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Ultra Trail Côte d'Azur is a 107km ultra marathon in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, France. Distance: 107km. Elevation: 5,800m D+. Difficulty: challenging (Challenge Rating 59/100). DNF rate: 20%. Time limit: 26h. Surface: trail. Established 2015.

107km challenging mountainous trail coastal scenic

Ultra Trail Côte d'Azur

Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France

"107km from Mediterranean coast to Maritime Alps — sea level to 1540m and back above the French Riviera."

59
Challenging
Distance 107km
Elevation Gain ↑5,800m
Surface trail
DNF Rate 20%
Cutoff 26h
What Makes It Unique

A coast-to-mountain ultra above the French Riviera — from Mediterranean sea level into the Maritime Alps with stunning views and 5800m of climbing.

The Course

A demanding ultra from the Mediterranean coast up into the Maritime Alps and back. The course climbs from sea level to over 1500m, traversing the stunning backcountry above the French Riviera. Coastal cliffs, medieval perched villages, and alpine terrain in a single race.

Profile

mountainous

Topology

loop

Aid Stations

8

Highest Point

1,540m

No Crew Access
No Pacers
Yes Mandatory Gear

Runner Experience

Scenery 5/5
Organization 3/5
Community 3/5
Aid Stations

Standard aid station support with food, drinks, and basic medical assistance at regular intervals.

Post-Race Culture

Post-race celebration in a scenic coastal setting. France hospitality adds warmth to the finish line experience.

Race Day Weather

Temperature

16°C

8° – 22°

Humidity

60%

Rain Chance

25%

Conditions

October on the Côte d'Azur. Mediterranean autumn — pleasant with potential for rain. Warm at coast, cool in mountains.

Stats & Records

Established

2015

Finishers

350

Avg Finish

17:00:00

Course Record (M)

9:35:22

Sebastien Spehler (2023)

Course Record (W)

12:02:15

Ragna Debats (2022)

Entry

Entry Cost

€120

Opens

February

Sells Out

months

Max Starters: 450
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Lore & Trivia

Catllaras 100K runs through the eastern Catalan Pyrenees — the same mountain range as Ultra Pirineu but in a less-visited, wilder section. The course crosses the Serra de Catllaràs and Cadí ranges through terrain that is technical, remote, and authentically Pyrenean. This is Catalan mountain running without the international gloss — smaller fields, fewer aid stations, and a closer connection to the pastoral mountain landscape that defines the Pyrenean borderlands.

  • The course connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Maritime Alps in a single vertical journey.
  • Medieval perched villages along the route have barely changed since the Middle Ages.
  • The Maritime Alps are where the Alps meet the sea — nowhere else in Europe offers this coast-to-summit transition.
  • Monaco and the French Riviera are visible from the mountain sections of the course.
  • Established in 2015.

The Catalan Pyrenees at their most raw — no UTMB polish, just mountain, rock, and determination.

— A Catllaras runner On the race's unpolished character

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Ultra Trail Côte d'Azur? +

Ultra Trail Côte d'Azur is a 107km (107km) ultra marathon with 5,800m of elevation gain. The course is loop on trail terrain.

How hard is Ultra Trail Côte d'Azur? +

Ultra Trail Côte d'Azur is rated challenging with a Challenge Rating of 59/100 (Challenging). The DNF rate is 20%. Runners have 26 hours to finish.

What is the weather like at Ultra Trail Côte d'Azur? +

Average temperature is 16°C (range 8°C to 22°C) with 60% humidity and a 25% chance of rain. October on the Côte d'Azur. Mediterranean autumn — pleasant with potential for rain. Warm at coast, cool in mountains.

Are crew and pacers allowed at Ultra Trail Côte d'Azur? +

No crew access is permitted. Pacers are not allowed. Mandatory gear is required.

What is the course record for Ultra Trail Côte d'Azur? +

The men's course record is 9:35:22 set by Sebastien Spehler in 2023. The women's course record is 12:02:15 set by Ragna Debats in 2022.

What is the average finish time for Ultra Trail Côte d'Azur? +

The average finish time is 17:00:00. About 350 runners finish each year. The DNF rate is 20%.

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