Trail Running Calendar Region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 2024-2025

At the heart of France, the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region stands out for its impressive array of trails. For the 2024-2025 season, no fewer than 159 trail races are scheduled, promising runners unforgettable experiences on diverse courses. Whether you're looking for technical challenges in Lyon, panoramic trails in Grenoble, or historic routes in Saint-Étienne, each city offers a unique adventure for nature running enthusiasts.

In Clermont-Ferrand, runners can expect to traverse the Auvergne volcanoes, while Chambéry opens the doors to the Prealps, offering breathtaking views and demanding ascents. Annecy, with its iconic lake and surrounding mountains, offers courses that combine natural beauty and athletic challenge. This diversity of landscapes makes the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region a true paradise for trail running, with races suitable for all levels, from beginners to seasoned ultra-trailers.

The 10Km de Parilly will take place in Lyon on Sunday 8 September 2024. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.

The Combe Bénite Trail takes place every year in September in Granier, offering technical and varied routes suitable for all levels, including children from 7 to 15 years old. Enjoy spectacular views of Mont Blanc and the Vanoise while exploring the wild nature of the Beaufortain. A friendly and aut..

The Trail des Tard-Venus, organized by the Raids Eurosportifs de Brignais association, is a nature running event that takes place on various paths and trails. For the 2024 edition, three courses are offered: a 24 km trail, a 14 km run, and an 8 km run, each with specific elevation changes. The event..

The Foulée Bessenoise is a running race organized by the Bessenay Festival Committee. This annual event attracts numerous participants and offers several courses, including distances of 9 km and 18 km. The race is part of the Monts du Lyonnais Challenge, allowing runners to rank in this regional cha..

The Trail de la Croix des Têtes will take place in Saint-Julien-Mont-Denis on Sunday 8 September 2024. You can run between 5 and 25 kilometers.

The Les Rondes Charolaises will take place in Charols on Sunday 8 September 2024. You can run between 10 and 20 kilometers.

The Trail du Bessat is a major sporting event that takes place in the heart of the Pilat massif, offering 10 km and 22 km courses through the beautiful forests of Bessat. Scheduled for September 8, 2024, this event is ideal for running enthusiasts looking to take on a challenge in the great outdoors..

The Uriage Trail Belledonne is a running race organized by Team Belledonne Aventure, taking place at the Uriage-les-Bains park. The event offers several courses, including a 24-hour trail run either solo or in a team, a 40km trail, a 20km trail, and an 11km trail. Participants will have the opportun..

The Icio Trail, organized by the association l'Eveil Ussonnais, will take place in Usson en Forez on September 14, 2024. This race offers two courses: a 10 km trail, accessible to everyone, and a 21 km trail, featuring varied landscapes including forests, meadows, and rivers. Participants can also e..

The Volcanic Race is a running event that takes place in the heart of the Auvergne volcanoes, offering 13.5 km and 25 km courses, as well as races for children. This 48th edition emphasizes environmental respect, aiming to minimize the impact of cars in the Volcanic Park, which is a UNESCO World Her..

The Trail des Têtes Plattes, organized by the families' association of Sainte-Catherine and Riverie, will take place on September 15, 2024. This seventh edition offers two courses: one of 12 km with an elevation gain of 460 m and another of 20 km with an elevation gain of 720 m. Runners will have th..

The Trail des Dolmens Ardèche, which will take place on September 15, 2024, in Joyeuse, offers three courses suitable for all levels: "Le Balcon des Grads" (7 km), "Le Ranc des Biols" (15 km), and "Les Drailles du Dolmen" (24 km). Participants will have the opportunity to discover diverse landscapes..

The Cross des Coteaux and the Trail du Facteur, organized by ACP Crolles, will celebrate their 38th edition on September 15, 2024. This event features two main races: an 11 km cross with a 400-meter elevation gain, and a 24 km trail with a 1500-meter elevation gain, offering varied routes through th..

The Trail de Gi J'Y Monte will take place in Plateau d'Hauteville on Sunday 15 September 2024. You can run between 16 and 31 kilometers.

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The Trail du Néron will take place in Saint-Egrève on Sunday 15 September 2024. You can run between 15 and 50 kilometers.

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The Vaulx Tour Trail is a running event that takes place in the picturesque setting of Matheysine, France. Scheduled for September 15, 2024, it offers several courses suitable for all levels, including races of 6, 10, 20, and 42 km, as well as a 10 km walk. Children aged 3 to 12 can also participate..

The La Nuit AJT will take place in Trévoux on Tuesday 17 September 2024. You can run between 5 and 21 kilometers.

The Technocross will take place in Saint-Priest on Thursday 19 September 2024. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.

The Trail de la Mine, organized in Saint-Pierre-la-Palud, is a nature trail running event that takes place in the Monts du Lyonnais. Participants can choose from several courses suited to different levels: the Maquisards Loop (25 km), the Miners Loop (14 km), and the Pyrite Loop (8 km), as well as f..

The Trail du Tétras Lyre is a friendly running race held in the Vercors, organized by a local association. The event offers two courses for adults: one of 37 km with 2170 m of elevation gain and another of 17.7 km with 750 m of elevation gain. There are also races for children, with distances rangin..