Trail runs in the Ain
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes,France
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Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful trail runs in the Ain
Trail Running
· Ain
Scioux running trail on Grand Colombier
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
difficult
13 km
1:50 h
395 m
394 m
Itinerary with a course in the forest, in alpine pastures and then on the crest line of the Grand Colombier. Exceptional panoramic view of the Alps, the Valromey and the lakes of Geneva, Annecy and Le Bourget.Marking: yellow and white / red (GR9)
Trail Running
· Ain
Vertical kilometer : The incline of the Grand Colombier
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
difficult
12.3 km
2:45 h
1,000 m
1,062 m
The Grand Colombier incline from the base of Grand Colombier in the town of Béon to the rock of Chanduraz at 1245m above sea level.This very steep trail is not to be advised to beginners.
Trail Running
· Bugey Sud
Running trail: Climb of the Grand Colombier from Munet
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
difficult
15.8 km
2:30 h
981 m
981 m
Starting in the calm forest of the Massif du Grand Colombier, the slopes will lead you to the breathtaking panoramic views of the summit and the rock of Chanduraz during your ascent from the hamlet of Munet to Virieu-le-Petit.
Trail Running
· Ain
Green trail running loop of Contrevoz
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
easy
Open
5 km
0:30 h
35 m
34 m
Starting from Contrevoz, this 5 km circuit will make you discover the rich heritage of the village.
Trail Running
· Ain
The Three Cantons marker - Trail route no. 20
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
Open
6.5 km
0:45 h
150 m
150 m
This route takes place mostly on wide, rideable paths with grassy terrain on the way out and a track on the way back. Halfway through, take time to admire the beautiful stone work of the Three Cantons marker.
Trail Running
· Ain
The balconies of Lake Nantua by Xavier Thévenard - Trail route no. 5
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
Open
28 km
3:30 h
1,280 m
1,280 m
This circuit offers an elevation gain in two parts with more than 1300 meters. It is a demanding route that will make you appreciate Nantua and its surroundings in all their diversity.
Trail Running
· Ain
The 3 waterfalls - Trail route no.16
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
Open
4.3 km
0:30 h
141 m
141 m
Let yourself be tempted by a single forest trail with a view of part of the plateau (Brénod-Corcelles-Champdor) and observe the 3 waterfalls along the way!
Trail Running
· Ain
The small trail of the Chatelard forest - Trail route n°11
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
Open
13.6 km
1:15 h
233 m
233 m
Interesting route with a varied profile that climbs twice, departure from the Nautical Center on asphalt for 1 km before reaching a path and the first high point at 4.3 km, then 2 km of forest trail.
Trail Running
· Ain
La pointe de Biez - Trail route no. 10
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
Open
12.3 km
1:30 h
628 m
628 m
This is a very characterized blue route but very close to red because 3 serious climbs will really work your thighs and calves!
Trail Running
· Ain
La ferme Guichard - Trail route n°22
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
Open
7 km
0:45 h
196 m
196 m
This pleasant route follows a grassy path through the woods before reaching the Guichard farm.
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The balconies of Lake Nantua by Xavier Thévenard - Trail route no. 5 by OLIVIER
August 16, 2024
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incroyable itinéraire, de toute beauté, un must pour la région...
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Route done on August 16, 2024
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