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The best running trails around Saint-Étienne

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Running around Saint-Étienne is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes around Saint-Étienne—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: October 19, 2025

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1. Le Gouffre d'Enfer – loop – running in the Pilat Regional Natural Park

8.15km

01:03

220m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Gorges de la Loire - loop - running in the Gorges de la Loire nature reserve

8.08km

01:06

280m

290m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. The Pilat

25.5km

03:05

880m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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4. Lac and dam of Couzon - loop - running in the Pilat regional natural park

3.89km

00:26

30m

40m

Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. The medieval village of Malleval - loop - running in the Pilat Regional Natural Park

7.13km

00:54

160m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Vierge du Mont Monnet - loop - running in the Pilat Regional Natural Park

4.11km

00:32

130m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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7. The three teeth - loop - running in the Pilat Natural Regional Park

4.35km

00:37

140m

160m

Expert run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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8. La Pyramide loop from Le Bessat

13.2km

01:37

340m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Crêt des 6 Soleils – Crêt des 6 Soleils loop from Saint-Étienne Carnot

10.5km

01:18

250m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Running loop from Saint-Genest-Malifaux

7.42km

00:55

90m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails around Saint-Étienne

1. Le Gouffre d'Enfer – loop – running in the Pilat Regional Natural Park

2. Gorges de la Loire - loop - running in the Gorges de la Loire nature reserve

3. The Pilat

4. Lac and dam of Couzon - loop - running in the Pilat regional natural park

5. The medieval village of Malleval - loop - running in the Pilat Regional Natural Park

6. Vierge du Mont Monnet - loop - running in the Pilat Regional Natural Park

7. The three teeth - loop - running in the Pilat Natural Regional Park

8. La Pyramide loop from Le Bessat

9. Crêt des 6 Soleils – Crêt des 6 Soleils loop from Saint-Étienne Carnot

10. Running loop from Saint-Genest-Malifaux

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