Trail Running Calendar France 2025-2026

Welcome to the ultimate guide to trail runs in France for 2025 and 2026. With an impressive total of 1154 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 Tour des Crus Beaujolais is a vibrant sporting event that combines trail running and hiking in the picturesque Beaujolais region. Scheduled for its 8th edition on September 28, 2025, the event features various courses, including 12 km, 25 km, and a challenging 42 km trail, all set against stunni..

The Les Foulées Fleurinoises will take place in Fleurieux-sur-l'Arbresle on Sunday 28 September 2025.

The Trail de Gorbio is a mountain running event taking place in Gorbio, France, featuring three distances: 9.5 km with 480 m of elevation gain, 16 km with 900 m of elevation gain, and 42 km with 2500 m of elevation gain. The event promotes a spirit of trail running, emphasizing respect for nature an..

The Trail des Aiguilles Rouges (TAR) is a semi-autonomous trail running event set in the stunning mountainous terrain of the Aiguilles Rouges massif in Chamonix, Mont Blanc. The course spans approximately 50 kilometers with a positive elevation gain of 3800 meters, starting and finishing in Chamonix..

The Défi Charcot Côte Vermeille will take place in Port-Vendres on Sunday 28 September 2025. You can run between 6 and 14 kilometers.

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The Foulée de Drumettaz-Clarafond is a vibrant running and sports event that attracts over 1,000 participants. It features a variety of races, including an 18 km trail, a 9 km festive walk, and shorter distances for children. The event emphasizes community spirit with activities such as a pasta part..

The Ultra Trail des Montagnes du Jura (UTMJ) is an exciting trail running event held in the stunning Jura Mountains, spanning both France and Switzerland. Scheduled for October 2024, the fifth edition will feature seven race formats ranging from 10 km to 175 km, catering to various skill levels. Par..

The Trail des Castagnes - Lamalou-les-Bains will take place in Lamalou-les-Bains on Saturday 4 October 2025. You can run between 10 and 23 kilometers.

The Trail du Maquis du Vercors is a unique running event that combines sport with history, taking place in the stunning Vercors region of France. Participants can explore various courses, including a family-friendly night trail and more challenging routes that highlight significant historical sites ..

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The Caen Ca Bouge will take place in Caen on Saturday 4 October 2025. You can run 21 kilometers.

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The Trail de Porquerolles will take place in Hyères on Saturday 4 October 2025.

The Munstertrail is an exciting running event that features multiple trail courses, including distances of 10 km, 21 km, 34 km, and 69 km, catering to various skill levels and preferences. The event is set against the beautiful backdrop of the Munster region, offering participants a chance to experi..

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The Trail du Four à Chaux will take place in Nandy on Sunday 5 October 2025. You can run between 11 and 28 kilometers.

The Trail de la Cimentière is an annual running event held in Couvrot, attracting over 450 participants across various courses. The event features multiple distances, including 3km, 7km, 12km, and 25km, with only the longer distances being timed and ranked. Participants can enjoy amenities such as r..

The Trail de l'Odon is an exciting running event set in the picturesque Vallée de l'Odon, near Caen. Scheduled for October 5, 2025, it features five different courses, including the challenging Marath'Odon and shorter distances of 10 km and 20 km, catering to both seasoned runners and beginners. The..

The Trail de la Source - Babeau-Bouldoux will take place in Babeau-Bouldoux on Sunday 5 October 2025. You can run between 11 and 23 kilometers.

La Domaniale is a trail running event set in the beautiful Domaine national de Saint-Cloud. Participants can choose from three distances: a challenging 20 km route with 300 meters of elevation gain, a 12 km option with 170 meters of elevation, and an 8 km walk featuring 100 meters of elevation. This..

The Trail des Bois de Louzac will take place in Louzac-Saint-André on Sunday 5 October 2025. You can run 30 kilometers.

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The Foulées de Vertou is an annual running event organized by La Vaillante de Vertou and the Fédération Sportive et Culturelle de France. The event features a 24.5 km trail and a 10 km nature run, taking participants through the scenic paths, alleys, and parks of Vertou, including the picturesque Ch..

The Trail de la Passerelle will take place in Mazamet on Sunday 5 October 2025. You can run between 20 and 61 kilometers.

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