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 191 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 MaXi-Race du Lac d'Annecy is a thrilling trail running event that showcases the stunning mountains surrounding Lake Annecy. Participants can choose from various courses tailored to different skill levels, ranging from ultra-marathons to shorter trails. The event emphasizes both competition and p..

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The Raidlight Trail Festival is an exciting running event held in the stunning Chartreuse Regional Natural Park. It features a variety of trail races catering to different skill levels, including the Kilomètre Vertical, Maratour, Trail Tour, Semi Trail, and Sky Trail, along with children's races. Ea..

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The Trail des Gorges de l'Ardèche will take place in Saint-Martin-d'Ardèche on Saturday 31 May 2025. You can run between 11 and 73 kilometers.

June 2025

La Comblorane is a prominent trail running event held annually in Combloux, located in the Mont-Blanc region. This exciting weekend features four timed races covering distances of 7, 15, 25, and 42 kilometers, set against stunning alpine backdrops. The event caters to all levels, from seasoned runne..

The Trail des Bauges will take place in Le Chatelard on Friday 6 June 2025.

The Trail de la Chaussée des Géants is a prominent running event held in Thueyts, Ardèche, showcasing the stunning landscapes of the region. Scheduled for June 7, 2025, this 12th edition offers participants a choice of distances: 51 km, 20 km, and 10 km, along with hiking options of 10K, 15K, or 20K..

The Trail du Gypaète is a mountain running event held in the Aravis massif in Haute Savoie, within the stunning Pays du Mont Blanc region. This event features four different courses, catering to various skill levels, including distances of 76 km, 57 km, 31 km, and 14 km. The event not only promotes ..

La Cusy'Hard is a running event held in Cusy, Haute Savoie, situated between Annecy and Aix-les-Bains. The event features multiple adult race options, including 6 km and 13 km courses, as well as a 10 km arch and children's races. It aims to promote outdoor sports and community engagement, welcoming..

The Trails de la Vallée du Brevon is an annual running event held in Bellevaux, featuring six different races of varying difficulties. Scheduled for June 8, 2025, the event includes the 55 km Trail des Allobroges, the 35 km Trail des Crêtes, a 20 km race, a 10 km Discovery Trail, a relay race called..

La Sandenienne is a vibrant sports event held in the scenic heights of the Tour de St Denis en Bugey. The event features a variety of activities suitable for all fitness levels, including a children's race, a 9km family walk, a 9km trail, and a more challenging 15km trail for experienced athletes. I..

The Trails des Balcons de la Drôme will take place in Piégros-la-Clastre on Sunday 8 June 2025.

Nangy Nature is a nature running and walking event taking place on the Plateau de Loex, with its fourth edition scheduled for June 8, 2025. Participants can choose from a 9.4 km nature run, a timed Nordic walk, or a popular walk, all featuring a scenic route through protected natural areas. The even..

The Ultra Trail du Puy Mary Aurillac (UTPMA) is an annual trail running event held in the stunning landscapes of the Auvergne Volcanoes Regional Natural Park. Scheduled for June 13-14, 2025, this twelfth edition features various race formats, including the main Ultra Trail covering 112 km with a 500..

The Ultra-Trail du Haut-Giffre (UTHG) is a prestigious trail running event held annually in the scenic region of Samoëns, France. The event features multiple race categories, including the main Ultra-Trail® du Haut-Giffre, which spans 96 kilometers with a significant elevation gain. Participants are..

The Trail du Saint-Jacques by UTMB is a prestigious running event that takes place along the historic path to Santiago de Compostela. This event offers participants a unique opportunity to explore the scenic Le Puy-en-Velay to Saugues section, characterized by its natural beauty and cultural signifi..

"Les Foulées de Voreppe" is a popular running event held in Voreppe, near Grenoble, featuring multiple courses suitable for all levels of runners. Participants can choose from six different routes, including the challenging 21 km trail known as "La Chalaisienne," a 7.5 km trail called "La Pimousse,"..

Trails Morzine-Avoriaz is an exciting running event set in the stunning French Alps, taking place in June 2025. Participants can choose from various distances, including a Vertical Kilometer, 23K, 50K, and 100K, all featuring breathtaking views and challenging terrains. The event is designed to cate..

Les Drayes du Vercors is an annual running event set in the picturesque Vercors region, with the next edition scheduled for June 21, 2025. The event features multiple race distances, including a challenging 55 km course with a 2210 m elevation gain, a 34 km route with 1590 m of elevation, a 22 km op..

The Trail Beaume-Drobie is an exciting running event held in the picturesque Ardèche region, specifically in the Beaume-Drobie valley. This event features multiple trail distances, including 11 km, 20 km, 32 km, and 51 km, as well as a vertical kilometer challenge. Participants can enjoy the stunnin..

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The Trail Nocturne des Étoiles de Gimel is an exciting night running event held in Saint Régis du Coin, within the scenic Parc du Pilat. Scheduled for the third weekend of June, participants can choose from various distances, including 24 km, 15 km, and 9 km, as well as options for Nordic walking an..