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 1006 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 Brasparts Run, a flagship event of the commune, will take place on August 10, 2024, for its 37th edition. This running race is part of the Armorik Trail Challenge and offers two events of approximately 10 and 20 km. Participants will be able to enjoy refreshment stations along the routes and bib..

The Méribel Trail will take place in Les Allues from Saturday 10 August 2024 to Sunday 11 August 2024. You can run between 5 and 35 kilometers.

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The Trail of Canigou is an iconic running event in the Catalan region, taking place in Vernet-les-Bains. It offers several races suited to different levels, ranging from the Maratrail of 42.9 km with 2600 meters of positive elevation gain, to the KV of Bonne Aigue of 5.4 km with 1000 meters of posit..

The Trail des Hauts-Forts will take place in Morzine on Saturday 10 August 2024. You can run between 22 and 51 kilometers.

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The Pic de l'Alpe is a trail running race set in nature, spanning 13.8 kilometers with an elevation gain of 1550 meters. The course starts at Alpe d'Huez and finishes at the summit of Pic du Lac Blanc, offering participants a unique sporting experience amidst the Alpine landscapes. Scheduled for Aug..

The "Foulées du Milhassou" is a foot race held in Montaignac-sur-Doustre, offering 5 km and 10 km courses. Participants follow a mixed road-trail loop, providing a varied experience. Each registered runner receives a drink and two milhassous, which are traditional potato pancakes.Prizes are awarded ..

The Foulees des Langoustines will take place in Locmiquélic on Sunday 11 August 2024. You can run between 8 and 16 kilometers.

The 14th edition of the "Trail la Monaccia" foot race will take place in Monacia d'Aullène, offering a 15 km course for trail runners and a 9 km nature run. Participants can also register for an 8.5 km hiking walk and children's races. The event includes refreshment stations along the course and a b..

The Montségurienne 1244 is a non-timed 17 km trail organized by the Montségur Events Committee. The race will take place on August 11, 2024, in the village of Montségur. Registration is open, and race bibs can be picked up the day before at the Decathlon store in Foix.

The Course de la Rhune will take place in Ascain on Sunday 11 August 2024. This trail is organized by PB Organisation.

The Grimpée du Signal is a nighttime race organized by the Alpe d'Huez 21 sports association. Scheduled for August 12, 2024, this event is open to runners born in 2006 and earlier. It is a mini vertical race of 800 meters with an elevation gain of 250 meters. Participants must complete as many climb..

The Garazi'd Laktik will take place in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port on Wednesday 14 August 2024. This trail is organized by PB Organisation.

The Alpe Express is a vertical race organized by the Alpe d'Huez 21 sports association. Taking place in August 2024, this 3.5 km event with a 1000-meter elevation gain is open to runners born in 2004 and earlier. The race finishes at the summit of Combe Charbonnière. A new feature for 2024 is the in..

The La Verticale Ilhetoise will take place in Ilhet on Thursday 15 August 2024. This trail is organized by PB Organisation.

The "Foulée des Tourterelles" is a running event that will take place in Saint Geraud de Corps. Participants can choose between several races: a 7 km run, a 16 km run, and a 7 km walk. There is also a free 1 km race for children. Online registration will close a few days before the event, and additi..

The Foulée du Cézallier is a sporting event organized in Marcenat, in the Cantal region, on August 15th. This event offers several trail races, including 6 km, 12 km, 28 km courses, and a new 40 km course. In addition to the trail races, various activities are planned, such as walks, mountain biking..

Alpe d'Huez 21 is a 14.1-kilometer road race with a positive elevation gain of 1140 meters, starting from Bourg d'Oisans and ending along the Rif Nel. Scheduled for August 15, 2024, this event attracts both runners and walkers, offering a unique experience in a mountainous setting. Participants can ..

The Montcalm Challenge is a mountain running event held in Auzat, Ariège. It features several trail races, including the PICaPICA (109 km, 11,500 m D+), the PicAriège (70 km, 7,000 m D+), the Montcalm Marathon (42 km, 2,750 m D+), and other races of varying distances. The event also includes a Verti..

The Trail Ikalana will take place in Villefranche-de-Panat on Thursday 15 August 2024. You can run between 10 and 24 kilometers.

The Cadarcétoise is a running race organized during the village festival of Cadarcet. The event offers several races, including an 800-meter race for children, a 3-kilometer race, and a 9-kilometer race. Registrations can be done online or on-site, and a medical certificate is required to participat..