HYROX Lyon 2026: Race Dates, Venue & Registration

Thomas Prommer Hybrid Athlete | HYROX Pro Division Follow on Strava

Published: March 30, 2026

Updated: April 4, 2026

HYROX Lyon 2026

Lyon joins the HYROX calendar in 2026 as one of France's flagship race stops, running May 20-24 at what is expected to be Eurexpo, the city's major exhibition and congress centre. Lyon sits at the crossroads of France — two hours from Paris by TGV, under two hours from Marseille, and within reach of Geneva and Turin — making it an accessible destination for athletes across southern Europe.

France is a growing HYROX market, and Lyon's race entry slots will attract competitors from across the country as well as athletes travelling from Switzerland, Italy and northern Spain. Register early: French HYROX events have been selling out faster with each successive season.

Date & Venue

Eurexpo is one of France's largest exhibition venues, with over 130,000 square metres of space spread across multiple interconnected halls. It has hosted major international trade shows and sporting exhibitions, and its scale is well suited to the full HYROX course layout with wide spectator corridors. The site has abundant parking and is close to the A43 motorway.

Expected Ticket Prices

Prices are indicative based on comparable French HYROX events. The official schedule and pricing will appear on hyrox.com when registration opens. Early Bird allocation is limited — act fast when tickets go live.

Getting There

By Air

• Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) -- around 10 minutes by car from Eurexpo, making it the most convenient arrival option for international athletes
• The Rhônexpress tram links the airport to Lyon Part-Dieu station (30 minutes), from where connecting buses serve Eurexpo directly
• Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) is 2 hours away by TGV if flying into Paris for the connection
• Geneva Airport (GVA) is 2 hours by train for athletes coming from Switzerland

By Train

• Lyon Part-Dieu is the main TGV hub. High-speed trains arrive from Paris (2h), Marseille (1h30), Geneva (2h), and Bordeaux (3h30)
• Lyon Perrache is the secondary station, well connected to the rest of the city by metro and bus
• From Part-Dieu, Bus 36 or a taxi (around 20 minutes) connects to Eurexpo at Chassieu
• Eurostar athletes from London can travel via Paris with a single change, arriving in Lyon in under 5 hours total

By Car

• Eurexpo sits just off the A43 motorway (exit Chassieu), well signposted from the main Lyon périphérique ring road
• On-site parking is large and usually available for exhibition events, though pre-booking is advisable on busy race days
• From Paris: approximately 4.5 hours via A6/A40. From Geneva: 2 hours via A42. From Marseille: 3 hours via A7
• A toll card (télépéage) speeds up travel on French autoroutes if arriving from distance

Where to Stay

Lyon has a wide hotel selection across all budgets. Staying near the Eurexpo exhibition park or in the city centre are both practical options.

• Chassieu / Bron area -- immediately adjacent to Eurexpo. Several business hotels including Novotel Lyon Est Eurexpo and Mercure Lyon Est offer the shortest transfer time on race morning
• Part-Dieu (3rd arrondissement) -- Lyon's business district with abundant hotels at all price points. A 20-minute bus ride or short taxi to Eurexpo. Easy access to restaurants and the Rhônexpress tram
• Presqu'île (2nd arrondissement) -- the heart of Lyon, between the Rhône and Saône rivers. More expensive but excellent for exploring the city the day before or after your race
• Vieux Lyon (5th arrondissement) is the historic quarter with character accommodation, though transfer times to Eurexpo are longer (30-40 minutes)
• Book accommodation early if your race falls on a long weekend. May is a busy travel period in France

Training in Lyon

Lyon's fitness scene has expanded significantly in recent years. HYROX-specific equipment and coached preparation sessions are increasingly available across the city.

• CrossFit Lyon -- the established functional fitness community in Lyon. Multiple CrossFit affiliates operate in the city, several of which run HYROX-focused prep sessions in the lead-up to race season
• Basic-Fit Lyon -- budget gym chain with multiple locations across the city. Most branches carry SkiErg machines and rowing ergometers for standalone HYROX work sessions
• Fitness Park is another mid-range option with broad coverage across the Lyon metropolitan area, including locations near Part-Dieu and Vénissieux
• Noveosport -- a large sports complex in Lyon with a wide variety of functional training equipment and open coaching sessions
• Several functional fitness studios operate near the Presqu'île and Gerland areas, offering conditioning classes that align well with HYROX movement patterns

Running Routes

• Parc de la Tête d'Or -- Lyon's largest urban park with a 3 km perimeter road. Flat, traffic-free and very popular with runners. Central location near the 6th arrondissement
• Berges du Rhône -- the riverside quays on the east bank of the Rhône offer a long flat course ideal for running interval sessions or easy-distance work
• The Presqu'île riverbanks along the Saône offer quieter routes past Vieux Lyon and beneath the Fourvière hill
• For trail-style running, the slopes of Fourvière and the St-Just area provide short but steep hill repetitions within the city

Nearby HYROX Races

Lyon's central position in southern France puts several other HYROX events within practical travel range if you want to race multiple times in the season:

• Paris: April 23-27, 2026 — approximately 465 km north (2 hours by TGV from Lyon Part-Dieu)
• Nice: October 29 - November 1, 2026 — approximately 470 km south-east (under 6 hours by train via Marseille)
• Toulouse: March 19-22, 2026 — approximately 540 km south-west (5 hours by TGV)
• Bordeaux: September 30 - October 4, 2026 — approximately 545 km west (4 hours by TGV)
• Geneva: check hyrox.com — around 150 km east (2 hours by train), a quick trip if a Swiss race falls in the same period

Race Day Tips

• Arrive at least 90 minutes before your wave start. Eurexpo's layout is large and registration queues at major HYROX events can be slow
• Collect your race number and timing chip at registration. Bring a printed or digital confirmation and a valid photo ID
• The venue can be cold in the morning — bring a warm layer for the pre-race waiting period and have warm dry clothes ready in bag drop for after your finish
• Bring your own nutrition: gels, energy bars and an intra-race drink. On-site catering is available but queues build between waves
• Spectators: HYROX events are generally free for supporters. Eurexpo's wide halls give good sightlines across multiple workout stations
• French traffic can be heavy on major routes approaching Eurexpo on event days — give yourself extra travel time if driving
• Post-race, Lyon's Presqu'île and Vieux Lyon have excellent restaurants. Bouchons lyonnais (traditional Lyon bistros) are perfect for a high-calorie recovery meal

More Information

• All European HYROX Races 2026
• HYROX Nice 2026
• HYROX Paris 2026
• HYROX Tickets Guide
• Official HYROX Website