Future of Patrouille des Glaciers Race Secured

11th March 2025

The Swiss government and the canton of Valais have agreed on the future of the Patrouille des Glaciers ski race, from 2026 until 2034.

The ski touring race from Zermatt to Chamonic is held every two years and is one of the toughest endurances ski races in the world.

It has the backing of the Valais Department of Security, Institutions and Sport, and

The Federal Department of Defence will manage the organisation of the race, from start to finish, as well as ensuring the safety of the route.

The Valais canton will be responsible for appointing the board and president of the Glacier Patrol Foundation, for running the foundation’s secretariat and controlling its finances, and for organising the Youth Patrol.

PDG Foundation will be responsible for managing relations with sponsors, host communities and subcontractors, as well as ensuring that the Patrouille is self-financing with money from institutional funds, entry fees, advertising revenue.

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