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
FRDepartment & Local Running Guide
Running Calendar Races in Hérault: Local Races & Courses
103 verified events (36 confirmed dates) and 446 races in Races in Hérault with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events10336 confirmed dates
Competitions446Races & courses
Distances1 - 105 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+4,500 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Moahim · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Daniel VILLAFRUELA · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
EcoRun Montferrier sur Lez
Montferrier-sur-Lez, France
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
5.8 km
City RunKids & Youth Races
Photo: INyar at French Wikipedia · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
20 km de Montpellier
Montpellier, France
November 29, 2026Date confirmed
20 km10 km
City RunCharity Run+3
Photo: iMahesh · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsFast HikingFFRandonnée
Fast hiking The 1,000 Steps of Sète
Sète, France
December 13, 2026Date confirmed
14 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+2
Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningBackyard Ultra Series
Backyard Series Agde
Agde, France
December 17, 2026 to December 18, 2026Date confirmed
40.24 km6.7 km
Night RunNature & Off-Road+2
Photo: Jonathan Beech · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Urban Trail Montpellier
Montpellier, France
January 9, 2027Date confirmed
12 km6 km
Kids & Youth RacesNight Run+6
Photo: Dietmar Rabich · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningRoad Running
Trail de Bouzigues
Bouzigues, France
March 20, 2027Date confirmed
29 km13 km6 km2 km+1
Seaside & CoastNature & Off-Road+2
Photo: Moahim · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Le Dédale de Molière
Pézenas, France
April 4, 2027Date confirmed
16 km7 km2 km1 km
Nature & Off-RoadUrban Trail+3
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 11, 2026 | Le Trail de la Saint Martin | Saint-Martin-de-Londres, Occitanie, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 18 km10 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | EcoRun Montferrier sur Lez | Montferrier-sur-Lez, Occitanie, FR | Road Running | 5.8 km |
| Nov 29, 2026 | 20 km de Montpellier | Montpellier, Occitanie, FR | Road Running | 20 km10 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 13, 2026 | Fast hiking The 1,000 Steps of Sète | Sète, Occitanie, FR | Fast Hiking | 14 km |
| Dec 17, 2026 - Dec 18, 2026 | Backyard Series Agde | Agde, Occitanie, FR | Trail Running | 40.24 km6.7 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 9, 2027 | Urban Trail Montpellier | Montpellier, Occitanie, FR | Trail Running | 12 km6 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 20, 2027 | Trail de Bouzigues | Bouzigues, Occitanie, FR | Trail RunningRoad Running | 29 km13 km6 km2 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 4, 2027 | Le Dédale de Molière | Pézenas, Occitanie, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 16 km7 km2 km1 km |
| Apr 17, 2027 | Bambée Bauzilloise | Saint-Bauzille-de-Montmel, Occitanie, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 21 km15 km12 km8.5 km |
| Apr 24, 2027 - Apr 25, 2027 | Trail des Terrasses du Lodèvois | Lodève, Occitanie, FR | Trail Running | 47 km27 km15 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2027 - May 23, 2027 | Festatrail | Saint-Mathieu-de-Tréviers, Occitanie, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 105 km65 km44 km24 km |
| May 23, 2027 | Ensé'Run | Colombiers, Occitanie, FR | Trail RunningNordic Walking | 23 km17 km9 km4.5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The administrative area of Races in Hérault (Occitanie, Hérault, France) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 103 public events and 446 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 Saint-Martin-de-Londres, Montferrier-sur-Lez, Montpellier, and Sète. Notable events in the selection include Le Trail de la Saint Martin, EcoRun Montferrier sur Lez, and 20 km de Montpellier.
Race distances span from 1 km to 105 km, reaching up to +4,500 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Hérault 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 Hérault?
RunningCompass currently lists 103 verified events with 446 individual races in Races in Hérault. 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 Le Trail de la Saint Martin, EcoRun Montferrier sur Lez, and 20 km de Montpellier.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Hérault?
Events in Races in Hérault focus on Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Road Running. Course distances range from 1 km entry-level races up to 105 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Saint-Martin-de-Londres, Montferrier-sur-Lez, Montpellier, and Sète.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Hérault?
The most selective courses in Races in Hérault climb up to +4,500 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 Hérault?
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.