Marathon Nice-Cannes
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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.
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.
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The Nice-Cannes Marathon was founded in 1982, during the golden age of mass-participation running. Now 44 years old, it has established itself as a beloved fixture in Nice, growing from its early editions into a race with genuine character and loyal following.
The course record of 02:07:24, set by Abdelkrim Ayouni in 2017, speaks to what the Nice-Cannes Marathon offers elite athletes: a fast, honest course where serious times are achievable. The record has drawn increasingly competitive fields year after year.
The Nice-Cannes Marathon route is one of those courses where runners forget their pace and reach for their phones. The scenery through Nice and its surroundings has earned this race a reputation as one of the most photogenic in Europe.
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Abdelkrim Ayouni (2017)
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