Running in Ain 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 in Ain—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 9, 2025

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1. Mount Mourex - loop - running in the Haut-Jura Regional Natural Park

8.33km

01:04

180m

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

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2. Around lake Genin - running

12.2km

01:37

480m

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

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3. The Turet viewpoint - running in the Haut-Jura Regional Natural Park

5.34km

00:43

170m

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

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4. Mont de Cordon - loop - running

6.75km

00:52

170m

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

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5. Le col du Petit Perthuis – loop – running

8.92km

01:10

290m

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

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6. Lac Bleu - loop - running

5.11km

00:39

160m

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

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7. Losses of the Valserine - running in the Haut-Jura Natural Regional Park

5.34km

00:41

90m

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

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8. Les rochers de Jarbonnet - loop - running

8.12km

01:04

220m

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

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9. Lac d'Armaille – loop – running

10.2km

01:15

180m

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

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10. The Eilloux waterfall - loop - running

3.80km

00:27

80m

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

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The best running trails in Ain

1. Mount Mourex - loop - running in the Haut-Jura Regional Natural Park

2. Around lake Genin - running

3. The Turet viewpoint - running in the Haut-Jura Regional Natural Park

4. Mont de Cordon - loop - running

5. Le col du Petit Perthuis – loop – running

6. Lac Bleu - loop - running

7. Losses of the Valserine - running in the Haut-Jura Natural Regional Park

8. Les rochers de Jarbonnet - loop - running

9. Lac d'Armaille – loop – running

10. The Eilloux waterfall - loop - running

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