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
FRCity Runs & Local Calendar
Running Calendar Races in Ambert: City Runs, Half Marathons & Trails
12 verified events (8 confirmed dates) and 64 races in Races in Ambert with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events128 confirmed dates
Competitions64Races & courses
Distances0.9 - 778 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+14,500 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Cycling
The Classic Les Copains
Ambert, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
346 km212 km125 km107 km+4
Nature & Off-RoadPoint-to-Point+3
Photo: Rémih · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Ambertrail
Ambert, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
41 km21 km13 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+2
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad CyclingGravel Biking
Outdoor Cycling Series Livradois Forez
Ambert, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
350 km150 km
Nature & Off-RoadCity Run+3
Photo: Javid Nikpour / Mehr News Agency · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningTrail Running
Cross du Courrier de l'Ouest et de la ville d'Angers
Angers, France
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
10.52 km8.58 km6.88 km4.3 km+6
Nature & Off-RoadPublic Park+4
Photo: W. Bulach · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Trail de Plaintel
Plaintel, France
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
42 km25 km12 km6.5 km
Nature & Off-RoadCharity Run
Photo: Jörg Braukmann · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Les Boucles Saint-Quentinoise
Saint-Quentin, France
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km2 km950 m
City RunKids & Youth Races+1
Photo: Moahim · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Le Trail de la Saint Martin
Saint-Martin-de-Londres, France
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
18 km10 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Ambertrail | Ambert, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 41 km21 km13 km |
| Date to be announced | Outdoor Cycling Series Livradois Forez | Ambert, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road CyclingGravel Biking | 350 km150 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 11, 2026 | Cross du Courrier de l'Ouest et de la ville d'Angers | Angers, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road RunningTrail Running | 10.52 km8.58 km6.88 km4.3 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Trail de Plaintel | Plaintel, Brittany, FR | Trail Running | 42 km25 km12 km6.5 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Les Boucles Saint-Quentinoise | Saint-Quentin, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road Running | 10 km5 km2 km950 m |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Le Trail de la Saint Martin | Saint-Martin-de-Londres, Occitanie, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 18 km10 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Carrington Challenge | Louviers, Normandy, FR | Cross Country Running | 8.59 km6.06 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | 100 Steps Race | Biarritz, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Trail Running | 1.1 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | 5km Matmut - Demain le Sport | Paris, Île-de-France, FR | Road Running | 5 km |
| Nov 13, 2026 - Nov 14, 2026 | Semi-Marathon de la Vente des Vins des Hospices de Beaune | Beaune, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, FR | Road RunningNordic Walking | 21.1 km10.4 km10 km8 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The host city of Races in Ambert (Puy-de-Dôme, Ambert, France) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 64 individual races, including 8 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, and Road Cycling. Key host locations include Ambert, Angers, Plaintel, and Saint-Quentin. Notable events in the selection include L'Ultr'Arverne, The Classic Les Copains, and Ambertrail.
Race distances span from 0.9 km to 778 km, reaching up to +14,500 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Ambert 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 Ambert?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 64 individual races in Races in Ambert. A total of 8 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include L'Ultr'Arverne, The Classic Les Copains, and Ambertrail.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Ambert?
Events in Races in Ambert focus on Trail Running, Road Running, and Road Cycling. Course distances range from 0.9 km entry-level races up to 778 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Ambert, Angers, Plaintel, and Saint-Quentin.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Ambert?
The most selective courses in Races in Ambert 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 Ambert?
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.