Next edition : May 28, 29 and 30, 2027

MaXi -Race

Tour of Lake Annecy through the Mountains

To each their own challenge

You will find 2 different approaches: "Race" races and "eXperience" races.

The "Race" races

The "Race" races

The "Race" races have a more competitive spirit

  • Minimum level required to register for certain races

 

Our "Race" courses:

    • The solo tour of the lake
  • The Half Turn of the Lake 
  • The Quarter-Turn of the Lake Race 100% male and Race 100% female
  • The Teenage Race

The "Race" races

Tour of the Lake in 1 Day Solo

Distance

100 to 103 km*

Vertical rise

5300 to 5500 M*

Recommended level to finish

The "Race" races

THE Demi tOur du Lac

Distance

55 to 58km*

Vertical rise

3200 to 3500M*

Minimum level required to register

The "Race" races

THE Quart de tOur du Lac

Distance

19 to 20 km*

Vertical rise

410m D+ 1450 D-

Recommended level to finish

The "Race" races

The Teenage Race

Distance

Depending on age

Vertical rise

Depending on age

Experience races

The "Experiences" races

The "eXperience" races

  • Self-improvement, discovery, experience…
  • There are no "podiums," all runners from first to last have the same finish and are considered in the same way (there are no Bibs elites on these formats)

 

Our "eXperience" programs:

  • The Lake Tour in 2 days
  • Solidarity Relays
  • Marathon-eXperience
  • Mini-Race (children under 10 years old)

The "eXperiences" races

Marathon Experience (loop) 

Distance

38 to 42 km*

Vertical rise

1600 to 1800 M*

Recommended level

The "eXperiences" races

Solidarity relays with 2 or 3 people

Distance

100 to 103km*

Vertical rise

5300 to 5500 M*

Recommended level to finish

The "eXperiences" races

The Lake Tour (in 2 days)

Distance

104 to 108km*

Vertical rise

6100 to 6400 M*

Recommended level to finish

The "eXperiences" races

Mini-Race

Distance

Depending on age

*The exact distances and elevation gains depend on your watch's settings

The DNA of Adidas
MaXi-Race

More than just an experience, the adidas MaXi-Race is an invitation to travel , adventure, and self-discovery amidst unique landscapes. Whether you're running solo or in a relay , whatever your level and goals—from ultras to intermediate distances and short trails —we offer routes that will allow you to explore the mountains while enjoying Lake Annecy . By traversing unique and unspoiled paths , you'll discover exceptional views of the lake while immersing yourself in the culture and treasures of Haute-Savoie.

In the early editions, the Race It was organized by a handful of runners belonging to the DSN74 association . Over the years, the ranks have grown, and now nearly twenty local sports and non-sports associations are involved in the event. Today, the adidas MaXi-Race brings together around thirty passionate runners throughout the year and more than 750 volunteers in the final stretch. 

Over the years, the adidas MaXi-Race has evolved to allow all runners, regardless of their profile or performance level, to achieve their goals in a magnificent setting. Each edition is an opportunity to incorporate new themes, allowing us to stay true to our values ​​and our runners. For example, at our event , all forms of participation count , which is why we launched MaXi-Inclusivity .

See you at the adidas MaXi-Race!

Pre-registrations for the 2027 edition:
From October 1st to 7th, 2026