Running in Ardèche 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 Ardèche—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. Lac du Ternay — loop

3.79km

00:24

50m

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

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2. Le Cirque de Gens — loop from Ruoms

7.17km

00:53

90m

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

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3. The Massif de Crussol and the Château de Crussol - running loop

7.25km

00:58

280m

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

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4. Trail in the plateau des Grads and its dolmens — loop

24.6km

03:06

380m

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

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5. Around Ribes — loop

9.77km

01:17

350m

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

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6. Le Pont d'Arc – running loop in the Ardèche Gorge Nature Reserve

6.05km

00:53

230m

240m

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

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7. Tour du Lac d’Issarlès – running course

3.91km

00:29

60m

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

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8. From Vogüé to Balazuc — loop on the old railway

13.0km

01:25

120m

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

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9. Trail 400 D+ in the Vallée de la Beaume — loop

11.1km

01:30

390m

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

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10. Trail 800 D+ in the Vallée de la Beaume — loop

21.0km

02:57

830m

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

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The best running trails in Ardèche

1. Lac du Ternay — loop

2. Le Cirque de Gens — loop from Ruoms

3. The Massif de Crussol and the Château de Crussol - running loop

4. Trail in the plateau des Grads and its dolmens — loop

5. Around Ribes — loop

6. Le Pont d'Arc – running loop in the Ardèche Gorge Nature Reserve

7. Tour du Lac d’Issarlès – running course

8. From Vogüé to Balazuc — loop on the old railway

9. Trail 400 D+ in the Vallée de la Beaume — loop

10. Trail 800 D+ in the Vallée de la Beaume — loop

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