Trail Races & Routes in Vaud
Explore 72 trail running and hiking routes across Vaud. 0 organized races and 72 training routes covering distances from 0.7 mi to 174.3 mi. Elevation gains range from 11 ft to 42,592 ft. Preview every trail in 3D flyover with segment breakdowns.
Key Takeaways
| Route Name | Location | Distance | Elevation Gain | Type | Race Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grottes de l'Orbe-vers Saigne Gerret Dessus | Vallorbe, Vaud | 0.7 mi | 481 ft | route | — |
| Sentier du Flon | Épalinges, Vaud | 0.7 mi | 25 ft | route | — |
| La Porte de l'Est - Le Cigognier | Avenches, Vaud | 1.0 mi | 11 ft | route | — |
| La Preisette-Les Illars | Fiez, Vaud | 1.0 mi | 382 ft | route | — |
| Les Praises-La Casba | Sainte-Croix, Vaud | 1.0 mi | 510 ft | route | — |
| Les Epoisats-Le Pont | Parc naturel régional Jura vaudois, Vaud | 1.2 mi | 339 ft | route | — |
| Les Revines-Vallorbe Gare (direct) | Le Day, Vaud | 1.3 mi | 334 ft | route | — |
| Grottes de l'Orbe - Mont d'Orzeires | Vallorbe, Vaud | 1.4 mi | 855 ft | route | — |
| Chasseron-Les Illars | Fiez, Vaud | 1.4 mi | 47 ft | route | — |
| Vallorbe Gare - Grottes de l'Orbe (rive droite) | Vallorbe, Vaud | 1.4 mi | 193 ft | route | — |
| Col de l'Aiguillon-Grange Neuve | Baulmes, Vaud | 1.6 mi | 431 ft | route | — |
| La Poyette-La Bessonne | Lignerolle, Vaud | 1.8 mi | 107 ft | route | — |
| L'Archette-Col du Vuarne | Parc naturel régional Jura vaudois, Vaud | 1.8 mi | 1,031 ft | route | — |
| Dent de Vaulion-Sur le Voué | Parc naturel régional Jura vaudois, Vaud | 1.8 mi | — | route | — |
| Sur le Voué- | Le Day, Vaud | 1.9 mi | 49 ft | route | — |
| Chalet de la Dôle-Le Bauloz | Parc naturel régional Jura vaudois, Vaud | 2.1 mi | 43 ft | route | — |
| La Combaz-Les Rochats | Provence, Vaud | 2.5 mi | 261 ft | route | — |
| La Gittaz-Col de l'Aigullon | L’Auberson, Vaud | 2.5 mi | 715 ft | route | — |
| Chemin nature pour tous | Les Clées, Vaud | 2.6 mi | 533 ft | route | — |
| 20km de Lausanne (4km race) | Lausanne, Vaud | 2.7 mi | 229 ft | route | — |
| Saigne Geret-Les Revines | Vallorbe, Vaud | 2.8 mi | 329 ft | route | — |
| Ballaigues-Vallorbe | Ballaigues, Vaud | 3.1 mi | 234 ft | route | — |
| Chemin des Narcisses | Parc naturel régional Gruyère Pays-d'Enhaut, Vaud | 3.3 mi | 1,303 ft | route | — |
| Les Cernets Dessous-La Combaz | Mauborget, Vaud | 3.6 mi | 587 ft | route | — |
| Grottes de l'Orbe-Les Epoisats | Vallorbe, Vaud | 4.1 mi | 1,223 ft | route | — |
| Chemin de la Sarine au Pays-d'Enhaut | Parc naturel régional Gruyère Pays-d'Enhaut, Vaud | 4.1 mi | 599 ft | route | — |
| fixme - fixme | Les Clées, Vaud | 4.1 mi | 1,151 ft | route | — |
| Schlacht-Denkmal - fixme | Faoug, Vaud | 4.2 mi | 214 ft | route | — |
| La Dôle | Parc naturel régional Jura vaudois, Vaud | 4.8 mi | 1,979 ft | route | — |
| Sur les traces du renard | Lausanne, Vaud | 5.4 mi | 206 ft | route | — |
| Chemin panorama alpin | Crans (VD), Vaud | 5.5 mi | 462 ft | route | — |
| Sentier du Talent | Bretigny-sur-Morrens, Vaud | 5.7 mi | 1,030 ft | route | — |
| Longirod - La Neuve | Parc naturel régional Jura vaudois, Vaud | 5.9 mi | 1,727 ft | route | — |
| Sentier Nature | Vully-les-Lacs, Vaud | 6.0 mi | 486 ft | route | — |
| Tour du Vallon des Vaux | Rovray, Vaud | 6.3 mi | 886 ft | route | — |
| Morcles vertical | District d'Aigle, Vaud | 6.7 mi | 8,442 ft | route | — |
| Terasses de Lavaux | Bourg-en-Lavaux, Vaud | 6.7 mi | 1,206 ft | route | — |
| Le chemin des fontaines des Bois du Jorat | Parc naturel du Jorat, Vaud | 7.3 mi | 832 ft | route | — |
| Sentier du Coq | Parc naturel régional Jura vaudois, Vaud | 7.5 mi | 3,140 ft | route | — |
| TP Mollendruz - Romainmôtie | Parc naturel régional Jura vaudois, Vaud | 7.6 mi | 2,210 ft | route | — |
| Via Alpina | Parc naturel régional Gruyère Pays-d'Enhaut, Vaud | 7.7 mi | 150 ft | route | — |
| Chemin panorama alpin | Saint-Sulpice, Vaud | 7.8 mi | 518 ft | route | — |
| Sentier du Sel | Huémoz, Vaud | 7.8 mi | 1,289 ft | route | — |
| Sentier Viticole | Vully-les-Lacs, Vaud | 8.2 mi | 1,364 ft | route | — |
| Via Alpina | Parc naturel régional Gruyère Pays-d'Enhaut, Vaud | 8.3 mi | 1,114 ft | route | — |
| course des Traîne-Savates 10km | Cheseaux-sur-Lausanne, Vaud | 9.0 mi | 617 ft | route | — |
| ViaJacobi | Lovatens, Vaud | 9.0 mi | 507 ft | route | — |
| Concise - Vaumarcus (par Le Camp de Vaumarcus) | Concise, Vaud | 9.0 mi | 786 ft | route | — |
| Via Alpina | Parc naturel régional Gruyère Pays-d'Enhaut, Vaud | 9.1 mi | 3,689 ft | route | — |
| ViaJacobi | Valbroye, Vaud | 10.2 mi | 272 ft | route | — |
| Sentier Au fil de l'eau | Vully-les-Lacs, Vaud | 10.6 mi | 333 ft | route | — |
| Hiking trail in need of a better name | Mutrux, Vaud | 10.6 mi | 2,770 ft | route | — |
| Chemin panorama alpin | Saint-Prex, Vaud | 10.7 mi | 1,179 ft | route | — |
| Via Alpina | Parc naturel régional Gruyère Pays-d'Enhaut, Vaud | 10.8 mi | 5,714 ft | route | — |
| Chemin panorama alpin | Bourg-en-Lavaux, Vaud | 11.2 mi | 1,065 ft | route | — |
| Sentier de la Truite | Lully (VD), Vaud | 11.4 mi | 635 ft | route | — |
| Sentier nature Grand Lausanne | District de Lausanne, Vaud | 11.8 mi | 1,235 ft | route | — |
| Chemin panorama alpin | Blonay - Saint-Légier, Vaud | 11.9 mi | 1,997 ft | route | — |
| 20 km de Lausanne (20 km race) | Lausanne, Vaud | 12.0 mi | 1,102 ft | route | — |
| Montricher-Mt Tendre-Châtel-Montricher (Switzerland) | District de Morges, Vaud | 12.2 mi | 3,415 ft | route | — |
| Nyon to la Cure - GR5 section | District de Nyon, Vaud | 12.8 mi | 2,880 ft | route | — |
| Montreux - Teysachaux - Moléson | District de la Riviera-Pays-d’Enhaut, Vaud | 15.8 mi | 7,844 ft | route | — |
| ViaJacobi | Prangins, Vaud | 16.2 mi | 928 ft | route | — |
| Chemin panorama alpin | Luins, Vaud | 17.0 mi | 1,357 ft | route | — |
| Le sentier des Toblerones | Vich, Vaud | 17.1 mi | 3,119 ft | route | — |
| ViaJacobi | Corcelles-le-Jorat, Vaud | 17.3 mi | 2,460 ft | route | — |
| ViaJacobi | Morges, Vaud | 17.9 mi | 1,135 ft | route | — |
| Grande traversée du Lavaux (Switzerland) | District de la Riviera-Pays-d’Enhaut, Vaud | 19.4 mi | 3,515 ft | route | — |
| Chemin des Crêtes du Jura | Ballaigues, Vaud | 20.5 mi | 5,345 ft | route | — |
| Chemin des Blés | Fey, Vaud | 22.4 mi | 1,481 ft | route | — |
| Traversée du Jura Suisse (Switzerland) | District du Jura-Nord vaudois, Vaud | 98.4 mi | 11,186 ft | route | — |
| Tour de Vaud (Switzerland) | District de Lavaux-Oron, Vaud | 174.3 mi | 42,592 ft | route | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many trail races are in Vaud?
There are 0 organized races and 72 self-supported routes available in Vaud.
What is the average elevation gain in Vaud?
The average elevation gain is 2,090 feet, with routes ranging from 11 to 42,592 feet.
What distances are available in Vaud?
Available distances include: 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon, 100 Mile, Ultra.
Can these trail routes in Vaud be used for hiking?
Yes. 97% of these routes are on trail surfaces, making them suitable for both trail running and hiking. The terrain analysis and elevation profiles help hikers plan their adventures just as effectively as runners.
What's the best time of year to run trails in Vaud?
Trail running conditions in Vaud vary by season and elevation. Check the race date column for organized events, which are typically scheduled during optimal weather windows. For year-round training routes, elevation profiles help you plan for seasonal conditions.
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