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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
FRTrail Running · Ultra-Trails · Grand Est · 12 Events · 49 Races
Ultra-Trails in Grand Est
12 verified events with 49 individual races (1 confirmed dates) in Grand Est complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events121 confirmed dates
Competitions49Races & courses
Distances1 - 205 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+6,300 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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UTTN Ultra-Trail Tour de Nancy
Nancy, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
115 km74 km35 km19 km+4
City RunNature & Off-Road+3
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Trail de la Vallée des Lacs
Gérardmer, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
65 km33 km15 km13 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadForest+4
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Reims Champagne Run
Reims, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
87 km42 km21.1 km10 km+1
City RunKids & Youth Races+4
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Ardennes Mega Trail
Les Hautes-Rivières, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
85 km49 km26 km13 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+4
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Marathon du Grand Ballon
Oderen, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
80 km42 km22 km13 km
High AltitudeMountain+2
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Trail du Haut-Koenigsbourg
Kintzheim, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
102 km59 km26 km14 km
Nature & Off-RoadCastles+7
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Munster'trail
Munster, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
100 km40 km20 km10 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
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 | UTTN Ultra-Trail Tour de Nancy | Nancy, Grand Est, FR | Trail RunningNordic Walking | 115 km74 km35 km19 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail de la Vallée des Lacs | Gérardmer, Grand Est, FR | Trail Running | 65 km33 km15 km13 km |
| Date to be announced | Reims Champagne Run | Reims, Grand Est, FR | Trail RunningRoad Running | 87 km42 km21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Ardennes Mega Trail | Les Hautes-Rivières, Grand Est, FR | Trail Running | 85 km49 km26 km13 km |
| Date to be announced | Marathon du Grand Ballon | Oderen, Grand Est, FR | Trail Running | 80 km42 km22 km13 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail du Haut-Koenigsbourg | Kintzheim, Grand Est, FR | Trail Running | 102 km59 km26 km14 km |
| Date to be announced | Munster'trail | Munster, Grand Est, FR | Trail Running | 100 km40 km20 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | 100 km de Metz Métropole | Metz, Grand Est, FR | Trail Running | 100 km50 km |
| Date to be announced | Plague Challenge | Raon-l'Étape, Grand Est, FR | Trail Running | 103 km79 km74 km |
| Date to be announced | Vosgi'Schloss | Niederbronn, Grand Est, FR | Trail Running | 205 km |
| Date to be announced | Trailwalker Oxfam forêts de Nancy | Nancy, Grand Est, FR | Trail Running | 100 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 Grand Est directory, RunningCompass curates 12 events comprising 49 individual races, including 1 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 1 km to 205 km and elevation gains up to +6,300 m. Key host locations include Colmar, Nancy, Gérardmer, Reims. Notable events in this selection include Trail Alsace Grand Est by UTMB, UTTN Ultra-Trail Tour de Nancy, Trail de la Vallée des Lacs.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Ultra-Trails in Grand Est?
This overview currently includes 12 verified events featuring 49 individual races. Of these, 1 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 11 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Ultra-Trails in Grand Est?
Races in this selection span distances of 1 km to 205 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +6,300 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Trail Running, Nordic Walking, Road Running.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Ultra-Trails in Grand Est?
Top host locations include Colmar, Nancy, Gérardmer, Reims, Les Hautes-Rivières. Representative events in the catalog include Trail Alsace Grand Est by UTMB, UTTN Ultra-Trail Tour de Nancy, Trail de la Vallée des Lacs, Reims Champagne Run. 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 Grand Est?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 49 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.