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
FRRunning Territory & Spot
Runs & Courses in Races in Volvic: Trails, Road Races & Events
37 verified events (6 confirmed dates) and 179 races in Races in Volvic with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events376 confirmed dates
Competitions179Races & courses
Distances4.7 - 111 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+3,280 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Patrick Nouhailler · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Rémih · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Volvic Volcanic Experience (VVX)
Volvic, France
May 6, 2027 to May 8, 2027Date confirmed
111 km85 km46 km26 km+3
High AltitudeEco-Friendly+7
Photo: Patrick Nouhailler · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningNordic WalkingUTMB Index Races
La Romagnatoise
Romagnat, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
51 km45 km43 km27 km+3
ForestNature & Off-Road+3
Photo: Patrick Nouhailler · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Trail de Vulcain
Volvic, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
77 km48 km22 km13 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadForest+3
Photo: Patrick Nouhailler · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Marathon des Puys
Clermont-Ferrand, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km10 km5 km
City RunRelay
Photo: Patrick Nouhailler · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
La Courstache
Aubière, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km5 km
Charity RunCity Run+2
Photo: Frank Vincentz · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Volvic Halloween Trail
Volvic, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
18 km9 km
Night RunKids & Youth Races+6
Photo: Daniel Simpson · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Trail of the Wolf Moors
Cournon-d'Auvergne, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42 km26 km14 km8 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 15, 2026 | Royat Trail Tour | Royat, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 42 km27 km13 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 6, 2027 - May 8, 2027 | Volvic Volcanic Experience (VVX) | Volvic, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 111 km85 km46 km26 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | La Romagnatoise | Romagnat, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningNordic Walking | 51 km45 km43 km27 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail de Vulcain | Volvic, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 77 km48 km22 km13 km |
| Date to be announced | Marathon des Puys | Clermont-Ferrand, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | La Courstache | Aubière, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Volvic Halloween Trail | Volvic, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 18 km9 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail of the Wolf Moors | Cournon-d'Auvergne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 42 km26 km14 km8 km |
| Date to be announced | 8h Cycling Charade | Saint-Gènes-Champanelle, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road Cycling | 8 h4 h2 h |
| Date to be announced | Les Foulées des 2 Roches | Rochefort-Montagne, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail RunningMountain Biking | 50 km45 km27 km15 km |
| Date to be announced | Ronde des Lacs | Aydat, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Mountain Biking | 75 km60 km50 km25 km |
| Date to be announced | Grands Trails Esprit Volcans | Clermont-Ferrand, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Trail Running | 34 km22 km13.4 km12 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running territory of Races in Volvic (Volvic, France) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 37 public events and 179 individual races, including 6 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Road Running. Key host locations include Royat, Volvic, Romagnat, and Clermont-Ferrand. Notable events in the selection include Royat Trail Tour, Volvic Volcanic Experience (VVX), and La Romagnatoise.
Race distances span from 4.7 km to 111 km, reaching up to +3,280 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Volvic 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 Volvic?
RunningCompass currently lists 37 verified events with 179 individual races in Races in Volvic. A total of 6 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Royat Trail Tour, Volvic Volcanic Experience (VVX), and La Romagnatoise.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Volvic?
Events in Races in Volvic focus on Trail Running, Walking & Hiking, and Road Running. Course distances range from 4.7 km entry-level races up to 111 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Royat, Volvic, Romagnat, and Clermont-Ferrand.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Volvic?
The most selective courses in Races in Volvic climb up to +3,280 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 Volvic?
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.