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 214 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 de Mozac will take place in Mozac on Saturday 20 December 2025. You can run between 11 and 26 kilometers.

The Cross Guy Dalban will take place in Firminy on Monday 22 December 2025.

January 2026

The Le Bélier Blanc will take place in La Clusaz from Friday 9 January 2026 to Saturday 10 January 2026. You can run between 6 and 14 kilometers.

The Trail Hivernal des Coursières will take place in Saint-Martin-en-Haut on Sunday 11 January 2026. You can run between 16 and 33 kilometers.

The Trail Hivernal Sancy Mont-Dore will take place in Mont-Dore on Sunday 11 January 2026. You can run between 23 and 33 kilometers.

The Trail Hiver des Gets will take place in Les Gets on Saturday 17 January 2026.

The Les Lumières de la Muzelle will take place in Les Deux Alpes on Saturday 17 January 2026. You can run between 8 and 42 kilometers.

The Trail des Lions Nocturne will take place in Plauzat on Saturday 17 January 2026. You can run between 14 and 25 kilometers.

The Trail la Nuit Blanche du Pilat will take place in Le Bessat on Saturday 17 January 2026. You can run 15 kilometers.

The Raidlight Winter Trail will take place in Saint-Pierre-de-Chartreuse from Saturday 31 January 2026 to Sunday 1 February 2026. You can run between 8 and 25 kilometers.

The Trail Blanc du Semnoz will take place in Semnoz on Saturday 31 January 2026.

The La Romagnatoise will take place in Romagnat from Saturday 31 January 2026 to Sunday 1 February 2026. You can run between 8 and 51 kilometers.

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February 2026

The Trail Givré will take place in Montanay on Sunday 1 February 2026. You can run between 10 and 25 kilometers.

The La Belle Etoile will take place in Les Adrets on Sunday 1 February 2026.

The Dragonale Givrée will take place in Praz-sur-Arly on Sunday 1 February 2026. You can run 10 kilometers.

The Trace des Maquisards will take place in Brénod on Saturday 7 February 2026.

The Trail de Vulcain will take place in Volvic from Saturday 28 February 2026 to Sunday 1 March 2026. You can run between 11 and 77 kilometers.

March 2026

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 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.