Traveling to the Mont Blanc valley !
We are well aware, the transportation sector has the biggest impact on our carbon footprint. So, faced with the greatest challenge facing humanity, we need your help to limit the carbon footprint of the event and protect our ecosystems!
NIRVANA - Travel and Accommodations
Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc are delighted to partner with Nirvana, the Official Travel and Accommodations provider to assist runners preparations in offering a host of travel and accommodation options designed to ease your journey to Chamonix. With over 20 years experience in arranging travel, accommodation and logistics for runners and their family and friends, Nirvana has the expertise to allow you to fully focus on your event and enjoy your UTMB World Series experience.
Nirvana offer exclusive access to the Official Race Hotels as well as a range of event services curated to runners needs which include:
- Flight & Rail bookings
- Airport & Train Station meet and greet with return transfers
- Official Race Accommodations, staying with likeminded runners
- Athlete Breakfast, arranged early on race days
- Event info hub in your accommodation providing up to date event info
- Access to the Nirvana events team on the ground at the event assisting you throughout your stay
- Event shuttle service linking you to/from your accommodation with the event site
- Management of your travel and accommodation, with a dedicated team to support your journey throughout
For further information or to speak to one of the team please contact Nirvana via contactus@nirvanasportstravel.com or tel: 0044 191 257 1750
BY TRAIN
You arrive in the center of Chamonix and you won't need to look for parking. Everything is within walking distance!
It's the best choice in terms of carbon emissions!
From the Auverge Rhônes-Alpes region
Take advantage of a 40% discount for your TER trips within the region and go to the event: (available for 2 or more people and its free for children under 12) :
From Europe or mainland France
The train is possible from the major European capitals and French cities, so don't hesitate: enjoy the scenery and take the time to enjoy the ride before your race.
BY BUS
Coming from France but also from other European countries, the bus will drop you off in the center of Chamonix at Gare Sud (bus station) allowing you to finally start your Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc adventure!
From Europe or mainland France!
BY CARPOOLING
The train or bus doesn't meet your needs? Parking in Chamonix is very complicated and you'll be making life difficult for yourself!
In addition, many roads will be closed during the event...
However, if this is unavoidable... Think about carpooling and once you are there, park your car at the different park and ride lots !
Once on-site, use the various park-and-ride facilities (beware of extremely limited parking capacity)
BY PLANE
For international runners, outside Europe.
The airports of Lyon (FR), Milan (IT) and Geneva (CH) are served by bus and train!
Each year, the organisation of the Dacia UTMB Mont-Blanc partners with a company specialised in transporting runners and participants from the Geneva airport.
**All the information will be available in your next runners' newsletters.
In Europe and Metropolitan France, opt for collective ground transportation!
BY SHUTTLE
Alpybus is our official mobility partner. Wat Geneva airport, enjoy the official UTMB® Transport service provided by our partner Alpybus. It is THE solution to avoid using your car and to limit your impact, with schedules specially adapted to the event, and departures every hour!
During the Dacia UTMB® Mont-Blanc, Alpybus offers two types of transfers::
- Shared transfers
- Private transfers
Book your shuttle now and use the UTMB® discount:
SPECIAL DISCOUNT FOR DACIA UTMB® MONT-BLANC RUNNERS AND CREWS
- Get 15% discount on shared rides with the code UTMB15
- Get 5% discount on "private" trips with the code UTMB5
SPECIAL SCHEDULE DURING THE EVENT
Shared transfers
- From Geneva to Chamonix: departure every hour from 08.00 to 23.00
- From Geneva to Chamonix : departure every hour from 05.00 to 18.00
Private transfers
- Pick-up schedule adapted to passengers' needs.
For locals, hop on a bike!
Enjoy the ride and take advantage of the many bike paths in place around Chamonix!
