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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
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Ultra-Trails in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
51 verified events with 421 individual races (36 confirmed dates) in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events5136 confirmed dates
Competitions421Races & courses
Distances1 - 300 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+25,000 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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The Beaujolais Odyssey
Fleurie, France
April 10, 2027 to April 11, 2027Date confirmed
94 km60 km42 km33 km+2
VineyardsForest+5
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Les 24 Tours Sans Venin
Seyssinet-Pariset, France
April 10, 2027 to April 11, 2027Date confirmed
144 km42 km24 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+3
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Trail du Lac de Paladru
Montferrat, France
April 16, 2027 to April 18, 2027Date confirmed
85 km55 km49 km45 km+6
Lakes & PondsMountain+12
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Volvic Volcanic Experience (VVX)
Volvic, France
May 6, 2027 to May 8, 2027Date confirmed
111 km85 km46 km26 km+3
High AltitudeEco-Friendly+7
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Ultra-Trail des Coursières
Saint-Martin-en-Haut, France
May 7, 2027 to May 8, 2027Date confirmed
163 km104 km51.9 km24 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+6
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Adidas TERREX Maxi-Race
Annecy, France
May 28, 2027 to May 30, 2027Date confirmed
105 km100 km55 km42 km+4
High AltitudeForest+7
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Trail du Saint-Jacques by UTMB
Le Puy-en-Velay, France
June 18, 2027 to June 20, 2027Date confirmed
140 km88 km55 km28 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadForest+3
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 28, 2026 - Nov 29, 2026 | Asics SaintéLyon | Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 160 km80 km45 km35 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 10, 2027 - Apr 11, 2027 | The Beaujolais Odyssey | Fleurie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 94 km60 km42 km33 km |
| Apr 10, 2027 - Apr 11, 2027 | Les 24 Tours Sans Venin | Seyssinet-Pariset, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 144 km42 km24 km |
| Apr 16, 2027 - Apr 18, 2027 | Trail du Lac de Paladru | Montferrat, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningNordic Walking | 85 km55 km49 km45 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 6, 2027 - May 8, 2027 | Volvic Volcanic Experience (VVX) | Volvic, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 111 km85 km46 km26 km |
| 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 |
| May 28, 2027 - May 30, 2027 | Adidas TERREX Maxi-Race | Annecy, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 105 km100 km55 km42 km |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 18, 2027 - Jun 20, 2027 | Trail du Saint-Jacques by UTMB | Le Puy-en-Velay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 140 km88 km55 km28 km |
| Jun 24, 2027 - Jun 27, 2027 | Mont-Blanc Marathon | Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 92 km42 km23 km21 km |
July 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 4, 2027 - Jul 10, 2027 | Le tour des 6 Vallées de l'Oisans | Die Deux Alpes, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 200 km100 km42 km41 km |
| Jul 15, 2027 - Jul 17, 2027 | Oisans Trail Tour | Vaujany, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 84 km38 km23 km9 km |
August 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 23, 2027 - Aug 29, 2027 | UTMB | Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 300 km176 km148 km101 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Ultra-trails span from 50 km to over 160 km across mountain ranges and natural parks, requiring mandatory gear, night running skills, and self-sufficiency. Off-road running on singletrack, forest paths, and alpine ridges, spanning short discovery trails to high-mountain ultra-trails. In this Ultra-Trails in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes directory, RunningCompass curates 51 events comprising 421 individual races, including 36 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 1 km to 300 km and elevation gains up to +25,000 m. Key host locations include Lyon, Fleurie, Seyssinet-Pariset, Montferrat. Notable events in this selection include Asics SaintéLyon, The Beaujolais Odyssey, Les 24 Tours Sans Venin.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Ultra-Trails in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes?
This overview currently includes 51 verified events featuring 421 individual races. Of these, 36 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 15 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Ultra-Trails in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes?
Races in this selection span distances of 1 km to 300 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +25,000 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, Nordic Walking.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Ultra-Trails in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes?
Top host locations include Lyon, Fleurie, Seyssinet-Pariset, Montferrat, Volvic. Representative events in the catalog include Asics SaintéLyon, The Beaujolais Odyssey, Les 24 Tours Sans Venin, Trail du Lac de Paladru. Ultra-trails span from 50 km to over 160 km across mountain ranges and natural parks, requiring mandatory gear, night running skills, and self-sufficiency.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Ultra-Trails in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 421 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.