Trails in the Alpes-Maritimes

The department, whose prefecture is Nice (Nissa la Bella) ☀️, is a raw gem. You will run on the traces of the ancient County of Nice, where history is read in the stone of perched villages like Èze or Saint-Paul-de-Vence. But beware, the terrain is demanding. Whether you aim for an accessible race nature run or a mythical ultra like the UTCAM a.k.a. Ultra Trail® Côte d'Azur Mercantour, expect it to be technical. The limestone soil is "rock" that rolls under your shoes, typical of the region. As for the weather, if the climate is mild with 300 sunny days, remember that the environment changes quickly: you can sweat in the scrubland and find snow a few hours later in the Mercantour National Park, the realm of the wolf and alpine biodiversity.

Here, we have a singing accent and sometimes speak Nissart. If you hear a volunteer shouting "Mangiaci!" (Eat!), it's time to refuel. After swallowing positive elevation gain, recovery is done locally. Forget energy gels at the finish! Here, it's Socca (chickpea pancake), Pissaladière, and Swiss chard pie. It is also the land of sports legends and celebrities, but on the trails, there's no red carpet. Just you, the slope, and breathtaking views from the Valley of Wonders to the lemon groves of Menton.

Whether you are a peak warrior or a Sunday jogger exploring the Grasse hinterland, it's time to find your next challenge. The 06 offers you a rare diversity, from the coastal trails of the Cap d'Antibes to sharp peaks over 3000m in altitude. You don't need to go far to find a race of your choice! This French department is lucky enough to offer several races such as the Trail des Merveilles, the Trail d'Èze, the Urban trail of Mandelieu, the Raid EDHEC, or even the Foulées de l’Estéron! Yes, let yourself be seduced, don't wait any longer to book a bib.

The starting line awaits only you, scroll and choose your race! 👇