This started as a military patrol race in the 1930s between alpine troops. It was revived after World War II, and eventually became one of the premier skimo long course events for teams of recreational skiers. It is held every other year at the end of April, and alternates with the Mezzalama.
This has been on my "bucket list" but seems out of reach, until my next reincarnation. However, I do think I could manage the abbreviated version - Zermatt to Arolla - with the right partners.
https://journal.alpsandmeters.com/journal/2025/4/22/guardians-of-the-glacier-the-legacy-of-the-patrouille-des-glaciers
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