The Nomad with Elhousine Elazzaoui

Rising from a nomadic childhood in the Moroccan desert, trail runner Elhousine Elazzaoui races across continents in pursuit of belonging, friendship, and greatness.

Meet Elhousine Elazzaoui, between the dunes of the Moroccan desert and the Alpine peaks of Ticino.

In addition to his sporting successes and his victory in the Golden Trails World Series, Elhousine is above all a personality who has been able to transcend borders to arouse respect, admiration and forge strong friendships.

Born into a nomadic family in the Moroccan desert, Elhousine has been running distances from an early age. He arrived in the world of competition by chance, and gradually built up a network of warm, honest relationships that enabled him to realize his dream and climb mountains.
Watch his story and join us in getting to know this athlete whose sporting potential is matched only by his inner wealth.

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The Nomad with Elhousine Elazzaoui (Trailer)

Rising from a nomadic childhood in the Moroccan desert, trail runner Elhousine Elazzaoui races across continents in pursuit of belonging, friendship, and greatness.
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