Photo: Nicolas Torquet · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
The Memory Run
Orbey, France
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
27.8 km9.5 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest
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Trail Running in Grand Est
232 verified events with 1,121 individual races (30 confirmed dates) in Grand Est complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events23230 confirmed dates
Competitions1,121Races & courses
Distances0.8 - 156 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+5,100 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Nicolas Torquet · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Iron Cross Trail by Night
Le Mériot, France
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
16 km9 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+1
Photo: Nicolas Torquet · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Nordic & Cross des remparts
Neuf-Brisach, France
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
10 km6 km
Nature & Off-RoadCulture & History
Photo: Nicolas Torquet · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningNordic Walking
Duchess Nature Run
Moncel-lès-Lunéville, France
January 11, 2027Date confirmed
21 km14 km12 km7 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+2
Photo: D Delang · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningBike & Run
T'Givrée
Villerupt, France
February 7, 2027Date confirmed
19 km14.7 km11 km9.8 km+3
Nature & Off-RoadForest+2
Photo: Cjp24 · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Trail du Petit Ballon
Rouffach, France
March 14, 2027Date confirmed
53 km42 km23 km12 km+4
VineyardsNature & Off-Road+3
Photo: Gzen92 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Trail'Malling
Malling, France
March 14, 2027Date confirmed
32 km22 km15 km
Nature & Off-RoadCastles
Photo: Nicolas Torquet · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningDuathlon
Trail of Forts' Challenge at the Fort
Manonville, France
March 20, 2027Date confirmed
17.8 km11 km7 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 | The Memory Run | Orbey, Grand Est, FR | Trail Running | 27.8 km9.5 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 | Iron Cross Trail by Night | Le Mériot, Grand Est, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 16 km9 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Nordic & Cross des remparts | Neuf-Brisach, Grand Est, FR | Trail Running | 10 km6 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 11, 2027 | Duchess Nature Run | Moncel-lès-Lunéville, Grand Est, FR | Trail RunningNordic Walking | 21 km14 km12 km7 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 7, 2027 | T'Givrée | Villerupt, Grand Est, FR | Trail RunningBike & Run | 19 km14.7 km11 km9.8 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 14, 2027 | Trail du Petit Ballon | Rouffach, Grand Est, FR | Trail Running | 53 km42 km23 km12 km |
| Mar 14, 2027 | Trail'Malling | Malling, Grand Est, FR | Trail Running | 32 km22 km15 km |
| Mar 20, 2027 | Trail of Forts' Challenge at the Fort | Manonville, Grand Est, FR | Trail RunningDuathlon | 17.8 km11 km7 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 4, 2027 | Light on Trail Pierre-Percée | Celles-sur-Plaine, Grand Est, FR | Trail Running | 54 km37 km17 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 13, 2027 - May 16, 2027 | Trail Alsace Grand Est by UTMB | Colmar, Grand Est, FR | Trail Running | 156 km109 km47 km29 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Vingeanne Eco Trail | Aprey, Grand Est, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 18 km14 km8 km7.5 km |
| Date to be announced | UTTN Ultra-Trail Tour de Nancy | Nancy, Grand Est, FR | Trail RunningNordic Walking | 115 km74 km35 km19 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 Grand Est directory, RunningCompass curates 232 events comprising 1,121 individual races, including 30 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 0.8 km to 156 km and elevation gains up to +5,100 m. Key host locations include Orbey, Le Mériot, Neuf-Brisach, Moncel-lès-Lunéville. Notable events in this selection include The Memory Run, Iron Cross Trail by Night, Nordic & Cross des remparts.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Trail Running in Grand Est?
This overview currently includes 232 verified events featuring 1,121 individual races. Of these, 30 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 202 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Trail Running in Grand Est?
Races in this selection span distances of 0.8 km to 156 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +5,100 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Trail Running, Nordic Walking, Walking & Hiking.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Trail Running in Grand Est?
Top host locations include Orbey, Le Mériot, Neuf-Brisach, Moncel-lès-Lunéville, Villerupt. Representative events in the catalog include The Memory Run, Iron Cross Trail by Night, Nordic & Cross des remparts, Duchess Nature Run. 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 Grand Est?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 1,121 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.