Ultra Trail Métropole Nice Côte d’Azur - 100M
The mythical distance. Discover the wonders of the Mercantour massif before heading south to the French Riviera.
Race Category
Running Stones
Finals Access
Distance
165 KM
Elevation Gain
8900 M+
Start Date
Friday 25th September 2026
Race Start
Auron - 13:00
Max Allowed Race Time
50 Hours
Dicover the race
From the Mercantour to the French Riviera
A mythical distance, the 100M sets off from Auron and climbs to its highest point above 2,650 metres at Rabuons — a landscape of stark, mineral beauty. The route then heads towards Colle Longue, skirting the Italian Piedmont before plunging into a remote, technical descent crafted for those who thrive in wide-open wilderness.
The course continues through chestnut forests and across the shimmering Tinée before the Mercantour massif opens up,leading to a high ridge traverse above 2,000 metres. From here, the trail swings south, gradually transitioning into more Mediterranean terrain where the light softens and the air grows warmer.
The closing kilometres take runners over the four hills of Leuze, Vinaigrier, Alban and Boron — a final test before the landscape suddenly opens onto the sea. From there, you follow the coastline towards your finish on the legendary Promenade des Anglais.
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