MDS CRAZY LOOPS
VAL D'ISÈRE 2026
The inclusive, sporty & festive MDS adventure is back from €95!
THE FORMAT
After the success of the first editions in Courchevel and La Rosière, the MDS Crazy Loops are coming to Val d’Isère for the very first time, for three days of inclusive, sporty, and festive adventure.
From August 21 to 23, 2026 in Val d’Isère, come experience three days of human adventure, driven by effort, encounters, and celebration, in the heart of a spectacular alpine setting.
An inclusive mountain adventure
THE CHALLENGE? Get ready to experience an extraordinary adventure: 24 hours of racing, day and night, to complete as many loops as possible.
Everyone moves at their own pace, fueled by collective energy and the magic of the mountains. One loop, ten, twenty… anything is possible. You take part however you like—solo or in a team, at your own pace, running or walking.
Experience ultra running in a whole new way
3 to 5 Handi teams will share the course with you: you’ll witness their effort, their smiles, and sometimes even help them tackle a climb.
Everyone is a Helping Runner. On a steep section, a technical descent, or simply for the joy of sharing, you can join a Handi team at any time and help them move forward.
No fixed roles, no rules to follow, just solidarity in action.
A breathtaking playground
Welcome to Val d’Isère, one of the most striking gems of the French Alps. Here, the mountains reveal their full power, raw and radiant. Between soaring peaks, alpine meadows, and crystal-clear streams, every corner seems made for adventure and wonder.
At over 1,800 meters above sea level, Val d’Isère reveals a different side in summer: endless panoramas, sun-drenched high-altitude trails, serene alpine forests, and a unique atmosphere where the air is pure and the silence is breathtaking.
Whether you’re an athlete, a nature lover, a challenge seeker, or simply someone who loves wide-open spaces, the resort offers an unparalleled playground for adventure.
Val d’Isère in summer is all about living big: intense, vibrant, and free. An invitation to escape, push your limits… or simply soak in the breathtaking beauty of the high mountains.
Where our differences follow the same path.
Here, the champions of ultra-running aren’t necessarily the ones who run the fastest or the farthest. They are also those we call "Handi," because for them, ultra-running is a daily challenge. Every movement is an effort. Every effort, a victory.
Crazy Loops is an experience to be lived together:
Here, we learn not to fear disability, but to see it as a strength that lifts us all. We come with our legs, our arms, our wheels, our doubts, our energy.
We leave with new connections, shared moments, and sometimes, a renewed sense of purpose.
Crazy Loops isn’t a race. It’s a tribe.
A tent camp in the heart of the mountains, like in the desert.
A space of freedom where roles disappear, perspectives shift, and hearts open.
And if you think you know ultra-running, get ready to rediscover it. Not in kilometers, but in humanity.
Your four-legged companions are welcome on-site and along the course.
Be sure to bring their essentials, such as water and food, so they can fully enjoy the adventure too.
Please contact us if you plan to participate with your pet, so we can provide you with more details about the organization.
Complete as many loops as possible in 24 hours
At the end of the event, awards will be given in the following categories:
The adventure schedule
Accommodation: the Flexi-Bivouac
You have two options to experience the adventure according to your style:
Option Bivouac: individual tent provided on the camp (with options adapted to the specific needs of participants with disabilities).
Option Autonomous: no tent will be provided, so you can book accommodation in the resort.
The bivouac is also a shared living space, with continuous drinking water and hot water points for meals.
You are responsible for your meals over the weekend.
You can bring your own food and snacks. Water is available continuously at the camp and along the course, as well as hot water for your freeze-dried meals. Restaurants will also be accessible nearby throughout the MDS Crazy Loops event.
No heavy logistics. Carry only what you need to complete the loops. With or without a backpack, you must bring at minimum 500 ml of water, some food, and clothing suitable for the conditions. A complete gear list will be sent to you once your registration is confirmed.
The offers
The Independent Option
The Bivouac Offer*
*Subject to availability for the bivouac
What’s included in the offer:
Race bib for the adventure
Access to the 24-hour race
Access to the bivouac
Timing chip
Support from event and medical teams during the race
Secure storage for personal belongings
Full medical support
General Information
THEY LIVED IT
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