French Riviera Marathon Nice-Cannes

The French Riviera Marathon Nice‑Cannes (Marathon des Alpes-Maritimes Nice-Cannes) is a coastal road race along the Mediterranean between Nice and Cannes in France. Courses include the full marathon, a two‑person half‑marathon relay (“2 x 21.1 km”), a six‑person relay, and a 20 km challenge, all certified and timed by the French Athletics Federation.

The starting line is on the iconic Promenade des Anglais in Nice, passing landmarks like the Hotel Negresco, then running through Saint‑Laurent‑du‑Var, Cagnes‑sur‑Mer, Villeneuve‑Loubet, Antibes‑Juan‑les‑Pins, Vallauris‑Golfe‑Juan before the finish at Boulevard de la Croisette in Cannes, near the Palais des Festivals. With minimal elevation gain (under 200 m), mostly flat and scenic, it’s popular with runners chasing personal bests or seeking a travel marathon under sunlit coastal skies.

Registration includes perks such as a personalized bib, training expo access, finisher medal, t‑shirt, backpack, timing chip, refreshments, medical support, photos, and a TER regional train ticket enabling free travel between Nice and Cannes on race day.

Runners and accompanying visitors can enjoy post‑race tourism, exploring the beaches, museums, Antibes old town, Juan‑les‑Pins dining, the Lérins Islands off Cannes, and the glamour of Cannes itself—home of the film festival and Belle Époque boulevards. This race is ideal for destination running vacations, combining performance, seaside atmosphere, and Mediterranean tourism.

Information believed correct at time of publication. Please confirm details on the official website before booking arrangements.