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Le Trail de la Planète Mars
Mars · 47 km away
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15SEP
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Icio'trail
Usson-en-Forez · 35 km away
20SEP
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Courir pour des pommes
Saint-Martin-la-Plaine · 20 km away
26SEP
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Ultra Beaujolais Villages Trail
Le Perréon · 71 km away
27SEP
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Ultra Beaujolais villages trail - Le Perréon
Le Perréon · 71 km away
Saint-Étienne · 80 km
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Recurring Marathon races near Saint-Étienne
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Run In Lyon
Run In Lyon offers four race distances through central Lyon: a 5 km solidarity run, 10 km, half marathon, and marathon. Held in October, it carries an FFA Label Argent, placing it within the official French road-racing system. Demand is high for the short and middle distances, with the 10 km and half marathon often selling out, while the marathon presents the longest challenge.
The routes are urban, with spectators lining the roads. Lyon’s history, old streets, and culinary identity are integral to the race setting. Marathon runners should anticipate some climbing, with 293 meters of elevation gain. Practical race-day support includes bag drops, aid stations, and toilets at 5 km intervals and the finish, along with pacers for those aiming for a specific time. The Run In Lyon Village manages bib pickup and offers coaching, product testing, and photography, while charity bibs allow participants to race for a cause.
Le cheylarois trail - Le Cheylard
Ultra Trail du Beaujolais Vert
Ultra Trail du Beaujolais Vert is a trail-running series held annually in October in Cublize, within the Beaujolais Vert region of France. The event features three mountain-style races: one approximately 83 km with 3,839 m of elevation gain, one approximately 43 km with 1,916 m of elevation gain, and one approximately 23 km with 921 m of elevation gain.
The courses traverse the roads and paths of Beaujolais Vert, focusing on hills, countryside, and extended natural trails rather than urban environments. Participants range from seasoned competitors to less experienced runners, with organizers prioritizing camaraderie among trail runners and the preservation of the local natural surroundings. Approaching its ninth edition, the series holds a well-established position on the French regional trail running schedule.
Trail de l'Aqueduc de Sainte Foy-lès-Lyon
The Trail de l'Aqueduc de Sainte Foy-lès-Lyon is an autumn trail event held in Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon, near Lyon in France's Rhône department. It features a far-west theme and offers a varied program: short races for children and juniors spanning 800 m, 1.6 km, and 3 km, alongside adult distances of 11 km, 22 km, and 42.2 km.
The courses traverse a landscape described as both urban and natural, with Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon noted as a green area close to Lyon. The 11 km race is named “ruée vers l’or,” the 22 km race is “l’Aqueduc,” and the 42.2 km distance is intended for experienced runners. The event accommodates beginners with an 11 km walking option, some non-timed races, duo entries, and shorter courses for younger participants.
Trail du Haut Pilat
The Trail du Haut Pilat is an October trail-running event held in Saint-Genest-Malifaux, located in France’s Loire department within the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. Organized by La Foulée du Haut Pilat for over two decades, it features four nature-focused races, ranging from a 7 km option to the 42 km MaraTrail, alongside four children’s races. The event benefits from cool autumn weather, appealing to a wide audience from local families to runners seeking rigorous training on the longer courses.
The courses traverse the Haut Pilat area, with updated routes passing St Romain-les-Atheux, the Cotatay dams, Ondenon, and offering views towards Auvergne. The 42 km MaraTrail includes 1,130 m of elevation gain and single-track segments, serving as effective preparation for events like Sainté-Lyon or Sainté Trail Urbain. The 25 km course offers 650 m of climbing, additional single track, and passes the Pilat springs above 1,000 m. The 14 km race provides a moderate distance through Pilat forests, concluding near the green zone by the Plats dam. A local tradition, the “Chocolat des Princes” element, adds a unique touch to the race day beyond the running activities.
Trail de l'Aqueduc - La conquête de l'Ouest - Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon
Semi-Marathon Hermitage Saint-Joseph
The Semi-Marathon Hermitage Saint-Joseph begins in Tain-l'Hermitage, a village on the Rhône in the Drôme department of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. This 21.097 km half marathon takes place in October and is open to solo runners, pairs, and relay teams.
The course combines town streets with bridges, viaducts, and sections alongside lakes and ponds. Following the race, participants might explore Rhône Valley cellars for tastings, visit the Palais Idéal du Facteur Cheval in Hauterives, or wander through the hill village of Mirmande.
Marathon de l'Ardèche
The Marathon de l'Ardèche covers 42.2 km from Le Cheylard to La Voulte-sur-Rhône in November. The race series also includes a 21.1 km half marathon starting in Saint-Sauveur-de-Montagut and a 12 km run along the Eyrieux river, accommodating participants beyond just full-marathon runners.
The event, now over forty editions old, attracts skilled athletes and recreational runners alike, drawn by the challenge itself rather than the prospect of winning. Aid stations reflect the local Ardèche character, offering cured meats, cheese, wine, and sweets, accompanied by live music or a DJ at each stop. A refreshment stand is also available at the finish line.
le Trail du lac de Villerest
The Trail du Lac de Villerest begins at the Lac de Villerest beach, leading runners near the Gorges de la Loire under headlamps. This night trail event in Villerest offers race distances from short, beginner-friendly options to a 42 km loop, accommodating first-timers, pairs, club runners, and experienced trail runners within the same evening.
The primary event, Le Tour du Lac, covers 42 km with 1,250 m of elevation gain, circumnavigating the lake with sunset views before transitioning to a night course. Le Grand-Duc is 26 km with 600 m of climbing, featuring technical sections, forest paths, and lake vistas. L'Échappée Nocturne is 14 km with 330 m of climbing on wooded and runnable trails. La Run Night is an 8 km, 160 m climb option with a more festive atmosphere. The welcome and finish area is located at Salle La Papeterie by the lake. The event is organized by Agence Week&sport in conjunction with US Villerest and the commune of Villerest.
Marathon International du Beaujolais
The Marathon International du Beaujolais takes place in November in Villefranche-sur-Saône, a town in France’s Rhône department known for Beaujolais wine. The primary event is a 42.195 km marathon. The weekend also features a half marathon, the 13 km du Rhône, trail races, and solidarity walks, attracting participants beyond just marathon specialists.
The marathon route winds through the Beaujolais hills on roads and vineyard paths, passing wine-growing villages, vineyards, and châteaux. The event emphasizes its local food-and-wine character, described in its own materials as “The Magic Charity Running Festival.” Race coverage notes it as a venue for both tasting and athletic challenge. It is one of France’s larger marathons, known for being a spirited, somewhat unconventional race rather than a purely time-focused road marathon.
Marathon International du Beaujolais AG2R La Mondiale
The Marathon International du Beaujolais AG2R La Mondiale is a November running event held in Villefranche-sur-Saône, France, within the Rhône department. This road race is set amidst the Beaujolais wine region, featuring a full marathon as its main event, alongside shorter races for those seeking the atmosphere without the full 42.2 km distance. The current schedule includes eight formats: a marathon, half marathon, 13 km race, trail runs, solidarity hikes, and additional race distances.
This event is more than just a timed race. Over 30,000 participants attend annually, with the race emphasizing the region's culinary, wine, and social aspects. Distances vary from a short 2.5 km to 43 km, accommodating marathoners, walkers, trail runners, groups of friends, charity participants, and individuals drawn to the Beaujolais spirit as much as the running. AG2R LA MONDIALE is the title partner, and the event is also known as Marathon du Beaujolais AG2R LA MONDIALE.
Marathon International du Beaujolais 2026
The Marathon International du Beaujolais begins in Villefranche-sur-Saône, located in France’s Rhône department, sending participants into the Beaujolais region each November. While the primary event is a full 42.195 km road marathon, the weekend also features a half marathon, a 13 km race, trail running choices, and charity walks, functioning more as a running festival than a singular competition.
The event deeply incorporates Beaujolais culture, with descriptions such as “Magic Charity Running Festival,” “tasting delight,” and “completely crazy.” It is one of France’s larger marathons, having completed over twenty editions. It attracts individuals seeking a festive road race that combines food, a wine-country setting, and a personal challenge.
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About Marathon races in Saint-Étienne
Saint-Étienne Training Notes
Saint-Étienne hosts 29 Marathon races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.
Locals keep running close to town because Saint-Étienne already sits above 530 m and gives every easy loop a bit of bite. Sainté Trail Urbain, Sainté city Run, La Sainté Rose, ENISE Trail, Ekiden de Saint-Etienne ENEDIS, and Course Des Babets keep the calendar busy without leaving the city. The Sainté Trail Urbain covers 22 km and climbs 318 m, so locals use it when Z2 needs teeth. Saint Etienne Lyon covers 74 km and 69 m of gain. Saint Etienne Lyon is the anchor event, with headlamps on and cold air at 11:30 PM in December.
Saint-Étienne still feels like a bike town because Mavic is based here and the city was once the capital of the French bicycle industry. Locals ride base miles out toward the Gorges de la Loire, then look south when the legs need climbing because the southern parts of the city rise above 700 m. The Massif Central gives the riding its edge, with proper gran fondo legs, cyclocross weather, and enough singletrack mood around the hills. The Signal de Saint-André-la-Côte is the name locals respect. Triathlon des Gorges de la Loire and Tour de France stages give riders their anchor-race energy.
December owns the local myth because Saint Etienne Lyon sends runners toward Lyon over 80 km with 1950 m of gain. Locals treat summer as the clean block for steady Z2, intervals, and longer rides, because the weather station’s lower altitude keeps the climate temperate. The city centre stays practical for weekday training, while the higher southern side changes the feel fast. Winter brings the real switch, because Saint-Étienne averages 85 cm of snow each year and temperatures often sit near zero or drop below it. Runners add grip and headlamps, and cyclists move toward tougher base miles or cyclocross habits.