Running the Tour du Mont Blanc in 4 Nights

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Жыл бұрын

The Tour Du Mont Blanc is one of the most popular and scenic long-distance routes in Europe. It passes through France, Italy and Switzerland while circumnavigating the Mont Blanc Massif, a distance of more than 170 km with 10,000 metres of elevation gain, plus descent.
It's typically hiked in 10 or 11 days, but we'd be spending just 4 nights on the trail while travelling fast and light. This would be a training run for us in preparation for UTMB, a race that follows roughly the same route less than 3 weeks later. During the race we'd miss some of the best views while running at night, so this was our chance to really enjoy all that this incredible trail has to offer.
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@JeffPelletier Жыл бұрын

Channel Members can learn about our gear and logistics for the route in this video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/odGja7Gm2tKnYXk.html

@thijsvisser 11 ай бұрын

Jeff, I am truly grateful for your video. It inspired me to fastpack the TMB in 4 days. I trained 7 months and I was able to finish the loop in 4 days last Saturday. Thank you for inspiring me with your great work❤

@JeffPelletier 11 ай бұрын

Amazing, congrats! How was the snow pack this season?

@thijsvisser 11 ай бұрын

The snow was still there on Bonhomme, de la Seigne and Grand Ferret. It made us moving More cautiously and it gave some delay. Other than that some mud due to heavy rain in Italy last week Thursday. I felt like a kid...😉

@CalmingAnxiety Жыл бұрын

Me - 59, not run since late teens. Took up running (Slow jogging) last year to help with chronic back pain from a 21 year career as a paramedic... And now here I am, treadmill sessions, road running and this month I rediscovered my love for trail running and got some awesome Salomon trail shoes. This video has really inspired me, it was beautiful. Thank you so much,.

@SubtleForces Жыл бұрын

Jeff is once again taking his viewers on a mystical tour! It is enchanting, breathtaking, inspiring and soothing. It is also what all should strive for. Thanks for the inspiration!

@trekkingguillaume Жыл бұрын

This is not just a video, seriously this is a documentary! This is absolutely magnificent, the quality of images, the flow, the music everything fits perfectly and is just so inspiring. I already know pretty well the tour so I thought I would skip some moments and I didn't get bored any minute. The best TMB video I ever watched and believe me I watched many haha! Thanks for this quality content, I can't wait to go on these trails myself next summer :) And please make tons of videos like this is a joy to watch!

@JeffPelletier Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, that means a lot! 🙏

@tomatkins9806 9 ай бұрын

I have just got back from running the TMB in 6days as a result of watching this video a few months ago. Hopefully a couple more years and i'll be back in to run it in one go 🤞

@Winter3033 Жыл бұрын

Feels like a National Geograpic documentary

@GerritD Жыл бұрын

old lad at 11:40 is an instant legend

@chad.haggerty Жыл бұрын

I’m not sure which is more awe inspiring, the views or your ability to weave the story with the views. Love the moment when you talked about being on the trip with Audrée, your favourite person. I’ve had those moments where it all just feels amazing with my partner, where that focus just hits. Love it! Merci, mademoiselle et monsieur.

@dustineasley6272 Жыл бұрын

I don’t know how this doesn’t have 1 million+ views

@celinec5998 7 ай бұрын

That's the second video I watch from you, and Iwant to go for a walk in mountains now. Had forgotten how beautiful our French mountains can be 😍

@3Unique 3 ай бұрын

Absolutely inspiring. The Gita de la Fouly is quite expensive because yes it’s lovely but mainly because you are in Switzerland expensive, especially if you are a Brit. 50 years ago you got SwFr6 to the pound now you get SwFr1!!

@JeffPelletier 3 ай бұрын

The Swiss portion is definitely the most expensive!

@michaelbas7 4 ай бұрын

Stumbled across this and now inspired to take up trail running and work towards something like a UTMB

@jozetrselic 2 ай бұрын

Just watched the last part again after seeing commentary video. I haven't noticed anything off with you on the final day. You soldiered it like a champ. Kudos

@marycoyle5533 Жыл бұрын

This video is the equal of any documentary on tv/netflix. Fantastic filming and beautiful scenery - I really enjoyed it.

@AwarenessItself-vv3zy 8 ай бұрын

You are two beautiful beings with such a wonderful spirit. Thank you for taking us on this stunning trip around the mont blanc massiv🙏❤️🙏.

@benvoyageadventures987 Жыл бұрын

Great film, well done to you both. Best trail film makers without question 👍

@aodanoleary5504 4 ай бұрын

In hospital (Ireland). Was feeling a bit down so decided to re-watch my favourite U Tube Film that I’ve ever watched. Just simply, thank you so much.

@miuself Жыл бұрын

I live in Aosta so these mountains are my home, a lot of my best memories are tied to them. This video and the Tor des Géants one are among the few that really manage to truthfully capture the beauty and awe of these mountains! Thank you so much for sharing your adventures with us

@yvesluyens5427 9 ай бұрын

Thanks! I have done UTMB twice and never saw Col du Bonhomme or les Chapieux in daylight.

@niadler4989 Жыл бұрын

so beautiful and relaxing, wish it was much longer video :)

@chestaf00l Жыл бұрын

I rarely ever comment on any video, but I just have to give kudos to you. I look forward to your videos, they are amazingly done and inspiring. You have an incredible outlook on life.

@myhandle321 11 ай бұрын

Incredible video! There is no better video on the route of TMB. Extremely high quality!

@timbrickell Жыл бұрын

I think this may be my all time fave film of yours and also my fave film of the Mont Blanc Massive. We met at UTMB at the Knack stand. We were the folks from Brighton UK. Anyway. Great work. Loved it

@daveg8212 Жыл бұрын

My favorite part of these running excursions is when you stop for food and beer!

@JeffPelletier Жыл бұрын

Mine too 😉

@olivierkokkedee9103 Жыл бұрын

You keep blowing my mind all the time... you're videos are perfect! I love the alps so much so watching these videos is such a pleasure!!! Besides the enjoyment of your videos, you've inspired me to run in the mountains myself, and I want to sign in for the eiger E101 (101 km, with 6700 altitude meters) for next year. You're really inspiring so many people by making such beautiful videos! Thank you so much

@graemes708 Жыл бұрын

I smiled all the way through this. Absolutely breathtaking scenery. I’m just returning to running after an ankle sprain so this has boosted my morale no end. Thanks Jeff and Audree

@careyallenrunning Жыл бұрын

This is awesome. As an ultra runner who will probably never get to run UTMB, I would love to go do this adventure some day. That’s for the great video!

@martinteitelbaum2119 11 ай бұрын

Wow!! I loved this spectacular video! Amazing quality and sound edition, really this is the best video I have ever seen about trail running! One landscape more beautiful than the other. very inspiring. thank you so much for sharing. I cant wait to run one day this same route! keep going posting and sharing wonderful videos and encouraging everyone! Cheers from Brazil!

@infl8urshoes Жыл бұрын

I enjoy most of your videos, but this one is particularly spectacular! The video, and the story are more refined, and that makes sense since you aren't trying to run an actual race at the same time. Really very well done! 👍👍 Audree is always a welcome addition to your vids.

@phyllisfiliz1 Жыл бұрын

Just joined your channel :). Your videos manage to be totally inspiring while also having a kind of understated, upbeat quality that makes them fun to watch. They'll definitely stay on my watchlist as I approach my own first trail 50k in early spring. Happy running to you & Audree!

@JeffPelletier Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the support!

@markhitchcock7380 Жыл бұрын

Yes! Been excited for this film since you mentioned it earlier this year.

@thomasbowling3146 Жыл бұрын

This was a fantastic tour of the UTMB route. I appreciated the idea of doing it over 4 days to take in all of the scenery and spread out your enjoyment of the mountain time. Very informative and a beautiful film!

@potblack7951 Жыл бұрын

Just a lovely video…what else to say??…an exercise enthusiasts delight..thank you!

@whatsup3280 Жыл бұрын

Audree meeting Hillary was how I felt when I saw Audree run past me back in spring! Hopefully next time I’ll have the courage to say hi 😅

@laureeeent Жыл бұрын

Toujours un plaisir de regarder vos vidéos Jeff et Audrey! All the best for the competition!

@andy-townsend 9 ай бұрын

Simply stunning, one of the best videos on KZfaq. Fantastic all the way through and so inspiring. I'd love to tackle this one day but I know it'd take me a month as I'd be sat admiring those views all the time! 😂

@Seby-biketrial Жыл бұрын

wow ! amazing views! thank you for filming, edit and sharing ! great idea to go earlier and enjoy the mountains, the views in a relaxed way :) love your positive energy (both). If Audrée did not say she was in pain (at UTMB race) i would not think she had a problem since she is always smiling joyfuly. Have a happy new year and enjoy more adventures :)

@munrowen Жыл бұрын

I’ve just watched this whilst doing an 11km training run on the treadmill. It was wonderful. I felt I was running with you both! The time flew by. Looking forward to running along to lots more on this channel. Perfect treadmill companions 😀

@kimalexander4187 Жыл бұрын

Really great entertainment, and encouragement. How I would love to do that, but the best I can do is my on city routes here in the Philippines and watching super presentations like this. Thank you both.

@mpelletier62 Жыл бұрын

Another great documentary! So happy to be able to see this course. Hope I can hike it soon…. Maybe next august

@livewire1957239 11 ай бұрын

So great watching this again after I've now done my TMB fastpacking trip (3 weeks ago)! This video was the inspiration for me to do it, and it's so nice to watch it again now and recognize some of the sections and the views! And I honestly can't wait to go back, it was just such an amazing experience. What's definitely different when doing this early June like I did is that a) most of the high (>2200m) sections are still covered in snow (which presents some unique challenges) and b) most of the refuges and restaurants are still closed so you'll need to plan ahead a bit more food-wise; but the plus side is that it's not so busy, and most refuges still have space even if you book just a few months (or weeks) in advance. Jeff and Audrée, thanks again for making this, it's really been such an inspiration!

@JeffPelletier 11 ай бұрын

So glad you got to experience it for yourself!

@emilielemay1647 Жыл бұрын

My running motivation is going up like crazy since I found your channel a few weeks ago! I have been binge watching your videos 😂 I live in Quebec and I can’t wait for warmer temperatures so I can get back out there running! Love the channel and the content !

@meganr5151 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for posting this - I'm just back from hiking the TMB (in 10 days, 4 days is WAAAAY beyond my abilities). Incredible experience :) It was also very cool to see the section from Champex to Chamonix as we had terrible weather for this bit and were just in mist/rain/snow for the whole thing!

@st14 Жыл бұрын

Bucket list is an understatement...

@EnvyDesignGroup Жыл бұрын

Phenomenal level of storytelling. You two are the essence of go-getters! I watched your video of you doing this race earlier this week and of all the Ultra content I've seen this makes me yearn for and pursue that ability myself!

@bennyytube Жыл бұрын

Watched it x3 now, absolutely love it! Me and my gf have planned to do it in-between our trail competitions this August - Can't wait! Thanks for the great video!

@JeffPelletier Жыл бұрын

Have a great time!

@dbk81 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking us with you Jeff & Audree, watching your cinematic talents explode over the years Jeff has been such an amazing thing to watch. Every movie/video leaves me inspired to explore and create my own adventures. Thank you.

@heatherhepplewhite7885 Жыл бұрын

What a great experience! I really liked the views of the forested trails on Day 4. I’m not a mountain runner but I might put this on my bucket list! Oh, and my son asked, “Are they married yet?” He thinks you and Audree are a great couple. 🥰

@CB-fz3li Жыл бұрын

I remember that climb out of Trient, that was a tough one for me, a mere mortal who took the traditional 10 days to complete the route.

@conniehsiehto Жыл бұрын

I would love to run like this one day…. Dream for the future.

@BRUTALBYRON Жыл бұрын

Absolutely stunning film. Keep up the good work.

@gregbradelle9117 Жыл бұрын

I hiked the course the week before you did it, Your film brought back so many amazing memories, It actually was very emotional. Thank you for yet again an amazing film and production!

@Gabri170780 9 ай бұрын

Amazing Jeff. Yet another high content quality video!

@malcolmisbell9405 5 ай бұрын

My go to video for background at the house now. I love being down in and around Cham and Jeff brings it right to your living room better than anyone else with this vid.

@diegogafster Жыл бұрын

Jeff and Audree KILLING IT as usual. I love this channel ❤❤❤❤

@marcusgooddy5 Жыл бұрын

Thank you...thus video gave me massive inspiration in a time of needing some...its defo got me motivated for the spring/summer seasons of adventure ❤

@brandielewis6599 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely loved this film from start to finish, thank you for capturing this beautiful route, it makes me want to go and do it all over again!! I'd love to see your and Audree's gear list for fastpacking. Can't wait for your UTMB film!

@JohnO66 Жыл бұрын

Some beautiful views throughout this hike/running-video It´s very enjoyable to follow along and also to watch the race video from UTMB. Extremely well done both of you. 👏👏👏👍😊

@RJNumbat Жыл бұрын

Wow Jeff, ths is absolutely fabulous. There is so much variety and it is so inspiring to get out there, out anywhere ! Great use of music too, and no use of music when the ambient sounds were just so. Thanks for taking us along on your scenic mountian journey :) Best wishes and hope all goes well in the upcoming race ! Cheers, RJ

@brookeworm18 Жыл бұрын

Thank you not only for the running motivation and gratefulness for a body that’s able to do things like this, but for petting all the dogs. You’re a true saint! 😂

@Marcin79W 9 ай бұрын

20:00 - thanks for a good advice there. I'll be having some spare straps since now - you never know :)

@danread1997 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely loved it! I love Chamonix and the surrounding Alps and this was an excellent showcase of the trails and area, thanks for all the effort that went into this. Your videos really give me motivation to just get out there, enjoy the outdoors and benefit the body and mind!! Off to the trails tomorrow!👊

@JeffPelletier Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the support!

@Harta23 Жыл бұрын

Hello friend good afternoon thanks for great sharing Nice tour with the beautiful place du mont blanc mountain . enjoyed watching here' . greatting from Macau

@tinaormuz7258 Жыл бұрын

Phenomenal! Watched the video in a treadmill session. So many sections of the TMB I haven't explored yet and what better way then fast pack it as you and Audrey did. Also amazing to have all your suggestions about the various refugees for stop overs =0)

@maxbowen6482 Жыл бұрын

we definitly do have cows with horns that big in the uk

@lcadieux1 Жыл бұрын

Love these long form, adventure videos. Keep them coming please! I vicariously watch while working out in my gym. Keeps me motivated to work harder. Thank you.

@michaelmetternich Жыл бұрын

Dear Audree, dear Jeff thank you for this great video experience. The great pictures from your tour bring so much inspiration and motivation. Jeff a very special thank you for your great tips and professional advice on your channel.

@samcarlson6001 Жыл бұрын

Wow Jeff. Those views! And your scoring is totally on point. Best one yet I think!!

@KCH1pl Жыл бұрын

nice one. Thanks for taking me with you.

@richardksimpson800 2 ай бұрын

Another exceptional video Jeff. High production value and fantastic narration. Great work!!

@waylonk2453 Жыл бұрын

The French alps is what I envision heaven looking like

@davidg3823 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video and journey We enjoyed with my wife following your 4 days around MB ! So inspiring …❤

@lauriemco Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing this! I can't wait to run it.

@hegartyj1 Жыл бұрын

This is just the most wonderful video. Such beautiful sights. And you guys look so relaxed and un-exhausted!

@Afrahr Жыл бұрын

amazing cinematography. thanks for taking us along!!!

@reynardthefox9072 Жыл бұрын

what a lovely film...wishing you both health and happiness...🦊🦊🦊🦊🦊

@udaymandhata Жыл бұрын

Great filming and great story telling. You and your partner seem to be getting stronger with each adventure and race! Such an inspiration!!

@kathleenbolanos 9 ай бұрын

This was really incredible! Wow! Do you have any videos on what you pack for such multi day adventures?

@scottstw456 8 ай бұрын

Watching your videos out of order, that dog barking gave me ptsd. Amazing video as always!

@JoExplore Жыл бұрын

Well done, a really good representation of the trail, the views and the mountains. 👍🏻

@janaboot6760 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Jeff and Audree! You guys are amazing. An amazing video to watch and enjoy. Footage and video quality superb. I'm inspired to do the TMB trail with my family!

@KarinMoe80 Жыл бұрын

This video is amazing; such incredible views. It's so much fun to watch you two running almost "effortless" through this epic landscape. I really enjoyed this long video (it must be a lot of work ...). Thanks for that 🙂

@RRP3168 Жыл бұрын

That was just great! You guys are awesome! Thank you so much for taking the time on making these videos. They really make my day!

@rafaelhidalgo Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Looking forward to it!

@AFK-47x Жыл бұрын

Watching this, it felt like I was right there with you guys. Extremely well-edited, and the music selection was perfect. Thank you for sharing.

@kdyounger1 Жыл бұрын

Small world! That’s me and my husband in the right corner. After watching your video, I realized I have you and Audree in the back of some of our pictures and had to come back and check for us. That was a hot day! 1:13:35

@JeffPelletier Жыл бұрын

Hah, too funny! That was a very hot day for sure, and basically no water on that stretch of the route.

@scottmcintyre571 Жыл бұрын

Great video Jeff! We’ll definitely be having major FOMO next year.

@FirstLast-lt1lv Жыл бұрын

Wonderful story and really needs to be this long to provide even a small idea of this grand trail. That last few kilometers on gravel road down into Chamonix was such a nice gift for a road runner. I could finally stretch my stride out.

@JeffPelletier Жыл бұрын

Hah, I felt the same way! Any runnable section during UTMB was a welcome relief.

@lizusedon9237 Жыл бұрын

Loved this! As always a pleasure to watch both of your journeys in what looks like an incredibly beautiful part of the world. 🙌🙌

@andrewpiva8920 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant work as always Jeff. My bucketlist is fast turning into your playlist of films

@chad.haggerty Жыл бұрын

Most accurate comment so far!! Lol

@vipassana72 Жыл бұрын

Can't believe I have been denying myself this throughout my lifetime. I used to love running and hiking throughout my teens but forgot all about it whilst living in cities. I have proudly reached the age of fifty (very proud to have accomplished this) and have thankfully began to rekindle physical exercise through cycling and running. Doing this now for the past six years. Thank you for documenting your journey for us it has inspired me to appreciate and look forward to planning something of the same. I wish you good health and good adventure, unexpected or not.

@athiftsabit1208 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your journey mate!

@adventures_of_a_dale Жыл бұрын

Brilliant as always Jeff!!!

@vainnq Жыл бұрын

JEFF AND PARTNER THANK FOR HAVING SHARED THIS FANTASTIC PARADISE VIDEO WITH US. UNFORTUNATELY I WILL NEVER BE ABLE TO DO IT MYSELF BUT LOOKING AT YOUR VIDEO IT WAS AS IF I WAS THERE TOO. GOD BLESS YOU BOTH ALL THE BEST FROM AN ITALIAN VIEWER👍👋

@johnofardeal Жыл бұрын

I enjoyed this so much! The TMB is now officially part of my bucket list. The snail shot was probably my favourite gimmick 😄 great job as always 👏🏻

@EverythingWasGreat Жыл бұрын

Can't wait to watch this.

@crerar99 Жыл бұрын

another brilliant video: thank you. Really captures the glory of the mountain and the trail.

@paulkim1384 Жыл бұрын

I've absolutely loved it and thank you so much for your tremendous filming. Animal 🐮🐴 🐐 encounters are magical and wonderful!!👍 👍 👍 Many hugs 🤗 from Italy, pk