Marathon des Alpes-Maritimes Nice-Cannes
The Lowdown
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 8,500 marathon finishers and nearly 60,000 spectators each November. One of the race's best perks: your bib doubles as a free train ticket 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.
Race Day
Weather Forecast
Elevation
Terrain Profile
Relatively flat course
Participants
Field Size
Large field
Crowd Rating
Spectator Support
Excellent spectator turnout
Free TER Train Service Included
Dec 1, 2025Race bib doubles as a free train ticket for unlimited TER service between Nice and Cannes on race day.
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Promenade des Anglais - Famous Nice seafront boulevard and marathon start location
Antibes Old Town - Historic walled town with Picasso Museum passed mid-race
Juan-les-Pins - Glamorous beach resort town along the Cote d'Azur
Cap d'Antibes - Scenic cape between Antibes and Juan-les-Pins
La Croisette, Cannes - Iconic boulevard and finish area along Cannes' famous waterfront
Nice, France
FR
Average rate for 3-star accommodations near the start line
Eligibility
- Must be 18 years or older on race day
- Must provide medical certificate of fitness (non-licensed runners)
Required Documents
- Valid photo ID for bib pickup
- Medical certificate dated less than 12 months (for non-FFA licensed runners)
- FFA license (if registering as licensed runner)
Entry Methods
- Online Registration via marathon06.com
Cancellation & Refund Policy
No refunds after registration is confirmed
Deferral to the following year may be available under specific conditions
AIMS certified course
World Athletics Label road race
Point-to-point from Nice to Cannes along the French Riviera
Race bib serves as free TER train ticket on race day
Limited to 15,000 marathon participants
France's second-largest marathon by finishers
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