Altitude Magazine N° 14.

118 local life tices. With this in mind, the event makes it a point of honour to provide prizes and gifts as souvenirs of the race, giving preference to local products and avoiding the use of textiles from abroad. The finish sites are equipped with reusable crockery, so no plastic is used. A special effort is also being made to mark the routes, using reusable materials. The 115 km route is marked out in a responsible manner, and at the end of the race, broom runners are on hand to collect the markers and any waste. Participants in the race are generally distinguished by their respect for the environment and leave little waste behind. The organisers also provide bus transport to take participants to the start of the 70km route in Kandersteg and to the start of the 50km route in Adelboden. They are encouraged to stay in Crans-Montana when they arrive and to stay at the starting point of their race, in order to limit the use of individual cars. The organization implements concrete measures to reduce the environmental impact of the event and encourages participants to adopt responsible behaviours. Each person therefore helpes preserve the natural beauty of the landscapes crossed during this exceptional adventure. A race, but not only For all those who wish to enjoy this event without breaking into a sweat, several events will be organized in the resort. The opening ceremony will take place on Thursday evening, with the participation of local cultural groups and the presentation of the best runners as well as the various races. On Friday evening, the children’s race will take place simultaneously with the arrival of the first 110 km runners, who leave on Friday morning at 5 am. This family event helps to create a dynamic and festive atmosphere. As the children set out on the course, they cheer on the experienced athletes. OnSaturdayevening,aliveconcert isorganizedfrom 5 pm, showcasing a well-known artist in the Valais Central region: Mike the troubadour. Participants and spectators can enjoy a lively evening after the day’s efforts. The Ycoor space will also host a restaurant area. In parallel, an exhibition village will be set up to allow exhibitors to present their products and services related to trail running and the world of outdoor. The lively and warm atmosphere of this space creates a conducive atmosphere for socialising between trail enthusiasts. For runners of the 110 km course, rest areas, massage areas and after-race meals are provided to allow them to recover and relax after the intense effort.

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