Photo: Patrick Nouhailler · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Authre Tour Trail
Naucelles, France
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
15 km13 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+1
FRDepartment & Local Running Guide
Running Calendar Races in Cantal: Local Races & Courses
25 verified events (2 confirmed dates) and 163 races in Races in Cantal with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events252 confirmed dates
Competitions163Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 114 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+5,500 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Patrick Nouhailler · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: iMahesh · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsWalking & HikingTrail RunningNational Trail Challenge
Le Tour du Nipalou
Lorcières, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
53 km21 km20 km18 km+7
ForestKids & Youth Races+4
Photo: Daniel Simpson · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningMountain BikingNational Trail Challenge
La Pastourelle
Salers, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
91 km60 km55 km44 km+5
ForestLakes & Ponds+5
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad CyclingMountain Biking
Ultra Rando Cassaniouze
Cassaniouze, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
75 km64 km55 km25 km+4
Nature & Off-RoadForest+1
Photo: Daniel Simpson · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningMountain Biking
Trail des 6 Burons
Riom-ès-Montagnes, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
79 km45 km30 km26 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+3
Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Ultra Trail Puy Mary Aurillac
Aurillac, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
114 km50 km28 km20 km+1
MountainForest+5
Photo: Daniel Simpson · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
The 4 x 1800 Trail
Le Lioran, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
48 km35 km22 km13 km+1
MountainNature & Off-Road+4
Photo: Patrick Nouhailler · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Foulées du Cézallier
Marcenat, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
40 km28 km20 km12 km+2
Kids & Youth RacesHigh Altitude+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 15, 2026 | Authre Tour Trail | Naucelles, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 15 km13 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Le Tour du Nipalou | Lorcières, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Walking & HikingTrail Running | 53 km21 km20 km18 km |
| Date to be announced | La Pastourelle | Salers, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningMountain Biking | 91 km60 km55 km44 km |
| Date to be announced | Ultra Rando Cassaniouze | Cassaniouze, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road CyclingMountain Biking | 75 km64 km55 km25 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail des 6 Burons | Riom-ès-Montagnes, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningMountain Biking | 79 km45 km30 km26 km |
| Date to be announced | Ultra Trail Puy Mary Aurillac | Aurillac, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 114 km50 km28 km20 km |
| Date to be announced | The 4 x 1800 Trail | Le Lioran, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 48 km35 km22 km13 km |
| Date to be announced | Foulées du Cézallier | Marcenat, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 40 km28 km20 km12 km |
| Date to be announced | Chestnut Grove Loop | Montsalvy, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningRoad Cycling | 70 km68 km43 km28.6 km |
| Date to be announced | Winter Trail of Saint-Etienne de Maurs | Saint-Étienne-de-Maurs, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 28 km14 km12 km9 km |
| Date to be announced | The Grand Route | Chaudes-Aigues, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Mountain BikingWalking & Hiking | 63 km27 km17 km |
| Date to be announced | Raid des Gabariers | Chalvignac, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 39 km26 km15 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The administrative area of Races in Cantal (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Cantal, France) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 25 public events and 163 individual races, including 2 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Mountain Biking. Key host locations include Naucelles, Lorcières, Salers, and Cassaniouze. Notable events in the selection include Authre Tour Trail, Le Tour du Nipalou, and La Pastourelle.
Race distances span from 0.5 km to 114 km, reaching up to +5,500 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Cantal 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 Cantal?
RunningCompass currently lists 25 verified events with 163 individual races in Races in Cantal. A total of 2 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Authre Tour Trail, Le Tour du Nipalou, and La Pastourelle.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Cantal?
Events in Races in Cantal focus on Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Mountain Biking. Course distances range from 0.5 km entry-level races up to 114 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Naucelles, Lorcières, Salers, and Cassaniouze.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Cantal?
The most selective courses in Races in Cantal climb up to +5,500 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 Cantal?
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.