11 september > 13 september

Le Défi de Monte Cristo

  • Sports and leisure
  • Competitive sport
  • Water sports
  • Swimming
Esplanade Langlois, 13600 La Ciotat

Description

The Défi de Monte-Cristo is organising a new event for swimmers from all over the world: Le Défi de Monte-Cristo - La Ciotat.
The Monte-Cristo Challenge is more than just a sea race: it's a human adventure where everyone pushes their limits! And what more inspiring setting for such a challenge than La Ciotat, with its bay ranked among the most beautiful in the world? Its crystal-clear waters and exceptional natural environment provide a breathtaking backdrop. This event has already established itself as a not-to-be-missed rendezvous for open water swimming enthusiasts! Get ready to thrill to the rhythm of this extraordinary challenge and share your love of the sea and sport. The Monte-Cristo Challenge is 3 days of competition, with 4,000 swimmers expected, swimming events, beachside entertainment and an environmentally-friendly sports village open to all.

Rates

5k without fins: €67
5k with fins: €67

3.5k without fins: €57*

2.5k without fins: €50*
2.5k with fins: €50*

2K AFTER WORK (with or without fins): €43*
A 2km swim straight from the office or simply at the end of the day, to round off the week on a high note.
2K TEAM (with or without fins): €43*
A 2K race – mixed or otherwise – in teams of 2 or 3 swimmers.
The ranking is based on the average time of all the swimmers in the team.

1K without fins: €39*
1K with fins: €39*

For every entry, €1 will be donated to the Institut du Sein Marseille Provence.

Opening times

From 11 September 2026 until 13 September 2026 - Open on friday, on saturday, on sunday

Location

Le Défi de Monte Cristo
Esplanade Langlois, 13600 La Ciotat

Spoken languages

Spoken languages
  • French

Environment

Environment
  • Waterside
Updated on 26 August 2026 at 14:03
by Office de Tourisme de La Ciotat
(Offer identifier : 7003441)
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