ETC
Take on the adventure of a 15km race with 1200 meters of elevation gain in the heart of the Italian Alps.
Race Category
Running Stones
Distance
15 KM
Elevation Gain
1200 M+
Start Date
Tuesday 25th August 2026
Race Start
Courmayeur - 14:00
Max Allowed Race Time
04 Hours 30 Minutes
New in 2026: lottery for the ETC
After record demand in 2025, the ETC joins the lottery system in 2026. No Running Stones or UTMB Index are required to pre-register for the ETC.
KEY DATE TO KEEP IN MIND
- 8-19 January 2026 – 23:59 (CET): Pre-registration period for the ETC.
- 22 January 2026 – 11:00 (CET): Lottery results announced.
- 5 February 2026: If bibs remain unconfirmed, runners on the waiting list will be contacted.
- 12 February 2026 – 23:59 (CET): Deadline for runners selected in the second round to confirm their registration.
A SURPRISING ADVENTURE
Start in Courmayeur, an iconic village in the Mont Blanc landscape, and embark on a 15km race with a beastly 1200 meters of total elevation gain in the heart of the Italian Alps. This summer, the course will evolve slightly with a more progressive climb up to the impressive balconies of the Aosta Valley, facing the Mont-Blanc, before continuing on to complete the loop back into Courmayeur. This appealing yet challenging format is ideal for runners who would like to put themselves to the test and be part of the HOKA UTMB® Mont-Blanc.
Be careful, short format does not always mean simple format: the ETC features 15 kilometers and 1200 meters of elevation gain. In trail running, we often talk about "kilometer effort", considering both the distance and elevation gain to calculate the perceived distance: the km-effort is calculated by adding 1km to the race distance for every 100 meters of elevation gain. The ETC is therefore 27 km-effort of wonder, sharing and challenging your limits!
In other words, the Experience Trail Courmayeur 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.