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The Memory Run
Orbey, France
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
27.8 km9.5 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest
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Trail Running in Alsace
50 verified events with 246 individual races (12 confirmed dates) in Alsace complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events5012 confirmed dates
Competitions246Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 156 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+5,100 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Trail du Petit Ballon
Rouffach, France
March 14, 2027Date confirmed
53 km42 km23 km12 km+4
VineyardsNature & Off-Road+3
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Freiburg Trailrun
Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
April 17, 2027Date confirmed
34 km18 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain
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Trail Alsace Grand Est by UTMB
Colmar, France
May 13, 2027 to May 16, 2027Date confirmed
156 km109 km47 km29 km+1
ForestCastles+3
Photo: Nicolas Torquet · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningRoad Running
Wangen Corridas
Wangen, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
18 km11 km5 km3 km+4
Nature & Off-RoadForest+2
Photo: Nicolas Torquet · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningRoad Running
La Fastienne
Guebwiller, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
22.5 km18.4 km10.5 km9 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadForest+3
Photo: Nicolas Torquet · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Natura Cap Eckwersheim
Eckwersheim, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21 km10 km5 km
Kids & Youth RacesNature & Off-Road
Photo: Nicolas Torquet · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningNordic Walking
Les Foulées D'Ungersheim
Ungersheim, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
12.5 km8.44 km7.8 km
Kids & Youth RacesLakes & Ponds+3
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 |
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 |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 17, 2027 | Freiburg Trailrun | Freiburg im Breisgau, Baden-Württemberg, DE | Trail Running | 34 km18 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 | Wangen Corridas | Wangen, Grand Est, FR | Trail RunningRoad Running | 18 km11 km5 km3 km |
| Date to be announced | La Fastienne | Guebwiller, Grand Est, FR | Trail RunningRoad Running | 22.5 km18.4 km10.5 km9 km |
| Date to be announced | Natura Cap Eckwersheim | Eckwersheim, Grand Est, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 21 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Les Foulées D'Ungersheim | Ungersheim, Grand Est, FR | Trail RunningNordic Walking | 12.5 km8.44 km7.8 km |
| Date to be announced | Morsbronn Races | Morsbronn-les-Bains, Grand Est, FR | Trail RunningRoad Running | 10 km5 km1.6 km800 m |
| Date to be announced | Les Courses du Taennchel | Ribeauvillé, Grand Est, FR | Trail RunningNordic Walking | 33.78 km23.71 km11.55 km11.45 km |
| Date to be announced | Tous au Bernstein | Dambach-la-ville, Grand Est, FR | Trail Running | 24 km16 km9 km4 km |
| Date to be announced | Trails du Val d'Argent | Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines, Grand Est, FR | Trail Running | 43.5 km23.2 km11 km5 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 Alsace directory, RunningCompass curates 50 events comprising 246 individual races, including 12 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 0.5 km to 156 km and elevation gains up to +5,100 m. Key host locations include Orbey, Rouffach, Freiburg im Breisgau, Colmar. Notable events in this selection include The Memory Run, Trail du Petit Ballon, Freiburg Trailrun.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Trail Running in Alsace?
This overview currently includes 50 verified events featuring 246 individual races. Of these, 12 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 Alsace?
Races in this selection span distances of 0.5 km to 156 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +5,100 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, Nordic Walking.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Trail Running in Alsace?
Top host locations include Orbey, Rouffach, Freiburg im Breisgau, Colmar, Wangen. Representative events in the catalog include The Memory Run, Trail du Petit Ballon, Freiburg Trailrun, Trail Alsace Grand Est by UTMB. 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 Alsace?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 246 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.