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Forging new paths

Across the Alps in 54 days

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The First Female-Led Alpine Crossing

From Vienna to Monaco, Loubna and her team of elite female athletes traversed 1600 km across the Alps, scaling 67,000 meters of elevation through rugged mountain terrain. For 54 days, they cycled, skied, and ran across 47 glaciers, battling unpredictable weather while raising awareness about climate change and water preservation.

1’600 km
54 days
67’000 m
5 Countries
Trans Alps Adventure
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The live tracking

This live tracking map followed their 1’600 km journey through the stunning Alps, an adventure that pushes limits, showcases nature’s beauty, and inspires with every step. You can still explore their route using the interactive map below.

47 Glaciers Traversed

Understanding the Melting Alps

During the Alpine Quest traverse, the team in collaboration with CREALP (Center for Research on the Alpine Environment) explored how the rapid retreat of glaciers is reshaping the Alps and our relationship with water, energy, and life in the mountains.

Since 2000, the world’s glaciers have lost 5% of their volume and in Switzerland, 40%. These ancient ice reservoirs are more than iconic landscapes: they’re vital sources of freshwater, climate archives, and lifelines for ecosystems.

Through field observations and scientific insights provided by CREALP, Alpine Quest highlighted how :

  • Glacier melt contributes to rising sea levels and disrupts mountain water cycles.
  • Rivers like the Rhône face shrinking summer flows, threatening agriculture, energy, and biodiversity.
  • Hydropower systems must adapt as seasonal water patterns shift and sediment loads increase.
  • Alpine ecosystems and microorganisms hidden beneath the ice are disappearing before we even discover them.
  • Communities and tourism are forced to reinvent how they live with and without snow.

Our journey through the Alps revealed a simple truth: glaciers are the silent witnesses of climate change their retreat tells the story of our time.

Tour and Stopovers
A Journey for Environmental Awareness and Education

Impact

1. Unveiling Alpine Landscapes

Our expedition crossed 47 glaciers, navigating some of the most challenging and breathtaking terrains in the Alps. This journey showcased the physical and mental endurance required to traverse these extreme environments.

2. Science and Discovery in Action

Glaciologist Saskia Gindraux joined the relay to provide insights into the alpine terrain, shared real-time observations and engaged audiences with interactive updates from the field.

3. Educating for a Sustainable Future

In partnership with Water Family, the project features an interactive platform that immerses students in environmental challenges and empowers them to act.

  • Global Awareness: 52-minute documentary to reach international audiences.
  • Youth Engagement: Educational activities in schools and live lessons from the Alps.
  • Sustainable Legacy: Strengthening partnerships to support future environmental initiatives.
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