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Volvic Volcanic Experience (VVX)
Volvic, France
May 6, 2027 to May 8, 2027Date confirmed
111 km85 km46 km26 km+3
High AltitudeEco-Friendly+7
FRCity Runs & Local Calendar
Running Calendar Races in Volvic: City Runs, Half Marathons & Trails
12 verified events (9 confirmed dates) and 59 races in Races in Volvic with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events129 confirmed dates
Competitions59Races & courses
Distances0.9 - 162 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+3,280 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Trail de Vulcain
Volvic, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
77 km48 km22 km13 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadForest+3
Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Volvic Halloween Trail
Volvic, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
18 km9 km
Night RunKids & Youth Races+6
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Cycling
La Volcane
Volvic, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
162 km100 km63 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+1
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
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 |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Trail de Vulcain | Volvic, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 77 km48 km22 km13 km |
| Date to be announced | Volvic Halloween Trail | Volvic, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 18 km9 km |
| Date to be announced | La Volcane | Volvic, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road Cycling | 162 km100 km63 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 Volvic (Puy-de-Dôme, Volvic, France) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 59 individual races, including 9 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Road Running. Key host locations include Volvic, Angers, Plaintel, and Saint-Quentin. Notable events in the selection include Volvic Volcanic Experience (VVX), Trail de Vulcain, and Volvic Halloween Trail.
Race distances span from 0.9 km to 162 km, reaching up to +3,280 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Volvic 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 Volvic?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 59 individual races in Races in Volvic. A total of 9 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Volvic Volcanic Experience (VVX), Trail de Vulcain, and Volvic Halloween Trail.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Volvic?
Events in Races in Volvic focus on Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Road Running. Course distances range from 0.9 km entry-level races up to 162 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Volvic, Angers, Plaintel, and Saint-Quentin.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Volvic?
The most selective courses in Races in Volvic climb up to +3,280 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 Volvic?
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.