Welcome to the Alps! Your trip begins with a relaxed afternoon pick-up from the airport or city centre, followed by a scenic drive into the French Alps. After checking into your mountain chalet, settle in with welcome drinks and snacks as you meet your new crew. As the evening cools, we head out for a gentle shakeout run from the chalet to stretch the legs, and we wrap up the first night with a family dinner and introductions.
Daily Distance: 5-8km
We kick off the morning strong with a RUNHAUS interval session on the famous Chamonix track. After lunch, we ride the Aiguille du Midi cable car nearly 3,800m up to one of Europe’s most dramatic viewpoints, with the Mont Blanc massif towering around you. Back at the chalet, the afternoon is yours to unwind – sauna, jacuzzi, connect, it’s your choice.
Daily Distance: 8-12km
Start the day with a peaceful, easy run across the Plateau des Glières – open meadows, rolling paths, and wide alpine horizons. The rest of the day is for relaxing or exploring the surrounding area at your own pace. Opt to bike around the surrounding trails, paraglide over Lake Annecy, explore the nearby towns, or simply just relax and connect.
Daily Distance: 6-10km
Today we take on one of the region’s classic hikes. The panoramic Mont Veyrier ridge offers sweeping views over the turquoise waters of Lake Annecy and gives a great sense of accomplishment. After the hike and some well-deserved downtime, we head out for an easy late-afternoon run along the quiet forest trails surrounding the chalet.
Daily Distance: 5-8km
We travel into Annecy for a stunning guided long run along the Lake Annecy Greenway, tracing the shoreline with mountains rising all around, with the run finishing at the base of the Angon Waterfall. After lunch, it’s time to embrace your inner kid at a treetop adventure course, complete with rope bridges, zip lines, and tree-top courses. We return to the chalet for a relaxed family dinner and a calm evening.
Daily Distance: 15-20km
A short sunrise jog from the chalet warms us up before we return to Chamonix. From Les Praz, we take the Flégère cable car to the mid-station and begin the iconic hike to Lac Blanc. This is one of the Alps’ most stunning viewpoints – mirrored peaks, icy water, and incredible scenes of the Mont Blanc massif. The descent via Lac de Cheserys adds even more beautiful moments shared together. An unforgettable day in the high mountains.
Daily Distance: 5-6km
Today begins with a flowing tempo run from the chalet – the final push of the week, shared with your new running crew. After lunch we head for a private boat rental on Lake Annecy, giving you time to swim, relax, explore, and enjoy one of France’s most beautiful lakes from the best possible vantage point. Back at the chalet, our final dinner awaits – with photos, awards, stories, and a sunset celebration to close the week.
Daily Distance: 8-12km
One last easy alpine run to bring the trip full circle, followed by a relaxed breakfast back at the chalet. After packing up, we return to Geneva, wrapping up an unforgettable week in the Alps with new friends, new memories, and many kilometres clocked.
Daily Distance: 5-8km
Welcome to the Alps! Your trip begins with a relaxed afternoon pick-up from the airport or city centre, followed by a scenic drive into the French Alps. After checking into your mountain chalet, settle in with welcome drinks and snacks as you meet your new crew. As the evening cools, we head out for a gentle shakeout run from the chalet to stretch the legs, and we wrap up the first night with a family dinner and introductions.
Daily Distance: 5-8km
We kick off the morning strong with a RUNHAUS interval session on the famous Chamonix track. After lunch, we ride the Aiguille du Midi cable car nearly 3,800m up to one of Europe’s most dramatic viewpoints, with the Mont Blanc massif towering around you. Back at the chalet, the afternoon is yours to unwind – sauna, jacuzzi, connect, it’s your choice.
Daily Distance: 8-12km
Start the day with a peaceful, easy run across the Plateau des Glières – open meadows, rolling paths, and wide alpine horizons. The rest of the day is for relaxing or exploring the surrounding area at your own pace. Opt to bike around the surrounding trails, paraglide over Lake Annecy, explore the nearby towns, or simply just relax and connect.
Daily Distance: 6-10km
Today we take on one of the region’s classic hikes. The panoramic Mont Veyrier ridge offers sweeping views over the turquoise waters of Lake Annecy and gives a great sense of accomplishment. After the hike and some well-deserved downtime, we head out for an easy late-afternoon run along the quiet forest trails surrounding the chalet.
Daily Distance: 5-8km
We travel into Annecy for a stunning guided long run along the Lake Annecy Greenway, tracing the shoreline with mountains rising all around, with the run finishing at the base of the Angon Waterfall. After lunch, it’s time to embrace your inner kid at a treetop adventure course, complete with rope bridges, zip lines, and tree-top courses. We return to the chalet for a relaxed family dinner and a calm evening.
Daily Distance: 15-20km
A short sunrise jog from the chalet warms us up before we return to Chamonix. From Les Praz, we take the Flégère cable car to the mid-station and begin the iconic hike to Lac Blanc. This is one of the Alps’ most stunning viewpoints – mirrored peaks, icy water, and incredible scenes of the Mont Blanc massif. The descent via Lac de Cheserys adds even more beautiful moments shared together. An unforgettable day in the high mountains.
Daily Distance: 5-6km
Today begins with a flowing tempo run from the chalet – the final push of the week, shared with your new running crew. After lunch we head for a private boat rental on Lake Annecy, giving you time to swim, relax, explore, and enjoy one of France’s most beautiful lakes from the best possible vantage point. Back at the chalet, our final dinner awaits – with photos, awards, stories, and a sunset celebration to close the week.
Daily Distance: 8-12km
One last easy alpine run to bring the trip full circle, followed by a relaxed breakfast back at the chalet. After packing up, we return to Geneva, wrapping up an unforgettable week in the Alps with new friends, new memories, and many kilometres clocked.
Daily Distance: 5-8km
RUNHAUS trips are designed for people in their 20s and 30s who want to combine travel, running, and meeting new people in a relaxed but active environment.
This trip hosts around 12 guests – small enough to feel personal, big enough for a community.
Yes! Before departure, we’ll open a group chat so you can meet everyone, ask questions, and get excited for the week.
Yep! We always offer multiple dates around the same period at the same villa.
No – flights are not included. This gives you full flexibility to choose the airports, times, and prices that work best for you.
The trip has a clear structure, but plenty of downtime. You’ll run, explore, and eat together – but also have hours each day to unwind, swim, nap, or enjoy the villa.
Prices vary based on room type e.g. a shared twin room costs less than a private room at solo occupancy. Once the trip is live, all prices will be available.
Not at all! Everything included in the price is clearly listed. Optional add-on activities and meals not included will always be communicated upfront.
Expect a mix of scenic road routes, coastal paths, forest trails, and viewpoint climbs – each handpicked to show off the best of the destination. All days include one guided run, ranging from 5-20 km, with optional extra runs for those who want more. Some days are easy shakeouts, others include tempo sections or gradual trail climbs, and there’s always the RUNHAUS interval track session to push each other further.
Our trips are welcoming and supportive, but they are running holidays – not beginners’ retreats – and are designed for the regular runner who trains consistently. You should be familiar with longer distances, comfortable running in warm temperatures, and tackling light elevation. If you can run 15km at an easy pace, and usually train a few times per week, then you’re ready. Faster runners will have space and encouragement to push; steadier runners won’t get left behind.
Each trip has its own selection of routes; forest trails, coastal paths, mountain viewpoints, road routes, and local town loops. Expect a mix of terrain and scenery throughout the week.
Absolutely. Most, if not all, runs will have two guides – allowing for different paces and ensuring everyone is supported.
No – all runs are completely optional. Our routes are designed to suit a wide range of abilities, so you’re always free to take it easier, walk instead, or sit out a session entirely. It’s your trip, and you can choose what feels right for you each day.
The daily distance refers to the planned run length for that day, and doesn’t include any additional hiking distances. Many runs do not have a fixed distance because they’re designed to be flexible – allowing each person to choose the pace and distance that suits them, while still starting and finishing together as a group.
Once your place is secured, we’ll send you a detailed guide with recommended flight times that align with our pick-up and drop-off window.
We’ll share exact meeting points for both the airport and city pickup locations closer to the trip date but in plenty of advance. There will be a pick-up at Geneva airport in the afternoon, and then a quick pick-up in Geneva city centre afterwards.
We’ll send you a full packing list, covering running kit, villa essentials, and optional items depending on the activities available once booked in
Rooms are assigned on arrival based on your booking type and a pre-trip questionnaire you will be asked to fill out once your spot is secured.
You’ll share with another guest of the same sex who has a similar profile based on your questionnaire. We do our best to pair people thoughtfully.
If there are any issues, speak to us. We’ll always try to find a solution that makes both guests comfortable.
Most rooms share bathrooms unless the room is specifically listed as having an ensuite.
Most meals are included and served family-style: big villa breakfasts, build-your-own spreads, fresh ingredients, pastas, grains, salads, fruits, meats, cheeses, and plenty of snacks. Our aim is simple – good food, lots of it, shared together.
You’ll have the chance to explore local restaurants for those meals. We’ll provide recommendations and coordinate group options.
Yes. You will be able to let us know on your booking and we’ll reach out before the trip to confirm details. We always ensure there’s plenty for you to eat.
We don’t supply drinks as part of the trip, though water is always available at the villa. You’re absolutely welcome to buy your own drinks and bring them along; just note that fridge space may be limited! Alcohol isn’t provided, but it’s not discouraged. If you’d like to pick some up, the trip leads will help coordinate a stop or group purchase once everyone arrives. Enjoy responsibly, relax, and make the trip feel like the one you want.
You can secure your spot with a deposit. The remaining balance is due three months before the trip.
Prices depend on your room type. Double rooms (solo or shared with a friend/partner), shared twins, and different villa layouts all have different rates. Full pricing is shown when each trip is live.
Yes absolutely – your money is not touched until your trip is completed. Please see our full terms and conditions for details.
