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 Bernex Trail Challenge is an exciting running event scheduled for June 21-22, 2025, featuring a variety of trail races suitable for all levels. Participants can choose from four different trails: an 8km course, a 21km semi-marathon, a 33km trail, and the challenging 62km Balade Chablaisienne. Ea..

The Adrets Race is a running event organized at the Adrets farm, located in the hamlet of La Bruyère in Chevrières, in the Loire region. Scheduled for June 21, 2025, this fourth edition offers three courses of different distances (3.7 km, 14.6 km, and 23.4 km) through the trails of the Monts du Lyon..

The Trail du Salève is a scenic running event organized by the Rotary Club of Saint Julien en Genevois, set to take place on June 22, 2025. Participants can choose from three courses: La Thuile (17.8 km), Les Pitons (24.8 km), and La Croisette (37.8 km), each featuring varying elevation gains. The e..

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Run For Planet Lyon is an eco-designed running event organized by Ethics Event, aimed at promoting environmental awareness through sports. Scheduled for June 22, 2025, the event features a 5km non-timed run/walk and a 10km timed race, both set in the scenic Grand Parc de Miribel Jonage. Participants..

The Trail du Haut-Forez is an exciting running event set in the beautiful Haut-Forez region, featuring four distinct courses of 10, 23, 44, and 65 kilometers. Designed for nature lovers and runners of all levels, from beginners to experienced trail runners, the event showcases stunning landscapes an..

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The Marathon du Mont-Blanc is a prestigious running event organized by the Club des Sports de Chamonix, taking place from June 26 to 29, 2025, in the stunning Mont Blanc massif. The event features multiple races, including a 90 km ultra-trail, a 42 km marathon, and shorter distances like 23 km and 1..

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The Grand Duc - Trail de Chartreuse is an annual running event held in the Chartreuse Massif, offering participants a unique opportunity to explore the stunning landscapes and rich heritage of the region. The event features various race formats, including an Ultra Solo of 73 km, team relays, and sho..

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The Trail des Pierres Dorées will take place in Graves sur Anse on Sunday 29 June 2025.

July 2025

The EDF Pierra Menta été will take place in Beaufort from Friday 4 July 2025 to Sunday 6 July 2025.

La Montagn'Hard is a renowned trail running event in France, celebrated for its stunning landscapes and family-friendly atmosphere. Participants can choose from various distances, including 20 km, 50 km, 70 km, and 100 km, catering to different skill levels and preferences. The event emphasizes envi..

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The "Trail des Passerelles du Monteynard" is an exciting running event held annually in early July, featuring a variety of races ranging from 13 to 62 kilometers. This unique trail race offers participants the chance to experience stunning landscapes, including two Himalayan-style footbridges. The e..

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The L’Envol de la Perdrix will take place in Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise on Sunday 6 July 2025.

The ChalmaTrail will take place in Chalmazel-Jeansagnière on Sunday 6 July 2025.

The Tour des Glaciers de la Vanoise (TGV) is a renowned trail running event held in the stunning Vanoise region of France. Celebrating its 22nd edition, the event features a challenging 73 km course with a significant elevation gain of 3800 meters, attracting around 700 participants. The TGV is not ..

The Trail du Tour des Fiz is a renowned trail running event held in the stunning Alps, specifically in the Passy and Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval nature reserves. Established in 2009, it has grown to attract around 2,000 participants and 160 volunteers, creating a vibrant atmosphere filled with smiles and cama..

The Trail de La Rosière is a scenic running event set in the beautiful Espace San Bernardo region, offering four distinct courses ranging from 5 km for children to a challenging 40 km for experienced runners. Participants can enjoy breathtaking views of glaciers, Mont-Blanc, and the Vanoise mountain..

The Ultra Tour des 4 Massifs (UT4M) will take place in Seyssins from Thursday 17 July 2025 to Sunday 20 July 2025.

The Tiger Balm® Ultra 01® is an exciting running event scheduled for July 18-20, 2025, in Oyonnax, France. This ultra-trail challenge features a variety of race distances, including 170 km, 100 km, 65 km, 45 km, 25 km, and a new 10 km option, catering to both seasoned runners and newcomers. Particip..

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Le Trail des 4x1800 is an exciting running event held in the heart of the largest volcano in Europe, located in Lioran, Cantal. This trail race features a challenging 32 km course with a total elevation gain of 2000 meters, designed for both seasoned athletes and enthusiastic runners. The event prom..

The Oisans Trail Tour is an exciting running event taking place in July, featuring various trail distances of 23 km, 42 km, and 91 km, catering to all levels of runners. Set in the stunning landscapes of the Oisans region, participants can enjoy a challenging yet rewarding experience. The event incl..

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