Nice Côte d'Azur by UTMB - 100M - Elevation Profile, Aid Stations and Cutoffs
Nice Côte d'Azur by UTMB - 100M is a 165 km ultra-trail with around 8,900 m of elevation gain, starting in Auron, France. The overall cutoff is 50 hours.
Course profile
- Distance
- 165 km
- Elevation gain
- 8,900 m
- Elevation loss
- 10,129 m
- Cutoff
- 50h
- Typical winning time
- ~19h
The biggest climb between checkpoints gains around 1,363 m from Saint-Etienne-de-Tinée (km 8.1) to Cabane des Chasseurs (km 16.6). The steepest sustained section on the elevation profile averages about 26% over roughly 2.9 km around km 87. Crew access is allowed at Isola Village (38 km), Saint-Sauveur-sur-Tinée (63.8 km), Venanson (83.6 km), Utelle (109.9 km), Levens (121.9 km), Tourrette-Levens (140.4 km), Drap (147.5 km) and Plateau Saint-Michel (156.6 km). Drop bags are available at Saint-Sauveur-sur-Tinée and Levens.
Data is approximate and courses change between editions - always verify against the official race guide.
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Aid stations and checkpoints
| Checkpoint | Km | Cumulative gain (m) | Cumulative loss (m) | Cutoff | Crew | Drop bag |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Start - Auron | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | - | - |
| Saint-Etienne-de-Tinée | 8.1 | 216 | 673 | - | No | No |
| Cabane des Chasseurs | 16.6 | 1,579 | 709 | Fri 17:45 | No | No |
| Refuge de Rabuons | 17.2 | 1,622 | 709 | - | - | - |
| Collelongue | 28.9 | 2,209 | 1,248 | - | No | No |
| Isola Village | 38 | 2,290 | 3,055 | Fri 23:15 | Yes | No |
| Pont de Paule | 50.2 | 3,007 | 3,937 | Sat 03:00 | No | No |
| Saint-Sauveur-sur-Tinée | 63.8 | 3,770 | 4,886 | Sat 07:15 | Yes | Yes |
| Rimplas | 68.4 | 4,312 | 4,886 | Sat 09:00 | No | No |
| Venanson | 83.6 | 5,251 | 5,693 | Sat 14:00 | Yes | No |
| Granges de la Brasque | 93.9 | 6,126 | 6,024 | Sat 18:00 | No | No |
| Utelle | 109.9 | 6,321 | 7,127 | Sat 22:00 | Yes | No |
| Levens | 121.9 | 6,692 | 7,758 | Sun 01:30 | Yes | Yes |
| Tourrette-Levens | 140.4 | 7,701 | 8,895 | Sun 08:00 | Yes | No |
| Drap | 147.5 | 7,938 | 9,434 | Sun 10:00 | Yes | No |
| Plateau Saint-Michel | 156.6 | 8,423 | 9,637 | Sun 13:00 | Yes | No |
| Nice - Promenade des Anglais (Finish) | 165 | 8,900 | 10,129 | Sun 15:15 | Yes | Yes |
Data is approximate and courses change between editions - always verify against the official race guide. Source: official race guide, verified July 17, 2026 - Official race website
FAQ
How much elevation gain does Nice Côte d'Azur by UTMB - 100M have?
Nice Côte d'Azur by UTMB - 100M has around 8,900 m of cumulative elevation gain and 10,129 m of loss over 165 km.
What is the cutoff time for Nice Côte d'Azur by UTMB - 100M?
The overall Nice Côte d'Azur by UTMB - 100M cutoff is 50 hours, with intermediate time barriers at major checkpoints. Winning times are typically around 19 hours.
How long is Nice Côte d'Azur by UTMB - 100M?
Nice Côte d'Azur by UTMB - 100M covers approximately 165 km, starting in Auron, France.
How many aid stations does Nice Côte d'Azur by UTMB - 100M have and which allow crew?
The checkpoint table lists 15 major aid points between the start and the finish. Crew access is allowed at Isola Village (38 km), Saint-Sauveur-sur-Tinée (63.8 km), Venanson (83.6 km), Utelle (109.9 km), Levens (121.9 km), Tourrette-Levens (140.4 km), Drap (147.5 km) and Plateau Saint-Michel (156.6 km). Drop bags are available at Saint-Sauveur-sur-Tinée and Levens.
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