The Aletsch Glacier is the largest in the Alps: 20km long and up to 800m at its deepest point. Looking out over the river of …
Icy summer adventures on the Aletsch Glacier Trail
Trail Running
The E35 Eiger UTMB experience – my biggest challenge to date!
Securing my race entry to run the E35 North Face Trail in the Eiger UTMB Ultra Trail event was harder than getting Coldplay tickets (and …
The Niederhorn – a ridge hike full of surprises
The breathtaking ridge hike to the Gemmenalphorn is surprisingly rugged and rocky. It combines the very best of Switzerland – a mountain ridge hike with a lake view, ibex, cows and alpine flowers.
Running the Trail Surprise at Eiger Ultra Trail by UTMB
In July 2023, I became the proud owner of an actual piece of limestone rock from the Eiger. It was placed around my neck shortly after I trotted over the finish line, having run what is known as the Trail Surprise. Part of the Eiger Ultra Trail Event by UTMB, the Trail Surprise is the UTMB equivalent of a fun run. The surprise is that the route and altitude profile are only unveiled three days before the race.
Schynige Platte to First – a classic route I love to hike & trail run
On 31st July 2004, I packed a rucksack full of snacks, layers and a brand-new head torch, locked the door of my repping accommodation and set off to take a special late-night train to Schynige Platte. I was about to embark on one of the most memorable hikes of my life – Schynige Platte to First under the light of the full moon.