Next event on May 28, 29, and 30, 2027

MaXi-Race

Tour of Lake Annecy Through the Mountains

To Each Their Own Challenge

There are two different types of races: “Race” events and “eXperience” events.

"Race" Races

"Race" Races

"Race" eventshave a more competitive spirit

  • Minimum level required to register for certain races

 

Our "Race" courses:

    • A Solo Trip Around the Lake
  • The Half-Tour of the Lake 
  • The Quart-de-tOur du Lac Race (100% men) and Race (100% women)
  • The Ado-Race

"Race" Races

A Solo 1-Day Hike Around the Lake

Distance

100 to 103 km*

Vertical rise

5,300 to 5,500 M*

Recommended level to complete the game

"Race" Races

The Demi tOur du Lac

Distance

55 to 58 km*

Vertical rise

3,200 to 3,500M*

Minimum required level for registration

"Race" Races

The Quart de tOur du Lac

Distance

19 to 20 km*

Vertical rise

410 m elevation gain, 1,450 m elevation loss

Recommended level to complete the game

"Race" Races

The Ado-Race

Distance

By age

Vertical rise

By age

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"Experiences" Runs

The “eXperience” Races

  • Pushing one's limits, discovery, experience…
  • There are no “podiums”; all runners, from first to last, receive the same finisher’s package and are treated equally (there are no elite “ Bibs ” in these race formats).

 

Our “eXperience” programs:

  • A 2-Day Tour Around the Lake
  • Solidarity Relays
  • Marathon-eXperience
  • Mini-Race (children under 10)

The “eXperiences” Runs

Marathon Experience (loop) 

Distance

38 to 42 km*

Vertical rise

1,600 to 1,800 M*

Recommended Level

The “eXperiences” Runs

Solidarity relays with 2 or 3 people

Distance

100 to 103 km*

Vertical rise

5,300 to 5,500 M*

Recommended level to complete the game

The “eXperiences” Runs

Around the Lake (2-Day Tour)

Distance

104 to 108 km*

Vertical rise

6,100 to 6,400 M*

Recommended level to complete the game

The “eXperiences” Runs

Mini-Race

Distance

By age

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

The DNA of the adidas
MaXi-Race

More than just an experience, the adidas MaXi-Race is an opportunityto travel, seekadventure, and discover yourself and unique landscapes.  Whether you’re runningsolo or in a relay, whatever your level and goals—fromultras to intermediate distances andshort trails—we offer routes that will let youexplore the mountains while enjoying Lake Annecy. As you traverseunique, unspoiled trails, you’ll discoverexceptional views of the lakewhile immersing yourself in theculture and treasures of Haute-Savoie.

In its early years, the “ Race ” was organized by a handful of runners who had come together under the DSN74 association. Over the years, the ranks have grown, and now nearly twenty local sports and non-sports organizations are involved in the event. Today, the adidas MaXi-Race brings together about thirty passionate runners throughout the year and more than 750 volunteers during the final stretch. 

Over the years, the adidas MaXi-Race has evolved to allow all runners, regardless of their background or performance level, to achieve their goals in a breathtaking 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, every form of participation counts—that’s why we launched MaXi-Inclusivity.

See you on the adidas MaXi-Race!

Pre-registration for the 2027 event is now closed