Photo: Nicolas Torquet · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
The Memory Run
Orbey, France
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
27.8 km9.5 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest
FRRunning Territory & Spot
Runs & Courses in Races in Alsace: Trails, Road Races & Events
111 verified events (30 confirmed dates) and 518 races in Races in Alsace with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events11130 confirmed dates
Competitions518Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 300 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+5,100 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Nicolas Torquet · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsPhoto: Nicolas Torquet · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
The Wintzenheim Races
Winzenheim, France
November 29, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km
City RunPublic Park
Photo: Cjp24 · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Trail du Petit Ballon
Rouffach, France
March 14, 2027Date confirmed
53 km42 km23 km12 km+4
VineyardsNature & Off-Road+3
Photo: pictures Jettcom · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Fribourg Marathon
Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
April 4, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunKids & Youth Races+1
Photo: pictures Jettcom · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Freiburg Trailrun
Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
April 17, 2027Date confirmed
34 km18 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain
Photo: Matti Blume · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsGravel Biking
Gravel Rally Rhine Valley
Eichstetten am Kaiserstuhl, Germany
April 23, 2027 to April 25, 2027Date confirmed
300 km160 km140 km90 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+3
Photo: Avi1111 dr. avishai teicher · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Courses de Strasbourg-Europe
Strasbourg, France
May 9, 2027Date confirmed
31.1 km21.1 km10 km5 km
Public ParkKids & Youth Races+6
Photo: Avi1111 dr. avishai teicher · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Trail Alsace Grand Est by UTMB
Colmar, France
May 13, 2027 to May 16, 2027Date confirmed
156 km109 km47 km29 km+1
ForestCastles+3
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 | The Memory Run | Orbey, Grand Est, FR | Trail Running | 27.8 km9.5 km |
| Nov 29, 2026 | The Wintzenheim Races | Winzenheim, Grand Est, FR | Road Running | 10 km5 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 14, 2027 | Trail du Petit Ballon | Rouffach, Grand Est, FR | Trail Running | 53 km42 km23 km12 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 4, 2027 | Fribourg Marathon | Freiburg im Breisgau, Baden-Württemberg, DE | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Apr 17, 2027 | Freiburg Trailrun | Freiburg im Breisgau, Baden-Württemberg, DE | Trail Running | 34 km18 km |
| Apr 23, 2027 - Apr 25, 2027 | Gravel Rally Rhine Valley | Eichstetten am Kaiserstuhl, Baden-Württemberg, DE | Gravel Biking | 300 km160 km140 km90 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 9, 2027 | Courses de Strasbourg-Europe | Strasbourg, Grand Est, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 31.1 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| May 13, 2027 - May 16, 2027 | Trail Alsace Grand Est by UTMB | Colmar, Grand Est, FR | Trail Running | 156 km109 km47 km29 km |
| May 29, 2027 - May 30, 2027 | Alsace Vineyard Marathon | Molsheim, Grand Est, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 26, 2027 | La Tricolore by Sundgauvienne | Hégenheim, Grand Est, FR | Road Cycling | 122 km71 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Wangen Corridas | Wangen, Grand Est, FR | Trail RunningRoad Running | 18 km11 km5 km3 km |
| Date to be announced | Les Foulées du Patrimoine | Dachstein, Grand Est, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 15 km10 km5 km2 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running territory of Races in Alsace (Grand Est, Alsace, France) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 111 public events and 518 individual races, including 30 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include Orbey, Winzenheim, Rouffach, and Freiburg im Breisgau. Notable events in the selection include The Memory Run, The Wintzenheim Races, and Trail du Petit Ballon.
Race distances span from 0.5 km to 300 km, reaching up to +5,100 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Alsace 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 Alsace?
RunningCompass currently lists 111 verified events with 518 individual races in Races in Alsace. A total of 30 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include The Memory Run, The Wintzenheim Races, and Trail du Petit Ballon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Alsace?
Events in Races in Alsace focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 0.5 km entry-level races up to 300 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Orbey, Winzenheim, Rouffach, and Freiburg im Breisgau.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Alsace?
The most selective courses in Races in Alsace climb up to +5,100 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 Alsace?
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.