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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 · Lyon · 45 Events · 225 Races
Trail Running in Lyon
45 verified events with 225 individual races (27 confirmed dates) in Lyon complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events4527 confirmed dates
Competitions225Races & courses
Distances0.8 - 160 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+3,888 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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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
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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
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USOL Trail Challenge
Vaugneray, France
April 3, 2027Date confirmed
4.3 km12 h
Nature & Off-RoadRelay+2
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Radiance Mutuelle Lyon Urban Trail
Lyon, France
April 4, 2027Date confirmed
35 km25 km18 km12 km
Urban TrailPublic Park+7
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Vet'o Trail
Marcy-l'Étoile, France
April 25, 2027Date confirmed
22 km12 km6 km
ForestNature & Off-Road+2
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ToussOtrail
Toussieu, France
April 25, 2027Date confirmed
25 km13 km10 km
Nature & Off-RoadKids & Youth Races+2
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 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 |
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 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 |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 3, 2027 | Run In Lyon | Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Trail de l'Aqueduc de Sainte Foy-lès-Lyon | Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 42 km22 km11 km3 km |
| Date to be announced | Ultra Boucle de la Sarra | Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 24 h6 h2 h |
| Date to be announced | Radiance Mutuelle LUT By Night | Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 30 km20 km10 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 Lyon directory, RunningCompass curates 45 events comprising 225 individual races, including 27 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 0.8 km to 160 km and elevation gains up to +3,888 m. Key host locations include La Tour-de-Salvagny, Lyon, Caluire-et-Cuire, Saint-Symphorien-d'Ozon. Notable events in this selection include Salvagny Trail Tour, Asics SaintéLyon, Urban Trail of Caluire.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Trail Running in Lyon?
This overview currently includes 45 verified events featuring 225 individual races. Of these, 27 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 18 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Trail Running in Lyon?
Races in this selection span distances of 0.8 km to 160 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +3,888 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, Walking & Hiking.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Trail Running in Lyon?
Top host locations include La Tour-de-Salvagny, Lyon, Caluire-et-Cuire, Saint-Symphorien-d'Ozon, Vaugneray. Representative events in the catalog include Salvagny Trail Tour, Asics SaintéLyon, Urban Trail of Caluire, Le Printemps d'Ozon Courir. 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 Lyon?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 225 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.