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Royat Trail Tour
Royat, France
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
42 km27 km13 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain
FRRunning Territory & Spot
Runs & Courses in Races in Auvergne: Trails, Road Races & Events
163 verified events (36 confirmed dates) and 829 races in Races in Auvergne with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events16336 confirmed dates
Competitions829Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 140 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+6,000 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Patrick Nouhailler · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsPhoto: 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
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: Christoph Strässler · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Firefly Trail
Riotord, France
February 6, 2027Date confirmed
32 km17 km10 km8 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadSnow+5
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: Daniel Simpson · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Foulées Vichyssoises
Vichy, France
March 20, 2027 to March 21, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+1
Photo: Patrick Nouhailler · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Trail Retournacois
Retournac, France
March 21, 2027Date confirmed
24 km15 km10 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain
Photo: Rémih · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Les Boucles de l'EACCD
Beaulon, France
April 4, 2027Date confirmed
10 km5 km2 km1 km
Kids & Youth RacesCity Run
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 |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Authre Tour Trail | Naucelles, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 15 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 |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 6, 2027 | Firefly Trail | Riotord, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 32 km17 km10 km8 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 |
| Mar 20, 2027 - Mar 21, 2027 | Foulées Vichyssoises | Vichy, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Mar 21, 2027 | Trail Retournacois | Retournac, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 24 km15 km10 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 4, 2027 | Les Boucles de l'EACCD | Beaulon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road Running | 10 km5 km2 km1 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 |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 18, 2027 - Jun 20, 2027 | Trail du Saint-Jacques by UTMB | Le Puy-en-Velay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 140 km88 km55 km28 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running territory of Races in Auvergne (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Auvergne, France) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 163 public events and 829 individual races, including 36 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Road Running. Key host locations include Royat, Naucelles, Plauzat, and Riotord. Notable events in the selection include Royat Trail Tour, Authre Tour Trail, and Trail des Lions Nocturne.
Race distances span from 0.5 km to 140 km, reaching up to +6,000 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Auvergne 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 Auvergne?
RunningCompass currently lists 163 verified events with 829 individual races in Races in Auvergne. A total of 36 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Royat Trail Tour, Authre Tour Trail, and Trail des Lions Nocturne.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Auvergne?
Events in Races in Auvergne focus on Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Road Running. Course distances range from 0.5 km entry-level races up to 140 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Royat, Naucelles, Plauzat, and Riotord.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Auvergne?
The most selective courses in Races in Auvergne climb up to +6,000 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 Auvergne?
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.