While cycling in all its forms remains at the heart of Roc d’Azur CIC, the event continues to evolve and reaffirms its ambition to bring together all outdoor sports enthusiasts. Roc d’Azur CIC is no longer experienced solely on two wheels. Since 2022, it has also been enjoyed on foot, combining performance, discovery and freedom in a protected natural environment. In 2026, trail runners and hikers are invited to experience the iconic landscapes of Fréjus, Roquebrune-sur-Argens, Saint-Raphaël and the Estérel Côte d’Azur Agglomération through five trail races and three hiking routes across two exceptional Mediterranean mountain ranges.
Two mountain ranges, two atmospheres, one shared spirit of adventure
On Saturday, 10 October, trail runners will set off from Saint-Raphaël towards the Estérel massif. With its striking red rocks plunging into the Mediterranean, it provides a spectacular setting for two challenges: the 51 km Roc Trail Estérel (1,365 m of elevation gain), offering a full immersion in the Estérel, and the 29.9 km Roc Trail Estérel (801 m of elevation gain), combining the joy of running with the challenge of pushing one's limits.
On Sunday, 11 October, attention shifts to the Maures massif, starting from Roquebrune-sur-Argens. Three distances cater to every level: 14.6 km (400 m of elevation gain) for newcomers to trail running, 24.8 km (780 m of elevation gain) for those seeking more technical terrain, and 42.1 km (1,270 m of elevation gain) for experienced runners looking for a true trail marathon.
Two days, two unique landscapes, but one shared promise: exceptional trails and the opportunity to race through the Estérel on Saturday before continuing the adventure in the Maures on Sunday.
Trail running: a new way to experience Roc d’Azur CIC
Trail running continues to attract an ever-growing community of participants, drawn by a different way of experiencing sport: exploring new territories, immersing themselves in nature and sharing a collective adventure. This philosophy perfectly matches the spirit of Roc d’Azur CIC. Over the years, the event has expanded its programme to become a genuine outdoor sports festival, bringing together several disciplines around the same passion. Many mountain bikers are also trail runners, united by the same desire for discovery and adventure.
Hiking: discover nature at your own pace
Roc d’Azur CIC 2026 also welcomes those who simply want to take the time to enjoy the scenery. Three hiking routes of 6.7 km (170 m elevation gain), 11.6 km (260 m) and 16.1 km (470 m), all taking place on Sunday, 11 October, will allow participants to explore the trails of the Maures massif in a friendly atmosphere, whether with family or friends. It is also a great opportunity for accompanying friends and relatives to pin on a race bib themselves and become part of the Roc d’Azur CIC community.
Registrations for the trail races and hiking routes are now open on the official website: rocazur.com
