Trail Running Calendar France 2024-2025

Welcome to the ultimate guide to trail runs in France for 2024 and 2025. With an impressive total of 973 listed events, you are sure to find the perfect race to test your limits. Whether you're a beginner runner eager to dive into the world of trail running or a veteran seeking a new challenge, we have something for everyone.

France is home to some of the best trail running destinations, boasting breathtaking routes and stunning landscapes. Explore races in Paris, where urban beauty meets racing challenges; Marseille with its sunny coastal trails; Lyon, where hills and culture intertwine; Toulouse, renowned for its picturesque trails; Nantes, offering a blend of urban and rural scenery; Corsica, the mountainous island with rugged terrains that are a delight for endurance runners; and, of course, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, the alpine paradise for those aspiring to reach new heights.

Use our search tool to filter races by location or simply discover trails near you. Prepare to experience France in a way that only trail running can offer!

The Trail "La 14-18" will take place in Remiremont on Friday 27 December 2024. You can run 10 kilometers.

The Beaugeay Night Trail is a running event that takes place in St Trojan les Bains. It offers several races, including a 10 km trail and a 5 km trail, as well as a 5 km Nordic walk. Non-licensed participants must provide a medical certificate when registering. Online registrations close on December..

The Trail de la Guigne is a running event that takes place in Feuguerolles-Bully, offering 14 km and 28 km courses for solo runners, relay teams, or walkers. Scheduled for December 29, 2024, this event invites participants to enjoy nature between the year-end holidays. Registrations will officially ..

January 2025

The White Ram is a running event that attracts around 2,000 participants each year, equipped with headlamps, for a unique experience under the starry skies of La Clusaz. Scheduled for January 10 and 11, 2025, this event offers several challenges, including 8 km and 14 km trail runs, as well as a 6 k..

The "Folle Nétéi" is a 13 km night trail that takes place in Hillion, offering a unique and surprising route. Participants start on country roads before joining the GR34 trail, crossing the Saint-Brieuc Bay National Nature Reserve. The route includes spectacular marine landscapes, cliffs, and marshe..

The Lumières de la Muzelle is a unique snow trail race organized by the Les 2 Alpes Trail association. This event takes place in an exceptional mountain setting, offering participants an unforgettable experience under the starry sky. Runners can choose from several courses suitable for all levels, r..

The Les Foulées du Château de Caveirac will take place in Caveirac on Saturday 11 January 2025. You can run 12 kilometers.

The Le 13 de Blaincourt will take place in Blaincourt-lès-Précy on Saturday 11 January 2025. You can run between 7 and 13 kilometers.

The Pécharmant Trail is a sporting event organized by the Spiridon Périgord Pourpre association, which will take place in January 2025. This 18th edition offers several races, including a Canitrail, an 11 km night run, as well as an 11 km trail and a 21 km trail. Participants will have the opportuni..

The Trail of Old Semur is a running event held in Semur-en-Auxois, offering several courses suited to different levels. Participants can choose between the Trail of the Ramparts, which explores the old town, and the Trail of Old Semur, which leads to Mont du Télégraphe. For the more experienced runn..

The X-Trail Run in Beaumont-sur-Oise is a running event that will take place in the beautiful Carnelle Forest. Participants can choose between two courses: a 15 km route with a 300-meter elevation gain, ideal for those looking for a challenge, and a 30 km route with an 800-meter elevation gain, inte..

The Montpellier Nocturnal Urban Trail is the first urban trail in France, offering a unique experience of the city lit up at night. The course includes climbs, descents, and unusual passages, with a musical atmosphere provided by a Fun Radio DJ. The event features races for children, 7 km and 12 km ..

The Winter Trail Les Mathes - La Palmyre will take place on January 12, 2025, marking its second edition after a successful debut with 950 participants. This running event in Charente-Maritime offers several courses, including a 54 km trail with a positive elevation gain of 1000 meters, providing a ..

The Nuit Blanche du Pilat is a unique nighttime trail event that takes place in the snowy forests of the Monts du Pilat Natural Park. For its 15th edition, participants will cover a 14 km route, illuminated only by their headlamps. This race, which attracts runners from all over the region, aims to ..

The Serre Chevalier Snow Trail is a nature running event scheduled for its 8th edition on January 18 and 19, 2025. Participants will start from the village of La Salle Les Alpes, heading towards the Guisane Valley, away from the ski slopes. The courses, at over 2000 meters altitude, offer varied cha..

The Trail des Lions Nocturne is a running event held in Plauzat, offering participants a unique experience under the stars. The next edition is scheduled for January 18, 2025, with registrations opening in early December. Runners can choose between two courses: one of 25 km with a positive elevation..

The Trail of the 2 Bays (D2B) is a running event that offers four courses suitable for all levels, from beginners to experienced runners. Located in Le Touquet, this event features various distances, including long-distance trails and a Nordic walking option. Participants can expect refreshment stat..

"On the Trail of the GR®9" is a running race that takes place in Drôme Provençale, connecting Nyons to Buis-les-Baronnies. Scheduled for January 19, 2025, this second edition is organized by the associations "Courir à Nyons" and "Le Buis J'aime J'y Cours," in collaboration with local partners. Parti..

The Raidnight 41 will take place in La Ville-aux-Clercs on Saturday 25 January 2025. You can run between 13 and 41 kilometers.

The L'Hivernale de la Grande Champagne - Bouteville will take place in Bouteville on Saturday 25 January 2025. You can run between 15 and 22 kilometers.

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