Photo: Daniel Simpson · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Salvagny Trail Tour
La Tour-de-Salvagny, France
November 14, 2026 to November 15, 2026Date confirmed
20 km10 km7 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+3
FRTrail Running · Rhône · 74 Events · 395 Races
Trail Running in Rhône
74 verified events with 395 individual races (36 confirmed dates) in Rhône complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events7436 confirmed dates
Competitions395Races & courses
Distances1 - 163 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+6,300 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Daniel Simpson · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Luigi936 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsOther DisciplinesRoad RunningChallenge de la Convivialité
International Beaujolais Marathon
Villefranche-sur-Saône, France
November 20, 2026 to November 22, 2026Date confirmed
43 km42.2 km24 km21.1 km+5
CastlesCharity Run+13
Photo: Christoph Strässler · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Asics SaintéLyon
Lyon, France
November 28, 2026 to November 29, 2026Date confirmed
160 km80 km45 km35 km+3
Kids & Youth RacesMountain+7
Photo: Patrick Nouhailler · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningNordic Walking
Urban Trail of Caluire
Caluire-et-Cuire, France
March 7, 2027Date confirmed
32 km24 km16 km8 km
Urban TrailCity Run+1
Photo: Rémih · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningRoad Running
Le Printemps d'Ozon Courir
Saint-Symphorien-d'Ozon, France
March 14, 2027Date confirmed
30 km20 km10 km5 km
Nature & Off-RoadKids & Youth Races+4
Photo: Patrick Nouhailler · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Trail du Sanglier
Saint-Igny-de-Vers, France
March 28, 2027Date confirmed
40 km27 km15 km10 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+3
Photo: Daniel Simpson · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
USOL Trail Challenge
Vaugneray, France
April 3, 2027Date confirmed
4.3 km12 h
Nature & Off-RoadRelay+2
Photo: Patrick Nouhailler · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & HikingUTMB Index Races
Radiance Mutuelle Lyon Urban Trail
Lyon, France
April 4, 2027Date confirmed
35 km25 km18 km12 km
Urban TrailPublic Park+7
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026 | Salvagny Trail Tour | La Tour-de-Salvagny, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 20 km10 km7 km |
| Nov 20, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026 | International Beaujolais Marathon | Villefranche-sur-Saône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Other DisciplinesRoad Running | 43 km42.2 km24 km21.1 km |
| Nov 28, 2026 - Nov 29, 2026 | Asics SaintéLyon | Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 160 km80 km45 km35 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 7, 2027 | Urban Trail of Caluire | Caluire-et-Cuire, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningNordic Walking | 32 km24 km16 km8 km |
| Mar 14, 2027 | Le Printemps d'Ozon Courir | Saint-Symphorien-d'Ozon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningRoad Running | 30 km20 km10 km5 km |
| Mar 28, 2027 | Trail du Sanglier | Saint-Igny-de-Vers, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 40 km27 km15 km10 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 3, 2027 | USOL Trail Challenge | Vaugneray, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 4.3 km12 h |
| Apr 4, 2027 | Radiance Mutuelle Lyon Urban Trail | Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 35 km25 km18 km12 km |
| Apr 10, 2027 - Apr 11, 2027 | The Beaujolais Odyssey | Fleurie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 94 km60 km42 km33 km |
| Apr 25, 2027 | Vet'o Trail | Marcy-l'Étoile, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 22 km12 km6 km |
| Apr 25, 2027 | ToussOtrail | Toussieu, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 25 km13 km10 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 7, 2027 - May 8, 2027 | Ultra-Trail des Coursières | Saint-Martin-en-Haut, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 163 km104 km51.9 km24 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Off-road running on singletrack, forest paths, and alpine ridges, spanning short discovery trails to high-mountain ultra-trails. Trail running is defined by elevation gain, technical terrain, and natural landscapes across forest singletrack, coastal cliffs, and mountain passes. In this Trail Running in Rhône directory, RunningCompass curates 74 events comprising 395 individual races, including 36 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 1 km to 163 km and elevation gains up to +6,300 m. Key host locations include La Tour-de-Salvagny, Villefranche-sur-Saône, Lyon, Caluire-et-Cuire. Notable events in this selection include Salvagny Trail Tour, International Beaujolais Marathon, Asics SaintéLyon.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Trail Running in Rhône?
This overview currently includes 74 verified events featuring 395 individual races. Of these, 36 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 38 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Trail Running in Rhône?
Races in this selection span distances of 1 km to 163 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +6,300 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, Road Running.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Trail Running in Rhône?
Top host locations include La Tour-de-Salvagny, Villefranche-sur-Saône, Lyon, Caluire-et-Cuire, Saint-Symphorien-d'Ozon. Representative events in the catalog include Salvagny Trail Tour, International Beaujolais Marathon, Asics SaintéLyon, Urban Trail of Caluire. Off-road running on singletrack, forest paths, and alpine ridges, spanning short discovery trails to high-mountain ultra-trails.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Trail Running in Rhône?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 395 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.