Lozère Trail
The trail adventure in the heart of the Causses and Gorges du Tarn
About Lozère Trail
The Lozère Trail is a major sporting event organized every year at Pentecost by the Salta Bartas club of Chanac. Since its creation in 2003, this trail running race has offered several formats ranging from 12 km to the 110 km Ultra Lozère in two stages, crossing the grandiose landscapes of the Causses, the Lot valley, and the Gorges du Tarn. With its technical courses and exceptional panoramas, the Lozère Trail offers an authentic discovery of a wild and preserved territory, attracting hundreds of passionate runners each year.
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An iconic race in Lozère
Created in 2003 by the running club Salta Bartas of Chanac, the Lozère Trail has become over the editions one of the unmissable sporting events of the department. Organized every year on the Pentecost weekend, it offers total immersion in the spectacular landscapes of Lozère, between limestone plateaus, deep valleys, and vertiginous gorges.
Formats for all levels
The event offers several races adapted to all types of runners:
- Ultra Lozère (110 km): a two-stage adventure over two days, combining the 2 Rivières course and the historic Lozère Trail
- 2 Rivières (52 km, 2400 m D+): starting from Sainte-Énimie, finishing in Chanac on Saturday
- Skyrace (26 km): starting from Sainte-Énimie on Saturday, a technical course along the ridges
- Historic Lozère Trail (27 km, 1100 m D+): the original race starting from Chanac on Sunday
- Salta Bartas (12 km, 500 m D+): an accessible format on Sunday
Hikes and children's races
In addition to the trail races, 10 km and 20 km hikes are offered on Sunday, as well as races for children, making this event a sporting celebration open to the whole family.
An exceptional territory
The Lozère Trail courses cross remarkable natural sites: the Causses de Sauveterre and Méjean, the Lot valley, the Gorges du Tarn, and the typical limestone plateaus of Lozère. The trails offer breathtaking views of a preserved natural heritage, with cliffs, pine forests, and characteristic villages.
A friendly welcome village
The Lozère Trail village is set up in Chanac, where runners and their families can find partner stands, bib collection, catering, and the festive atmosphere that characterizes the event. The friendly spirit and warm welcome from the volunteers have earned this race its reputation within the trail running community.
Lozère Trail — edition 2026
24th edition of the Lozère Trail, on May 23 and 24, 2026 in Chanac. Trail races from 12 to 110 km through the magnificent landscapes of Lozère.
24th edition: See you on May 23 and 24, 2026
The Lozère Trail returns for its 24th edition on May 23 and 24, 2026. Registration opens on October 15, 2025, at 9 AM. Find the five iconic race formats of the event, hikes, and children's races in the exceptional setting of the Causses and Gorges du Tarn.
Highlights Lozère Trail 2026
- 24th edition
- May 23 and 24, 2026
- Registration opens October 15, 2025
Prices Lozère Trail 2026
Practical information — Lozère Trail
Access
Chanac is located 10 km southwest of Mende, on the N88.
- By car: From Mende, follow the N88 towards Millau (approx. 15 minutes). From Montpellier, take the A75 then the N88 (approx. 2 hours).
- By train: Chanac station on the Mende-La Bastide line. Mende SNCF station is 10 km away.
Registration
Online registration is open on the official website and on the Finishers platform. Registration opens in October for the following edition.
Prices
Paid registration depending on the race (variable rates). Free access to the village and activities for companions.
Contact
Official website: www.lozeretrail.com
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Village de Chanac et Gorges du Tarn
Chanac, 48230 Chanac