Races similar to Marathon du Mont-Blanc

Marathon du Mont-BlancUltra TrailElite88kmD+ 5,500mAuvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Marathon du Mont-Blanc is a elite ultra trail race with up to 88km and 5,500m of elevation gain. We've analyzed 10 races using 7 similarity metrics — terrain type, difficulty, distance, elevation, location, season and tags — to find the best alternatives. The closest match is Cervino Matterhorn Ultra Race with a 78% similarity score.

Our recommendation

If you're looking for the most similar experience to Marathon du Mont-Blanc, we recommend Cervino Matterhorn Ultra Race as the top match. If you prefer to stay in the same area, Montagn'Hard is your best option.

Similarity ranking

The 10 most similar races to Marathon du Mont-Blanc, ranked by overall affinity.

Cervino Matterhorn Ultra Race

Breuil-Cervinia · Aosta Valley

78%

Ultra TrailElite70kmD+ 5,000m

Why are they similar?

TerrainBoth are ultra trail races

DifficultySame difficulty level: Elite

Distance88km vs 70km (comparable)

Location59km apart, same region area

SeasonBoth in June

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Montagn'Hard

Saint-Gervais-les-Bains · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

77%

Ultra TrailElite110kmD+ 7,200m

Why are they similar?

TerrainBoth are ultra trail races

DifficultySame difficulty level: Elite

Distance88km vs 110km (different range)

LocationOnly 17km apart

SeasonJune vs July

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Gran Trail Courmayeur

Courmayeur · Aosta Valley

76%

Ultra TrailElite100kmD+ 7,400m

Why are they similar?

TerrainBoth are ultra trail races

DifficultySame difficulty level: Elite

Distance88km vs 100km (comparable)

LocationOnly 16km apart

SeasonJune vs July

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Ultra Tour du Beaufortain

Queige · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

74%

Ultra TrailElite110kmD+ 8,000m

Why are they similar?

TerrainBoth are ultra trail races

DifficultySame difficulty level: Elite

Distance88km vs 110km (different range)

LocationOnly 31km apart

SeasonJune vs July

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OTSO Travessa d'Encamp

Encamp · Andorra

73%

MountainElite84kmD+ 5,760m

Why are they similar?

TerrainUltra Trail vs Mountain

DifficultySame difficulty level: Elite

Distance88km vs 84km (very similar)

Location565km apart

SeasonJune vs May

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Ultra 100K Sierra de Gata

Sierra de Gata · Extremadura

72%

Ultra TrailElite100kmD+ 5,436m

Why are they similar?

TerrainBoth are ultra trail races

DifficultySame difficulty level: Elite

Distance88km vs 100km (comparable)

Location1264km apart

SeasonJune vs April

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Trail 100 Andorra by UTMB

Ordino · Andorra

72%

Ultra TrailElite105kmD+ 6,800m

Why are they similar?

TerrainBoth are ultra trail races

DifficultySame difficulty level: Elite

Distance88km vs 105km (comparable)

Location563km apart

SeasonBoth in June

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Penyagolosa Trails

Castellón de la Plana · Valencian Community

70%

Ultra TrailElite106kmD+ 5,600m

Why are they similar?

TerrainBoth are ultra trail races

DifficultySame difficulty level: Elite

Distance88km vs 106km (comparable)

Location867km apart

SeasonJune vs April

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Ultra-Trail du Vercors

Villard-de-Lans · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

70%

Ultra TrailAdvanced84kmD+ 4,250m

Why are they similar?

TerrainBoth are ultra trail races

DifficultyElite vs Advanced

Distance88km vs 84km (very similar)

Location140km apart, same region area

SeasonJune vs September

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Monte Rosa Walserwaeg by UTMB

Gressoney-La-Trinité · Aosta Valley

70%

Ultra TrailElite120kmD+ 8,200m

Why are they similar?

TerrainBoth are ultra trail races

DifficultySame difficulty level: Elite

Distance88km vs 120km (different range)

Location75km apart, same region area

SeasonJune vs July

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Frequently asked questions

How is race similarity calculated?

We use an algorithm with 7 weighted metrics: terrain affinity (25%), difficulty (20%), max distance (15%), shared tags (15%), elevation gain (10%), geographical proximity (10%) and season (5%). Each metric produces a 0-1 score that is weighted to obtain the final percentage.

What is this page for?

If you already know a race and enjoyed it, here you'll find others with similar characteristics. It's ideal for planning your race calendar or finding alternatives if your favourite race is sold out.

Is the Pack 360 the same for similar races?

Races with high similarity often share equipment needs, but each has its own specific requirements for mandatory gear, accommodation and logistics. Check each race's Pack 360 to be fully prepared.

Distances among these 10 alternatives range from 70km to 120km. 3 take place in the same region as Marathon du Mont-Blanc. 9 share its terrain type. 9 match its difficulty level. 7 fall in a similar season.