Trails in Savoie

Trail calendar in Savoie
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Savoie of the Woods!

Welcome to the sacred land of trail! 🏃‍♂️ If you're looking to challenge the giants of the Alps, you've come to the right place. Savoie (formerly part of the States of Savoie) is not only the department of the 60 ski resorts; it's a vertical playground of over 6,000 km² where every trail is a promise of escape 🌳. Between the crystal-clear shores of Lac du Bourget and the peaks of the Vanoise that flirt with 3,800 meters, get ready for an adventure that will imprint on your calves and your memories 🏰.

Here, we don't do things halfway. With 90% of its territory located in the mountain zone, Savoie is the undisputed queen of positive elevation 🏔️. Whether you start from Chambéry, the City of the Dukes, or climb towards the perched villages of Maurienne, every step is a challenge against gravity 🌿. The mountain climate sets its rules but also offers breathtaking views of Mont-Blanc or the Aiguilles d'Arves ❄️. It's the ideal spot for a wild nature run where you might meet an ibex, the symbol of our preserved biodiversity, around a technical scree 🐐.

After the effort, it's time for comfort in the purest local style. Running in Savoie also means traversing history, from the cobbled streets of Conflans to Albertville and the trails that saw legends like Jean-Claude Killy grow up ⛷️. Once your challenge is complete, forget energy bars: enjoy the Tomme de Savoie, Beaufort, and a good Croziflette to replenish your reserves! 🥘 Accompany it all with a little glass of Chignin* or Mondeuse* (in moderation, of course!) to celebrate your performance as you should 🍷. Here we speak the language of passion, with sometimes a few words of Savoyard to greet the locals on the paths 🗣️.

Want to take on the classics? The trail calendar in Savoie is full of treasures: from the mythical 6000D by Dare2B to the demanding Maxi-Race (which sometimes takes place on our lands) through the technical trails of the Tarentaise 🌲. Whether you're a pure climber or a fan of valley-bottom acceleration, it's time to find your next challenge among the hundreds of events in the 73 🏙️. Don't miss your chance to run in the footsteps of champions in the heart of the Bauges Natural Parks or the Chartreuse 🌿.

*Alcohol abuse is dangerous for health; consume with moderation.

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Savoyard Trail Agenda

Get a quick overview of the entire trail calendar in Savoie