Photo: Christoph Strässler · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Trail Nocturne Haut Bugey
Plateau d'Hauteville, France
December 11, 2026Date confirmed
14 km7 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+4
FRDepartment & Local Running Guide
Running Calendar Races in Ain: Local Races & Courses
96 verified events (33 confirmed dates) and 520 races in Races in Ain with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events9633 confirmed dates
Competitions520Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 120 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+5,000 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: Rémih · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
The Feillens Market Gardener
Feillens, France
February 6, 2027Date confirmed
10 km5 km3 km1.5 km+1
City RunKids & Youth Races+3
Photo: Rémih · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Trail des Chamois
Coligny, France
March 14, 2027Date confirmed
67 km42 km31 km19 km+3
Nature & Off-RoadForest+2
Photo: Gzen92 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & HikingChallenge de la Convivialité
Marathon Bresse Dombes
Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne, France
April 25, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km11.6 km10 km+2
CastlesCharity Run+13
Photo: Rémih · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & HikingUTMB Index Races
Trail de Douvres
Douvres, France
April 25, 2027Date confirmed
30 km21 km13 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+1
Photo: Basotxerri · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsFitness Racing
Hybrid Race Massieux - Saint Bonnet de Mure
Massieux, France
April 25, 2027Date confirmed
8 km
RelayFestive+5
Photo: Rémih · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Trail de la Michaille
Valserhône, France
April 25, 2027Date confirmed
32 km22 km12 km
Nature & Off-RoadKids & Youth Races+2
Photo: Christoph Strässler · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Izer'Loop
Izernore, France
May 15, 2027Date confirmed
5.95 km
Culture & HistorySnow+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 11, 2026 | Trail Nocturne Haut Bugey | Plateau d'Hauteville, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 14 km7 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 6, 2027 | The Feillens Market Gardener | Feillens, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road Running | 10 km5 km3 km1.5 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 14, 2027 | Trail des Chamois | Coligny, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 67 km42 km31 km19 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 25, 2027 | Marathon Bresse Dombes | Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 42.2 km21.1 km11.6 km10 km |
| Apr 25, 2027 | Trail de Douvres | Douvres, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 30 km21 km13 km |
| Apr 25, 2027 | Hybrid Race Massieux - Saint Bonnet de Mure | Massieux, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Fitness Racing | 8 km |
| Apr 25, 2027 | Trail de la Michaille | Valserhône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 32 km22 km12 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2027 | Izer'Loop | Izernore, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 5.95 km |
| May 16, 2027 | Trail de la Grande Montagne | Le Poizat-Lalleyriat, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 42 km25 km12 km |
September 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 11, 2027 | Gravity Race | Nantua, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningSwimrun | 34 km21 km20 km14 km |
| Sep 25, 2027 | Ultra Trail Grand Colombier | Culoz, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 120 km80 km45 km30 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Trail de Brénod | Brénod, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 42 km24 km16 km10 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The administrative area of Races in Ain (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Ain, France) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 96 public events and 520 individual races, including 33 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Road Running. Key host locations include Plateau d'Hauteville, Feillens, Coligny, and Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne. Notable events in the selection include Trail Nocturne Haut Bugey, The Feillens Market Gardener, and Trail des Chamois.
Race distances span from 0.5 km to 120 km, reaching up to +5,000 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Ain includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Races in Ain?
RunningCompass currently lists 96 verified events with 520 individual races in Races in Ain. A total of 33 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Trail Nocturne Haut Bugey, The Feillens Market Gardener, and Trail des Chamois.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Ain?
Events in Races in Ain focus on Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Road Running. Course distances range from 0.5 km entry-level races up to 120 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Plateau d'Hauteville, Feillens, Coligny, and Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Ain?
The most selective courses in Races in Ain climb up to +5,000 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Races in Ain?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.