIPMENT

THE BASIC KIT

Running pack to carry mandatory kit throughout the race.

Smartphone with LiveRun application installed and activated with international roaming allowing for its use in the three countries. The runner must be reachable at any time before, during and after the race: Keep the phone on, airplane mode is forbidden and could give rise to penalties. An external battery is highly recommended.

Reusable beaker 15 cl minimum (bottles or flasks with lids are not accepted)

Minimum water supply: at least 1 liter

2 working torches with spare cells/batteries for each torch Recommendation : 200 lumens or more for the main torch

Survival blanket of 1.40m x 2m

minimum Whistle

Self-adhering elastic bandage for bandaging or strapping (minimum 100 cm x 6 cm)

Food reserve Recommendation: 800kcal (2 gels + 2 power bars each of 65g )

Jacket with hood for bad weather in the mountains. The jacket must be made of a waterproof* and breathable** membrane (eg. Goretex, Outdry etc.) *minimum recommended 10 000 Schmerber **RET recommended inferior to 13

- The jacket must, imperatively, have an integrated hood or one which is attached to the jacket by the original system designed for that purpose by the manufacturer.

- The seams must be sealed.

- The jacket must not have sections of fabric which are not waterproof, but air vents fitted by the manufacturer (under-arm, in the back)-since they do not damage in any obvious way the impermeability- are accepted.

- The runner must judge whether, according to the beforementioned criteria, the jacket complies with the regulations and therefore is suitable for bad weather in the mountains. However, during a check, the race director’s opinion on the matter shall prevail.

Long-legged trousers or race leggings OR a combination of leggings and socks to cover the legs completely

Cap or bandana or Buff®

Additional warm second layer: a warm second layer top with long sleeves (excluding cotton) weighing at least 180g (men’s size medium - M) OR the combination of a long-sleeved warm undergarment (first or second layer, excluding cotton) weighing at least 110g (men’s size medium-M) and a windproof jacket* with durable water-repellent protection (DWR protection)

*the wind-proof jacket does not replace the mandatory waterproof jacket, and vice versa

Hat

Warm and water-proof gloves

Waterproof overpants

Photo ID – passport/ID card

At the end of August, in the Mont-Blanc region, the weather can change very quickly. In these conditions it is difficult to forecast the weather conditions in a very precise or complete manner. So as to be always ready for the reality on the ground, and in order not to burden you unnecessarily, the organization has added three kits to the list of mandatory equipment.

The «hot weather» and «cold weather» weather kits are integrally a part of the obligatory equipment. According to the weather conditions, the organization can activate a kit and inform each participant before the opening of the race-bib distribution of their race.

Each runner undertakes to carry the compulsory equipment, including the kit activated by the organisation, and to keep it on his/ her person throughout the race.

Spare warm clothing, essential in case of cold and rainy weather or in case of injury.

Poles in case of rain or snow for your safety on slippery ground

Vaseline or anti-heat cream

At least 20€ cash (just in case...).

Reusable bowl

GPS watch

Knife or scissors for cutting elastic bandage

Emergency sewing kit

Sunglasses ***

THE HOT WEATHER KIT . .

Saharan cap or any combination which completely covers the head and nape of the neck

Sunscreen Recommendation: minimum sun protection factor (SPF) 50

Minimum water supply: 2 liters

*** it is possible to use the same glasses if they are suited both to the sun and bad weather (such as glasses with photo-chromatic lenses)

THE COLD WEATHER KIT . .

Protective eyewear ***

3rd warm layer (intermediary layer between the 2nd layer and the waterproof jacket)). Recommendation: fleece or compressible down jacket

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Robust and closed trail-running shoes (minimalist or ultralight shoes excluded)

SAFETY

ENVIRONMENT & WEATHER

The Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc races are all take place in open country, in mountainous terrain, with some remote areas (no roads or telecommunications…) with weather conditions which can change very quickly even at the end of August (snow, hail, fog, heat (>30°) or intense cold (<-10°), violent wind). Advice along the route :

- Do not stop at high peaks

- If you can’t see any way-marker: turn around and go back to the previous marker

- Follow the marked paths

EQUIPMENT

Some common sense reminders for facing difficult weather conditions:

- Anticipate the cold as well as extreme heat

- Don’t wait to shiver before covering yourself up

- Don’t change in full wind: anticipate or wait to be sheltered

- Protect yourself against the sun

Walking poles: watch what you do with your poles particularly at the beginning of the race when there is a high human density. Do not wear the wrist straps on the descents: in case of a rough fall wrist-straps prevent the suitable use of the hands (injuries to shoulders, wrists, forearms or more seriously the head).

EATING & DRINKING

Hydration and the consumption of energizing snacks must be adapted to the meteorological conditions and enriched in salt throughout the effort. Keep a good balance between slow and rapid release sugars. Find our health advices on

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FATIGUE AND VIGILANCE

Rest areas are available at aid stations for a few moments of sleep. It is dangerous to stop and sleep alone outdoor. Fatigue and the lack of vigilance could cause an accident. Run within your limits (above all over the first part of the race course) saving your energy for later to overcome difficult situations which may arise, such as a sudden change of weather conditions.

COMPULSORY PERSONAL ACCIDENT INSURANCE

To ensure peace of mind at the start of your Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc race, we remind you that you must have personal accident insurance to cover any search and evacuation costs in France, Italy and Switzerland. Helicopter repatriation costs between 800 and 3,000 euros. Every year, runners get caught out because they were not sufficiently prepared. Such insurance can be taken out with the organisation of your choice.

Since 2022, UTMB Group has been offering repatriation assistance insurance.

For €49 a year, you can take out insurance that guarantees worldwide cover for rescue, repatriation and medical care (including helicopter rescue). Sign up here:

HTTPS://UTMB.ASSURINCO.COM/

Before the start of the race, don’t forget to add these emergency numbers in you mobile phone

LIVETRAIL

The application is a reference interface for your safety, while providing you with invaluable information about the competition (real-time tracking of your race and that of your friends). In the event of an SOS, the app lets you text your GPS position directly to the organisers. This saves precious time when it comes to taking care of you. Please note, however, that it is not a substitute for a call to Race HQ. A mobile phone is compulsory with the international option activated during the race, and with a working battery. Under no circumstances should you put your phone in aeroplane mode, as we need to be able to contact you before, during and after the race. For runners who will be spending more than 15 hours on the trail, it is advised to bring an external battery.

Check that the emergency number you have given is the contact information of the person in your entourage who should be alerted in the event of a problem. Very important: To improve your care in the event of an incident, check that you have entered your contact number for the duration of the race in your runner’s area. You can update it up until the start of your race.

It is compulsory not to leave a person in difficulty alone.

RESPECT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

SIGN-POSTING

In order to better understand the natural environment that you are crossing, we have created a specific sign-posting system. So, as you approach a herd/flock of animals or a naturally fragile zone, you will be informed by the sign-posts.

HERDS/FLOCKS

On approaching these zones, pay particular attention to your behaviour so as not to frighten the animals: don’t wave your arms or poles, don’t shout and slow down.

POLES

Hiking poles are forbidden in certain fragile sectors to avoid degradation of the site. These areas are marked by specific signs.

RESPECT OF THE PROTECTED NATURAL AREAS

FENCES

Certain routes cross through fenced pastures, please would you close any gates behind you.

FRAGILE SECTORS

You are requested to stay on the main paths so as to protect the nature around you, avoid aggravating the erosion or disturbing the protected flora and fauna.

The Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc races cross protected natural zones and areas:

5 nature reserves

A nature reserve is an area which constitutes a reservoir of remarkable and fragile bio-diversity. In the Haute Savoie, they are managed by the association ASTERS (the Conservatory of the Haute Savoie’s natural areas).

6 Natura 2000 sites

Natura 2000 is a European program creating a network of land and marine sites identified for the rarity or the fragility of the wild animal or plant species, and their habitats.

1 Franc district

In the Swiss territory the Franc districts have the aim of the protection and conservation of rare and threatened wild mammals and birds as well as the protection and conservation of their habitats.

NO MORE PLASTIC AT THE AID STATIONS

In order to reduce the use of plastic by runners and volunteers at the Dacia UTMB® Mont-Blanc, and thus limit your carbon footprint and waste production, the organisers will no longer be using disposable cutlery, cups or bowls at the race bases and feed stations (including for volunteers). In 2023, there will be no plastic bottles at the refreshment points. You will still find sparkling water, cola, still water and energy products, but these will be made by individual soft drinks machines.

Remember to separate your rubbish at the refreshment points. Organic waste such as leftover bars, fruit, fruit skins, leftover sausages, etc. should be disposed of in the bins provided. Try to take with you only what you will eat. Let’s avoid wasting food together.

PROGRAM

RACE BIBS DISTRIBUTION

Remember to choose your race-bibs distribution point and time via your runner’s page

SPARE BAGS

DROP

Chamonix

Chamonix Centre Sportif

Friday, 1st 14:00 - 17:00

GOING TO THE START IN CHAMONIX

PICK UP

Chamonix Chamonix Centre Sportif from Friday 1st 18:00 to Sunday 3rd 19:00

GOING BACK TO YOUR ACCOMODATION AFTER THE RACE

UTMB® BUS SCHEDULES: to find in our MOBILITY GUIDE

The Livetrail ® app now offers runner tracking in relation to the organisation’s shuttle timetables.

For spectators and crews, this means they can access all the information they need in real time from a single interface in order to follow the runners around Mont Blanc onboard the UTMB® BUS.

FINDING YOUR WAY AROUND CHAMONIX MONT-BLANC

The CCC® has climbed from being the «little sister of the UTMB®» to becoming a unique race that is one of the most prestigious of the world. The start line at the centre of Courmayeur is tinged with an atmosphere that only Italians can provide, a rare emotional moment.

1 900 RUNNERS

MAX TIME ALLOWED: 26:30

FIRST FINISHER TIME: APPROX 09:45

TIME OF PASSAGE

REGULATIONS

RACE BIBS

Race-bibs are given to each runner upon presentation of:

• A valid photo ID

• The backpack that you will be using during the race, so that we can attach the gps tracker to it. The race bib can be picked up at one of 2 locations : Courmayeur at the Dolonne Sports Center or in Chamonix. You must indicate where you will pick up your bib in your Runner Account online prior to the Event. The race-bib must be worn on the chest or stomach and must remain permanently and completely visible during the whole race. It must always be placed on top of all clothing and must not be positioned on a leg or on the pack. The runner’s name and partner’s logos must not be altered or hidden. The bib is the pass to access the shuttles, buses, aid stations, medical points, rest rooms, showers, bag drop-off or pick-up areas... The bib is only withdrawn if the runner refuses to comply with the race director’s decision. If the runner abandons the race, the bib is cut and deactivated..

ARE YOU SPONSORED?

That’s great but you can strictly only display it on your clothes and equipment used during the race. No flags in the name of X, or banners for Y.

CONTROL

Each runner will be supplied with 2 electronic chips and a bracelet. Certain check points are automatic, others are manual. Unexpected controls will be carried out by the organization. Runners who are not permanently in possession of their chips and wrist-bands will be penalized.

ENVIRONMENT

Help us to conserve the natural surroundings; do not drop your litter along the race route. We all share the responsibility of keeping our play-ground clean. Do not forget to carry bag in which to put your rubbish between two rubbish-bin points.

PORTABLE CUP

Designed to avoid wastage of disposable cups throughout the race, each runner must provide their own, with a minimum capacity of 15cl. Attention, gourds/water bottles or water flasks with screw/clip top are not accepted as beakers!

«BRING YOUR OWN UTENSILS»

The organization will not distribute any disposable cutlery, beakers/cups or bowls at aid stations and refreshment posts. You are asked to carry your own utensils if you wish to eat hot food (soup, pasta).

BYOU

SPARE BAGS

1 bag for personal belongings in Courmayeur. During the race, it is mandatory to retrieve your sack in Courmayeur and then drop it off again in the appropriate area before leaving so that it can be returned to Chamonix. (Attention: no spare bags in Champex) Neither walking poles, nor fragile or valuable objects, are to be placed in these bags. Only the bags provided by the organization will be allowed. Any delay in their repatriation is due to logistical constraints. A bag can be returned after the runner arrives in Chamonix, in particular in the case of abandonment early in the race. Thank you for being patient and respecting the work of the volunteers.

RESPECTING THE REGULATIONS AND THE RACE STEWARDS

As in previous years, the volunteers are there to help you, but also to ensure that the rules are respected. Among them are the Commissaires de Course (race stewards). Some of them have specific duties concerning the immediate application of real time penalties due if the rules are not respected. It is important to understand that the penalties which entail a stop are applied during the race! For the race leaders this represents a possible descent in the ranking, and the slowest runners this could mean missing the next time barrier. The Race Stewards have the right to check your mandatory equipment at the start and at any point along the route. If you are missing an element of the mandatory safety equipment (no minimum water reserve of a minimum of 1 liter, no waterproof jacket with hood, no torch, no survival blanket, no mobile/cell phone) you will be immediately disqualified. To know more about the penalties, read the complete regulations on

MONTBLANC.UTMB.WORLD

In case of exceptional or particular events, penalties will be decided with the race directors.

AID STATIONS

Only runners wearing a visible race number on their chest or stomach, their wristband and their chip on their rucksack will have access to the aid stations. Organisers will only provide still water or energy drinks for filling water bottles or water bags. All other drinks are to be consumed on site only. 3 types of refreshment points are available:

• Drinks only: still water, sparkling water, Näak Ultra Energy drink, cola, coffee, tea, vermicelli soup.

• Full feed: drinks (as above) + cereal or energy bars, Ultra Energy Näak bars and waffles, sweet cakes, chocolate, bananas, oranges, sultanas, savoury biscuits, cheese, sausage, bread.

• In addition, a hot meal is available in Les Chapieux, Courmayeur and Champex for the UTMB® (a gluten-free option is available on request). A post-race meal is served in Chamonix.

ABANDONING THE RACE

Unless you are injured, you must not leave the trail other than at a checkpoint. In this case, you MUST notify the checkpoint supervisor, who will permanently cancel your race number and collect your rucksack chip.

The runner must keep their cancelled race number as it serves as an access pass to the shuttles, buses, meals and treatment rooms. Repatriation will be decided in consultation with the station manager, in accordance with the following general rules:

• Buses are available at certain feed stations indicated by a “bus” pictogram on the timetable for runners who have abandoned the race and want to return to Chamonix.

• Runners who abandon the race at another aid or feed station, but whose state of health does not require them to be evacuated, must return to the nearest repatriation point as quickly as possible and by their own means.

• In the event that a runner abandons the race before a checkpoint, it is imperative to return to the previous checkpoint and report withdrawal from the race to the station manager. If, while returning to the previous checkpoint, the runner encounters sweepers, it is the sweepers who will cancel the race number. The runner is then outside the organisation’s area of control.

New: for better feedback, you can also declare your withdrawal on the application.

CUT-OFF TIMES

These are calculated to enable participants to reach the finish in the maximum time allowed. They are indicated on the various documents provided. The cut-off time indicated is the deadline by which competitors must leave the checkpoint. The organisers may modify the cut-off times for safety reasons. Runners will be notified by SMS and/or email. No runner will be allowed to leave a checkpoint behind the sweepers.

Please note, however, that the withdrawal procedure described above also applies to runners that have the application.

REPATRIATION

The organisation does not provide repatriation by car or 4x4 (except for medical reasons and on the decision of the medical officer or head of station). Runners who abandon at a mountain station must return as quickly as possible and by their own means to the nearest repatriation point where the organisation’s buses are available.

REST AND SHOWERS

LIGHTING

For better night vision, the route markers have a yellow reflective element that will illuminate when your headlamp shines on it. In 2017, the organising team also introduced green markers. These are a reminder that you are in a sensitive natural area.

CAUTION: if you no longer see the route markers, turn back! Out of respect for the environment, no paint will be used on the trails.

You can only take a hot shower at the finish. On the course, showers are only available on medical advice. The rest areas provided by the organisers will be strictly reserved for runners who are racing or who have just finished. Under no circumstances will they provide overnight accommodation. Access to the rest area will only be possible for runners who have their own sleeping bag liner.

LIVETRAIL®

REGULATIONS

CREWING AND ASSISTANCE

Assistance is only permitted at certain aid stations (*). You may only be assisted by one person at a time, and only in the area specifically reserved for this purpose, on presentation of the “Assistance” ticket and at the discretion of the station manager (the rest of the aid station is strictly reserved for runners).

The “Assistance” tickets are given to the runner in the race number envelope. The runner is then free to give each ticket to the person of his/her choice.

1 TICKET PER ASSISTANCE STATION

1 TICKET = 1 PERSON

Your assistant has the right to one piece of hand luggage (a bag with a maximum volume of 30 liters) in which to transport the necessary products (food, clothing…). Assistance provided by a professional team, or any other pro, medical or paramedical – even if they are relatives - is strictly forbidden. This is to ensure equity amongst all the runners, and to prevent aid stations from becoming a Formula 1 pit-stops. This doesn’t mean that your family and friends cannot support you along the way. Simply, so that everything runs smoothly, you are asked to respect the instructions given by the aid station team leader.

(*) PERSONAL ASSISTANCE IS TOLERATED AT THE FOLLOWING STATIONS: • CHAMPEX

• TRIENT

• VALLORCINE

YOUNG CHILDREN

Due to possible waiting time and difficult weather conditions, children under the age of 3 are not allowed on the shuttles.

PETS

Pets are not allowed in the base camps.

ACCOMPANYING ALONG THE ROUTE

Again, to ensure equality between competitors, whatever their position, it is forbidden to be accompanied during all or part of the race by a person who is not a participant, outside of the zones of tolerance which are clearly marked in proximity to the aid stations. This authorizes short walks for family and friends but forbids pace setters. Race stewards are positioned at several points along the route and can give real time penalties if the regulations are not respected.

VOYAGEZ EN UTMB BUS POUR ASSISTER VOTRE COUREUR

GUIDE MOBILITÉ

TRAVEL BY UTMB® BUS TO ASSIST YOUR RUNNER MOBILITY GUIDE

ROAD CLOSURES (EXCEPT UTMB® BUS)

ARNOUVAZ

Access by shuttle only

CHAMPEX-LAC

Access to Champex-Lac only by shuttle (from Chamonix)

LA FOULY

Access to La Fouly by shuttle bus (from Chamonix) only, except for authorized guests.

TRIENT

Access by shuttle only

VALLORCINE

Access by shuttle only

MANDATORY EQUIPMENT

THE BASIC KIT

Running pack to carry mandatory kit throughout the race.

Smartphone with LiveRun application installed and activated with international roaming allowing for its use in the three countries. The runner must be reachable at any time before, during and after the race: Keep the phone on, airplane mode is forbidden and could give rise to penalties. An external battery is highly recommended.

Reusable beaker 15 cl minimum (bottles or flasks with lids are not accepted)

Minimum water supply: at least 1 liter

2 working torches with spare cells/batteries for each torch Recommendation : 200 lumens or more for the main torch

Survival blanket of 1.40m x 2m minimum Whistle

Self-adhering elastic bandage for bandaging or strapping (minimum 100 cm x 6 cm)

Food reserve Recommendation: 800kcal (2 gels + 2 power bars each of 65g )

Jacket with hood for bad weather in the mountains. The jacket must be made of a waterproof* and breathable** membrane (eg. Goretex, Outdry etc.) *minimum recommended 10 000 Schmerber **RET recommended inferior to 13

- The jacket must, imperatively, have an integrated hood or one which is attached to the jacket by the original system designed for that purpose by the manufacturer.

- The seams must be sealed.

- The jacket must not have sections of fabric which are not waterproof, but air vents fitted by the manufacturer (under-arm, in the back)-since they do not damage in any obvious way the impermeability- are accepted.

- The runner must judge whether, according to the beforementioned criteria, the jacket complies with the regulations and therefore is suitable for bad weather in the mountains. However, during a check, the race director’s opinion on the matter shall prevail.

Long-legged trousers or race leggings OR a combination of leggings and socks to cover the legs completely

Cap or bandana or Buff®

Additional warm second layer: a warm second layer top with long sleeves (excluding cotton) weighing at least 180g (men’s size medium - M) OR the combination of a long-sleeved warm undergarment (first or second layer, excluding cotton) weighing at least 110g (men’s size medium-M) and a windproof jacket* with durable water-repellent protection (DWR protection)

*the wind-proof jacket does not replace the mandatory waterproof jacket, and vice versa

Hat

Warm and water-proof gloves

Waterproof overpants

Photo ID – passport/ID card

At the end of August, in the Mont-Blanc region, the weather can change very quickly. In these conditions it is difficult to forecast the weather conditions in a very precise or complete manner. So as to be always ready for the reality on the ground, and in order not to burden you unnecessarily, the organization has added three kits to the list of mandatory equipment.

The «hot weather» and «cold weather» weather kits are integrally a part of the obligatory equipment. According to the weather conditions, the organization can activate a kit and inform each participant before the opening of the race-bib distribution of their race.

Each runner undertakes to carry the compulsory equipment, including the kit activated by the organisation, and to keep it on his/ her person throughout the race.

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Vaseline or anti-heating cream

Spare warm clothing, essential in case of cold and rainy weather or in case of injury.

Re-usable bowl

Poles in case of rain or snow for your safety on slippery ground

Vaseline or anti-heat cream

Knife or scissors for cutting the self adhesive elasticated bandage

At least 20€ cash (just in case...).

Reusable bowl

GPS watch

Sewing set GPS Watch

Knife or scissors for cutting elastic bandage

A minimum of €20 (to cover unforeseen events)

Emergency sewing kit

THE HOT WEATHER KIT

Sun glasses ***

Sunglasses ***

Saharan cap or any combination which completely covers the head and nape of the neck

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*** it is possible to use the same glasses if they are suited both to the sun and bad weather (such as glasses with photo-chromatic lenses)

Minimum water supply: 2 liters

*** it is possible to use the same glasses if they are suited both to the sun and bad weather (such as glasses with photo-chromatic lenses)

Sun cream

Supply of water of 2 liters

minimum

Sunscreen Recommendation: minimum sun protection factor (SPF) 50

THE COLD WEATHER KIT . .

Protective eyewear ***

3rd warm layer (intermediary layer between the 2nd layer and the waterproof jacket)). Recommendation: fleece or compressible down jacket

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Robust and closed trail-running shoes (minimalist or ultralight shoes excluded)

SAFETY

ENVIRONMENT & WEATHER

The Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc races are all take place in open country, in mountainous terrain, with some remote areas (no roads or telecommunications…) with weather conditions which can change very quickly even at the end of August (snow, hail, fog, heat (>30°) or intense cold (<-10°), violent wind). Advice along the route :

- Do not stop at high peaks

- If you can’t see any way-marker: turn around and go back to the previous marker

- Follow the marked paths

EQUIPMENT

Some common sense reminders for facing difficult weather conditions:

- Anticipate the cold as well as extreme heat

- Don’t wait to shiver before covering yourself up

- Don’t change in full wind: anticipate or wait to be sheltered

- Protect yourself against the sun

Walking poles: watch what you do with your poles particularly at the beginning of the race when there is a high human density. Do not wear the wrist straps on the descents: in case of a rough fall wrist-straps prevent the suitable use of the hands (injuries to shoulders, wrists, forearms or more seriously the head).

EATING & DRINKING

Hydration and the consumption of energizing snacks must be adapted to the meteorological conditions and enriched in salt throughout the effort. Keep a good balance between slow and rapid release sugars. Find our health advices on

MONTBLANC.UTMB.WORLD

FATIGUE AND VIGILANCE

Rest areas are available at aid stations for a few moments of sleep. It is dangerous to stop and sleep alone outdoor. Fatigue and the lack of vigilance could cause an accident. Run within your limits (above all over the first part of the race course) saving your energy for later to overcome difficult situations which may arise, such as a sudden change of weather conditions.

COMPULSORY PERSONAL ACCIDENT INSURANCE

To ensure peace of mind at the start of your Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc race, we remind you that you must have personal accident insurance to cover any search and evacuation costs in France, Italy and Switzerland. Helicopter repatriation costs between 800 and 3,000 euros. Every year, runners get caught out because they were not sufficiently prepared. Such insurance can be taken out with the organisation of your choice.

Since 2022, UTMB Group has been offering repatriation assistance insurance.

For €49 a year, you can take out insurance that guarantees worldwide cover for rescue, repatriation and medical care (including helicopter rescue). Sign up here:

HTTPS://UTMB.ASSURINCO.COM/

Before the start of the race, don’t forget to add these emergency numbers in you mobile phone

LIVETRAIL

The application is a reference interface for your safety, while providing you with invaluable information about the competition (real-time tracking of your race and that of your friends). In the event of an SOS, the app lets you text your GPS position directly to the organisers. This saves precious time when it comes to taking care of you. Please note, however, that it is not a substitute for a call to Race HQ. A mobile phone is compulsory with the international option activated during the race, and with a working battery. Under no circumstances should you put your phone in aeroplane mode, as we need to be able to contact you before, during and after the race. For runners who will be spending more than 15 hours on the trail, it is advised to bring an external battery.

Check that the emergency number you have given is the contact information of the person in your entourage who should be alerted in the event of a problem. Very important: To improve your care in the event of an incident, check that you have entered your contact number for the duration of the race in your runner’s area. You can update it up until the start of your race.

It is compulsory not to leave a person in difficulty alone.

RESPECT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

SIGN-POSTING

In order to better understand the natural environment that you are crossing, we have created a specific sign-posting system. So, as you approach a herd/flock of animals or a naturally fragile zone, you will be informed by the sign-posts.

HERDS/FLOCKS

On approaching these zones, pay particular attention to your behaviour so as not to frighten the animals: don’t wave your arms or poles, don’t shout and slow down.

POLES

Hiking poles are forbidden in certain fragile sectors to avoid degradation of the site. These areas are marked by specific signs.

RESPECT OF THE PROTECTED NATURAL AREAS

FENCES

Certain routes cross through fenced pastures, please would you close any gates behind you.

FRAGILE SECTORS

You are requested to stay on the main paths so as to protect the nature around you, avoid aggravating the erosion or disturbing the protected flora and fauna.

The Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc races cross protected natural zones and areas:

5 nature reserves

A nature reserve is an area which constitutes a reservoir of remarkable and fragile bio-diversity. In the Haute Savoie, they are managed by the association ASTERS (the Conservatory of the Haute Savoie’s natural areas).

6 Natura 2000 sites

Natura 2000 is a European program creating a network of land and marine sites identified for the rarity or the fragility of the wild animal or plant species, and their habitats.

1 Franc district

In the Swiss territory the Franc districts have the aim of the protection and conservation of rare and threatened wild mammals and birds as well as the protection and conservation of their habitats.

NO MORE PLASTIC AT THE AID STATIONS

In order to reduce the use of plastic by runners and volunteers at the Dacia UTMB® Mont-Blanc, and thus limit your carbon footprint and waste production, the organisers will no longer be using disposable cutlery, cups or bowls at the race bases and feed stations (including for volunteers). In 2023, there will be no plastic bottles at the refreshment points. You will still find sparkling water, cola, still water and energy products, but these will be made by individual soft drinks machines.

Remember to separate your rubbish at the refreshment points. Organic waste such as leftover bars, fruit, fruit skins, leftover sausages, etc. should be disposed of in the bins provided. Try to take with you only what you will eat. Let’s avoid wasting food together.

CHAMONIX

LES HOUCHES

SERVOZ

PROGRAM

RACE BIBS DISTRIBUTION

Remember to choose your race-bibs distribution point and time via your runner’s page

SPARE BAGS

DROP

Courmayeur

Piazzale Monte Bianco

Friday, 1st - 07:30-08:45

GOING TO THE START IN COURMAYEUR

PICK UP

Chamonix Chamonix Centre Sportif from Friday 1st 9:00 to Sunday 3rd 19:00

GOING BACK TO YOUR ACCOMODATION AFTER THE RACE

UTMB® BUS SCHEDULES: to find in our MOBILITY GUIDE

The Livetrail ® app now offers runner tracking in relation to the organisation’s shuttle timetables.

For spectators and crews, this means they can access all the information they need in real time from a single interface in order to follow the runners around Mont Blanc onboard the UTMB® BUS.

FINDING YOUR WAY AROUND CHAMONIX MONT-BLANC

Beautiful, technical, wild, demanding, there are so many adjectives to describe the TDS®. Acronym for «Sur les Traces des Ducs de Savoie» (the footprints of the Dukes of Savoie), the TDS® links the Aosta Valley to the Savoie, offering a voyage of discovery to the villages of the tour du Mont-Blanc and the mountains that surround them.

1 600 RUNNERS

MAX TIME ALLOWED: 44:10

FIRST FINISHER TIME: APPROX 18:00

TIME OF PASSAGE

REGULATIONS

RACE BIBS

Race-bibs are given to each runner upon presentation of:

• A valid photo ID

• The backpack that you will be using during the race, so that we can attach the gps tracker to it. The race bib can be picked up at one of 2 locations : Courmayeur at the Dolonne Sports Center or in Chamonix. You must indicate where you will pick up your bib in your Runner Account online prior to the Event. The race-bib must be worn on the chest or stomach and must remain permanently and completely visible during the whole race. It must always be placed on top of all clothing and must not be positioned on a leg or on the pack. The runner’s name and partner’s logos must not be altered or hidden. The bib is the pass to access the shuttles, buses, aid stations, medical points, rest rooms, showers, bag drop-off or pick-up areas... The bib is only withdrawn if the runner refuses to comply with the race director’s decision. If the runner abandons the race, the bib is cut and deactivated..

ARE YOU SPONSORED?

That’s great but you can strictly only display it on your clothes and equipment used during the race. No flags in the name of X, or banners for Y.

CONTROL

Each runner will be supplied with 2 electronic chips and a bracelet. Certain check points are automatic, others are manual. Unexpected controls will be carried out by the organization. Runners who are not permanently in possession of their chips and wrist-bands will be penalized.

ENVIRONMENT

Help us to conserve the natural surroundings; do not drop your litter along the race route. We all share the responsibility of keeping our play-ground clean. Do not forget to carry bag in which to put your rubbish between two rubbish-bin points.

PORTABLE CUP

Designed to avoid wastage of disposable cups throughout the race, each runner must provide their own, with a minimum capacity of 15cl. Attention, gourds/water bottles or water flasks with screw/clip top are not accepted as beakers!

«BRING YOUR OWN UTENSILS»

The organization will not distribute any disposable cutlery, beakers/cups or bowls at aid stations and refreshment posts. You are asked to carry your own utensils if you wish to eat hot food (soup, pasta).

BYOU

SPARE BAGS

1 bag for your personal belongings in Beaufort. During the race, you must collect your bag when you arrive in Beaufort and return it to the designated area when you leave so that it can be taken back to Chamonix. The bag should be left near the startline in Courmayeur before the start. No walking poles, valuables or fragile objects should be placed in the bag. Only bags provided by the organisers will be transported. Returning the bag will depend on logistical constraints. A bag may be delayed in relation to the runner, particularly if the runner drops out at the start of the race. Please be patient and respect the work of the volunteers.

RESPECTING THE REGULATIONS AND THE RACE STEWARDS

As in previous years, the volunteers are there to help you, but also to ensure that the rules are respected. Among them are the Commissaires de Course (race stewards). Some of them have specific duties concerning the immediate application of real time penalties due if the rules are not respected. It is important to understand that the penalties which entail a stop are applied during the race! For the race leaders this represents a possible descent in the ranking, and the slowest runners this could mean missing the next time barrier. The Race Stewards have the right to check your mandatory equipment at the start and at any point along the route. If you are missing an element of the mandatory safety equipment (no minimum water reserve of a minimum of 1 liter, no waterproof jacket with hood, no torch, no survival blanket, no mobile/cell phone) you will be immediately disqualified. To know more about the penalties, read the complete regulations on

MONTBLANC.UTMB.WORLD

In case of exceptional or particular events, penalties will be decided with the race directors.

AID STATIONS

Only runners wearing a visible race number on their chest or stomach, their wristband and their chip on their rucksack will have access to the aid stations. Organisers will only provide still water or energy drinks for filling water bottles or water bags. All other drinks are to be consumed on site only. 3 types of refreshment points are available:

• Drinks only: still water, sparkling water, Näak Ultra Energy drink, cola, coffee, tea, vermicelli soup.

• Full feed: drinks (as above) + cereal or energy bars, Ultra Energy Näak bars and waffles, sweet cakes, chocolate, bananas, oranges, sultanas, savoury biscuits, cheese, sausage, bread.

• In addition, a hot meal is available in Les Chapieux, Courmayeur and Champex for the UTMB® (a gluten-free option is available on request). A post-race meal is served in Chamonix.

ABANDONING THE RACE

Unless you are injured, you must not leave the trail other than at a checkpoint. In this case, you MUST notify the checkpoint supervisor, who will permanently cancel your race number and collect your rucksack chip.

The runner must keep their cancelled race number as it serves as an access pass to the shuttles, buses, meals and treatment rooms. Repatriation will be decided in consultation with the station manager, in accordance with the following general rules:

• Buses are available at certain feed stations indicated by a “bus” pictogram on the timetable for runners who have abandoned the race and want to return to Chamonix.

• Runners who abandon the race at another aid or feed station, but whose state of health does not require them to be evacuated, must return to the nearest repatriation point as quickly as possible and by their own means.

• In the event that a runner abandons the race before a checkpoint, it is imperative to return to the previous checkpoint and report withdrawal from the race to the station manager. If, while returning to the previous checkpoint, the runner encounters sweepers, it is the sweepers who will cancel the race number. The runner is then outside the organisation’s area of control.

New: for better feedback, you can also declare your withdrawal on the application.

CUT-OFF TIMES

These are calculated to enable participants to reach the finish in the maximum time allowed. They are indicated on the various documents provided. The cut-off time indicated is the deadline by which competitors must leave the checkpoint. The organisers may modify the cut-off times for safety reasons. Runners will be notified by SMS and/or email. No runner will be allowed to leave a checkpoint behind the sweepers.

Please note, however, that the withdrawal procedure described above also applies to runners that have the application.

REPATRIATION

The organisation does not provide repatriation by car or 4x4 (except for medical reasons and on the decision of the medical officer or head of station). Runners who abandon at a mountain station must return as quickly as possible and by their own means to the nearest repatriation point where the organisation’s buses are available.

REST AND SHOWERS

LIGHTING

For better night vision, the route markers have a yellow reflective element that will illuminate when your headlamp shines on it. In 2017, the organising team also introduced green markers. These are a reminder that you are in a sensitive natural area.

CAUTION: if you no longer see the route markers, turn back! Out of respect for the environment, no paint will be used on the trails.

You can only take a hot shower at the finish. On the course, showers are only available on medical advice. The rest areas provided by the organisers will be strictly reserved for runners who are racing or who have just finished. Under no circumstances will they provide overnight accommodation. Access to the rest area will only be possible for runners who have their own sleeping bag liner.

LIVETRAIL®

REGULATIONS

CREWING AND ASSISTANCE

Assistance is only permitted at certain aid stations (*). You may only be assisted by one person at a time, and only in the area specifically reserved for this purpose, on presentation of the “Assistance” ticket and at the discretion of the station manager (the rest of the aid station is strictly reserved for runners).

The “Assistance” tickets are given to the runner in the race number envelope. The runner is then free to give each ticket to the person of his/her choice.

1 TICKET PER ASSISTANCE STATION

1 TICKET = 1 PERSON

Your assistant has the right to one piece of hand luggage (a bag with a maximum volume of 30 liters) in which to transport the necessary products (food, clothing…). Assistance provided by a professional team, or any other pro, medical or paramedical – even if they are relatives - is strictly forbidden. This is to ensure equity amongst all the runners, and to prevent aid stations from becoming a Formula 1 pit-stops. This doesn’t mean that your family and friends cannot support you along the way. Simply, so that everything runs smoothly, you are asked to respect the instructions given by the aid station team leader.

(*) PERSONAL ASSISTANCE IS TOLERATED AT THE FOLLOWING STATIONS:

• BOURG ST MAURICE

• BEAUFORT

• LES CONTAMINES

ACCOMPANYING ALONG THE ROUTE

Again, to ensure equality between competitors, whatever their position, it is forbidden to be accompanied during all or part of the race by a person who is not a participant, outside of the zones of tolerance which are clearly marked in proximity to the aid stations. This authorizes short walks for family and friends but forbids pace setters. Race stewards are positioned at several points along the route and can give real time penalties if the regulations are not respected.

YOUNG CHILDREN

Due to possible waiting time and difficult weather conditions, children under the age of 3 are not allowed on the shuttles.

PETS

Pets are not allowed in the base camps.

MANDATORY EQUIPMENT

THE BASIC KIT

Running pack to carry mandatory kit throughout the race.

Smartphone with LiveRun application installed and activated with international roaming allowing for its use in the three countries. The runner must be reachable at any time before, during and after the race: Keep the phone on, airplane mode is forbidden and could give rise to penalties. An external battery is highly recommended.

Reusable beaker 15 cl minimum (bottles or flasks with lids are not accepted)

Minimum water supply: at least 1 liter

2 working torches with spare cells/batteries for each torch Recommendation : 200 lumens or more for the main torch

Survival blanket of 1.40m x 2m minimum Whistle

Self-adhering elastic bandage for bandaging or strapping (minimum 100 cm x 6 cm)

Food reserve Recommendation: 800kcal (2 gels + 2 power bars each of 65g )

Jacket with hood for bad weather in the mountains. The jacket must be made of a waterproof* and breathable** membrane (eg. Goretex, Outdry etc.) *minimum recommended 10 000 Schmerber **RET recommended inferior to 13

- The jacket must, imperatively, have an integrated hood or one which is attached to the jacket by the original system designed for that purpose by the manufacturer.

- The seams must be sealed.

- The jacket must not have sections of fabric which are not waterproof, but air vents fitted by the manufacturer (under-arm, in the back)-since they do not damage in any obvious way the impermeability- are accepted.

- The runner must judge whether, according to the beforementioned criteria, the jacket complies with the regulations and therefore is suitable for bad weather in the mountains. However, during a check, the race director’s opinion on the matter shall prevail.

Long-legged trousers or race leggings OR a combination of leggings and socks to cover the legs completely

Cap or bandana or Buff®

Additional warm second layer: a warm second layer top with long sleeves (excluding cotton) weighing at least 180g (men’s size medium - M) OR the combination of a long-sleeved warm undergarment (first or second layer, excluding cotton) weighing at least 110g (men’s size medium-M) and a windproof jacket* with durable water-repellent protection (DWR protection)

*the wind-proof jacket does not replace the mandatory waterproof jacket, and vice versa

Hat

Warm and water-proof gloves

Waterproof overpants

Photo ID – passport/ID card

At the end of August, in the Mont-Blanc region, the weather can change very quickly. In these conditions it is difficult to forecast the weather conditions in a very precise or complete manner. So as to be always ready for the reality on the ground, and in order not to burden you unnecessarily, the organization has added three kits to the list of mandatory equipment.

The «hot weather» and «cold weather» weather kits are integrally a part of the obligatory equipment. According to the weather conditions, the organization can activate a kit and inform each participant before the opening of the race-bib distribution of their race.

Each runner undertakes to carry the compulsory equipment, including the kit activated by the organisation, and to keep it on his/ her person throughout the race.

. . . . . .

. .

Vaseline or anti-heating cream

Spare warm clothing, essential in case of cold and rainy weather or in case of injury.

Re-usable bowl

Poles in case of rain or snow for your safety on slippery ground

Vaseline or anti-heat cream

Knife or scissors for cutting the self adhesive elasticated bandage

At least 20€ cash (just in case...).

Reusable bowl

GPS watch

Sewing set GPS Watch

Knife or scissors for cutting elastic bandage

A minimum of €20 (to cover unforeseen events)

Emergency sewing kit

THE HOT WEATHER KIT

Sun glasses ***

Sunglasses ***

Saharan cap or any combination which completely covers the head and nape of the neck

.

*** it is possible to use the same glasses if they are suited both to the sun and bad weather (such as glasses with photo-chromatic lenses)

Minimum water supply: 2 liters

*** it is possible to use the same glasses if they are suited both to the sun and bad weather (such as glasses with photo-chromatic lenses)

Sun cream

Supply of water of 2 liters

minimum

Sunscreen Recommendation: minimum sun protection factor (SPF) 50

THE COLD WEATHER KIT . .

Protective eyewear ***

3rd warm layer (intermediary layer between the 2nd layer and the waterproof jacket)). Recommendation: fleece or compressible down jacket

.

Robust and closed trail-running shoes (minimalist or ultralight shoes excluded)

SAFETY

ENVIRONMENT & WEATHER

The Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc races are all take place in open country, in mountainous terrain, with some remote areas (no roads or telecommunications…) with weather conditions which can change very quickly even at the end of August (snow, hail, fog, heat (>30°) or intense cold (<-10°), violent wind). Advice along the route :

- Do not stop at high peaks

- If you can’t see any way-marker: turn around and go back to the previous marker

- Follow the marked paths

EQUIPMENT

Some common sense reminders for facing difficult weather conditions:

- Anticipate the cold as well as extreme heat

- Don’t wait to shiver before covering yourself up

- Don’t change in full wind: anticipate or wait to be sheltered

- Protect yourself against the sun

Walking poles: watch what you do with your poles particularly at the beginning of the race when there is a high human density. Do not wear the wrist straps on the descents: in case of a rough fall wrist-straps prevent the suitable use of the hands (injuries to shoulders, wrists, forearms or more seriously the head).

EATING & DRINKING

Hydration and the consumption of energizing snacks must be adapted to the meteorological conditions and enriched in salt throughout the effort. Keep a good balance between slow and rapid release sugars. Find our health advices on

MONTBLANC.UTMB.WORLD

FATIGUE AND VIGILANCE

Rest areas are available at aid stations for a few moments of sleep. It is dangerous to stop and sleep alone outdoor. Fatigue and the lack of vigilance could cause an accident. Run within your limits (above all over the first part of the race course) saving your energy for later to overcome difficult situations which may arise, such as a sudden change of weather conditions.

COMPULSORY PERSONAL ACCIDENT INSURANCE

To ensure peace of mind at the start of your Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc race, we remind you that you must have personal accident insurance to cover any search and evacuation costs in France, Italy and Switzerland. Helicopter repatriation costs between 800 and 3,000 euros. Every year, runners get caught out because they were not sufficiently prepared. Such insurance can be taken out with the organisation of your choice.

Since 2022, UTMB Group has been offering repatriation assistance insurance.

For €49 a year, you can take out insurance that guarantees worldwide cover for rescue, repatriation and medical care (including helicopter rescue). Sign up here:

HTTPS://UTMB.ASSURINCO.COM/

Before the start of the race, don’t forget to add these emergency numbers in you mobile phone

LIVETRAIL

The application is a reference interface for your safety, while providing you with invaluable information about the competition (real-time tracking of your race and that of your friends). In the event of an SOS, the app lets you text your GPS position directly to the organisers. This saves precious time when it comes to taking care of you. Please note, however, that it is not a substitute for a call to Race HQ. A mobile phone is compulsory with the international option activated during the race, and with a working battery. Under no circumstances should you put your phone in aeroplane mode, as we need to be able to contact you before, during and after the race. For runners who will be spending more than 15 hours on the trail, it is advised to bring an external battery.

Check that the emergency number you have given is the contact information of the person in your entourage who should be alerted in the event of a problem. Very important: To improve your care in the event of an incident, check that you have entered your contact number for the duration of the race in your runner’s area. You can update it up until the start of your race.

It is compulsory not to leave a person in difficulty alone.

RESPECT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

SIGN-POSTING

In order to better understand the natural environment that you are crossing, we have created a specific sign-posting system. So, as you approach a herd/flock of animals or a naturally fragile zone, you will be informed by the sign-posts.

HERDS/FLOCKS

On approaching these zones, pay particular attention to your behaviour so as not to frighten the animals: don’t wave your arms or poles, don’t shout and slow down.

POLES

Hiking poles are forbidden in certain fragile sectors to avoid degradation of the site. These areas are marked by specific signs.

RESPECT OF THE PROTECTED NATURAL AREAS

FENCES

Certain routes cross through fenced pastures, please would you close any gates behind you.

FRAGILE SECTORS

You are requested to stay on the main paths so as to protect the nature around you, avoid aggravating the erosion or disturbing the protected flora and fauna.

The Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc races cross protected natural zones and areas:

5 nature reserves

A nature reserve is an area which constitutes a reservoir of remarkable and fragile bio-diversity. In the Haute Savoie, they are managed by the association ASTERS (the Conservatory of the Haute Savoie’s natural areas).

6 Natura 2000 sites

Natura 2000 is a European program creating a network of land and marine sites identified for the rarity or the fragility of the wild animal or plant species, and their habitats.

1 Franc district

In the Swiss territory the Franc districts have the aim of the protection and conservation of rare and threatened wild mammals and birds as well as the protection and conservation of their habitats.

NO MORE PLASTIC AT THE AID STATIONS

In order to reduce the use of plastic by runners and volunteers at the Dacia UTMB® Mont-Blanc, and thus limit your carbon footprint and waste production, the organisers will no longer be using disposable cutlery, cups or bowls at the race bases and feed stations (including for volunteers). In 2023, there will be no plastic bottles at the refreshment points. You will still find sparkling water, cola, still water and energy products, but these will be made by individual soft drinks machines.

Remember to separate your rubbish at the refreshment points. Organic waste such as leftover bars, fruit, fruit skins, leftover sausages, etc. should be disposed of in the bins provided. Try to take with you only what you will eat. Let’s avoid wasting food together.

CHAMONIX

LES

PROGRAM

RACE BIBS DISTRIBUTION

Remember to choose your race-bibs distribution point and time via your runner’s page

SPARE BAGS

DROP

Courmayeur

Piazzale Monte Bianco

Monday, 28th - 22:30-23:45

GOING TO THE START IN COURMAYEUR

PICK UP

Chamonix

Chamonix Centre Sportif from Tuesday 29th 06:00 to Thursday 31st 23:59 from Friday 1st 9:00 to Sunday 3rd 19:00

GOING BACK TO YOUR ACCOMODATION AFTER THE RACE

UTMB® BUS SCHEDULES: to find in our MOBILITY GUIDE

SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

The Livetrail ® app now offers runner tracking in relation to the organisation’s shuttle timetables.

For spectators and crews, this means they can access all the information they need in real time from a single interface in order to follow the runners around Mont Blanc onboard the UTMB® BUS.

FINDING YOUR WAY AROUND CHAMONIX MONT-BLANC

A shorter format, this race is designed for medium-distance fans. So less “Ultra” runners who wish to take part in the UTMB® adventure will find a race that allows for them to be part of the celebration.

1 200 RUNNERS

MAX TIME ALLOWED: 14:30

FIRST FINISHER TIME: APPROX 05:15

TIME OF PASSAGE

REGULATIONS

RACE BIBS

Race-bibs are given to each runner upon presentation of:

• A valid photo ID

• The backpack that you will be using during the race, so that we can attach the gps tracker to it. The race bib can be picked up at one of 2 locations : Courmayeur at the Dolonne Sports Center or in Chamonix. You must indicate where you will pick up your bib in your Runner Account online prior to the Event. The race-bib must be worn on the chest or stomach and must remain permanently and completely visible during the whole race. It must always be placed on top of all clothing and must not be positioned on a leg or on the pack. The runner’s name and partner’s logos must not be altered or hidden. The bib is the pass to access the shuttles, buses, aid stations, medical points, rest rooms, showers, bag drop-off or pick-up areas... The bib is only withdrawn if the runner refuses to comply with the race director’s decision. If the runner abandons the race, the bib is cut and deactivated..

ARE YOU SPONSORED?

That’s great but you can strictly only display it on your clothes and equipment used during the race. No flags in the name of X, or banners for Y.

CONTROL

Each runner will be supplied with 2 electronic chips and a bracelet. Certain check points are automatic, others are manual. Unexpected controls will be carried out by the organization. Runners who are not permanently in possession of their chips and wrist-bands will be penalized.

ENVIRONMENT

Help us to conserve the natural surroundings; do not drop your litter along the race route. We all share the responsibility of keeping our play-ground clean. Do not forget to carry bag in which to put your rubbish between two rubbish-bin points.

PORTABLE CUP

Designed to avoid wastage of disposable cups throughout the race, each runner must provide their own, with a minimum capacity of 15cl. Attention, gourds/water bottles or water flasks with screw/clip top are not accepted as beakers!

«BRING YOUR OWN UTENSILS»

The organization will not distribute any disposable cutlery, beakers/cups or bowls at aid stations and refreshment posts. You are asked to carry your own utensils if you wish to eat hot food (soup, pasta).

BYOU

SPARE BAGS

1 bag for personal belongings in Courmayeur. During the race, it is mandatory to retrieve your sack in Courmayeur and then drop it off again in the appropriate area before leaving so that it can be returned to Chamonix. (Attention: no spare bags in Champex) Neither walking poles, nor fragile or valuable objects, are to be placed in these bags. Only the bags provided by the organization will be allowed. Any delay in their repatriation is due to logistical constraints. A bag can be returned after the runner arrives in Chamonix, in particular in the case of abandonment early in the race. Thank you for being patient and respecting the work of the volunteers.

RESPECTING THE REGULATIONS AND THE RACE STEWARDS

As in previous years, the volunteers are there to help you, but also to ensure that the rules are respected. Among them are the Commissaires de Course (race stewards). Some of them have specific duties concerning the immediate application of real time penalties due if the rules are not respected. It is important to understand that the penalties which entail a stop are applied during the race! For the race leaders this represents a possible descent in the ranking, and the slowest runners this could mean missing the next time barrier. The Race Stewards have the right to check your mandatory equipment at the start and at any point along the route. If you are missing an element of the mandatory safety equipment (no minimum water reserve of a minimum of 1 liter, no waterproof jacket with hood, no torch, no survival blanket, no mobile/cell phone) you will be immediately disqualified. To know more about the penalties, read the complete regulations on

MONTBLANC.UTMB.WORLD

In case of exceptional or particular events, penalties will be decided with the race directors.

AID STATIONS

Only runners wearing a visible race number on their chest or stomach, their wristband and their chip on their rucksack will have access to the aid stations. Organisers will only provide still water or energy drinks for filling water bottles or water bags. All other drinks are to be consumed on site only. 3 types of refreshment points are available:

• Drinks only: still water, sparkling water, Näak Ultra Energy drink, cola, coffee, tea, vermicelli soup.

• Full feed: drinks (as above) + cereal or energy bars, Ultra Energy Näak bars and waffles, sweet cakes, chocolate, bananas, oranges, sultanas, savoury biscuits, cheese, sausage, bread.

• In addition, a hot meal is available in Les Chapieux, Courmayeur and Champex for the UTMB® (a gluten-free option is available on request). A post-race meal is served in Chamonix.

ABANDONING THE RACE

Unless you are injured, you must not leave the trail other than at a checkpoint. In this case, you MUST notify the checkpoint supervisor, who will permanently cancel your race number and collect your rucksack chip.

The runner must keep their cancelled race number as it serves as an access pass to the shuttles, buses, meals and treatment rooms. Repatriation will be decided in consultation with the station manager, in accordance with the following general rules:

• Buses are available at certain feed stations indicated by a “bus” pictogram on the timetable for runners who have abandoned the race and want to return to Chamonix.

• Runners who abandon the race at another aid or feed station, but whose state of health does not require them to be evacuated, must return to the nearest repatriation point as quickly as possible and by their own means.

• In the event that a runner abandons the race before a checkpoint, it is imperative to return to the previous checkpoint and report withdrawal from the race to the station manager. If, while returning to the previous checkpoint, the runner encounters sweepers, it is the sweepers who will cancel the race number. The runner is then outside the organisation’s area of control.

New: for better feedback, you can also declare your withdrawal on the application.

CUT-OFF TIMES

These are calculated to enable participants to reach the finish in the maximum time allowed. They are indicated on the various documents provided. The cut-off time indicated is the deadline by which competitors must leave the checkpoint. The organisers may modify the cut-off times for safety reasons. Runners will be notified by SMS and/or email. No runner will be allowed to leave a checkpoint behind the sweepers.

Please note, however, that the withdrawal procedure described above also applies to runners that have the application.

REPATRIATION

The organisation does not provide repatriation by car or 4x4 (except for medical reasons and on the decision of the medical officer or head of station). Runners who abandon at a mountain station must return as quickly as possible and by their own means to the nearest repatriation point where the organisation’s buses are available.

REST AND SHOWERS

LIGHTING

For better night vision, the route markers have a yellow reflective element that will illuminate when your headlamp shines on it. In 2017, the organising team also introduced green markers. These are a reminder that you are in a sensitive natural area.

CAUTION: if you no longer see the route markers, turn back! Out of respect for the environment, no paint will be used on the trails.

You can only take a hot shower at the finish. On the course, showers are only available on medical advice. The rest areas provided by the organisers will be strictly reserved for runners who are racing or who have just finished. Under no circumstances will they provide overnight accommodation. Access to the rest area will only be possible for runners who have their own sleeping bag liner.

LIVETRAIL®

MANDATORY EQUIPMENT

THE BASIC KIT

Running pack to carry mandatory kit throughout the race.

Smartphone with LiveRun application installed and activated with international roaming allowing for its use in the three countries. The runner must be reachable at any time before, during and after the race: Keep the phone on, airplane mode is forbidden and could give rise to penalties. An external battery is highly recommended.

Reusable beaker 15 cl minimum (bottles or flasks with lids are not accepted)

Minimum water supply: at least 1 liter

1 working torche with spare cells/batteries for each torch Recommendation : 200 lumens or more for the main torch

Survival blanket of 1.40m x 2m

minimum Whistle

Self-adhering elastic bandage for bandaging or strapping (minimum 100 cm x 6 cm)

Food reserve Recommendation: 800kcal (2 gels + 2 power bars each of 65g )

Jacket with hood for bad weather in the mountains. The jacket must be made of a waterproof* and breathable** membrane (eg. Goretex, Outdry etc.) *minimum recommended 10 000 Schmerber **RET recommended inferior to 13

- The jacket must, imperatively, have an integrated hood or one which is attached to the jacket by the original system designed for that purpose by the manufacturer.

- The seams must be sealed.

- The jacket must not have sections of fabric which are not waterproof, but air vents fitted by the manufacturer (under-arm, in the back)-since they do not damage in any obvious way the impermeability- are accepted.

- The runner must judge whether, according to the beforementioned criteria, the jacket complies with the regulations and therefore is suitable for bad weather in the mountains. However, during a check, the race director’s opinion on the matter shall prevail.

Long-legged trousers or race leggings OR a combination of leggings and socks to cover the legs completely

Cap or bandana or Buff®

Photo ID – passport/ID card

At the end of August, in the Mont-Blanc region, the weather can change very quickly. In these conditions it is difficult to forecast the weather conditions in a very precise or complete manner. So as to be always ready for the reality on the ground, and in order not to burden you unnecessarily, the organization has added three kits to the list of mandatory equipment.

The «hot weather» and «cold weather» weather kits are integrally a part of the obligatory equipment. According to the weather conditions, the organization can activate a kit and inform each participant before the opening of the race-bib distribution of their race.

Each runner undertakes to carry the compulsory equipment, including the kit activated by the organisation, and to keep it on his/ her person throughout the race.

.

RECOMMENDED

Vaseline or anti-heating cream

Re-usable bowl

. . . . .

Knife or scissors for cutting the self adhesive elasticated bandage

Sewing set

GPS Watch

A minimum of €20 (to cover unforeseen events)

THE HOT WEATHER KIT

Sun glasses ***

Saharan cap or any combination which completely covers the head and nape of the neck

Sun cream

Supply of water of 2 liters minimum

THE COLD WEATHER KIT

Additional warm second layer: a warm second layer top with long sleeves (cotton excluded) of a weight of a minimum of 180g (men’s size medium (M)) OR the combination of a warm long sleeved underwear (first or second layer, cotton excluded) of a minimum weight of 110g (men’s size medium (M)) and a durable water repellant (DWR protection) windproof jacket. The wind- proof jacket does not replace the obligatory waterproof jacket, and vice versa.

*** it is possible to use the same glasses if they are suited both to the sun and bad weather (such as glasses with photo-chromatic lenses)

Warm hat

Warm and water-proof gloves

Waterproof overpants

Recommendation: 3rd warm layer (intermediary layer between the 2nd layer and the waterproof jacket)

SAFETY

ENVIRONMENT & WEATHER

The Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc races are all take place in open country, in mountainous terrain, with some remote areas (no roads or telecommunications…) with weather conditions which can change very quickly even at the end of August (snow, hail, fog, heat (>30°) or intense cold (<-10°), violent wind). Advice along the route :

- Do not stop at high peaks

- If you can’t see any way-marker: turn around and go back to the previous marker

- Follow the marked paths

EQUIPMENT

Some common sense reminders for facing difficult weather conditions:

- Anticipate the cold as well as extreme heat

- Don’t wait to shiver before covering yourself up

- Don’t change in full wind: anticipate or wait to be sheltered

- Protect yourself against the sun

Walking poles: watch what you do with your poles particularly at the beginning of the race when there is a high human density. Do not wear the wrist straps on the descents: in case of a rough fall wrist-straps prevent the suitable use of the hands (injuries to shoulders, wrists, forearms or more seriously the head).

EATING & DRINKING

Hydration and the consumption of energizing snacks must be adapted to the meteorological conditions and enriched in salt throughout the effort. Keep a good balance between slow and rapid release sugars. Find our health advices on

MONTBLANC.UTMB.WORLD

FATIGUE AND VIGILANCE

Rest areas are available at aid stations for a few moments of sleep. It is dangerous to stop and sleep alone outdoor. Fatigue and the lack of vigilance could cause an accident. Run within your limits (above all over the first part of the race course) saving your energy for later to overcome difficult situations which may arise, such as a sudden change of weather conditions.

COMPULSORY PERSONAL ACCIDENT INSURANCE

To ensure peace of mind at the start of your Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc race, we remind you that you must have personal accident insurance to cover any search and evacuation costs in France, Italy and Switzerland. Helicopter repatriation costs between 800 and 3,000 euros. Every year, runners get caught out because they were not sufficiently prepared. Such insurance can be taken out with the organisation of your choice.

Since 2022, UTMB Group has been offering repatriation assistance insurance.

For €49 a year, you can take out insurance that guarantees worldwide cover for rescue, repatriation and medical care (including helicopter rescue). Sign up here:

HTTPS://UTMB.ASSURINCO.COM/

Before the start of the race, don’t forget to add these emergency numbers in you mobile phone

LIVETRAIL

The application is a reference interface for your safety, while providing you with invaluable information about the competition (real-time tracking of your race and that of your friends). In the event of an SOS, the app lets you text your GPS position directly to the organisers. This saves precious time when it comes to taking care of you. Please note, however, that it is not a substitute for a call to Race HQ. A mobile phone is compulsory with the international option activated during the race, and with a working battery. Under no circumstances should you put your phone in aeroplane mode, as we need to be able to contact you before, during and after the race. For runners who will be spending more than 15 hours on the trail, it is advised to bring an external battery.

Check that the emergency number you have given is the contact information of the person in your entourage who should be alerted in the event of a problem. Very important: To improve your care in the event of an incident, check that you have entered your contact number for the duration of the race in your runner’s area. You can update it up until the start of your race.

It is compulsory not to leave a person in difficulty alone.

RESPECT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

SIGN-POSTING

In order to better understand the natural environment that you are crossing, we have created a specific sign-posting system. So, as you approach a herd/flock of animals or a naturally fragile zone, you will be informed by the sign-posts.

HERDS/FLOCKS

On approaching these zones, pay particular attention to your behaviour so as not to frighten the animals: don’t wave your arms or poles, don’t shout and slow down.

POLES

Hiking poles are forbidden in certain fragile sectors to avoid degradation of the site. These areas are marked by specific signs.

RESPECT OF THE PROTECTED NATURAL AREAS

FENCES

Certain routes cross through fenced pastures, please would you close any gates behind you.

FRAGILE SECTORS

You are requested to stay on the main paths so as to protect the nature around you, avoid aggravating the erosion or disturbing the protected flora and fauna.

The Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc races cross protected natural zones and areas:

5 nature reserves

A nature reserve is an area which constitutes a reservoir of remarkable and fragile bio-diversity. In the Haute Savoie, they are managed by the association ASTERS (the Conservatory of the Haute Savoie’s natural areas).

6 Natura 2000 sites

Natura 2000 is a European program creating a network of land and marine sites identified for the rarity or the fragility of the wild animal or plant species, and their habitats.

1 Franc district

In the Swiss territory the Franc districts have the aim of the protection and conservation of rare and threatened wild mammals and birds as well as the protection and conservation of their habitats.

NO MORE PLASTIC AT THE AID STATIONS

In order to reduce the use of plastic by runners and volunteers at the Dacia UTMB® Mont-Blanc, and thus limit your carbon footprint and waste production, the organisers will no longer be using disposable cutlery, cups or bowls at the race bases and feed stations (including for volunteers). In 2023, there will be no plastic bottles at the refreshment points. You will still find sparkling water, cola, still water and energy products, but these will be made by individual soft drinks machines.

Remember to separate your rubbish at the refreshment points. Organic waste such as leftover bars, fruit, fruit skins, leftover sausages, etc. should be disposed of in the bins provided. Try to take with you only what you will eat. Let’s avoid wasting food together.

PROGRAM

RACE BIBS DISTRIBUTION

Remember to choose your race-bibs distribution point and time via your runner’s page

SPARE BAGS

DROP

Orsières

Salle Edelweiss

Thursday, 31st - 6:30-8:00

GOING TO THE START IN ORSIÈRES

PICK UP

Chamonix

Chamonix Centre Sportif from Thursday 31st 9:30 from Friday 1st 9:00 to Sunday 3rd 19:00

GOING BACK TO YOUR ACCOMODATION AFTER THE RACE

UTMB® BUS SCHEDULES: to find in our MOBILITY GUIDE

WEDNESDAY 30.08

For spectators and crews, this means they can access all the information they need in real time from a single interface in order to follow the runners around Mont Blanc onboard the UTMB® BUS.

The Livetrail ® app now offers runner tracking in relation to the organisation’s shuttle timetables.

FINDING YOUR WAY AROUND CHAMONIX MONT-BLANC

Starting in Martigny-Combe (Switzerland), this 40km, 2,300m d+ race links the Swiss Valais to Chamonix. Designed primarily for volunteers and residents of the Espace Mont-Blanc, this race offers a taste of the Dacia UTMB® Mont-Blanc experience over a more accessible distance.

1 000 RUNNERS

MAX TIME ALLOWED: 10:00

FIRST FINISHER TIME: APPROX 03:15

TIME OF PASSAGE

REGULATIONS

RACE BIBS

Race-bibs are given to each runner upon presentation of:

• A valid photo ID

• The backpack that you will be using during the race, so that we can attach the gps tracker to it. The race bib can be picked up at one of 2 locations : Courmayeur at the Dolonne Sports Center or in Chamonix. You must indicate where you will pick up your bib in your Runner Account online prior to the Event. The race-bib must be worn on the chest or stomach and must remain permanently and completely visible during the whole race. It must always be placed on top of all clothing and must not be positioned on a leg or on the pack. The runner’s name and partner’s logos must not be altered or hidden. The bib is the pass to access the shuttles, buses, aid stations, medical points, rest rooms, showers, bag drop-off or pick-up areas... The bib is only withdrawn if the runner refuses to comply with the race director’s decision. If the runner abandons the race, the bib is cut and deactivated..

ARE YOU SPONSORED?

That’s great but you can strictly only display it on your clothes and equipment used during the race. No flags in the name of X, or banners for Y.

CONTROL

Each runner will be supplied with 2 electronic chips and a bracelet. Certain check points are automatic, others are manual. Unexpected controls will be carried out by the organization. Runners who are not permanently in possession of their chips and wrist-bands will be penalized.

ENVIRONMENT

Help us to conserve the natural surroundings; do not drop your litter along the race route. We all share the responsibility of keeping our play-ground clean. Do not forget to carry bag in which to put your rubbish between two rubbish-bin points.

PORTABLE CUP

Designed to avoid wastage of disposable cups throughout the race, each runner must provide their own, with a minimum capacity of 15cl. Attention, gourds/water bottles or water flasks with screw/clip top are not accepted as beakers!

«BRING YOUR OWN UTENSILS»

The organization will not distribute any disposable cutlery, beakers/cups or bowls at aid stations and refreshment posts. You are asked to carry your own utensils if you wish to eat hot food (soup, pasta).

BYOU

SPARE BAGS

1 bag for personal belongings in Courmayeur. During the race, it is mandatory to retrieve your sack in Courmayeur and then drop it off again in the appropriate area before leaving so that it can be returned to Chamonix. (Attention: no spare bags in Champex) Neither walking poles, nor fragile or valuable objects, are to be placed in these bags. Only the bags provided by the organization will be allowed. Any delay in their repatriation is due to logistical constraints. A bag can be returned after the runner arrives in Chamonix, in particular in the case of abandonment early in the race. Thank you for being patient and respecting the work of the volunteers.

RESPECTING THE REGULATIONS AND THE RACE STEWARDS

As in previous years, the volunteers are there to help you, but also to ensure that the rules are respected. Among them are the Commissaires de Course (race stewards). Some of them have specific duties concerning the immediate application of real time penalties due if the rules are not respected. It is important to understand that the penalties which entail a stop are applied during the race! For the race leaders this represents a possible descent in the ranking, and the slowest runners this could mean missing the next time barrier. The Race Stewards have the right to check your mandatory equipment at the start and at any point along the route. If you are missing an element of the mandatory safety equipment (no minimum water reserve of a minimum of 1 liter, no waterproof jacket with hood, no torch, no survival blanket, no mobile/cell phone) you will be immediately disqualified. To know more about the penalties, read the complete regulations on

MONTBLANC.UTMB.WORLD

In case of exceptional or particular events, penalties will be decided with the race directors.

AID STATIONS

Only runners wearing a visible race number on their chest or stomach, their wristband and their chip on their rucksack will have access to the aid stations. Organisers will only provide still water or energy drinks for filling water bottles or water bags. All other drinks are to be consumed on site only. 3 types of refreshment points are available:

• Drinks only: still water, sparkling water, Näak Ultra Energy drink, cola, coffee, tea, vermicelli soup.

• Full feed: drinks (as above) + cereal or energy bars, Ultra Energy Näak bars and waffles, sweet cakes, chocolate, bananas, oranges, sultanas, savoury biscuits, cheese, sausage, bread.

• In addition, a hot meal is available in Les Chapieux, Courmayeur and Champex for the UTMB® (a gluten-free option is available on request). A post-race meal is served in Chamonix.

ABANDONING THE RACE

Unless you are injured, you must not leave the trail other than at a checkpoint. In this case, you MUST notify the checkpoint supervisor, who will permanently cancel your race number and collect your rucksack chip.

The runner must keep their cancelled race number as it serves as an access pass to the shuttles, buses, meals and treatment rooms. Repatriation will be decided in consultation with the station manager, in accordance with the following general rules:

• Buses are available at certain feed stations indicated by a “bus” pictogram on the timetable for runners who have abandoned the race and want to return to Chamonix.

• Runners who abandon the race at another aid or feed station, but whose state of health does not require them to be evacuated, must return to the nearest repatriation point as quickly as possible and by their own means.

• In the event that a runner abandons the race before a checkpoint, it is imperative to return to the previous checkpoint and report withdrawal from the race to the station manager. If, while returning to the previous checkpoint, the runner encounters sweepers, it is the sweepers who will cancel the race number. The runner is then outside the organisation’s area of control.

New: for better feedback, you can also declare your withdrawal on the application.

CUT-OFF TIMES

These are calculated to enable participants to reach the finish in the maximum time allowed. They are indicated on the various documents provided. The cut-off time indicated is the deadline by which competitors must leave the checkpoint. The organisers may modify the cut-off times for safety reasons. Runners will be notified by SMS and/or email. No runner will be allowed to leave a checkpoint behind the sweepers.

Please note, however, that the withdrawal procedure described above also applies to runners that have the application.

REPATRIATION

The organisation does not provide repatriation by car or 4x4 (except for medical reasons and on the decision of the medical officer or head of station). Runners who abandon at a mountain station must return as quickly as possible and by their own means to the nearest repatriation point where the organisation’s buses are available.

REST AND SHOWERS

LIGHTING

For better night vision, the route markers have a yellow reflective element that will illuminate when your headlamp shines on it. In 2017, the organising team also introduced green markers. These are a reminder that you are in a sensitive natural area.

CAUTION: if you no longer see the route markers, turn back! Out of respect for the environment, no paint will be used on the trails.

You can only take a hot shower at the finish. On the course, showers are only available on medical advice. The rest areas provided by the organisers will be strictly reserved for runners who are racing or who have just finished. Under no circumstances will they provide overnight accommodation. Access to the rest area will only be possible for runners who have their own sleeping bag liner.

LIVETRAIL®

MANDATORY EQUIPMENT

THE BASIC KIT

Running pack to carry mandatory kit throughout the race.

Smartphone with LiveRun application installed and activated with international roaming allowing for its use in the three countries. The runner must be reachable at any time before, during and after the race: Keep the phone on, airplane mode is forbidden and could give rise to penalties. An external battery is highly recommended.

Reusable beaker 15 cl minimum (bottles or flasks with lids are not accepted)

Minimum water supply: at least 1 liter

Survival blanket of 1.40m x 2m

minimum

Whistle

Self-adhering elastic bandage for bandaging or strapping (minimum 100 cm x 6 cm)

Food reserve Recommendation: 800kcal (2 gels + 2 power bars each of 65g )

Jacket with hood for bad weather in the mountains. The jacket must be made of a waterproof* and breathable** membrane (eg. Goretex, Outdry etc.) *minimum recommended 10 000 Schmerber **RET recommended inferior to 13

- The jacket must, imperatively, have an integrated hood or one which is attached to the jacket by the original system designed for that purpose by the manufacturer.

- The seams must be sealed.

- The jacket must not have sections of fabric which are not waterproof, but air vents fitted by the manufacturer (under-arm, in the back)-since they

do not damage in any obvious way the impermeability- are accepted.

- The runner must judge whether, according to the beforementioned criteria, the jacket complies with the regulations and therefore is suitable for bad weather in the mountains. However, during a check, the race director’s opinion on the matter shall prevail.

Long-legged trousers or race leggings OR a combination of leggings and socks to cover the legs completely

Cap or bandana or Buff®

Photo ID – passport/ID card

At the end of August, in the Mont-Blanc region, the weather can change very quickly. In these conditions it is difficult to forecast the weather conditions in a very precise or complete manner. So as to be always ready for the reality on the ground, and in order not to burden you unnecessarily, the organization has added three kits to the list of mandatory equipment.

The «hot weather» and «cold weather» weather kits are integrally a part of the obligatory equipment. According to the weather conditions, the organization can activate a kit and inform each participant before the opening of the race-bib distribution of their race.

Each runner undertakes to carry the compulsory equipment, including the kit activated by the organisation, and to keep it on his/ her person throughout the race.

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RECOMMENDED

Vaseline or anti-heating cream

Re-usable bowl

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Knife or scissors for cutting the self adhesive elasticated bandage

Sewing set GPS Watch

A minimum of €20 (to cover unforeseen events)

THE HOT WEATHER KIT

Sun glasses ***

Saharan cap or any combination which completely covers the head and nape of the neck

Sun cream

Supply of water of 2 liters minimum

THE COLD WEATHER KIT

Additional warm second layer: a warm second layer top with long sleeves (cotton excluded) of a weight of a minimum of 180g (men’s size medium (M)) OR the combination of a warm long sleeved underwear (first or second layer, cotton excluded) of a minimum weight of 110g (men’s size medium (M)) and a durable water repellant (DWR protection) windproof jacket. The wind- proof jacket does not replace the obligatory waterproof jacket, and vice versa.

*** it is possible to use the same glasses if they are suited both to the sun and bad weather (such as glasses with photo-chromatic lenses)

Warm hat

Warm and water-proof gloves

Waterproof overpants

Recommendation: 3rd warm layer (intermediary layer between the 2nd layer and the waterproof jacket)

SAFETY

ENVIRONMENT & WEATHER

The Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc races are all take place in open country, in mountainous terrain, with some remote areas (no roads or telecommunications…) with weather conditions which can change very quickly even at the end of August (snow, hail, fog, heat (>30°) or intense cold (<-10°), violent wind). Advice along the route :

- Do not stop at high peaks

- If you can’t see any way-marker: turn around and go back to the previous marker

- Follow the marked paths

EQUIPMENT

Some common sense reminders for facing difficult weather conditions:

- Anticipate the cold as well as extreme heat

- Don’t wait to shiver before covering yourself up

- Don’t change in full wind: anticipate or wait to be sheltered

- Protect yourself against the sun

Walking poles: watch what you do with your poles particularly at the beginning of the race when there is a high human density. Do not wear the wrist straps on the descents: in case of a rough fall wrist-straps prevent the suitable use of the hands (injuries to shoulders, wrists, forearms or more seriously the head).

EATING & DRINKING

Hydration and the consumption of energizing snacks must be adapted to the meteorological conditions and enriched in salt throughout the effort. Keep a good balance between slow and rapid release sugars. Find our health advices on

MONTBLANC.UTMB.WORLD

FATIGUE AND VIGILANCE

Rest areas are available at aid stations for a few moments of sleep. It is dangerous to stop and sleep alone outdoor. Fatigue and the lack of vigilance could cause an accident. Run within your limits (above all over the first part of the race course) saving your energy for later to overcome difficult situations which may arise, such as a sudden change of weather conditions.

COMPULSORY PERSONAL ACCIDENT INSURANCE

To ensure peace of mind at the start of your Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc race, we remind you that you must have personal accident insurance to cover any search and evacuation costs in France, Italy and Switzerland. Helicopter repatriation costs between 800 and 3,000 euros. Every year, runners get caught out because they were not sufficiently prepared. Such insurance can be taken out with the organisation of your choice.

Since 2022, UTMB Group has been offering repatriation assistance insurance.

For €49 a year, you can take out insurance that guarantees worldwide cover for rescue, repatriation and medical care (including helicopter rescue). Sign up here:

HTTPS://UTMB.ASSURINCO.COM/

Before the start of the race, don’t forget to add these emergency numbers in you mobile phone

LIVETRAIL

The application is a reference interface for your safety, while providing you with invaluable information about the competition (real-time tracking of your race and that of your friends). In the event of an SOS, the app lets you text your GPS position directly to the organisers. This saves precious time when it comes to taking care of you. Please note, however, that it is not a substitute for a call to Race HQ. A mobile phone is compulsory with the international option activated during the race, and with a working battery. Under no circumstances should you put your phone in aeroplane mode, as we need to be able to contact you before, during and after the race. For runners who will be spending more than 15 hours on the trail, it is advised to bring an external battery.

Check that the emergency number you have given is the contact information of the person in your entourage who should be alerted in the event of a problem. Very important: To improve your care in the event of an incident, check that you have entered your contact number for the duration of the race in your runner’s area. You can update it up until the start of your race.

It is compulsory not to leave a person in difficulty alone.

RESPECT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

SIGN-POSTING

In order to better understand the natural environment that you are crossing, we have created a specific sign-posting system. So, as you approach a herd/flock of animals or a naturally fragile zone, you will be informed by the sign-posts.

HERDS/FLOCKS

On approaching these zones, pay particular attention to your behaviour so as not to frighten the animals: don’t wave your arms or poles, don’t shout and slow down.

POLES

Hiking poles are forbidden in certain fragile sectors to avoid degradation of the site. These areas are marked by specific signs.

RESPECT OF THE PROTECTED NATURAL AREAS

FENCES

Certain routes cross through fenced pastures, please would you close any gates behind you.

FRAGILE SECTORS

You are requested to stay on the main paths so as to protect the nature around you, avoid aggravating the erosion or disturbing the protected flora and fauna.

The Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc races cross protected natural zones and areas:

5 nature reserves

A nature reserve is an area which constitutes a reservoir of remarkable and fragile bio-diversity. In the Haute Savoie, they are managed by the association ASTERS (the Conservatory of the Haute Savoie’s natural areas).

6 Natura 2000 sites

Natura 2000 is a European program creating a network of land and marine sites identified for the rarity or the fragility of the wild animal or plant species, and their habitats.

1 Franc district

In the Swiss territory the Franc districts have the aim of the protection and conservation of rare and threatened wild mammals and birds as well as the protection and conservation of their habitats.

NO MORE PLASTIC AT THE AID STATIONS

In order to reduce the use of plastic by runners and volunteers at the Dacia UTMB® Mont-Blanc, and thus limit your carbon footprint and waste production, the organisers will no longer be using disposable cutlery, cups or bowls at the race bases and feed stations (including for volunteers). In 2023, there will be no plastic bottles at the refreshment points. You will still find sparkling water, cola, still water and energy products, but these will be made by individual soft drinks machines.

Remember to separate your rubbish at the refreshment points. Organic waste such as leftover bars, fruit, fruit skins, leftover sausages, etc. should be disposed of in the bins provided. Try to take with you only what you will eat. Let’s avoid wasting food together.

PROGRAM

RACE BIBS DISTRIBUTION

Remember to choose your race-bibs distribution point and time via your runner’s page

SPARE BAGS

DROP

Martigny-Combe

Monday, 28th - 8:30-9:45

PICK UP

Chamonix

Chamonix Centre Sportif

-Monday, 28th 13:30 - 21:00

-from Wednesday 30 th 14:00 to Thursday 31st 23:59

-from Friday 01st 9:00 to Sunday 03rd 19:00

GOING TO THE START IN MARTIGNY-COMBE

GOING BACK TO YOUR ACCOMODATION AFTER THE RACE

UTMB® BUS SCHEDULES: to find in our MOBILITY GUIDE

For spectators and crews, this means they can access all the information they need in real time from a single interface in order to follow the runners around Mont Blanc onboard the UTMB® BUS.

The Livetrail ® app now offers runner tracking in relation to the organisation’s shuttle timetables.

FINDING YOUR WAY AROUND CHAMONIX MONT-BLANC

This ultra-endurance pedestrian event leads participants on a large tour of Mont-Blanc (300km and 25000m of ascent), taking high routes, without way-markers on the ground, which necessitates the sense of orientation on and off paths. Each year the route is different to allow for the discovery of the richness and diversity of paths in France, Italy and Switzerland within the Mont-Blanc massif.

NAVIGATION

«Navigation skills» are one of the essential elements that should allow you to complete the PTL. The route is not marked out, you will have access to the GPS tracks of the routes as well as a roadbook.

THE GPS

It is part of the mandatory equipment and it must be able to accept at least 20 traces of at least 5000 points each. This will allow you to orient yourself thanks to the GPX format tracks that we will provide you.

THE GPS TRACE

The PTL® trace is provided as a GPX track file. The trace is available in several files, each containing a segment of the route or one of the folding sections. It is associated with a GPX file containing the waypoints mentioned in the Roadbook provided by the organization (they identify characteristic points such as passes, localities and junctions involving changes of direction).

ROAD BOOK

Supplied by the organisers, it includes 1:25,000 scale maps, walking times, time limits, plus information on meals and rest periods.

THE COMPASS AND ALTIMETER

In case of problem or GPS failure, these tools will help you to find your way around. They can even support you in your decision-making from time to time. The altimeter will allow you to know which altitude you are at, in order to find your way more easily in relation to the contours on the maps.The compass will allow you to set a course, called an azimuth, and to take its direction in all circumstances.

THE BALIZER

Each team will be equipped with a GPS beacon provided by the organization. This will retransmit the position of the teams via the existing satellite network. The markers will be provided at the start, they will not require any manipulation by the competitors but they must be positioned at the top of the bag or on the shoulder, in direct view of the sky.

MEAL AND REST TICKETS

You will be entitled to 4 meal tickets, given by the organization. These tickets are pre-paid and can be used at your convenience among 10 partner huts. They will give you access to a full meal (starter- main course-dessert and 1 drink). Any consumption outside these tickets will be at your expense. You will also have free access to some hut to rest, we have booked beds accordingly.

Three bases will be available, at Le Petit-Saint-Bernard, Morgex and Orsières.

ENVIRONMENT AND BEHAVIOR

If you participate in PTL®, you are necessarily sensitive to nature. We expect you to respect all of the nature, the locals and, the organizers.

• Compliance with the rules of nature reserves & Natura 2000 sites when you see the signs

• Stay on the trails

• Do not throw any plastic waste out of the bins provided

• Respect for wildlife (they are at home!)

• Respect for the decisions of the race headquarters

• Respect for volunteers and refugees, residents and hikers

«BRING YOUR OWN UTENSILS» NO MORE PLASTIC AT THE LIFE BASES

To reduce consumption of plastic, both by runners and UTMB® volunteers, and therefore limit your carbon footprint and your waste production, the organization will not distribute any more disposable crockery (cutlery, beakers, bowls) at the check points and the aid stations (this rules is also valid for the volunteers). This action called « Bring Your Own Ustensils « (BYOU) was first implemented at the Vibram Hong Kong 100 in January 2018. You are, therefore, invited to bring you own utensils if you wish to eat hot food at the aid stations.

MAIN REGULATION POINTS

• Mandatory attendance at the briefing

• Teams are strictly inseparable. If a runner abandons a team of 3, the 2 remaining runners may only continue after having ensured that their teammate is back to a lifebase or refuge with the authorisation of Race HQ. If a runner abandons a team of 2, the 2 runners stop.

• Assistance is only tolerated in life bases. It is strictly prohibited at any other point along the route, including partner huts, village or road crossings, under penalty of immediate disqualification.

• If bad conditions (weather or ground conditions) arise, we will activate the withdrawal routes, contained in the roadbook. They will be activated in the field by volunteers or partner huts.

SECURITY REGULATIONS

• Always have a telephone connected per team

• Follow the rules given by the organization to stop if necessary. Time barriers will be defined at the bases-vies and any other place deemed useful by the organization for security reasons. They are calculated to allow participants to reach the finish within the maximum time limit of 151:00 hours. `

INDIVIDUAL INSURANCE

To ensure peace of mind at the start of your Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc race, we remind you that you must have personal accident insurance to cover any search and evacuation costs in France, Italy and Switzerland. Helicopter repatriation costs between 800 and 3,000 euros. Every year, runners get caught out because they were not sufficiently prepared. Such insurance can be taken out with the organisation of your choice.

Since 2022, UTMB Group has been offering repatriation assistance insurance.

For €49 a year, you can take out insurance that guarantees worldwide cover for rescue, repatriation and medical care (including helicopter rescue). Sign up here:

HTTPS://UTMB.ASSURINCO.COM/

FINDING YOUR WAY AROUND CHAMONIX MONT-BLANC

The ETC contains amazing landscapes in the heart of the Italian Alps, a great challenge to enter the trail running adventure and the possibility to taste an authentic pizza just after crossing the finish line.

1 500 RUNNERS

MAX TIME ALLOWED: 4:30

FIRST FINISHER TIME: APPROX 01:30

TIME OF PASSAGE

17:10

19:10

REGULATIONS

RACE BIBS

Each number is given individually to each runner on presentation of :

- A photo ID,

- Your race bag and all compulsory equipment. The number must be collected in Courmayeur at the Dolonne Sports Centre or in Chamonix. The place to pick up the number is to be reserved from the runner’s area.

The number must be worn on the chest or stomach and must be visible at all times throughout the race. The number may not be folded or cut out. The race number will be the necessary pass for access to the shuttles, buses, refreshment areas, infirmaries, rest rooms, bag drop-off and pick-up areas, etc. The race number must not be removed. In case of withdrawal, it will be deactivated by a member of the organisation.

CONTROLLING AND ABANDONING

Each runner is equipped with 2 electronic chips: 1 fixed to the race-bib and 1 fixed to the back-pack. Runners who are not in permanent possession of their chips will be penalized. Checks (controls) will be carried out during the event to ensure that that the participants are followed and to ensure the regularity of the race. Participants must, obligatorily, pass these check points and present themselves (race-bib visible) to the controllers and follow their instructions. The first automatic control is made when crossing the starting line. To avoid sending out unnesscessary search parties, and causing others to worry about your well-being, all participants are asked to notify their abandonment as soon as possible, at a control post or by telephone to the race HQ (PC course). Following their abandonment, each runner whose state of health does not require an evacuation, must return as quickly as possible, by their own means, to the finishing area.

SHOWERS

Showers will be accessible for ETC runners at Courmayeur Sport Center.

SECURITY AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE

Participants are an important first link in the chain for safety on the course. There are several medical stations along the route. The participants are the first link in the rescue chain. They must provide assistance by quickly and correctly in the event of an accident (witness or victim) to the race HQ by telephone (telephone number can be found on each participant’s race bib).

Teams of first-aid workers are in liaison with race headquarters and are present on the course to provide assistance as soon as necessary. A medical team is also present throughout the race and can intervene if necessary on the course by any any appropriate means, including by helicopter if required. The medical and rescue services or the conventional services services have thr right to void or withdraw a race bib and force the withdrawal of any participant who is unfit to continue the race. The costs resulting from the use of exceptional rescue or evacuation means shall be borne by the person rescued, who must also ensure his or her own return from the place where he or she was rescued or evacuated.

ARE YOU SPONSORED?

That’s great but you can strictly only display it on your clothes and equipment used during the race. No flags in the name of X, or banners for Y.

AID STATIONS

The ETC is to be run in autonomy. Drinks will be available at the La Suche check point and a full refreshment point at the arrival in Courmayeur.

ENVIRONMENT & MARKS

It is imperative that you follow the paths with the markers without taking short cuts. Taking short cuts of the paths leads to erosion which damages the site. All participants must keep their rubbish and wrappers with them until they can throw them in the bins at an aid station. Runners should carry a bag or pouch to carry their waste until the next bin. Plastic bags for soiled paper are handed out with the race-bibs. They must be used for collecting any paper used during any urgent need along the route.

ACCOMPAGNYING AND ASSISTANCE

All accompanying and assistance is strictly forbidden along the route of the ETC.

PENALTIES – DISQUALIFICATION

Any breach of the current regulations will be the object of a penalty against the participant. If several breaches are noticed, the points will be accumulated. The participant will be notified by the jury of any penalty within a delay of 20 minutes of finishing their race. A runner who won’t take part to the first stage of the race won’t be able to run the Revenge. The event’s final ranking will take into account the accumulation of the time taken for the race and any penalty points which are applied.

See the list of penalties and the full regulations on MONTBLANC.UTMB.WORLD

MANDATORY EQUIPMENT

BASIC KIT

Smartphone with LiveRun application installed and activated with international roaming allowing for its use in the three countries. The runner must be reachable at any time before, during and after the race : Keep the phone on, airplane mode is forbidden and could give rise to penalties. An external battery is highly recommended.

Reusable cup 15 cl minimum (bottles or flasks with lids are not accepted)

Stock of water minimum ½ liter

Survival blanket 1,40m x 2m

minimum

Whistle

RECOMMANDED

Food reserve.

Recommandation : 800kcal (2 gels + 2 energizing bars each of 65gr)

GPS watch

At least 20 € (just in case...)

THE COLD WEATHER KIT

MAY BE REQUIRED BY THE ORGANIZATION JUST BEFORE THE RACE, DEPENDING ON WEATHER CONDITIONS

Additional warm second layer: a warm second layer top with long sleeves (cotton excluded) of a weight of a minimum of 180g (men’s size medium (M)) OR the combination of a warm long sleeved underwear (first or second layer, cotton excluded) of a minimum weight of 110g (men’s size medium (M)) and a durable water repellant (DWR protection) windproof jacket. The wind- proof jacket does not replace the obligatory waterproof jacket, and vice versa.

Long-legged trousers or race leggings OR a combination of legging and socks which cover the legs completely

Warm and water-proof gloves

Recommendation: Hiking poles

Recommendation: 3rd warm layer (intermediary layer between the 2nd layer and the waterproof jacket)

THE HOT WEATHER KIT

MAY BE REQUIRED BY THE ORGANIZATION JUST BEFORE THE RACE, DEPENDING ON WEATHER CONDITIONS

Sunglasses. It is possible to use the same glasses if they are suited both to the sun and bad weather (such as glasses with photo-chromatic lenses)

Cap or hat

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½ liter of additional water

Hiking poles are authorized throughout the race. If the participant chooses to start the race with poles, they must be kept with them for the duration of the race. It is however, forbidden to start the race without them and get them later.

ADVICE AND SAFETY

«BRING YOUR OWN UTENSILS»

To reduce consumption of plastic, both by runners and the Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc volunteers, and therefore limit your carbon footprint and your waste production, the organization will not distribute any more disposable crockery (cutlery, beakers, bowls) at the check points and the aid stations (this rules is also valid for the volunteers). This action called « Bring Your Own Ustensils « (BYOU) was first implemented at the Vibram Hong Kong 100 in January 2018. You are, therefore, invited to bring you own utensils if you wish to eat hot food at the aid stations.

BYOU

NO MORE PLASTIC AT THE AID STATIONS

In order to reduce the use of plastic by runners and volunteers at the Dacia UTMB® Mont-Blanc, and thus limit your carbon footprint and waste production, the organisers will no longer be using disposable cutlery, cups or bowls at the race bases and feed stations (including for volunteers). In 2023, there will be no plastic bottles at the refreshment points. You will still find sparkling water, cola, still water and energy products, but these will be made by individual soft drinks machines.

Remember to separate your rubbish at the refreshment points. Organic waste such as leftover bars, fruit, fruit skins, leftover sausages, etc. should be disposed of in the bins provided. Try to take with you only what you will eat. Let’s avoid wasting food together.

SPARE BAGS

Runners must have their own lightweight bag (maximum 30L). They can drop it off at the Courmayeur Auditorium, near the start and finish, before collecting it once the race is over.

COMPULSORY PERSONAL ACCIDENT INSURANCE

To ensure peace of mind at the start of your race, we remind you that you must have personal accident insurance to cover any search and evacuation costs in France, Italy and Switzerland. Helicopter repatriation costs between 800 and 3,000 euros. Every year, runners get caught out because they were not sufficiently prepared. Such insurance can be taken out with the organisation of your choice. Since 2022, UTMB Group has been offering repatriation assistance insurance. For €49 a year, you can take out insurance that guarantees worldwide cover for rescue, repatriation and medical care (including helicopter rescue). Sign up here:

HTTPS://UTMB.ASSURINCO.COM/

PROGRAM

RACE BIBS DISTRIBUTION

Remember to choose your race-bibs distribution point and time via your runner’s page

SPARE BAGS

Tuesday 29th - 11:30-13:45

GOING TO THE START IN COURMAYEUR

PICK UP

Tuesday 29th - 15:30 -18:30

GOING BACK TO YOUR ACCOMODATION AFTER THE RACE

UTMB® BUS SCHEDULES: to find in our MOBILITY GUIDE

The YCC is a challenge dedicated to young people born between 2001 and 2009, comprising 2 events over 2 days: a trail run starting in Courmayeur on Tuesday and a short, innovative race on Wednesday in Chamonix called YCC The Revenge. This event will see the runners start in reverse order of the previous day’s rankings, so it’s sure to be a great show!

(Revenge : 4KM)

(Revenge : 3,5KM) 4KM (Revenge : 2KM)

Elevation 1200m D+ (Revenge : 235D+) 600m D+ (Revenge : 215D+) 100m D+ (Revenge :100D+)

Courmayeur

TIME OF PASSAGE

REGULATIONS

RACE BIBS

Each number is given individually to each runner on presentation of :

- A photo ID,

- Your race bag and all compulsory equipment. The number must be collected in Courmayeur at the Dolonne Sports Centre or in Chamonix. The place to pick up the number is to be reserved from the runner’s area.

The number must be worn on the chest or stomach and must be visible at all times throughout the race. The number may not be folded or cut out. The race number will be the necessary pass for access to the shuttles, buses, refreshment areas, infirmaries, rest rooms, bag drop-off and pick-up areas, etc. The race number must not be removed. In case of withdrawal, it will be deactivated by a member of the organisation.

CONTROLLING AND ABANDONING

Each runner is equipped with 2 electronic chips: 1 fixed to the race-bib and 1 fixed to the back-pack. Runners who are not in permanent possession of their chips will be penalized. Checks (controls) will be carried out during the event to ensure that that the participants are followed and to ensure the regularity of the race. Participants must, obligatorily, pass these check points and present themselves (race-bib visible) to the controllers and follow their instructions. The first automatic control is made when crossing the starting line. To avoid sending out unnesscessary search parties, and causing others to worry about your well-being, all participants are asked to notify their abandonment as soon as possible, at a control post or by telephone to the race HQ (PC course). Following their abandonment, each runner whose state of health does not require an evacuation, must return as quickly as possible, by their own means, to the finishing area.

SHOWERS

ATTENTION: EACH RUNNER MUST KEEP HIS/HER RACE NUMBER FOR THE 2 EVENTS ON TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY.

SECURITY AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE

Participants are an important first link in the chain for safety on the course. There are several medical stations along the route. The participants are the first link in the rescue chain. They must provide assistance by quickly and correctly in the event of an accident (witness or victim) to the race HQ by telephone (telephone number can be found on each participant’s race bib).

Teams of first-aid workers are in liaison with race headquarters and are present on the course to provide assistance as soon as necessary. A medical team is also present throughout the race and can intervene if necessary on the course by any any appropriate means, including by helicopter if required. The medical and rescue services or the conventional services services have thr right to void or withdraw a race bib and force the withdrawal of any participant who is unfit to continue the race. The costs resulting from the use of exceptional rescue or evacuation means shall be borne by the person rescued, who must also ensure his or her own return from the place where he or she was rescued or evacuated.

ARE YOU SPONSORED?

That’s great but you can strictly only display it on your clothes and equipment used during the race. No flags in the name of X, or banners for Y.

AID STATIONS

The YCC will be run independently. Liquid supplies will be available at the La Suche checkpoint on the Juniors-Espoirs trail. A refreshment area will be available in the Parc Bollino at the end of the trail, organized by the Courmayeur municipality.

Showers will be accessible for YCC runners at Courmayeur Sport Center.

ENVIRONMENT & MARKS

It is imperative that you follow the paths with the markers without taking short cuts. Taking short cuts of the paths leads to erosion which damages the site. All participants must keep their rubbish and wrappers with them until they can throw them in the bins at an aid station. Runners should carry a bag or pouch to carry their waste until the next bin. Plastic bags for soiled paper are handed out with the race-bibs. They must be used for collecting any paper used during any urgent need along the route.

ACCOMPAGNYING AND ASSISTANCE

All accompanying and assistance is strictly forbidden along the route of the YCC.

PENALTIES – DISQUALIFICATION

Any breach of the current regulations will be the object of a penalty against the participant. If several breaches are noticed, the points will be accumulated. The participant will be notified by the jury of any penalty within a delay of 20 minutes of finishing their race. A runner who won’t take part to the first stage of the race won’t be able to run the Revenge. The event’s final ranking will take into account the accumulation of the time taken for the race and any penalty points which are applied.

See the list of penalties and the full regulations on

MONTBLANC.UTMB.WORLD

MANDATORY EQUIPMENT

Smartphone with LiveRun application installed and activated with international roaming allowing for its use in the three countries. The runner must be reachable at any time before, during and after the race : Keep the phone on, airplane mode is forbidden and could give rise to penalties. An external battery is highly recommended.

Reusable cup 15 cl minimum (bottles or flasks with lids are not accepted)

Stock of water minimum ½ liter

Survival blanket 1,40m x 2m

minimum

Whistle

BASIC KIT RECOMMANDED

Food reserve.

Recommandation : 800kcal (2 gels + 2 energizing bars each of 65gr)

GPS watch

At least 20 € (just in case...)

THE COLD WEATHER KIT

MAY BE REQUIRED BY THE ORGANIZATION JUST BEFORE THE RACE, DEPENDING ON WEATHER CONDITIONS

Additional warm second layer: a warm second layer top with long sleeves (cotton excluded) of a weight of a minimum of 180g (men’s size medium (M)) OR the combination of a warm long sleeved underwear (first or second layer, cotton excluded) of a minimum weight of 110g (men’s size medium (M)) and a durable water repellant (DWR protection) windproof jacket. The wind- proof jacket does not replace the obligatory waterproof jacket, and vice versa.

Long-legged trousers or race leggings OR a combination of legging and socks which cover the legs completely

Warm and water-proof gloves

Recommendation: Hiking poles

Recommendation: 3rd warm layer (intermediary layer between the 2nd layer and the waterproof jacket)

THE HOT WEATHER KIT

MAY BE REQUIRED BY THE ORGANIZATION JUST BEFORE THE RACE, DEPENDING ON WEATHER CONDITIONS

Sunglasses. It is possible to use the same glasses if they are suited both to the sun and bad weather (such as glasses with photo-chromatic lenses)

Cap or hat

.

½ liter of additional water

Hiking poles are authorized throughout the race. If the participant chooses to start the race with poles, they must be kept with them for the duration of the race. It is however, forbidden to start the race without them and get them later.

ADVICE AND SAFETY

«BRING YOUR OWN UTENSILS» NO MORE PLASTIC AT THE LIFE BASES

To reduce consumption of plastic, both by runners and the Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc volunteers, and therefore limit your carbon footprint and your waste production, the organization will not distribute any more disposable crockery (cutlery, beakers, bowls) at the check points and the aid stations (this rules is also valid for the volunteers). This action called « Bring Your Own Ustensils « (BYOU) was first implemented at the Vibram Hong Kong 100 in January 2018. You are, therefore, invited to bring you own utensils if you wish to eat hot food at the aid stations.

BYOU

NO MORE PLASTIC AT THE AID STATIONS

In order to reduce the use of plastic by runners and volunteers at the Dacia UTMB® Mont-Blanc, and thus limit your carbon footprint and waste production, the organisers will no longer be using disposable cutlery, cups or bowls at the race bases and feed stations (including for volunteers). In 2023, there will be no plastic bottles at the refreshment points. You will still find sparkling water, cola, still water and energy products, but these will be made by individual soft drinks machines.

Remember to separate your rubbish at the refreshment points. Organic waste such as leftover bars, fruit, fruit skins, leftover sausages, etc. should be disposed of in the bins provided. Try to take with you only what you will eat. Let’s avoid wasting food together.

SPARE BAGS

Runners must have their own lightweight bag (maximum 30L). They can drop it off at the Courmayeur Auditorium, near the start and finish, before collecting it once the race is over.

COMPULSORY PERSONAL ACCIDENT INSURANCE

To ensure peace of mind at the start of your race, we remind you that you must have personal accident insurance to cover any search and evacuation costs in France, Italy and Switzerland. Helicopter repatriation costs between 800 and 3,000 euros. Every year, runners get caught out because they were not sufficiently prepared. Such insurance can be taken out with the organisation of your choice. Since 2022, UTMB Group has been offering repatriation assistance insurance. For €49 a year, you can take out insurance that guarantees worldwide cover for rescue, repatriation and medical care (including helicopter rescue). Sign up here: HTTPS://UTMB.ASSURINCO.COM/

PROGRAM

RACE BIBS DISTRIBUTION

Courmayeur Mountain Sport Center

8:30 - 10:30

SPARE BAGS

DROP

Courmayeur

Auditorium

Tuesday 29th - 08:30-10:45

GOING TO THE START IN COURMAYEUR

PICK UP Courmayeur

Auditorium

Tuesday 29th - 12:30 -15:30

GOING BACK TO YOUR ACCOMODATION AFTER THE RACE FOR HOW

UTMB® BUS SCHEDULES: to find in our MOBILITY GUIDE

FINDING YOUR WAY AROUND CHAMONIX MONT-BLANC

AN EVENT

THE DACIA UTMB MONT-BLANC 2023 (28 AUGUST-3 SEPTEMBER) WILL BE AN OPPORTUNITY TO CELEBRATE 20 YEARS OF HISTORY WRITTEN TOGETHER!

The Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc 2023 (28 August-3 September) will be an opportunity to celebrate 20 years of history written together! There have been thousands of memories created and euphoric moments lived since the event launch in 2003, and this year UTMB will celebrate the evolution of the event from its creation by a group of passionate friends to its reputation as the world’s leading trail running event. During this year’s festivities, Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc would like to pay tribute to all those that have contributed to the race’s status as a benchmark trail running event.

“Since 2003, the event has been built on values of solidarity, respect, inclusion, authenticity and humility, values that the graphic design team wanted to reflect on this year’s poster. The Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc is a unifying event on many levels, it brings us all together on the same start line, with the same objective: to share the emotions of a common passion”

Isabelle Poletti, Director of the Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc

WELCOME TO SAVOIE MONT BLANC

Savoie Mont Blanc, the home of trail running

Forget the city – it’s in the mountains that trail running comes into its own. No surprise then that our region hosts some of the biggest events in the discipline. Including the UTMB Mont-Blanc, the world’s highest-rated ultra-trail race, from 28 August to 3 September.

TWO SERVICES FOR A SUCCESSFUL HOLIDAY

I optimise my journey and buy my tickets door-to-door

programme to suit myself I book my activities online or at the last minute

MINI YCC

Short Distance of around 400m for 3 years old

MINI MCC

Short distance of around 400m for 4 year-olds

MINI OCC

Short Distance of around 400m for 5 year olds

MINI CCC®

Around 600m for children aged 6 & 7 year olds

MINI TDS®

Around 1200m for children aged 8 & 9 year olds

MINI UTMB®

Around 1800m for children aged 10 & 11 year-olds

MINI PTL®

Around 3 km of orienteering on trail for children aged 12 & 13 year-olds

WEDNESDAY 30 AUGUST 09:30-12:00 CHAMPS DU SAVOY IN CHAMONIX

Sharing in their parent’s passion, almost 1,000 children will compete in one of the mini-races in the presence of event partner and team athletes. Rendezvous directly on-site !

REGISTRATION & RACE-BIB DISTRIBUTION: F ROM 09:30 TO 11:00 AT THE CHAMPS DU SAVOY

The races start at 15-min intervals from 11:00 on A small «snack” is available at the end of all the mini-races

Join us at Mini UTMB, where a mini village awaits! Immerse yourself in the world of water preservation through 4 fun activites hosted by The Water Family and supported by our partners Camelbak and Savoie Mont-Blanc.à Races are untimed and without classification

FIND THE UTMB MINI RACES AROUND THE MONT-BLANC IN THE DIFFERENT PARTNER COMMUNES!

Mini Martigny-Combes : Monday 28/08 - 9h

Mini Contamines : Thursday 31/08 - 13h

Mini Courmayeur : Saturday 02/09 - 10h

Mini Trient : Saturday 02/09 - 10h

SEE THE DETALLED PROGRAM AT MONTBLANC.UTMB.WORLD

The LiveTrail APP: a complete experience on a single platform!

The Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc is an event to be experienced and shared in real time. In order to offer a complete experience on a single platform, the LiveTrail application now incorporates the functions of the LiveRun and LiveInfo applications.

MAIN FEATURES

For the public:

Search for your family and friends and track their progress, speed, their last crossing point and the estimated time to the next crossing point

Get your bearings on the route, view all the routes, with cut-off times, and launch GPS navigation to a waypoint to get there

Access general information about the event (maps, timetables, parking, transport, programme, etc.)

Live or relive the excitement of the race using LiveCams at various points of interest along the route

Create a list of favourites, select several runners to follow and keep up to date with their progress using automatic notifications

Get information on the runners taking part in the event (UTMB Index, runner achievements)

For the runner:

Prepare for your race using the virtual runner feature. Estimate your progress at the various checkpoints based on your target time or your UTMB Index

For your safety, report your withdrawal from the race, send an SOS or call Race HQ

Discover the upcoming important checkpoints with the estimated time to get there

Follow your friends, compare your progress with them and receive notifications of their passage through the various intermediate points

Use your smartphone as a GPS beacon so that the public and Race HQ know your position in real time

FOLLOW THE UTMB® WORLD SERIES EVENTS LIVE

WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES OF USING THE UTMB BUS?

With the expansion of the mobility plan, the use of the UTMB Bus has become essential to follow your runner and get the most out of the Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc experience. Once again, this year, the advantages of using this means of transport are numerous: reserved access to the refreshment points and Base Camps for UTMB Bus users, ease of mobility between the three countries, simplicity of organisation for following your runner, and a reduction in your carbon footprint.

CHECK OUR MOBILITY GUIDE

CHAMONIX

LES HOUCHES

LES CONTAMINES-MONTJOIE

COURMAYEUR

CHAMPEX- LAC

TRIENT VALLORCINE

MONT-BL ANC

ARNOUVAZ

NOTRE-DAME DE LA GORGE

SAINT-GERVAIS

PETIT ST-BERNARD

BEAUFORT

CORMET DE ROSELEND

BOURG ST-MAURICE

MARTIGNY-COMBE COL DE LA FORCL AZ

LA FOULY

ORSIÈRES ARGENTIÈRE

COL DU

FROM AUGUST 28TH TO SEPTEMBER 1ST 2023,

COME AND DISCOVER ALL THAT IS NEW IN TRAILRUNNING AND PARTICIPATE IN NUMEROUS ANIMATIONS ORGANIZED FOR THE DACIA UTMB MONT-BLANC!

Organized outdoors in the heart of Chamonix, the Village Ultra-Trail® is an unmissable event for all trail-running enthusiasts. Test products, greet and meet sessions, previews over 5 days.

Come and discover the biggest brand names and chat with the discipline’s specialists who have gathered for the event. Manufacturers, coaches and organizers will be happy to present their new innovations and help you discover the trends to come!

A moment for exchanging and sharing, the Village is also the occasion to go and meet favorite and future champions.

On the program, meet and greet sessions and surprise animations.With 40% of exhibitors coming from all over the world, the Village Ultra-Trail® will plunge you into the heart of international trail-running. The most beautiful races in the world will be represented through 20 countries.

The prospect of great encounters. Rendez-vous on the Place du Mont-Blanc, to not miss a single thing of the Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc.

COMITÉS D’ORGANISATION

COMITÉ D’HONNEUR

Lionel ARPIN, Maire de Seez

François BARBIER , Maire des Contamines Montjoie

Federico BARZAGLI, Maire de Morgex

Riccardo BIELLER , Maire de Pré Saint Didier

Ghislaine BOSSONEY, Maire des Houches

Florence CARRON DARBELLAY, Présidente de Martigny-Combe

Xavier DESMARETS, Maire d’Hauteluce

Guillaume DESRUES, Maire de Bourg-Saint-Maurice

Nicolas EVRARD, Maire de Servoz

Christian FRISON ROCHE, Maire de Beaufort

Mathieu FERRARIS, Maire de La Thuile

Eric FOURNIER , Maire de Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Marcel GAY, Président de Bovernier

Jean-Marc PEILLEX , Maire de Saint-Gervais

Joachim RAUSIS, Président d’Orsières

Roberto ROTA , Maire de Courmayeur

Bertrand SAVIOZ, Président de Trient

Jeremy VALLAS, Maire de Vallorcine

L’organisation de l’UTMB® Mont-Blanc repose sur un Comité d’Organisation composés de salariés, bénévoles et prestataires.

ASSOCIATION LES AMIS DE L’UTMB MONT-BLANC

PRÉSIDENTS D’HONNEUR :

René BACHELARD, Alberto MOTTA, Léon LOVEY

BUREAU :

Olivier THETAZ (Co-Président Suisse), Federica CORTESE (Co-Présidente Italie), Christian BERGAMELLI (Co-Président France), Michel POLETTI (Secrétaire), Martine FROUCHT (Trésorière) & les membres du Comité

COMMISSION BÉNÉVOLE :

Christian BERGAMELLI & les membres de la Commission

COMMISSION PARCOURS :

Eric MORLAND & les membres de la Commission

COMMISSION ENVIRONNEMENT :

Michel POLETTI & les membres de la Commission

COMMISSION SOLIDARITÉ :

Sylvie BARQUANT & les membres de la Commission

COMMISSION MÉDICALE :

Laurence POLETTI, Jean-Charles ROLLIER, Pierric BAISSE, Alice GAVET, Stéphane DOUTRELEAU, Jean-Luc, LE MASLE LASTIOLAS

DIRECTION GENERALE UTMB GROUP

Catherine POLETTI, Présidente UTMB Group

Frédéric LENART, Directeur Général UTMB Group

Michel POLETTI, Isabelle POLETTI, Rémi DUCHEMIN Administrateurs UTMB GROUP

ORGANISATION CENTRALE DACIA UTMB® MONT-BLANC

POLETTI-VISEUX Isabelle, Directrice

DEGLAIRE Stan, Coordinateur logistique

BOCHET Émilien, logistique commune

LE CUDENNEC David, logistique Chamonix

PIJOURLET Jules, Coordinateur du territoire

ROUX Benoît, Responsable Bénévoles

GUEDOZ Giulia, Coordinatrice Italie

BOYER Thomas, Référent Transport et Environnement

LASSENSSION Baptiste, Référent Sécurité, Parcours et Administration

RELATIONS COUREURS :

Alina MANDIUC, Diletta GAGLIANONE, Faustine COLAR

MARKETING & COMMUNICATION :

Antoine AUBOUR, Coralie BATTE, Nicky DAWSON, Antoine

DELATOUCHE, Mélanie GODEFROY, Giulia GUEDOZ, Sanna FERIN, Charlotte LAGARDE, Charlotte LANAUD, Flora

LEONETTI, Claire LISSAJOUX, Maëlan MARCON-LOYNET, Karen MERLIN, Camille MONAT, Coline ORCEL, Nathalie

WALTER-MALCURAT, Marion DELOBEL

COMMERCIAL :

Céline PREVOST, Violette POLLET, Guillaume BEROARD, Etienne DANIEL- TOULOUSE, Alexandra DARDEVET

COORDINATION BÉNÉVOLES :

Benoît ROUX

GESTION DE L’ENVIRONNEMENT ET DU DÉVELOPPEMENT DURABLE : Jules PIJOURLET, Thomas BOYER, Chloé LEGER, Félicien

TENAS

GESTION DES DOTATIONS: Benjamin ALBUISSON, David Le CUDENNEC

GESTION DES RADIOS ET BALISES GPS: David Le CUDENNEC

PC COURSE UTMB®, CCC®, TDS®, OCC, MCC ET ETC: Patrice BERGUERAND, Jean-Cyrille AUDOUIT, Bertrand GAUTIER, Jean GUILHEM, Mathieu DEVILLE CAVELLAIN

DIRECTION MÉDICALE: Patrick BASSET

COORDINATION SECOURS: Bruno BASSET

COORDINATION MÉDECINS: Laurence POLETTI

COORDINATION INFIRMIERS: Isabelle PAUCOT

SECOURISTES: Rémi PLUMET

LA CHAMONIARDE: Adrien STOCKY

SSMSGVM: Ludovic HANNICQ

COORDINATION KINÉS:

Aurélie CASTILLO, Julie HERVE

COORDINATION PODOLOGUES:

Olivier GARCIN, Marie-Charlotte ALEX

LOGISTIQUE MÉDICALE: Claire CHAVRIER

SUPERVISION DIGITALE SANTÉ-SECOURS : Gaspard LEBEL

AMBASSADEUR ORDRE PUBLIC: Laurence PARROT, Céline VARON, Christine SAINT-GENIS

COMITÉ PTL® : Baptiste LASSENSSION, Michel POLETTI, Manon TRIMAILLE, Bruno SCHNEIDER, Giuseppe MAIETI, Philippe DUCREY, Thomas WINTERGERST, Eric MORLAND, Nicolas JORDAN

GESTION DU CHRONOMÉTRAGE : David POLETTI, Sébastien ROBERT, Louis CHAIGNEAU, Nicolas GUILLOT

INFORMATIQUE CHAMONIX: Raphaël MARUZZI

RESPONSABLE SPEAKERS : Sébastien LOPEZ

VIP, HÉBERGEMENT ET PROTOCOLE: Mirella PEROTTE, Estelle FLOURY-POLETTI, Geneviève CADOT

GESTION DES ANIMATIONS : Théo ROPERS

ORGANISATION 20 ANS UTMB : Mirella PEROTTE, Théo ROPERS, Hold-up Agency

ULTRA-TRAIL® VILLAGE : Marie-Laure COLY, Quentin CLEMENT, Benjamin ALBUISSON

GESTION DES SACS COUREURS: Jean-Michel BOUTEILLE

GESTION DES TRANSPORTS : Thomas BOYER, Thomas CHATIN, Hélène Hallé, Ionela DINU, Constantin DINU

REMISE DES DOSSARDS: Sylvie BARQUANT

PRÉVISIONS MÉTÉO: Yves-Marie MAQUET

COMMISSAIRES DE COURSE : Nicolas KUHN

CONTRÔLE ANTI-TRICHE: Didier CURDY & Adrian VINCENT

POINTS D’INFORMATION: Elodie GUEGAN, Anna KIRKMAN, Thomas FONNARD

GESTION DES MINI UTMB® YCC THE REVENGE: Manon TRIMAILLE, Patrick DESBREST, Thierry Glasson

GESTION DES FERMEURS: Jean-Cyrille AUDOUIT

INFORMATIQUE & RÉSEAUX : Mickaël VISEUX, Gauthier CART, Simon RONZANI, Kevin DE GOROSTIAGA

GESTION, COMPTABILITÉ ET RESSOURCES HUMAINES: Théo DOUSSON, Alice BARBOLOSI, Fabienne LACOLOMBE, Christine SAERENS, Morgane THILLIEN

OPÉRATIONS UTMB® WORLD SERIES : Florian Lamblin, Nicolas LAGRANGE

FRANCE

CHAMONIX MONT-BLANC:

Repas: UCPA, Karine MIEUSSET, Florence BERMON, Alain Base camp bénévoles UCPA : Fabienne LACOLOMBE, Nathalie ETELLIN, Christine SAERENS, Amandine MICHEL, Odile MICHEL

Ravitaillement arrivée: Nelly VISEUX

Dotations finishers: Catherine AUDOUIT

Balisage: Marc MIRETTI

LA FLÉGÈRE: Marie-Claire DELESSERT, Christian RIVE

LES HOUCHES: Olivier CAROUGE, Marie LIEVRE & Lucas RABATE, Philippe GAUBERT, Catherine FAVRET

SAINT-GERVAIS: B ernard SEJALON, Patrice BIBIER-COCATRIX, Didier JOSEPHE, Alain MUGNIER, Jeanne FLAMENT, Aurélie CHAMINADE

LES CONTAMINES MONTJOIE: Guy MAGAND, François

BOSSON, Julien MURE, Guy BARBIER, Delphine THEVENOT, Jean-Luc MATTEL, Nathalie DUCHAUSSY

SERVOZ : Patrick BOUCHARD

HAUTELUCE - COL DU JOLY : Jean-Jacques CIANO, Edouard

LAVENU, Xavier DESMARETS

BEAUFORT - CORMET DE ROSELEND: Thierry BOCHET JeanClaude EVEQUE-MOURROUX, Serge CHAMIOT-MAITRAL, Gisèle MOLLIET

BOURG ST MAURICE / COL DE LA SEIGNE: Marie-Ange

VILLIEN, Jocelyn ARPIN-PONT, Sandy GRAND

RAVITAILLEMENT LES CHAPIEUX: Activités sociales de l’Énergie, Alexandre HOUBARD, Pierrick EVE

SEEZ: Elodie CHENAL- JACQUET

VALLORCINE:

Organisation logistique : Emilien BOCHET , Romaric GAUTHIER

Animations : Comité des fêtes

Gestions bénévoles : Caroline BOUFFLERT

Col de Balme : Alex BRUNEAU (MCC), Thomas MICHEL (OCC)

ITALIE

COORDINATION ITALIE : Giulia GUEDOZ

COURMAYEUR ET VALLÉE D’AOSTE:

Relations Mairie: Alberto MOTTA

Relations Vallée d’Aoste:Marco ALBARELLO, Anna Maria

CARERI,

Communication: Elisabetta PERRET, Thomas CANTELE Alessandra BORRE, Marta CASTORI, Maria-Chiara CANEPARO, Alice ABBRUZZINO

Responsable des postes de ravitaillement: Nicola BERGOMI

Responsable Sécurité et Secours : Andrea PERROD

Organisation technique: Luca TRUCHET, Federica CORTESE

Départs: Caterina CAGNASSOLA, Silvio GUEDOZ

Logistique: Mauro MAINO

Transports: Massimo CHENAL

Sacs coureurs: Alessio BRESADOLA

Responsable YCC et ETC: Claudio CHERAZ, Alberto LO -

RENZI, Giacomo CERESETO & Baptiste LASSENSSION

Responsable fermeurs: Micaela RISSO

Responsable Courmayeur Sport Center Dolonne: Federica

CORTESE, Guido OFFSAS

Remise des Dossards: Martina RISSO

Responsable bénévoles Italie: Caterina CAGNASSOLA

Responsable bivouacs: Gigi RIZ

Balisage: Patrick DESBREST, Giacomo CERESETO

LAC COMBAL: Josiane SERMET, Aiace BAZZANA

REFUGE DE MAISON VIEILLE: Giacomo CALOSI, Antonella

GRIECO

REFUGE BERTONE: Alice et Renzino COSSON, Sandra

ZIGGIOTTO

ARNOUVAZ: Marcella BIONDI, Karine CHAMEL

LA THUILE - COL DU PETIT SAINT BERNARD: Oscar LANZA, Manuel SORARU et Dario BANDITO

GRAND COL FERRET : Federico GILARDI, Laurent SIMONNEAU

SUISSE

Coordination Suisse : Isabelle FELLAY

Organisation générale : Les Traileurs du Mont-Blanc de Suisse, Léon LOVEY, Bertrand SAVIOZ, Patrice LOVEY, Isabelle FELLAY, Nicolas JORDAN, Jean-Pierre ROSSIER, Olivier THETAZ

Sécurité: Pierre-Yves TERRETAZ

Transports: Samuel BROCCARD assisté d’Olivier THETAZ

ORSIÈRES:

Relation Commune: Patricia GABIOUD

Office de Tourisme: Gaëtan TORNAY

L A FOULY: Olivier THETAZ & Fabienne COPT

CHAMPEX: Léon LOVEY & Isabelle FELLAY

LA GIÈTE:

Patrice LOVEY, Vincent MOULIN et Eric DESCLOUDS

Départ OCC: Sarah LATTION, Patricia GABIOUD

Organisation logistique : Jean-Maurice RAUSIS

Gestions bénévoles : Isabelle FELLAY

TRIENT:

Relations commune et gestion bénévoles : Bertrand SAVIOZ

Organisation logistique: Paul GAY-CROSIER assisté de Mathieu BURE

Sécurité: Christian GOUMAND

LES TSEPPES : Emmanuel ROSSET

MARTIGNY COMBE: Pascal GIROUD, Léandre RODUIT

COL DE LA FORCLAZ : Liliane BONVIN & Christian RODUIT

VALLÉE DE CHAMONIX MONT-BLANC

Président, Eric FOURNIER

Offices du Tourisme de la Vallée de Chamonix, Nicolas DUROCHAT

Directeur général des services, Jean-Marc BONINO Directeur des Sports, Jean-François COQUARD

COMMUNE DE CHAMONIX MONT-BLANC

Directeur général des services : Cyrille Clarisse Directeur de Cabinet du Maire : Julien TOURRAL Directeur de la Communication, Jean-Marc MILHOMME Directeur des services techniques, Loïc PLUSQUELLEC Chef de la Police municipale, Marie-Pierre VALLET

ORGANISMES DE LA VALLÉE DE CHAMONIX MONT-BLANC

Tunnel du Mont-Blanc, Riccardo RIGACCI

UCPA, Karine MIEUSSET, Sébastien HEUDE, Florence BERMON

Auberge de jeunesse, Thomas MOUGIN

Chamonix Mont Blanc Hélicoptère [CMBH], Pascal BRUN) Ecole de Ski de Chamonix, Sébastien GICQUEL

COMMUNE DES HOUCHES

Office du Tourisme des Houches Services techniques et Police municipale

COMMUNE DE SAINT GERVAIS

Office de Tourisme de Saint Gervais, Didier JOSEPHE Services techniques et Police municipale

COMMUNE DES CONTAMINES MONTJOIE

Contamines Tourisme EPIC des Contamines Montjoie Services techniques et Police municipale Chalet de la Balme, Mickaël GUT

COMMUNE DE SERVOZ

Services techniques

COMMUNE D’HAUTELUCE

Office du Tourisme Services techniques

COMMUNE DE BEAUFORT

Office du Tourisme Services techniques

COMMUNE DE BOURG-SAINT-MAURICE

Service des Sports de Bourg-Saint Maurice

Office du Tourisme de Bourg-Saint-Maurice/Les Arcs Services techniques et Police municipale

Refuge de la Croix du Bonhomme, Noé PENNETIER

COMMUNE DE SEEZ

Office du Tourisme Services techniques et Police Municipale

COMMUNE DE LA THUILE

Office du Tourisme Services techniques

COMMUNE DE PRE SAINT DIDIER

Office du Tourisme & Services techniques

COMMUNE DE COURMAYEUR

Polizia municipale, Roberto NIEROZ

Polizia di Frontiera: Ennio Cavedon

Arma dei Carabinieri, Nado CALDERONE

Polizia Stradale, Omar JERUSEL

Liceo linguistico de Courmayeur, Franco COSSARD, Petra SEIF CSC - Centro Servizi Courmayeur, Thomas CANTELE,Antonio FURINGO, Raffaella SCALISI, Marta CASTORI

Pompiers de Courmayeur

Pro Loco Saint Nicolas Les Beuffons

Les Badochys

Les Landzettes Services techniques

Pro Loco Courmayeur

COMMUNE DE MORGEX

Commune : Ettore TAUFER, Mafalda ROLLET

COMMUNE D’ORSIÈRES

Administration Communale

Office Régional de Tourisme du Pays du Saint-Bernard

Alpage de la Peule, Nicolas et Sabine

COPPEY Boulangerie Tea-Room Gentiana, Claudine LOVEY

Bourgeoisie de Martigny

COMMUNE DE TRIENT

Administration Communale

Société de Développement de Trient

Alpage des Tseppes, Dominique CAPPI Services techniques

COMMUNE DE MARTIGNY COMBE

Administration Communale et chemins pédestres

Alpage de la Giète

COMMUNE DE BOVERNIER

Administration Communale et chemins pédestres

COMMUNE DE VALLORCINE

Office du Tourisme & Services techniques

Comité des fêtes de Vallorcine

AUTRES ORGANISMES

Réserves Naturelles de Haute Savoie, ASTERS École Nationale de Ski et d’Alpinisme, ENSA

Université de Savoie, Fabien HOBLEA et Jérome POULENARD

Activités sociales de l’Énergie, Eve BERTHET, présidente CMCAS des Pays de Savoie, Jean-Louis

GROBEL, directeur opérationnel du territoire des deux Savoie

UTMB Live - conseiller

Fabrice PERRIN

Images officielles / Serac Productions

Gilles SOURICE, Jérémie SOURICE

Outdoor Sport Live

Isabel LEVIONNOIS, Floris CLORI, Christophe FLAMENT

Photos / Agence Zoom

Michel COTTIN

Relations presse / OConnection

Liliane FRETTE, Sabina ROGERSON

Réseaux sociaux

KBLB

ORGANISMES DE SECURITE, DE SECOURS ET MEDICAUX

Centre de Secours principal de Chamonix

Centre de Secours principal de Bourg Saint Maurice

Centre de Secours de Beaufort

Compagnie de Gendarmerie de Chamonix

Association Départementale des Sociétés de Secours en Montagne de Haute-Savoie, ADSSM

La Chamoniarde , Sonia POPOFF, Présidente

Equipe du CHU de Grenoble CNEAS

Centres d’exploitation des routes départementales

Protection Civile Région Autonome Vallée d’Aoste

Azienda USL della Valle d’Aosta

Guardia di Finanza

Associazione Sportiva Valle d’Aosta Motorsport

Soccorso Alpino Valdostano

Guardia Forestale

USR / ANC / ANA Valle d’Aosta

Organisation Cantonale Valaisanne des Secours Air Glacier