Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Dark Trail
Orgelet, France
November 14, 2026Date confirmed
31 km20 km10 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+2
CHRunning Territory & Spot
Runs & Courses in Races in Jura Mountains: Trails, Road Races & Events
126 verified events (36 confirmed dates) and 515 races in Races in Jura Mountains with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events12636 confirmed dates
Competitions515Races & courses
Distances5 - 110 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+4,200 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: Christoph Strässler · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Trail Nocturne Haut Bugey
Plateau d'Hauteville, France
December 11, 2026Date confirmed
14 km7 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+4
Photo: Caitriana Nicholson from 北京 ~ Beijing, 中国 ~ China · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & HikingUTMB Index Races
Trail of the Cirque du Fer à Cheval
Arbois, France
March 20, 2027Date confirmed
85 km46 km32 km22 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadForest+2
Photo: U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Rebecca Floto · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsObstacle Course Racing
The Obstacle Race
Étalans, France
April 4, 2027Date confirmed
7 km
FestiveNature & Off-Road+2
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Trail de Douvres
Douvres, France
April 25, 2027Date confirmed
30 km21 km13 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+1
Photo: Rémih · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Trail de la Michaille
Valserhône, France
April 25, 2027Date confirmed
32 km22 km12 km
Nature & Off-RoadKids & Youth Races+2
Photo: Christoph Strässler · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Izer'Loop
Izernore, France
May 15, 2027Date confirmed
5.95 km
Culture & HistorySnow+4
Photo: Caitriana Nicholson from 北京 ~ Beijing, 中国 ~ China · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Val Foncine Trail
Foncine-le-Haut, France
May 16, 2027 to May 17, 2027Date confirmed
36 km26 km15 km10 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+3
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2026 | Dark Trail | Orgelet, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, FR | Trail Running | 31 km20 km10 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 11, 2026 | Trail Nocturne Haut Bugey | Plateau d'Hauteville, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 14 km7 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 20, 2027 | Trail of the Cirque du Fer à Cheval | Arbois, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 85 km46 km32 km22 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 4, 2027 | The Obstacle Race | Étalans, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, FR | Obstacle Course Racing | 7 km |
| Apr 25, 2027 | Trail de Douvres | Douvres, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 30 km21 km13 km |
| Apr 25, 2027 | Trail de la Michaille | Valserhône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 32 km22 km12 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2027 | Izer'Loop | Izernore, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 5.95 km |
| May 16, 2027 - May 17, 2027 | Val Foncine Trail | Foncine-le-Haut, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, FR | Trail Running | 36 km26 km15 km10 km |
| May 16, 2027 | Trail de la Grande Montagne | Le Poizat-Lalleyriat, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 42 km25 km12 km |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 5, 2027 - Jun 6, 2027 | The Transju'Trails | Les Rousses, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 110 km82 km62 km42 km |
| Jun 11, 2027 - Jun 12, 2027 | Sainte Croix Spartan Trifecta | Sainte-Croix VD, Canton of Vaud, CH | Obstacle Course Racing | 21 km10 km5 km |
July 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 2027 | Trail of the First Fir Trees | Nods, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 23 km17 km15 km10 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running territory of Races in Jura Mountains (Europe, Jura Mountains, Switzerland) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 126 public events and 515 individual races, including 36 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Obstacle Course Racing. Key host locations include Orgelet, Plateau d'Hauteville, Arbois, and Étalans. Notable events in the selection include Dark Trail, Trail Nocturne Haut Bugey, and Trail of the Cirque du Fer à Cheval.
Race distances span from 5 km to 110 km, reaching up to +4,200 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Jura Mountains 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 Jura Mountains?
RunningCompass currently lists 126 verified events with 515 individual races in Races in Jura Mountains. 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 Dark Trail, Trail Nocturne Haut Bugey, and Trail of the Cirque du Fer à Cheval.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Jura Mountains?
Events in Races in Jura Mountains focus on Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Obstacle Course Racing. Course distances range from 5 km entry-level races up to 110 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Orgelet, Plateau d'Hauteville, Arbois, and Étalans.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Jura Mountains?
The most selective courses in Races in Jura Mountains climb up to +4,200 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 Jura Mountains?
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.