Trail Running Calendar Region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 2026-2027

At the heart of France, the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region stands out for its impressive array of trails. For the 2026-2027 season, no fewer than 267 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 Course des Héros - Lyon will take place in Lyon on Sunday 14 June 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

The Trails De Bozel Mont Jovet will take place in Bozel on Sunday 14 June 2026. You can run between 9 and 30 kilometers.

The Trails Morzine-Avoriaz will take place in Morzine from Saturday 20 June 2026 to Sunday 21 June 2026. You can run between 25 and 100 kilometers.

The Course des Adrets will take place in Vézelin-sur-Loire on Saturday 20 June 2026. You can run between 5 and 20 kilometers.

The Bernex Trail Challenge will take place in Bernex from Saturday 20 June 2026 to Sunday 21 June 2026. You can run between 8 and 62 kilometers.

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The Trail du Haut-Forez will take place in Montarcher on Sunday 21 June 2026. You can run between 10 and 70 kilometers.

The Marathon du Mont-Blanc will take place in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc from Thursday 25 June 2026 to Sunday 28 June 2026. You can run between 10 and 90 kilometers.

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The Orelle Challenge will take place in Francoz on Saturday 27 June 2026. You can run 5 kilometers.

The Nano Trail will take place in Coise-Saint-Jean-Pied-Gauthier on Saturday 27 June 2026. You can run between 11 and 28 kilometers.

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.

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The Gourdathlon will take place in Saint-Maurice-de-Gourdans on Sunday 28 June 2026. You can run between 14 and 52 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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The Mésy'Trail will take place in Mésigny on Sunday 28 June 2026. You can run between 11 and 27 kilometers.

July 2026

The Trail Envol de la Perdrix will take place in Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise from Friday 3 July 2026 to Sunday 5 July 2026. You can run between 11 and 32 kilometers.

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 ChalmaTrail will take place in Chalmazel-Jeansagnière on Saturday 4 July 2026. You can run 80 kilometers.

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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.