10K races near Thônes

Menthon Raid is a non-timed multisport race in Menthon-Saint-Bernard, a village on Lake Annecy in Haute-Savoie, France. It takes place in October and includes lake swimming, trail running, bike-and-run, road running, walking, and shorter courses for children and juniors. The event is structured as a pairs challenge, with options from 450 metres to 17.9 km, making it a shared outdoor raid rather than a typical solo road race. The route begins with a swim in the lake, a triangular course of about 440 metres where wetsuits are permitted but fins are not. Racers then proceed onto paths around Menthon-Saint-Bernard, ascending towards the castle, which gives the course its local character. Filos, a village association, organizes the race to support local groups and unite people through sport. Food, drinks, and an evening open to all maintain the day's social atmosphere after the competition concludes.

Trail des Glières - Fillière is a mountain trail weekend held in Thorens-Glières, part of the commune of Fillière in Haute-Savoie. Organized by the Club Nordic des Glières, it takes place in early October and offers adults five distance options: the Furious Bouquetin at 56 km with 3400 m of elevation gain, the Ecureuil Fou at 41 km with 2400 m, the Chamois Rapide at 21 km with 1400 m, the Marmotte Speed at 10 km with 500 m, and a Vertical Kilometer. The longest race begins before dawn, while the shortest adult race starts in the early afternoon, covering a range from ultra-style mountain running to a more accessible trail format. The Vertical Kilometer starts at the Usillon campsite and ascends to a finish above the Landron chalet, covering 1000 m of ascent in a single uphill effort. Approximately 1600 adults and 300 children participate in the event, with children’s races for ages 2 to 15 scheduled for Sunday morning. The adult race names reference Alpine wildlife, including the bouquetin, chamois, marmotte, and squirrel, suiting a race focused on steep local terrain rather than road speed. Sunday also features refreshment stands and activities throughout the day, with parking available at the Complexe Sportif Jean Coulon.

The Foulée de Drumettaz-Clarafond takes place on an autumn morning in Drumettaz-Clarafond, Savoie. The program includes trail running, road running, walking, and children’s cross-country races. The main events are the 18 km Trail de la Parchale, featuring 660 m of elevation gain, and the 9.7 km Ronde des Fou(r)s, primarily on roads. A 9 km popular walk follows mostly trails. For younger participants, there are 3 km, 1.5 km, and 0.8 km cross races, with the two shorter distances unranked. The event emphasizes village festivities alongside the races. Participants receive coffee before the start, and aid stations offer entertainment. The day concludes with an aperitif and a tartiflette, available for the first 500 servings. Local traditions include distributing 150 loaves baked in communal ovens via lottery. Adult participants are given a bottle of Savoie wine, and all finishers receive a personalized souvenir. Prizes are awarded not only to top runners but also to costumed participants, groups, and the clubs that travel the furthest or bring the most members.

The EDF Trail des Vallees d'Aigueblanche is a two-day trail running series in Aigueblanche, Savoie, France, held during an October weekend. The race distances range from a short 4.89 km mountain run to a 51.89 km ultra-distance trail race, catering to runners seeking either a steep climb or a long day in the mountains. The most demanding routes feature significant elevation gain: TERAWATT 3 spans 51.89 km with 3,179 m of climbing, and Tournee Generale covers 48.9 km with 3,241 m of ascent. The 23.95 km races, Echapeaux Belle and Gigawatt, each include 1,358 m of elevation gain. The steepest short distances are Pelton 2000, with 1,933 m of climbing over 10.7 km, and TERAWATT day3, gaining 965 m in just 4.89 km.

Les Boucles du Coeur is a charity running event in Veyrier-du-Lac, a Haute-Savoie village near Annecy. It takes place on an October day, organized by the support committee for breast cancer research in Savoie and Haute-Savoie. All donations benefit cancer research. The races follow routes around Lake Annecy, connecting the event to its lakeside setting instead of a city-street course. Four accessible route options are available, including a 10 km race named “La v”. This offers a manageable distance for runners wishing to support the cause.

Trail des Croëjus is a small charity trail event held at the Château de la Rochette in La Croix-de-la-Rochette, Savoie. It typically takes place in October, offering two trail distances of approximately 10 km and 17 km, alongside a 6 km walk for those seeking a shorter, non-competitive option. The official route maps are not provided, presenting the event as a local mountain excursion rather than a meticulously mapped race. Organized in memory of Mme Baldi, half of the profits benefit SaVoie de Femme, an organization dedicated to combating violence against women. Volunteers assist with setup, course marking, safety, and dismantling, and the day concludes with tartiflette, contributing to a community gathering atmosphere.

Les Boucles Ambilly is a 10 km road race held in Ambilly, a town in France's Haute-Savoie department within the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. It takes place in October, beginning at 9:00 AM with an entry fee of 18 euros. This event focuses solely on the single 10 km road race. It is noted as the first edition and is organized by FFoulées d'Ambilly, meaning there is limited race history or established traditions to report.

Saint Off en Trail begins in Saint-Offenge-Dessus, a Savoie village at the base of Mont Bange in the Bauges massif. This October event offers trail running, Nordic walking, hiking, canicross, canitrail, and a short 500 m race, with both day and night options. The primary trail distances vary from the 10 km Speed Trail des Coteaux to the 34 km Trail des Crets de Bange. Intermediate options include the approximately 18 km Trail des Coteaux, which ascends about 1,000 m. Participants can opt for team formats, running in pairs or as a relay, and dog runners have dedicated events. The race departs the village quickly, entering a narrow uphill singletrack within the first kilometer that separates runners. The course then returns through the village before heading into accessible forest trails. The night races: one route is noted as 92% trail in complete darkness, and the Updown night trail requires participants to carry a headlamp. The longer courses ascend towards the Crets de Bange, while shorter races and walks follow routes along the coteaux and streams near the village. The event has the feel of a season-ending local trail gathering, accommodating solo runners, relay teams, Nordic walkers, hikers, canitrail pairs, and families.

The Trail Panoramic de l'Albanais is a trail-running event held in Saint-Eusèbe, within the Albanais region of Savoie. Its routes utilize local paths, offering expansive views of the surrounding area. Participants can select from three distances: 27 km, 16 km, and 10 km, accommodating both shorter trail runs and longer excursions in the hills. The event features a 13 km Nordic walk and distinct 10 km categories for men and women. Organizers aim for broad accessibility, with the 360-degree vistas inspiring the event's name. Now in its sixth edition, the race maintains a community focus, donating one euro from each registration to the Dépistage des Savoie association. Participants are also requested to bring their own Ecocup, aligning with the practical, low-waste approach common in French trail events.

The Balexert 20 km de Genève is an autumn road race in Geneva, finishing on the shore of Lake Geneva near the Jet d’Eau. The main race is 20 km, but the event offers runners and walkers multiple options: 20 km solo or relay, 10 km solo or relay, 10 km walking, Nordic walking, and junior races for children aged 3 to 13. This event, with fewer than ten editions, is part of the Trophée Léman Running series. The 20 km route crosses Geneva’s urban areas and the surrounding countryside, including sections through International Geneva with views toward the Jura and Mont Blanc. The course profile is suitable for a road race, featuring approximately 100 m of climbing and an elevation range from about 100 m to 500 m. Families participate through junior races from 500 m to 2 km, and the Mascotte Run adds a playful element. The event supports Réseau Cancer du Sein, and one edition aimed to raise 15,000 CHF for a child's heart operation.