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Asics SaintéLyon
Lyon, France
November 28, 2026 to November 29, 2026Date confirmed
160 km80 km45 km35 km+3
Kids & Youth RacesMountain+7
FRCity Runs & Local Calendar
Running Calendar Races in Lyon: City Runs, Half Marathons & Trails
33 verified events (11 confirmed dates) and 187 races in Races in Lyon with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events3311 confirmed dates
Competitions187Races & courses
Distances1 - 160 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+3,888 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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The MyoNeurAlp Muscle Relay
Lyon, France
December 6, 2026Date confirmed
14 km7 km
RelayPublic Park+3
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Radiance Mutuelle Lyon Urban Trail
Lyon, France
April 4, 2027Date confirmed
35 km25 km18 km12 km
Urban TrailPublic Park+7
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Run In Lyon
Lyon, France
October 3, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
Public ParkCity Run+7
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Run FOR THEM
Lyon, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km5 km2.5 km
Charity RunPublic Park+4
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Open Lakes Triathlon Lyon
Lyon, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
115.9 km54.5 km31.5 km17.4 km+3
Nature & Off-RoadLakes & Ponds+2
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The MJC Race
Lyon, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km5 km1.5 km1 km
City RunCulture & History+2
Photo: Daniel Simpson · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Run in Spirit - Lyon
Lyon, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
9 km6 km3 km
City RunPublic Park+2
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 28, 2026 - Nov 29, 2026 | Asics SaintéLyon | Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 160 km80 km45 km35 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 6, 2026 | The MyoNeurAlp Muscle Relay | Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 14 km7 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 4, 2027 | Radiance Mutuelle Lyon Urban Trail | Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 35 km25 km18 km12 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 3, 2027 | Run In Lyon | Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Run FOR THEM | Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km2.5 km |
| Date to be announced | Open Lakes Triathlon Lyon | Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Triathlon | 115.9 km54.5 km31.5 km17.4 km |
| Date to be announced | The MJC Race | Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km1.5 km1 km |
| Date to be announced | Run in Spirit - Lyon | Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road Running | 9 km6 km3 km |
| Date to be announced | Ultra Boucle de la Sarra | Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 24 h6 h2 h |
| Date to be announced | Harmony Mutual Swimrun of Lyon | Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Swimrun | 28.5 km23.5 km11.8 km6.4 km |
| Date to be announced | Course des Héros - Lyon | Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km1 km |
| Date to be announced | Radiance Mutuelle LUT By Night | Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 30 km20 km10 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The host city of Races in Lyon (Rhône, Lyon, France) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 33 public events and 187 individual races, including 11 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Walking & Hiking, and Trail Running. Key host locations include Lyon. Notable events in the selection include Asics SaintéLyon, The MyoNeurAlp Muscle Relay, and Radiance Mutuelle Lyon Urban Trail.
Race distances span from 1 km to 160 km, reaching up to +3,888 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Lyon 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 Lyon?
RunningCompass currently lists 33 verified events with 187 individual races in Races in Lyon. A total of 11 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Asics SaintéLyon, The MyoNeurAlp Muscle Relay, and Radiance Mutuelle Lyon Urban Trail.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Lyon?
Events in Races in Lyon focus on Road Running, Walking & Hiking, and Trail Running. Course distances range from 1 km entry-level races up to 160 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Lyon.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Lyon?
The most selective courses in Races in Lyon climb up to +3,888 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 Lyon?
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.