Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Asics SaintéLyon

Trail Running covering 4 km to 160 km with up to 3,888 m D+ in Lyon (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France)

LocationLyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FranceShow on map(45.7297° N, 4.8251° E)
Date & StatusNovember 28, 2026 to November 29, 2026Date confirmed
First edition1952
Elevation gainUp to +3,888 m

Asics SaintéLyon is an endurance sporting event in Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR focused on Trail Running. First held in 1952, the event is an established fixture on the endurance calendar. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Kids & Youth Races, Mountain, Night Run, Nature & Off-Road.

The race program comprises 10 competitions, including LyonSaintéLyon (160 km, +3,888 m D+), The SaintéLyon (80 km, +1,944 m D+), The SaintéLyon in Relay for 2 (80 km, +1,944 m D+), The SaintéLyon in a 3-person relay (80 km, +1,944 m D+), The SaintéLyon in a Relay of 4 (80 km, +1,944 m D+), and SaintExpress (45 km, +797 m D+) (10 competitions in total). The next edition is officially confirmed from November 28, 2026 to November 29, 2026. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (saintelyon.com).

Official website
Asics SaintéLyon in Lyon (Work: "Snowshoe Trail", Photo: Christoph Strässler, License: CC BY-SA 2.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Snowshoe Trail" · Photo: Christoph Strässler · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 2.0
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Event characteristics

Kids & Youth RacesMountainNight RunNature & Off-RoadPoint-to-PointSnowRelayHigh AltitudeMulti-Day

Races & distances (10)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
LyonSaintéLyonTrail Running160 km+3,888 m166 m - 885 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
The SaintéLyonTrail Running80 km+1,944 m169 m - 873 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
The SaintéLyon in Relay for 2Trail Running80 km+1,944 m169 m - 873 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
The SaintéLyon in a 3-person relayTrail Running80 km+1,944 m169 m - 873 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
The SaintéLyon in a Relay of 4Trail Running80 km+1,944 m169 m - 873 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
SaintExpressTrail Running45 km+797 m165 m - 763 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
SaintéViaTrail Running35 km+650 m169 m - 591 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
The SaintéSprintTrail Running24 km+337 m165 m - 365 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
The SaintéTicTrail Running13 km+187 m165 m - 318 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
The SaintéGonesTrail Running4 km+152 m178 m - 277 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
160 km
Elevation gain
+3,888 m D+
Elevation loss
-3,569 m D-
Altitude range
166 m - 885 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
4.7 % / 8.5 %
Course format
Point-to-point course
160 km+3,888 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080100120140FS45.7298° N, 4.8250° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 166 m to 885 m above sea level (+3,888 m D+, -3,569 m D-)

Peak: 885 m·at 104.2 km·Ø 4.7 %
166 m406 m645 m885 m0 km32 km64 km96 km128 km160 km885 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Asics SaintéLyon take place?

Asics SaintéLyon takes place in Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR (start area at coordinates 45.7297° N, 4.8251° E). The next edition is officially confirmed from November 28, 2026 to November 29, 2026.

What races and distances are offered at Asics SaintéLyon?

The race program comprises 10 competitions, including LyonSaintéLyon (160 km, +3,888 m D+), The SaintéLyon (80 km, +1,944 m D+), The SaintéLyon in Relay for 2 (80 km, +1,944 m D+), The SaintéLyon in a 3-person relay (80 km, +1,944 m D+), The SaintéLyon in a Relay of 4 (80 km, +1,944 m D+), and SaintExpress (45 km, +797 m D+) (10 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Asics SaintéLyon?

The main competition (LyonSaintéLyon over 160 km) is designed as a point-to-point course featuring +3,888 m of elevation gain and -3,569 m of elevation loss, ranging between 166 m and 885 m above sea level. An interactive course map with a verified 3D GPS track, kilometer markers, and GPX download is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Asics SaintéLyon?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (saintelyon.com).