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 La Bressol'Line will take place in Bressolles on Sunday 28 June 2026. You can run between 10 and 20 kilometers.

The Grand Duc - Trail de Chartreuse will take place in Entremont-le-Vieux on Sunday 28 June 2026. You can run between 28 and 72 kilometers.

The Gourdathlon will take place in Saint-Maurice-de-Gourdans on Sunday 28 June 2026. You can run between 14 and 27 kilometers.

The Trail de Brenod will take place in Brénod on Sunday 28 June 2026. You can run between 8 and 42 kilometers.

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July 2026

The Pierra Menta Été will take place in Beaufort from Friday 3 July 2026 to Sunday 5 July 2026. You can run between 15 and 20 kilometers.

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The Trail des Passerelles du Monteynard will take place in Treffort from Saturday 4 July 2026 to Sunday 12 July 2026. You can run between 14 and 63 kilometers.

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The La Montagn'Hard will take place in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains from Saturday 4 July 2026 to Sunday 5 July 2026. You can run between 20 and 100 kilometers.

The Tour des Glaciers de la Vanoise will take place in Pralognan-la-Vanoise on Sunday 5 July 2026. You can run 73 kilometers.

The Trail des Bauges will take place in Le Chatelard on Sunday 5 July 2026. You can run between 10 and 48 kilometers.

The High Trail Vanoise will take place in Val-d'Isère from Saturday 11 July 2026 to Sunday 12 July 2026. You can run between 8 and 67 kilometers.

The Mad'Trail Valmorel will take place in Les Avanchers-Valmorel from Saturday 11 July 2026 to Sunday 12 July 2026. You can run between 9 and 63 kilometers.

The Trail du Tour des Fiz will take place in Passy on Saturday 11 July 2026. You can run between 12 and 34 kilometers.

The Oisans Trail Tour will take place in L'Alpe d'Huez from Thursday 16 July 2026 to Saturday 18 July 2026. You can run between 10 and 88 kilometers.

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The Ultra Tour du Beaufortain will take place in Queige from Saturday 18 July 2026 to Sunday 19 July 2026. You can run 110 kilometers.

The Trail des Gets will take place in Les Gets from Saturday 18 July 2026 to Sunday 19 July 2026. You can run between 11 and 43 kilometers.

The Argentrail will take place in Argentière on Sunday 19 July 2026. You can run between 14 and 27 kilometers.

The Les Foulées des 2 Roches will take place in Rochefort-Montagne on Sunday 19 July 2026. You can run between 9 and 27 kilometers.

The Le Défi de la Muzelle will take place in Les Deux Alpes from Monday 20 July 2026 to Friday 24 July 2026. You can run between 11 and 30 kilometers.

The Trace du Bouquetin will take place in Pralognan-la-Vanoise on Sunday 26 July 2026. You can run 15 kilometers.

The La 6000D Trail de Légende will take place in Aime-la-Plagne from Thursday 30 July 2026 to Saturday 1 August 2026. You can run between 5 and 69 kilometers.