JUNE  8-12   
trail & yoga Retreat - chamonix
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5 days in Chamonix combining trail running, yoga, and stunning alpine scenery! With a maximum of 10 participants, split into small groups, you’ll explore incredible trails, enjoy gourmet breaks in mountain huts, and cool off in alpine pools.

Each day blends trail running at your own pace, yoga sessions, and convivial dinners prepared by our chef Julien. During the week, you’ll spend one night in a mountain hut at Loriaz, with a panoramic trail experience.

Between free time, yoga, and running, you’ll find a true balance between effort and relaxation. The week wraps up with a final trail, a sunrise yoga session, and a brunch — leaving you refreshed and full of unforgettable memories.
What to Expect

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A progressive immersion into trail running in its purest mountain form
A few days to build endurance, refine uphill and downhill techniques, and understand how to move efficiently through alpine terrain — all while creating a strong group dynamic, leading up to a defining experience: a long mountain outing that blends effort, flow, and connection to the environment.

*accomodation - chalet vyñales


Nestled in a lush alpine haven with breathtaking views of Mont Blanc, Chalet Viñales offers a rare blend of family legacy and contemporary sophistication.

Originally built by the owner’s grandparents in the 1960s after several unforgettable years in Cuba, this former family home has been meticulously restored to welcome discerning guests. Today, Chalet Viñales is a refined retreat where vintage elegance meets modern comfort, surrounded by nature’s quiet grandeur..

❋ catering by les Grandes Tablées

most of our are meals prepared by our local partners les grandes tablées, with simple, nourishing vegetarian food adapted to mountain days.
Shared meals as an essential part of the experience — fueling the body and strengthening the group

❋ step-by-step progress intro trail running

A progressive approach designed to build confidence and autonomy throughout the week.
From movement in varied terrain to essential mountain skills and decision-making — guided by experienced professionals, at a steady, supportive pace, allowing each participant to learn, adapt, and grow in the mountains.

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❋ night in a high mountain refuge

An overnight stay in a high-altitude refuge, marking a key transition from learning to experience.
A chance to live the rhythm of the mountains, share time with guides, and prepare for a first summit day.

It’s designed as an accessible yet immersive introduction to trail running in an alpine environment, combining movement, recovery, and connection to the mountains

No technical experience is required, but participants should feel comfortable spending several hours in the mountains and have a good base level of fitness

Physical Demands

  • 2–5 hour trail sessions per day (depending on the group and terrain)

  • Up to 800–1200m of elevation gain per day

  • Running and hiking on alpine trails (technical sections possible)

  • Moderate pace with regular breaks and adaptations to each level

Day One

Arrive & Meet

Arrival & Check-In
from 10:00 am
Welcome at the chalet, room allocation, and time to settle in.
Equipment distribution or personal gear check

Light Lunch
Simple lunch by Pinpin

Light run
Simple warmup run to highest peak for outdoor yoga session and welcome drinks

Evening at the Chalet
Relaxed dinner prepared by les grandes tablées

discovery trail

Day Two

Early Breakfast
Breakfast by Pinpin

run out
long trail run to discover the surrounding

Mountain lunch
lunch at local hut

cool-down yoga
Afternoon practice to cool your body down
followed by some free time for yourselves

Evening at the Chalet
Dinner by les grandes tablées 

Day Three and Four

day Three

breakfast at the Chalet
Breakfast by Pinpin. Optional morning yoga.

Departure to the Mountains
start trail run towards hut

Time at the Refuge
Late afternoon
exchange of the day and yoga session by the hut

Dinner & Night in the Refuge
Evening
Dinner and overnight stay at miage

day four

walk down
Early morning
trail back to Chamonix

cool down
swim in local glacier water lagoons

Back to the Valley
Return to the chalet. Free time and optional spa or ypga session

Evening in Town
Apéro in Chamonix followed by dinner

Day Five

Farewell Brunch
sunrise yoga

Brunch by les grandes tablées

back home

Book Your Stay

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  • Physical Demands

    • 2–5 hour trail sessions per day (depending on the group and terrain)

    • Up to 800–1200m of elevation gain per day

    • Running and hiking on alpine trails (technical sections possible)

    • Moderate pace with regular breaks and adaptations to each level

  • the retreat is led by professional mountain guides

  • 4 nights of accommodation

    • 3 nights @ Chalet Viñales

    • 1 night at Loriaz Refuge

    Food & drinks

    • 2 dinners by @lesgrandestablées

    • 1 brunch by @lesgrandestablées

    • 2 picnic lunches by @pinpin

    Activities

    • 4 “pleasure” trail runs

    • 1 cryotherapy session

    • 4 yoga sessions

    Extras

    • Goodie bag

  • -transport to and from chamonix
    -personnal insurance
    -trail/personnal equipement (full list to be sent prior the retreat)
    -one dinner in town

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