SwissPeaks ODYSSEY

The ultimate Alpine adventure

The SwissPeaks Odyssey is far more than a spectacular traverse of the Alps; it's an inner quest between ancient glaciers and Lake Geneva. On this timeless journey, performance fades before the essential: a deep connection to nature and constant self-improvement. It's a shared experience with fellow runners, a journey lasting several days.
Here, each stride traces a lifeline between sky and earth, transforming effort into a true rebirth. Dare this wild migration where the silence of the peaks forges courage and etches your wake into the rock. This race is one of a kind in the world.

🔴 Full course

«Odyssey» Information»

Dates

Tuesday 25 August 2026

Bouveret, Valais, Switzerland

Departure at: 8:00 PM

Collection of race bibs on the day in Le Bouveret

Route

643 km

43,800m D+ | 43,800m D-

100 athletes

Duration: 9-12 days

Level: Ultra-expert

6 ITRA points – Very alpine, technical, demanding course requiring excellent mountain skills.

Selection of runners based on their CV (Finisher of SwissPeaks 360 and/or having already completed a race of around 300 km)

Weather

First time:

 

Last time:

Equipment

Mandatory equipment according to Race regulations.

You can leave your tracking bag at the start line. You will find it at each aid station. Only the bag provided by the organisation will be taken care of!

Refreshments

Part 1: Bouveret – Brig by stage
5 base camps (Ovronnaz, Anzère, Guttet and Brig) providing a hot evening meal, breakfast + packed lunch
+ 2 refuels in the day managed by a mobile team
Part 2: Brig – Bouveret («Legend» format)
32 refuelling points along the route, including 6 support stations (with drop bags), and one at the finish.

Transport

No need for transport, as you'll manage to complete the entire loop. 🙂

Good to know

Briefing on the starting grid 30 minutes before the start of the race.

For reasons of fairness, environmental protection, and organisation, private assistance for runners is limited (information at the roadmapYour personal belongings can be brought to departure and be taken care of by the organisation to be repatriated directly to Bouveret.

Book your accommodation directly at the Grande Dixence dam hotel to be on site the day before and thus acclimate to the altitude.

Access and locations

In the access and points of interest menu, you will find a map to help you locate access points, car parks, and important locations for you before and after the race.

Registration fee

Prices from 09 November 2025
1600 CHF (1600€) to include:
– Geolocation

– Live timing and tracking via our platform

The Welcome T-shirt, gift, and Finisher's medal

– Accommodation at each stage during the first round

– the 32 (+5 for 1st part) refuelling stops

– hot meals in the living bases (+ 1st part)

– luggage transport

– shower on arrival and rest area for runners arriving at night

– 10 CHF for the arrival meal at a partner restaurant or stall in Le Bouveret.,

Roadbooks 2026

You’ll find all the important information you need to prepare for the race in the roadbooks. There is a roadbook for the runners and one for the carers.

Map and profile

242 km | 16,133 m D+ | 15,882 m D-

Map of the 2026 race

Access and parking

In the practical information menu Access and Points of Interest, you will find a map to help you locate the entrances, car parks, and important locations for you before and after the race.