Côte d'Azur · Mercantour
Guided trail running between the Mediterranean and the high peaks of the Mercantour. State-certified guides, a unique playground: the Côte d'Azur, from the seashore to 3000 metres.
What sets us apart
Here, the sea and the high mountains meet. In a few dozen minutes, you go from the pebbles of the coast to the ridges of the Mercantour. Each Azur Trail outing sits on this line, by its altitude. It's up to you how high you want to climb.
Find your format
Your guide just for you. Lessons, half-days, intensive weekends and bespoke treks, at your pace.
Our catalogue of outings in iconic places. 3000m summit, hills of Nice, Vallée des Merveilles, Urban Trail.
Our dated summer programme, at Auron and Isola 2000. Technique, nutrition, night trail, led by our guides.
An assessment and a personalised remote training plan, with optional follow-up. To progress towards your goal.
Evergreen catalogue
Signature itineraries, designed to make a mark. Book your spot, we handle the rest.
Summer 2026 · registration
Each summer week, two scheduled sessions to progress as a group, in the finest spots of the Tinée valley.
Your guides
All our guides are certified Mountain Leaders (AMM), accredited to lead in the Mercantour National Park. Safety, teaching and a deep knowledge of the terrain at the heart of every outing.
Mountain Guide - Accredited Mercantour National Park
Loïc has been trail running since 2011, with 7 ultras (100 km to 100 miles) under his belt. Passionate about endurance, mountains and pushing limits. Founder of the association "Des quartiers au sommet", he works to make the mountains accessible to everyone, combining teaching, social commitment and love of the terrain.
Mountain Guide
Based in the Tinée valley, Sophie fell in love with the wild, luminous mountains of the Mercantour. An accomplished trail runner and winner of the Département 06 Long Trail Challenge, she knows the Alpes-Maritimes trails intimately and loves sharing their wonders.
Mountain Guide
For over 15 years, Michaël has explored the Mercantour and the Préalpes d'Azur down to their most hidden corners. A trail runner and orienteer at heart, he competes in all formats from KV to ultra, with the Lavaredo Ultra Trail and Ultra Trail Atlas Toubkal among his achievements. Drawing on his experience living in the Andes of Ecuador and Chile, he brings an approach rooted in sharing, curiosity and understanding of the mountain environment.
The gift off the beaten path
An Azur Trail gift card means offering an experience between sea and mountain. Three ready-made options, from the initiation lesson to the private full day. Instant email delivery, valid 12 months.
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They ran with us
"I did an intensive weekend with Azur Trail, and what an experience! Two outings of over 30 km in breathtaking landscapes, personalised advice, and above all: a real boost in confidence. I tackled my 80 km trail with serenity, and a big smile at the finish!"
Mehdi Darouich · Trail runner, Nice
"My three days of trail running with Azur Trail from 21-23 May 2026 were outstanding - a brilliant experience from start to finish. Michaël was an exceptional guide: knowledgeable, encouraging, and clearly passionate about the trails and the region. His professionalism, warmth, and ability to tailor each run made the whole experience both challenging and hugely enjoyable. I'd recommend Azur Trail and Michaël without hesitation."
Chris Payne · Trail runner, New Zealand
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