Montreux Trail Festival
Trail Running covering 15 km to 400 km with up to 25,000 m D+ in Montreux (Canton of Vaud, Switzerland)
Montreux Trail Festival is an endurance sporting event in Montreux, Canton of Vaud, CH focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, Lakes & Ponds, Multi-Day.
The race program comprises 7 competitions, including The Crossing Switzerland (400 km, +25,000 m D+), The Crossing Switzerland Ekiden (400 km, +25,000 m D+), The Mxtreme (102 km, +7,000 m D+), The Mxalps (66 km, +4,200 m D+), The Mxfamily (1 km & 30 km) (30 km, +1,900 m D+), and The Mxsky (30 km, +1,950 m D+) (7 competitions in total). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (montreux-trail.ch).
Event characteristics
Races & distances (7)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Crossing Switzerland | Trail Running | 400 km | +25,000 m | 375 m - 2,563 m | Point-to-point course | Route & profile |
| The Crossing Switzerland Ekiden | Trail Running | 400 km | +25,000 m | 374 m - 2,537 m | Point-to-point course | Route & profile |
| The Mxtreme | Trail Running | 102 km | +7,000 m | 375 m - 2,434 m | Point-to-point course | Route & profile |
| The Mxalps | Trail Running | 66 km | +4,200 m | 378 m - 1,970 m | Point-to-point course | Route & profile |
| The Mxfamily (1 km & 30 km) | Trail Running | 30 km | +1,900 m | 376 m - 1,788 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| The Mxsky | Trail Running | 30 km | +1,950 m | 374 m - 1,818 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Freddie's Night | Trail Running | 15 km | +800 m | 373 m - 1,087 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 375 m to 2,563 m above sea level (+25,000 m D+, -25,140 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 374 m to 2,537 m above sea level (+25,000 m D+, -25,083 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 375 m to 2,434 m above sea level (+7,000 m D+, -7,062 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 378 m to 1,970 m above sea level (+4,200 m D+, -4,258 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 376 m to 1,788 m above sea level (+1,900 m D+, -1,900 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 374 m to 1,818 m above sea level (+1,950 m D+, -1,950 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 373 m to 1,087 m above sea level (+800 m D+, -800 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does Montreux Trail Festival take place?
Montreux Trail Festival takes place in Montreux, Canton of Vaud, CH (start area at coordinates 46.4312° N, 6.9107° E). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.
What races and distances are offered at Montreux Trail Festival?
The race program comprises 7 competitions, including The Crossing Switzerland (400 km, +25,000 m D+), The Crossing Switzerland Ekiden (400 km, +25,000 m D+), The Mxtreme (102 km, +7,000 m D+), The Mxalps (66 km, +4,200 m D+), The Mxfamily (1 km & 30 km) (30 km, +1,900 m D+), and The Mxsky (30 km, +1,950 m D+) (7 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Trail Running.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for Montreux Trail Festival?
The main competition (The Crossing Switzerland over 400 km) is designed as a point-to-point course featuring +25,000 m of elevation gain and -25,140 m of elevation loss, ranging between 375 m and 2,563 m above sea level. An interactive course map with a verified 3D GPS track, kilometer markers, and GPX download is available in the course section on this page.
Where can I find registration and official race rules for Montreux Trail Festival?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (montreux-trail.ch).