Trail Running Calendar Region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 2025-2026

At the heart of France, the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region stands out for its impressive array of trails. For the 2025-2026 season, no fewer than 243 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 Cross Guy Dalban will take place in Firminy on Saturday 20 December 2025. You can run between 6 and 8 kilometers.

The Trail Blanc de Noël will take place in Astet on Saturday 20 December 2025. You can run between 10 and 20 kilometers.

The Corrida Trail Ambarroise will take place in Ambérieu-en-Bugey on Sunday 21 December 2025. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers.

The Montée de Chambles will take place in Saint-Just-Saint-Rambert on Sunday 28 December 2025. You can run 11 kilometers.

January 2026

The Course des 3 collines will take place in Saint-Gervazy on Sunday 4 January 2026. You can run 10 kilometers.

The Les Foulées Upiennes l'Hivernale will take place in Upie on Sunday 4 January 2026. You can run between 10 and 20 kilometers.

The Le Bélier Blanc will take place in La Clusaz from Friday 9 January 2026 to Saturday 10 January 2026. You can run between 6 and 24 kilometers.

The Trail Nocturne de l'Inuit will take place in Pralognan-la-Vanoise on Saturday 10 January 2026. You can run between 8 and 15 kilometers.

The Noctu Trail'Eurre will take place in Eurre on Saturday 10 January 2026. You can run between 8 and 14 kilometers.

The Trail Hivernal des Coursières will take place in Saint-Martin-en-Haut on Sunday 11 January 2026. You can run between 16 and 33 kilometers.

The Trail Hivernal Sancy Mont-Dore will take place in Mont-Dore on Sunday 11 January 2026. You can run between 23 and 33 kilometers.

The ValTho Trail Snow will take place in Les Belleville on Wednesday 14 January 2026. You can run 10 kilometers.

The Les Lumières de la Muzelle will take place in Les Deux Alpes on Saturday 17 January 2026. You can run between 11 and 42 kilometers.

The Trail des Lions Nocturne will take place in Plauzat on Saturday 17 January 2026. You can run between 14 and 25 kilometers.

UTMB Index

The Trail la Nuit Blanche du Pilat will take place in Le Bessat on Saturday 17 January 2026. You can run 15 kilometers.

The Trail d'Avenas will take place in Deux-Grosnes on Sunday 18 January 2026. You can run between 12 and 29 kilometers.

The Trail Pralines & Massepains will take place in Chaptuzat on Sunday 18 January 2026. You can run between 6 and 50 kilometers.

The Trail de la Galette Labastide-de-Virac will take place in Labastide-de-Virac on Sunday 18 January 2026. You can run between 8 and 24 kilometers.

The Trail du Dauphiné will take place in Meymans on Sunday 18 January 2026. You can run between 8 and 15 kilometers.

The Trail Chantelle Sports Nature will take place in Chantelle on Saturday 24 January 2026. You can run between 11 and 27 kilometers.