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 205 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 Trail du Grand Velay (TGV) will take place in Polignac on Sunday 1 March 2026. You can run between 10 and 30 kilometers.

The Trail des 3 Pics - Burzet will take place in Burzet on Saturday 7 March 2026. You can run between 8 and 32 kilometers.

The Trail de Pérouges will take place in Pérouges on Sunday 8 March 2026. You can run 12 kilometers.

The Trail de la Pierre Plantée will take place in Veyras on Sunday 8 March 2026. You can run between 8 and 25 kilometers.

The Trail des Chamois - Coligny will take place in Coligny on Sunday 15 March 2026. You can run between 10 and 65 kilometers.

The Star Trail les Arcs will take place in Bourg-Saint-Maurice on Friday 20 March 2026. You can run 11 kilometers.

The Trail Muzolais will take place in Saint-Jean-de-Muzols from Saturday 21 March 2026 to Sunday 22 March 2026. You can run between 10 and 17 kilometers.

The Trail de la Michaille will take place in Valserhône on Sunday 22 March 2026. You can run between 12 and 32 kilometers.

The Trail de Mirmande will take place in Mirmande on Saturday 28 March 2026. You can run between 8 and 40 kilometers.

The Veyzia Trail will take place in Oyonnax on Sunday 29 March 2026. You can run between 5 and 31 kilometers.

April 2026

The Trail de Nébouzat (NBZ) will take place in Nébouzat on Sunday 5 April 2026. You can run between 10 and 30 kilometers.

UTMB Index

The Trail d'Annecy les Glaisins will take place in Annecy on Sunday 5 April 2026.

The 24 Tours sans Venin will take place in Massif du Vercors on Saturday 11 April 2026. You can run between 6 and 144 kilometers.

The Escrapade - Journans will take place in Journans on Sunday 12 April 2026.

UTMB Index

The Trail Drôme en Baronnies will take place in Buis-les-Baronnies on Sunday 12 April 2026. You can run between 10 and 42 kilometers.

The Trail de la Mandallaz will take place in La Balme-de-Sillingy on Sunday 12 April 2026.

The Trail du Lac de Paladru will take place in Montferrat from Friday 17 April 2026 to Sunday 19 April 2026. You can run between 10 and 84 kilometers.

The Ultra Monplaisir by MJC will take place in Lyon on Saturday 18 April 2026. You can run 7 kilometers.

The Trail de Juliau will take place in Saint-Jean-le-Centenier on Sunday 19 April 2026. You can run between 11 and 46 kilometers.

The Trail Des Dahus Sallanchards will take place in Sallanches from Saturday 25 April 2026 to Sunday 26 April 2026. You can run between 7 and 23 kilometers.