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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
FRRunning Territory & Spot
Runs & Courses in Races in Auvergne Volcanoes Park: Trails, Road Races & Events
31 verified events (3 confirmed dates) and 207 races in Races in Auvergne Volcanoes Park with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events313 confirmed dates
Competitions207Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 111 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+4,000 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Aquaterra
Bort-les-Orgues, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
85 km50 km40 km27 km+4
ForestNature & Off-Road+4
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La Pastourelle
Salers, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
91 km60 km55 km44 km+5
ForestLakes & Ponds+5
Photo: Daniel Simpson · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningMountain Biking
Trail des 6 Burons
Riom-ès-Montagnes, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
79 km45 km30 km26 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+3
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Trail des Volcans
Murat-le-Quaire, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
75 km43 km32 km20 km+1
MountainNature & Off-Road+4
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The 4 x 1800 Trail
Le Lioran, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
48 km35 km22 km13 km+1
MountainNature & Off-Road+4
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Foulées du Cézallier
Marcenat, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
40 km28 km20 km12 km+2
Kids & Youth RacesHigh Altitude+1
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Trail de Vulcain
Volvic, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
77 km48 km22 km13 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadForest+3
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 | Aquaterra | Bort-les-Orgues, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 85 km50 km40 km27 km |
| Date to be announced | La Pastourelle | Salers, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningMountain Biking | 91 km60 km55 km44 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail des 6 Burons | Riom-ès-Montagnes, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningMountain Biking | 79 km45 km30 km26 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail des Volcans | Murat-le-Quaire, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 75 km43 km32 km20 km |
| Date to be announced | The 4 x 1800 Trail | Le Lioran, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 48 km35 km22 km13 km |
| Date to be announced | Foulées du Cézallier | Marcenat, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 40 km28 km20 km12 km |
| 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 | 8h Cycling Charade | Saint-Gènes-Champanelle, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road Cycling | 8 h4 h2 h |
| Date to be announced | Les Foulées des 2 Roches | Rochefort-Montagne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningMountain Biking | 50 km45 km27 km15 km |
| Date to be announced | Ronde des Lacs | Aydat, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Mountain Biking | 75 km60 km50 km25 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running territory of Races in Auvergne Volcanoes Park (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Auvergne Volcanoes Park, France) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 31 public events and 207 individual races, including 3 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Mountain Biking. Key host locations include Volvic, Bort-les-Orgues, Salers, and Riom-ès-Montagnes. Notable events in the selection include Volvic Volcanic Experience (VVX), Aquaterra, and La Pastourelle.
Race distances span from 0.5 km to 111 km, reaching up to +4,000 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Auvergne Volcanoes Park 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 Volcanoes Park?
RunningCompass currently lists 31 verified events with 207 individual races in Races in Auvergne Volcanoes Park. A total of 3 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), Aquaterra, and La Pastourelle.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Auvergne Volcanoes Park?
Events in Races in Auvergne Volcanoes Park focus on Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Mountain Biking. Course distances range from 0.5 km entry-level races up to 111 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Volvic, Bort-les-Orgues, Salers, and Riom-ès-Montagnes.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Auvergne Volcanoes Park?
The most selective courses in Races in Auvergne Volcanoes Park climb up to +4,000 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 Volcanoes Park?
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.