Photo: Jonathan Beech · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Trail du Lébérou
Audrix, France
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
30 km13 km9 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+2
FRRunning Territory & Spot
Runs & Courses in Races in Massif Central: Trails, Road Races & Events
560 verified events (36 confirmed dates) and 2,380 races in Races in Massif Central with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events56036 confirmed dates
Competitions2,380Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 105 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+4,000 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: Patrick Nouhailler · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Royat Trail Tour
Royat, France
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
42 km27 km13 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain
Photo: 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: Rémih · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Trail de la courses des Babets
Sorbiers, France
November 29, 2026Date confirmed
15 km8 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & HikingUTMB Index Races
Hivernale des Templiers
Roquefort-sur-Soulzon, France
December 5, 2026 to December 6, 2026Date confirmed
67 km34.7 km25.8 km16.8 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+4
Photo: Jonathan Beech · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Corrida des Gaziers
Chazelles-sur-Lyon, France
December 18, 2026Date confirmed
8 km2.7 km1 km
FestiveNight Run+3
Photo: D Delang · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
White Trail of the Ardèche Mountains
Astet, France
January 9, 2027Date confirmed
20 km12 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+3
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
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 | Trail du Lébérou | Audrix, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 30 km13 km9 km |
| 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 |
| Nov 29, 2026 | Trail de la courses des Babets | Sorbiers, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 15 km8 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 5, 2026 - Dec 6, 2026 | Hivernale des Templiers | Roquefort-sur-Soulzon, Occitanie, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 67 km34.7 km25.8 km16.8 km |
| Dec 18, 2026 | Corrida des Gaziers | Chazelles-sur-Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road Running | 8 km2.7 km1 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 9, 2027 | White Trail of the Ardèche Mountains | Astet, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 20 km12 km |
| Jan 16, 2027 | Trail des Lions Nocturne | Plauzat, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 25 km14 km9 km |
| Jan 24, 2027 | Roc'trail | Paussac, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 31.5 km23 km20 km11.5 km |
| Jan 31, 2027 | Blackmouths Race | La Ricamarie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 10 km5 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 6, 2027 - Feb 7, 2027 | Ultra Trail des Fontaines | Le Montat, Occitanie, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 105 km69 km44 km33 km |
| Feb 6, 2027 | Firefly Trail | Riotord, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 32 km17 km10 km8 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running territory of Races in Massif Central (France, Massif Central) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 560 public events and 2,380 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 Audrix, Royat, Naucelles, and Sorbiers. Notable events in the selection include Trail du Lébérou, Royat Trail Tour, and Authre Tour Trail.
Race distances span from 0.5 km to 105 km, reaching up to +4,000 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Massif Central 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 Massif Central?
RunningCompass currently lists 560 verified events with 2,380 individual races in Races in Massif Central. 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 Trail du Lébérou, Royat Trail Tour, and Authre Tour Trail.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Massif Central?
Events in Races in Massif Central focus on Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Road Running. Course distances range from 0.5 km entry-level races up to 105 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Audrix, Royat, Naucelles, and Sorbiers.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Massif Central?
The most selective courses in Races in Massif Central 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 Massif Central?
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.