Trail Running Calendar France 2025-2026

Welcome to the ultimate guide to trail runs in France for 2025 and 2026. With an impressive total of 1397 listed events, you are sure to find the perfect race to test your limits. Whether you're a beginner runner eager to dive into the world of trail running or a veteran seeking a new challenge, we have something for everyone.

France is home to some of the best trail running destinations, boasting breathtaking routes and stunning landscapes. Explore races in Paris, where urban beauty meets racing challenges; Marseille with its sunny coastal trails; Lyon, where hills and culture intertwine; Toulouse, renowned for its picturesque trails; Nantes, offering a blend of urban and rural scenery; Corsica, the mountainous island with rugged terrains that are a delight for endurance runners; and, of course, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, the alpine paradise for those aspiring to reach new heights.

Use our search tool to filter races by location or simply discover trails near you. Prepare to experience France in a way that only trail running can offer!

The Trail Nocturne de Gelos is a nighttime running event taking place in Gelos, France, on January 18, 2025. This unique trail run features a 9 km course and is designed for teams of two, allowing for male, female, and mixed pairings. The event is timed and has a maximum capacity of 600 participants..

The Trail'ethon des Enclaves will take place in Gardères on Saturday 18 January 2025. You can run between 10 and 15 kilometers.

La Pote'Trail is a running and sports event held in Lamballe, featuring its 9th edition. The event offers various races for both children and adults, including hiking trails of 10 km and 18 km. Children can participate in three different races, with distances ranging from 600 m to 2,100 m, requiring..

The Course Nature Nocturne de Montsalès will take place in Montsalès on Saturday 18 January 2025. You can run between 10 and 20 kilometers.

The Yerres Trail by Night will take place in Yerres on Saturday 18 January 2025. You can run between 10 and 23 kilometers.

The Bol d'Air de Saint-Avertin is an annual sports event that features a variety of running and biking competitions, attracting around 800 participants each year. The event includes different categories such as Bike & Run, trail runs of 6.5 km and 13 km, family races, and Nordic walking. It is organ..

The Nocturne de la Forêt des Loges will take place in Saint-Priest-Sous-Aixe on Saturday 18 January 2025. You can run between 10 and 16 kilometers.

Les Foulées du Château de Caveirac is an annual running event that attracts over 500 participants. The 36th edition features a challenging 12 km course that combines wide paths and forest trails, with a total elevation gain of 150 meters. Runners face two main difficulties: a steep hill at the 2 km ..

The Serre Chevalier Snow Trail is an exciting winter running event set in the stunning Serre Chevalier valley. Participants can choose from various distances, including a 20 km course with a 1000 m elevation gain, a 10 km course with a 600 m elevation gain, and an 8 km nocturnal trail with a 200 m e..

The Trail de la Bixintxo will take place in Ciboure on Saturday 18 January 2025. This trail is organized by PB Organisation. You can run between 6 and 10 kilometers.

The Trail de la Glissoire, organized by the Triathlon Club Avionnais, is a popular running event that returns in 2022 after a successful edition in 2020. Participants can choose between trails of 8 km and 16 km, as well as a walking option suitable for all ages starting from 1 year old. Registration..

The Trail des Lions Nocturne will take place in Plauzat on Saturday 18 January 2025. You can run between 14 and 25 kilometers.

The Trail Nocturne de l'Inuit is an exciting night running event held in the heart of the village, featuring two race options: a 7.5 km loop with a 250m elevation gain and a more challenging 15 km route with a 500m elevation gain. Participants will traverse scenic paths, including a route to the Ger..

La Nuit Blanche du Pilat is a unique night trail running event held in the stunning Monts du Pilat Natural Park. Celebrating its 15th edition, this nocturnal race invites participants to navigate through snow-covered forests illuminated only by their headlamps. The course spans 14 kilometers, combin..

The Cross Départ des Sapeurs-Pompiers d'Ille et Vilaine is a sporting event specifically designed for firefighters, their families, and children associated with the Ille et Vilaine Departmental Fire and Rescue Service. The event features various races, including categories for different age groups s..

The 8th edition of the "Trail Tous avec Alex" will take place in Pornichet, featuring a 14 km trail that combines beach and path running, with a new route passing through Saint-Nazaire. This event, organized by the Association Tous avec Alex, aims to promote sports for children with disabilities and..

The Trail du Ciron is set to take place from January 18 to 19, 2025, in Bernos Beaulac, featuring five scenic courses ranging from 8 to 30 kilometers. This year's event introduces a new 8 km night trail, the CIRONette, allowing participants to experience the magic of running under the stars. The eve..

The Trail Pralines & Massepains will take place in Chaptuzat on Sunday 19 January 2025.

The Festival des Loups Trail et Raid will take place in Chantonnay on Sunday 19 January 2025.

The Sur les Traces du Gr9 will take place in Nyons on Sunday 19 January 2025. You can run between 17 and 25 kilometers.