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 203 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.

"Les Lumières de la Muzelle" is a unique night trail running event held in Les Deux Alpes, organized by the Les 2 Alpes Trail association. Participants can choose from various distances, including 8km, 11km, 21km, and 42km, all set against a stunning mountain backdrop. The race features a magical at..

The Trail Hivernal Sancy Mont-Dore is an exciting winter trail running event set in the stunning Sancy mountain range. Participants can choose between two challenging distances: 23 km with a 1050 m elevation gain or 33 km with a 1600 m elevation gain. The event promises a thrilling experience for bo..

The Trail du Dauphiné is an exciting running event scheduled for January 12, 2025, in Meymans, Drôme, France. Organized by the Romanais Triathlon club, this edition features two courses: a challenging 15 km route with a 510 m elevation gain and a more accessible 8 km route with a 210 m elevation gai..

The Trail Hivernal des Coursières is set to take place in Saint-Martin-en-Haut, Rhône, on January 12, 2025. This winter trail running event features two main courses: a challenging 33 km route with a 1300m elevation gain and a shorter 16 km route with a 500m elevation gain. Both courses will showcas..

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The Trail des Lions Nocturne is an exciting night trail running event held in Plauzat, featuring two main courses: a 25 km route with 930 m of elevation gain and a 14 km route with 450 m of elevation gain. The event fosters a vibrant atmosphere, thanks to the enthusiastic participation of runners an..

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

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..

The Trail Hivernal de Saint-Étienne-de-Maurs is a winter trail running event scheduled for January 18, 2025, in Saint-Étienne-de-Maurs, Cantal. Participants can choose from various courses, including a challenging 28 km trail with a significant elevation gain, a solo 14 km nature run, and a relay op..

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

The Trail d'Avenas, organized by the Amicale des Avenaudis, is set to take place on January 19, 2025, marking its 8th edition. This exciting trail running event offers participants two main courses of 12 km and 29 km, along with two children's courses. The event promises a scenic experience in the h..

The Ribes will take place in Ribes on Saturday 25 January 2025. You can run 11 kilometers.

Trail Chantelle Sports Nature is an exciting running event featuring multiple trail races designed for various skill levels. Participants can choose from several distances, including 2.5 km, 8 km, 12 km, 21 km, and 27 km, each offering a unique challenge with varying elevation gains. The event promo..

The Trail Blanc du Semnoz is a unique nighttime running event set in the stunning Semnoz mountain area, offering participants a chance to experience breathtaking sunset views over the Alps. Scheduled for January 25, 2025, the race features a challenging 11.5 km course with a vertical gain of 460 met..

The "Dragonale Givrée" is a winter trail running event taking place in Praz sur Arly, featuring a challenging 10 km course with a 500m elevation gain. Open to participants aged 16 and older, this event encourages runners to embrace the snowy terrain while enjoying stunning views of the surrounding l..

February 2025

The La Belle Etoile will take place in Les Adrets from Saturday 1 February 2025 to Sunday 2 February 2025.

The Trail Hivernal du Vercors is an exciting winter trail running event set in the picturesque Vercors Regional Natural Park. Scheduled for February 1, 2025, in Villard-de-Lans, this edition introduces a new duo format, encouraging participants to share the experience and create lasting memories. Th..

The 12h du Lac Gelé de Tignes is a unique running event set against the stunning backdrop of the French Alps at an altitude of 2100 meters. Participants can choose to run solo or in teams of 3 to 6, tackling a 3 km loop on a frozen lake for either 6 or 12 hours. The event promises an exhilarating ex..

The Trail des Lucioles 2025 is set to take place in Riotord, France, marking its 16th edition. This unique trail running event features a daytime start and a nighttime finish, allowing participants to experience breathtaking landscapes transitioning from daylight to starlit skies. The event includes..

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The Raidlight Winter Trail 2025 is set to take place in Saint Pierre de Chartreuse, featuring a variety of trail running events ranging from 8 to 25 kilometers. This event, which marks its 20th edition, invites participants to tackle the snowy paths of Chartreuse, making it an exciting challenge for..

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La Romagnatoise is a popular running event organized by AS Romagnat Athlétisme, featuring various trail races. The 2025 edition has already reached full capacity for all trail courses, showcasing the event's popularity among participants. Scheduled for February 2, 2025, the event promises an excitin..

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