Latest News & Blog Articles

Chamonix is the heart of trail running, home to UTMB and some of the most spectacular alpine trails in the world. Explore why it’s perfect for your next running holiday or trail running adventure.

Multi-day running in the Alps transforms your trail running experience. Build endurance naturally, explore breathtaking mountain trails, and reconnect with nature while enjoying well-planned recovery. Ideal for running holidays, trail running vacations, and running retreats, our trips offer adventure and comfort. Join Run Weekends for Chamonix hut-to-hut or luxury French Alps escapes for the ultimate running adventure.

Making the most of your annual leave in 2026 isn’t just about taking more days off, it’s about choosing experiences that energise you. From UK weekend escapes to multi-day running holidays in Europe, trail running vacations, and small-group running retreats, our tips show how to maximise adventure, minimise travel time, and enjoy the physical and mental benefits of active travel. Book a Run Weekends trip and make every day of leave count.

Wondering if beginners can go on running holidays? Discover 7 reasons why Run Weekends trips are perfect for all abilities, with no pace pressure and fully inclusive experiences.

Looking for the ultimate winter running escape? Tenerife offers sunshine, volcanic trails, and epic scenery, making it one of the best destinations in Europe for trail running holidays. From high-altitude routes in Teide National Park to coastal paths and pine forests, this island blends adventure with relaxation. Discover why a Tenerife trail running trip with Run Weekends is the perfect mix of running, travel, and winter sun.

Looking for running holidays in Europe beyond the usual hotspots? Discover five underrated destinations perfect for trail running vacations, scenic running weekends, and unforgettable running adventures. From the wild mountains of Albania and Kosovo to Georgia’s Caucasus trails and Latvia’s forest routes, these running trips combine nature, culture, and community for a truly different kind of running retreat.

Packing for a multi-day running retreat doesn’t have to be stressful. Whether you’re joining trail running holidays in Europe, a UK running weekend, or an adventure running holiday abroad, packing light is key. A 20–30L running bag, essential layers, hydration, and safety kit will keep you comfortable on the trails and relaxed off them, so you can fully enjoy the experience.