Marathon des Alpes-Maritimes Nice-Cannes
Cannes, France · Sunday 7 June 2026
Held along the French Riviera between Nice and Cannes, this marathon takes runners through one of Europe's most celebrated coastal regions. The Alpes-Maritimes course winds through the Mediterranean landscape where mountains meet the sea, passing through towns and villages that define the Côte d'Azur. The setting combines seaside charm with proximity to the Alps, creating a backdrop that shifts between developed coastal areas and quieter natural terrain. The course is a trail marathon that stays largely flat with gentle rolling sections, keeping elevation changes minimal throughout the 42.2 kilometers. Runners will experience only modest climbs, with elevations ranging from just above sea level to around 30 meters, making this more of a steady cruise than a grinding mountain effort. The trail surface and forgiving gradient make it accessible for runners targeting a solid time rather than fighting significant vertical gain, though the Mediterranean heat and length of the distance will still demand respect and proper pacing.
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Adjusted Time
4:32:57
Time difference: +33.0 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain80m
Elevation High31m
Elevation Low3m
Marathon des Alpes-Maritimes Nice-Cannes 2026 Course Analysis
Marathon des Alpes-Maritimes Nice-Cannes is a full marathon held in Cannes, France, scheduled for Sunday 7 June 2026. The course is run on trail surface with 80m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 31m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Marathon des Alpes-Maritimes Nice-Cannes website.
Elevation Profile
This is a very flat course with only 80m of total elevation gain across the full distance. The course ranges from 3m to 31m above sea level — a 28m elevation range that makes it one of the flatter races available. Runners targeting a personal best will appreciate the minimal climbing.
Surface Type: Trail
Marathon des Alpes-Maritimes Nice-Cannes is a trail race, meaning the course includes unpaved surfaces such as dirt, gravel, or forest paths. Trail surfaces are inherently slower than road courses due to uneven footing, technical sections, and often steeper gradients. Trail-specific shoes with good grip are recommended, and runners should expect a finish time 10-20% slower than their equivalent road marathon time.
How Difficult Is Marathon des Alpes-Maritimes Nice-Cannes?
Our difficulty rating for Marathon des Alpes-Maritimes Nice-Cannes is calculated using a model that combines elevation gain, temperature impact, and surface type. Use the difficulty calculator above to enter your target finish time and see exactly how many minutes this course would add or subtract compared to a perfectly flat, cool, road-based marathon. Faster runners and slower runners are affected differently by the same course conditions, so the difficulty is personalised to your pace.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Marathon des Alpes-Maritimes Nice-Cannes against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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