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 210 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 Challenge Vallée de la Drôme will take place in Crest from Saturday 11 May 2024 to Sunday 12 May 2024. You can run between 8 and 118 kilometers.

The 10 km of Bois Français is a 10 km nature race taking place on Saturday, May 11, 2024, offering a flat course through bike paths, drivable roads, and forests. In addition to the race, a hike is also offered for walking enthusiasts. Registrations will open in mid-February, with bib pick-up on-site..

The trail takes place over three days, with various races ranging from 16 km to 47 km, as well as a race for children. The starts and finishes are in Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse. Registrations are open from certain age categories.

The Hermitage Duo is a two-day trail event with various distances ranging from 10km to 42km, which can be run in pairs or solo. Registrations are made online, and team member changes are possible until May 10, 2024. A cold meal is provided on Sunday noon for participants. For more information and to..

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The Trail des Coursières will take place on May 18, 2024, in the Monts du Lyonnais, with races ranging from 12km to 104km, offering ITRA points and varied elevation gains. The routes have been completely renewed in 2024, offering panoramic views and technical trails. Registrations are full for the 1..

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The 24th edition of the Pastourelle will take place from May 17 to 19, 2024, in the Monts du Cantal, offering a total elevation gain of 2900 meters. The festive atmosphere at the refreshment stations and the impeccable organization with 470 volunteers contribute to the success of this event. Registr..

The 2024 Ardèche Mountain Trail offers 4 routes of 35, 19, 12, and 7 km, as well as a 3 km climb. The event will take place from May 18 to 19, 2024, in Saint-Agrève. The courses offer different levels of difficulty and are open to runners of various ages. Registrations are open for the different rac..

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The Trails of the Vallée du Brevon will take place on May 19, 2024, featuring 6 races of varying difficulties, ranging from 10 km to 55 km. The courses offer elevation gains from 450 D+ to 4400 D+. Organized by the Association "LES ALLOBROGES DU BREVON," these trails are a friendly and family-orient..

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The Bostet Trail offers you routes of 5 km, 11 km, and 21 km in the heart of the Savoyard mountains, with refreshment stations to boost you. An electric atmosphere awaits you with overexcited supporters and festive entertainment after the race. Walking sticks are allowed and recommended, and a list ..

The Beaujoltrail Villié-Morgon will take place in Villié-Morgon on Sunday 19 May 2024. You can run between 10 and 32 kilometers.

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The Ultra-Loop of La Motte-Chalancon (UBMC) will replace the UTMC in 2024 with a new festive format. The race will take place on May 19, 2024, and registration will begin on February 17, 2024. The 3 km course with 150 m of positive elevation gain will have to be completed as many times as possible. ..

The Trail de la Grande Montagne Poizat-Lalleyriat will take place in Le Poizat-Lalleyriat on Sunday 19 May 2024. You can run between 5 and 42 kilometers.

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The Trail des Gorges de l'Ardèche will take place in Saint-Martin-d'Ardèche on Sunday 19 May 2024. You can run between 11 and 73 kilometers.

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The Ultra Boucle de la Sarra trail takes place in Lyon on May 24 and 25, 2024, offering races of 24-hour solo, 24-hour relay, 6-hour solo, 6-hour relay, and 2-hour solo. The 2km course with 90m of positive elevation gain is located on the slopes of the Fourvière hill, offering a green setting away f..

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The Trail des Moines - Saint Antoine l'Abbaye will take place in Saint-Antoine-l'Abbaye on Saturday 25 May 2024. You can run between 10 and 30 kilometers.

The Grand Raid 73 is a classic event on the Savoyard calendar, offering five different races with varied and beautiful routes, ranging from 10 km to 74.5 km. Participants can enjoy splendid landscapes such as Lake Thuile and Mont Colombier. The races are also indexed to the ITRA for those looking fo..

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The Tarentaisienne Mountain Bike event, organized by the Tarentaise Omnisports Club, offers a timed 30 km race and 3 untimed courses of 15 km, 30 km, and 45 km, in the heart of the Pilat Regional Park. Registrations for the timed race are done online, while those for the untimed courses are done on-..

The Trail de l'Eolienne will take place in Les Sauvages on Sunday 26 May 2024. You can run between 14 and 22 kilometers.

The 2024 trail run will take place on Sunday, May 26, 2024, featuring a new route that offers beautiful viewpoints and secret paths. Registrations are open on the event's website. The distances offered are 28 km with an elevation gain of 1850 m, a duo relay with the first runner covering 12.5 km and..

Rémi's race will take place on Sunday, May 26, 2024, in Savigneux (42), with two nature trails starting from the Savigneux pond. Participants will be able to choose between a 5.4 km course and a 9.66 km course, with starts from 9:30 am. Children's races will also be organized starting at 10:50 am. O..