Course & Elevation

The Nice-Cannes Marathon is a stunning point-to-point coastal race that begins at the Promenade des Anglais in Nice and finishes in Cannes, offering breathtaking Mediterranean Sea views throughout. The course rolls along the famous French Riviera coastline, passing through picturesque villages like Antibes and Juan-les-Pins with modest elevation changes that keep the route challenging but scenic.

Surface: road Profile: Rolling

🌤️ Weather

Temperature 14°C

Humidity 65%

Rain Chance 35%

Mild autumn conditions with cool mornings and pleasant afternoons typical of the French Riviera in November. Occasional rain possible but generally favorable for distance running.

🏆 Course Record

02:07:24

Abdelkrim Ayouni (2017)

Registration

Registration Opens March

Registration Closes October

Entry Cost €55-€95

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🎯 Fun Facts

▸ Established in 1982, the Nice-Cannes Marathon is one of France's oldest marathons and one of the few races that connects two glamorous Côte d'Azur cities.
▸ The race is a favorite among European marathoners seeking a scenic alternative to major city marathons, attracting elite runners and recreational competitors alike.
▸ The 42km point-to-point course ensures no repetitive sections, with runners finishing directly on the beaches of Cannes overlooking the Mediterranean.
▸ November is the sweet spot for this race—warm enough for comfortable racing but cool enough to avoid the summer heat that makes coastal marathons challenging.

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