Photo: D Delang · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
White Trail of the Ardèche Mountains
Astet, France
January 9, 2027Date confirmed
20 km12 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+3
FRDepartment & Local Running Guide
Running Calendar Races in Ardèche: Local Races & Courses
63 verified events (15 confirmed dates) and 646 races in Races in Ardèche with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events6315 confirmed dates
Competitions646Races & courses
Distances0.6 - 626 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+11,395 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: D Delang · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Rémih · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Trail Festival
Vinzieux, France
April 4, 2027Date confirmed
30 km20 km10 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+1
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Cycling
L'Ardéchoise
Saint-Félicien, France
June 9, 2027 to June 12, 2027Date confirmed
626 km603 km601 km561 km+47
ForestMountain+5
Photo: Joseromerag · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsMountain Biking
Monts d'Ardèche MTB Raid
Le Cheylard, France
June 19, 2027 to June 20, 2027Date confirmed
130 km
Nature & Off-RoadMulti-Day+1
Photo: Rémih · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Trail des Violettes
Sainte-Eulalie, France
July 17, 2027Date confirmed
34 km23 km10 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+1
Photo: Syced · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTriathlonDuathlon
Gorges Triathlon
Saint-Martin-d'Ardèche, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
164.8 km103 km100 km83 km+2
Kids & Youth RacesLakes & Ponds+4
Photo: Luigi936 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Taranis Arga Trail
Joannas, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
118 km107 km96 km84 km+6
Nature & Off-RoadForest+3
Photo: Joseromerag · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsMountain BikingTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
The Neanderthal of Pont d'Arc
Vallon-Pont-d'Arc, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
41 km34 km27 km20 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadKids & Youth Races+5
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 9, 2027 | White Trail of the Ardèche Mountains | Astet, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 20 km12 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 4, 2027 | Trail Festival | Vinzieux, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 30 km20 km10 km |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 9, 2027 - Jun 12, 2027 | L'Ardéchoise | Saint-Félicien, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road Cycling | 626 km603 km601 km561 km |
| Jun 19, 2027 - Jun 20, 2027 | Monts d'Ardèche MTB Raid | Le Cheylard, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Mountain Biking | 130 km |
July 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 17, 2027 | Trail des Violettes | Sainte-Eulalie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 34 km23 km10 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Gorges Triathlon | Saint-Martin-d'Ardèche, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | TriathlonDuathlon | 164.8 km103 km100 km83 km |
| Date to be announced | Taranis Arga Trail | Joannas, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 118 km107 km96 km84 km |
| Date to be announced | The Neanderthal of Pont d'Arc | Vallon-Pont-d'Arc, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Mountain BikingTrail Running | 41 km34 km27 km20 km |
| Date to be announced | Ardèche Trail La Voie Romaine | Désaignes, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 57 km36 km20 km12 km |
| Date to be announced | Les Sources de la Borne | Felines, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Mountain BikingTrail Running | 40 km25 km24 km13 km |
| Date to be announced | Annonay Trail | Annonay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningRoad Running | 15 km10 km3 km1.5 km |
| Date to be announced | Ardèche Gravel | Tournon-sur-Rhône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Gravel Biking | 200 km70 km50 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The administrative area of Races in Ardèche (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Ardèche, France) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 63 public events and 646 individual races, including 15 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Mountain Biking. Key host locations include Astet, Vinzieux, Saint-Félicien, and Le Cheylard. Notable events in the selection include White Trail of the Ardèche Mountains, Trail Festival, and L'Ardéchoise.
Race distances span from 0.6 km to 626 km, reaching up to +11,395 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Ardèche 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 Ardèche?
RunningCompass currently lists 63 verified events with 646 individual races in Races in Ardèche. A total of 15 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include White Trail of the Ardèche Mountains, Trail Festival, and L'Ardéchoise.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Ardèche?
Events in Races in Ardèche focus on Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Mountain Biking. Course distances range from 0.6 km entry-level races up to 626 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Astet, Vinzieux, Saint-Félicien, and Le Cheylard.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Ardèche?
The most selective courses in Races in Ardèche climb up to +11,395 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 Ardèche?
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.