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Royat Trail Tour
Royat, France
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
42 km27 km13 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain
FRDepartment & Local Running Guide
Running Calendar Races in Puy-de-Dôme: Local Races & Courses
66 verified events (18 confirmed dates) and 468 races in Races in Puy-de-Dôme with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events6618 confirmed dates
Competitions468Races & courses
Distances2.5 - 778 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+14,500 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Trail des Lions Nocturne
Plauzat, France
January 16, 2027Date confirmed
25 km14 km9 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+4
Photo: Patrick Nouhailler · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Forez Trails
Augerolles, France
March 7, 2027Date confirmed
51 km34 km24 km12 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+4
Photo: Rémih · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Volvic Volcanic Experience (VVX)
Volvic, France
May 6, 2027 to May 8, 2027Date confirmed
111 km85 km46 km26 km+3
High AltitudeEco-Friendly+7
Photo: Rémih · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Trail de l'Améthyste
Sauxillanges, France
May 9, 2027Date confirmed
37 km23 km13 km12 km+2
ForestNature & Off-Road+3
Photo: Syced · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTriathlon
Forez Triceps
Aubusson-d'Auvergne, France
May 23, 2027Date confirmed
73.75 km49.5 km24.25 km
Lakes & PondsNature & Off-Road+3
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Grands Trails d'Auvergne
Aubusson-d'Auvergne, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
175 km130 km80 km49 km+4
Lakes & PondsNature & Off-Road+4
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Cycling
L'Ultr'Arverne
Ambert, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
778 km573 km363 km237 km+5
Multi-DayNature & Off-Road+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 15, 2026 | Royat Trail Tour | Royat, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 42 km27 km13 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 16, 2027 | Trail des Lions Nocturne | Plauzat, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 25 km14 km9 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 7, 2027 | Forez Trails | Augerolles, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 51 km34 km24 km12 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 9, 2027 | Trail de l'Améthyste | Sauxillanges, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 37 km23 km13 km12 km |
| May 23, 2027 | Forez Triceps | Aubusson-d'Auvergne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Triathlon | 73.75 km49.5 km24.25 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Grands Trails d'Auvergne | Aubusson-d'Auvergne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 175 km130 km80 km49 km |
| Date to be announced | L'Ultr'Arverne | Ambert, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road Cycling | 778 km573 km363 km237 km |
| Date to be announced | The Classic Les Copains | Ambert, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road Cycling | 346 km212 km125 km107 km |
| Date to be announced | La Romagnatoise | Romagnat, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningNordic Walking | 51 km45 km43 km27 km |
| Date to be announced | Bike & Run by Decathlon | Saint-Pardoux, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Bike & RunWalking & Hiking | 14 km13 km9 km8 km |
| Date to be announced | Ambertrail | Ambert, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 41 km21 km13 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The administrative area of Races in Puy-de-Dôme (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Puy-de-Dôme, France) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 66 public events and 468 individual races, including 18 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Road Cycling. Key host locations include Royat, Plauzat, Augerolles, and Volvic. Notable events in the selection include Royat Trail Tour, Trail des Lions Nocturne, and Forez Trails.
Race distances span from 2.5 km to 778 km, reaching up to +14,500 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Puy-de-Dôme 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 Puy-de-Dôme?
RunningCompass currently lists 66 verified events with 468 individual races in Races in Puy-de-Dôme. A total of 18 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Royat Trail Tour, Trail des Lions Nocturne, and Forez Trails.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Puy-de-Dôme?
Events in Races in Puy-de-Dôme focus on Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Road Cycling. Course distances range from 2.5 km entry-level races up to 778 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Royat, Plauzat, Augerolles, and Volvic.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Puy-de-Dôme?
The most selective courses in Races in Puy-de-Dôme climb up to +14,500 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 Puy-de-Dôme?
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.