Marathon des Alpes-Maritimes Nice-Cannes

The Marathon des Alpes-Maritimes Nice-Cannes is France's second-largest marathon by finishers and one of the most visually spectacular point-to-point courses in European road running. Starting on Nice's legendary Promenade des Anglais, the route traces 42 kilometers of uninterrupted Mediterranean coastline through the glamorous towns of Cagnes-sur-Mer, Antibes, Juan-les-Pins, and Golfe-Juan before finishing on Cannes' iconic Promenade de la Croisette. Roughly 95% of the course hugs the sea, offering breathtaking views of the turquoise Côte d'Azur at every turn. The profile is mostly flat with gentle undulations, making it a favorite among runners chasing fast times in a stunning setting. A World Athletics Label event and AIMS-certified course, it draws over 15,000 marathon participants and nearly 22,000 runners across all distances each November. One of the race's best perks: your bib doubles as a free ZOU train pass for unlimited TER rail service between Nice and Cannes on race day, solving the point-to-point logistics beautifully. November's mild Riviera weather — typically 10-17°C — adds to the appeal of what many consider the most beautiful marathon route in France. The relay option allows teams of 3–6 runners to share the course across five designated exchange points.