The Chamonix Marathon, June 28, 2009

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Channel: Travel: The Good, The Bad & The Funny · 2009 · Travel & Events

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As former marathoners, it was important to walk over and witness the start since the 2009 Chamonix Marathon coincided with our stay here.  There were runners with families approaching from all directions getting ready for this 42.1km/26.2 mile race of endurance.

Just to remind everyone how tough the course is.  It begins at 1,036m/3,398', goes up to 2,201m/7,221', down to 1,363m/4,471' with one last uphill at 2,016m/6,614'.  With excitement and nervousness palpable in the beautiful mountain air, they were off and running...

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