Marseille-Cassis - AG2R La Mondiale 2026

Name: Marseille-Cassis - AG2R La Mondiale
Start: 2026-10-25
End: 2026-10-25
Location: Marseille

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Marseille (Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Region, France)View on map
Next event : Sun, October 25, 2026Date confirmed
Last event : Sun, October 26, 2025
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The event in a few words

Marseille-Cassis! The name alone makes us eager to be there 😍.

South, Bouches-du-Rhône, Côte d’Azur, PACA, beaches 🏖️, sea 🌊, calanques 🏞️, sun 🌞, gorgeous landscapes, want more? 🤔 You'd have to be crazy not to acknowledge the beauty of the south of France 🤪.

We no longer need to introduce the famous Marseille-Cassis race... Yet, we'll tell you a bit more about this splendid world-renowned event 🌎. Created in 1979 (also the year the movie Les Bronzés font du ski was released, what a year 😎). During the first edition, 700 participants took part in the race 🤓. Today, over 20,000 participants take off each year on this route! 🤯 Moreover, it's held in October, so you won't be too hot 🥵 or too cold 🥶. Fantastic weather in the south! 😜

Meet at the Orange Vélodrome in Marseille, not for an OM match 🔵⚪️ but to get started in this superb road race 🛣️. The magic of Marseille-Cassis also lies in its course 🧭. Yes, throughout the 20 km, a series of postcard-worthy landscapes 🌅 awaits, including the crossing of the Calanques National Park, offering a breathtaking natural panorama over 12 km 🥰. And the highlight? You end your journey in the heart of the vineyards of Provence, in Cassis. We've seen worse finishes 😅.

As Hervé Villard would say, Caaaassssssssiiiiiiiis is over! 🎤

While there isn't a Marseille-Cassis marathon, you can certainly make the return trip from Cassis to Marseille 🌞. Expect a wide range of scenery with some significant ups and downs, a 5km climb 📈, and the Col de la Gineste ⛰️ at 327 meters high. But trust us, the unparalleled beauty of the course and the diversity of landscapes will make you forget any pain 😌. Unsurprisingly, runners worldwide mark Marseille-Cassis in their calendars each year 🏃...

Note that bibs for the 20 km of Marseille-Cassis are in high demand and the race generally sells out weeks before race day! 🥲 Don't worry, once registrations close, organizers set up a resale system, but act quickly to get your precious entry and have a chance to cross the finish line 🏁.

After such an energy expenditure 🔋, you'll probably be hungry 🍽️. Unless you've saved some bouillabaisse in your backpack 🎒, we can offer a good anchoïade for the appetizer 😋. There's never a wrong time for an aperitif here! 🥂 If you’re up for it, the calanques and the Mediterranean are open for a swim 🏊‍♂️. Otherwise, head back to Marseille to enjoy all its wonders ✨.

4 reasons to join this race

Cross the Calanques 🤩

During this iconic running event, you will have the chance to cover 12 km in the Calanques National Park! Featuring pebble and sandy beaches, small coves, and turquoise waters, this haven of biodiversity is postcard-perfect! It's an exceptional landscape you'll get to explore 🥰.

It's all about ups and downs ⛰️

The Marseille-Cassis race is also about elevation! 📈 You'll pass through the Col de la Gineste, connecting the cities of Marseille and Cassis. You'll need to hold on as you gain an impressive 327 meters of elevation in one go! But don't worry, you'll soon descend towards Cassis. It's a real lift, this race 🤣.

A panoramic view 😎

After climbing the Col de la Gineste, you'll be treated to breathtaking views of all Marseille and the Mediterranean Sea 🌊. A refreshment station will be set up at the summit, so you can take a moment to enjoy the spectacle 😎.

A strong spirit of camaraderie 🤝

Marseille-Cassis is also a major running event that brings together numerous runners from around the world! 🌍 Everyone runs hand in hand to finish this event and enjoy a moment of unique sharing! ✨

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Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Elevation gain : 340mD+
18,000+ runners in the last edition
1 loopx20 km

A few more words

From the Orange Vélodrome Stadium 🏟️, you will head towards the Mazargues Obelisk 📍. At km 5, you will pass through the university campus of Luminy then start your climb towards the Col de la Gineste ⛰️, which will be the section where you will gain the most elevation 📈. You will finally descend progressively towards Cassis, passing through Carpiagne and heading towards the SNCF station 🚄. After this journey of 20 km, you will cross the finish line at Avenue des Albizzi 🏁.

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

: Bib pickup will take place at the Marseille-Cassis Expo, held at Parc Chanot:
Friday, October 23, 2026, from 10 AM to 8:30 PM
Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 9 AM to 8 PM
: The race will start on October 25, 2025, at 9 AM on Boulevard Michelet, near the Orange Vélodrome Stadium in Marseille.
: The first wave of the race starts at 9 AM, followed by subsequent waves every 5 minutes:
Wave 1: Elites / 1h20 / 1h30 SAS
Wave 2: 1h45 SAS
Wave 3 to 10: General public
: No, medical certificates are no longer accepted. You must present a PPS certificate dated less than three months from the day of the race. FFA (or equivalent federation) licenses are also accepted.
: The Marseille-Cassis event is open to those born in 2007 or earlier. For those born in 2007 but not yet of legal age on race day, parental authorization is required.
: Yes, 4 refreshment stations will be set up along the course:
km 5: Luminy roundabout
km 10: Col de la Gineste
km 15: Bois Joli
at the finish line
: You will have a maximum of 1h30 to pass the Col de la Gineste and 3h to complete the entire course starting from the last wave's departure. A maximum time barrier at the Jean-Jacques Bontoux roundabout in Cassis, at the bottom of the Gineste road, will be set at 12:45 PM.
: The race is open to persons with disabilities. They may be accompanied by their guide. However, individuals in wheelchairs will not be able to start.
: Free buses are available for runners:
Departing Cassis for Marseille, continuous service from 6 AM to 8 AM:
Departure from Cassis, at the bottom of the Gorguettes parking lot and middle of Avenue Foch.
Arrival in Marseille, Rue Raymond Teisseire at the height of Gate C of Parc Chanot.
Departing Aubagne for Marseille (Recommended), continuous service from 6 AM to 8 AM:
Departure from Aubagne, North Auchan Aubagne Parking (Les Paluds shopping area), near the "Drive Auchan". From 7:15 AM, mandatory bag drop-off in Aubagne at the shuttle departure point.
Arrival in Marseille, Rue Raymond Teisseire at the height of Gate C of Parc Chanot.
For the return journey:
Departing Cassis for Marseille or Aubagne.
Continuous service from 11:30 AM to 3 PM, then every 30 minutes until 6 PM:
Departure from Cassis, from the bottom of Avenue Foch
Arrival:
Marseille - Rue Raymond Teisseire at the height of Gate C of Parc Chanot.
Aubagne - North Auchan Aubagne Parking, near "Drive Auchan" (Les Paluds shopping area).
: Bags can be deposited in storage from 6:45 AM and before 8 AM, in trucks positioned on Rue Raymond Teisseire, near the Ganay Esplanade. Your bag will be returned to you upon arrival in Cassis.
: Bags can be deposited at luggage facilities from 6:45 AM to 8:00 AM in trucks located on Rue Raymond Teisseire, near the Esplanade Ganay. Your bag will be returned to you at the Cassis finish line.