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Trail races in Occitania 2026

The limestone south of France: the Causses de Millau are a technical limestone plateau, canyons, and continental Mediterranean climate, home to the Festival des Templiers, one of Europe's most crowded trail events.

6 races, august – november 2026

Season essentials

For cold and dark miles

Headlamp, thermal layer and a good watch: what matters when daylight runs short.

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Climate in Occitania: Spring and autumn are the best windows: mild temperatures and less risk of extreme heat on the exposed plateau. Summer can exceed 35°C with barely any shade, which is why the Festival des Templiers is held in October, taking advantage of cooler temperatures and autumn light.

Race overview

6

Races

10 – 161 km

Distance range

300 – 10,000 D+

Elevation range

Aug – Nov

Race months

Intermediate (1)Advanced (3)Elite (2)

Difficulty

By month

August(1)October(3)November(2)

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Essential trail running gear

Must-have gear to prepare for your mountain races

Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z

Black Diamond

Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z

Ultralight carbon Z-pole foldable trekking poles. 137 g per pole in 110 cm length, 33 cm folded. EVA grip and adjustable strap. The trail running reference.

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Hoka Speedgoat 7

Hoka

Hoka Speedgoat 7

The best-selling trail shoe in the US and an absolute ultra-trail classic. Max Hoka cushioning, a Vibram Megagrip outsole with 5 mm lugs for grip in mud and technical terrain, and a snug Matryx upper. Built to eat up kilometres without punishing your legs in long races.

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