Verbier X-Alpine - Elevation Profile, Aid Stations and Cutoffs
The Trail Verbier St-Bernard by UTMB X-Alpine is a 140.3km alpine ultra with around 9,127m of elevation gain through the Valais, starting and finishing in Verbier. The overall cutoff is 41 hours 30 minutes, and the highest point is Cabane d'Orny at 2,818m. Winning times are typically around 19–20 hours.
Course profile
- Distance
- 140.3 km
- Elevation gain
- 9,127 m
- Elevation loss
- 9,127 m
- Highest point
- Cabane d'Orny (2,818 m)
- Cutoff
- 41h30
- Typical winning time
- ~19h42
X-Alpine links high cols and hut approaches around the Grand-Saint-Bernard sector with long valley descents into Sembrancher, La Fouly, and Bourg-St-Pierre. Bourg-St-Pierre is a key crew and drop-bag hub mid-race. Expect true alpine weather, snow patches early or late season, and sustained power-hiking grades. Intermediate cutoffs may publish closer to race week - use the overall 41h30 as the planning ceiling until then.
Data is approximate and courses change between editions - always verify against the official race guide.
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Plan against barriersElevation profile
Aid stations and checkpoints
| Checkpoint | Km | Cumulative gain (m) | Cumulative loss (m) | Crew | Drop bag |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Start - Verbier | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | - |
| Savoleyres | 13 | 1,211 | 365 | No | No |
| Sembrancher | 30 | 1,404 | 2,179 | No | No |
| Champex | 37.7 | 2,185 | 2,203 | Yes | No |
| Orny | 46.4 | 3,598 | 2,269 | No | No |
| La Fouly | 60.6 | 4,049 | 3,935 | Yes | No |
| Plan la Chaux | 67.9 | 4,619 | 4,060 | - | - |
| Col Fenêtre | 71.8 | 5,272 | 4,066 | No | No |
| Col du Grand-Saint-Bernard | 75 | 5,427 | 4,443 | No | No |
| Col des Chevaux | 77.2 | 5,688 | 4,464 | Yes | No |
| Bourg-St-Pierre | 89.2 | 5,845 | 5,711 | Yes | Yes |
| Cabane de Mille | 101.1 | 6,888 | 5,898 | No | No |
| Cabane Brunet | 108.9 | 7,130 | 6,516 | Yes | No |
| Cabane Panossière | 115.8 | 7,844 | 6,701 | No | No |
| Lourtier | 127.5 | 7,854 | 8,260 | Yes | No |
| La Chaux | 133.6 | 9,063 | 8,287 | Yes | No |
| Verbier (Finish) | 140.3 | 9,127 | 9,127 | Yes | Yes |
Data is approximate and courses change between editions - always verify against the official race guide. Source: official race guide, verified July 17, 2026 - Official race website
FAQ
How long is Verbier X-Alpine?
X-Alpine covers approximately 140.3km starting and finishing in Verbier, Switzerland, as part of Trail Verbier St-Bernard by UTMB.
How much elevation gain does Verbier X-Alpine have?
X-Alpine has around 9,127m of cumulative elevation gain and a matching loss over 140.3km of Valais alpine trails.
What is the cutoff time for Verbier X-Alpine?
The overall cutoff is 41 hours 30 minutes. Confirm intermediate barriers on the official race communications when published for the edition.
What is the highest point of Verbier X-Alpine?
The highest point is Cabane d'Orny at 2,818m, reached around km 46 on the course.
Where can crew and drop bags meet X-Alpine runners?
Crew access appears at multiple posts including Champex, La Fouly, Col des Chevaux, Bourg-St-Pierre, Cabane Brunet, Lourtier, and La Chaux. Drop bags are flagged at Bourg-St-Pierre and the Verbier finish - check the checkpoint table for the current edition.
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