Description
The organisers of the Défi de Monte-Cristo are now offering a new event for swimmers from all over the world: le Défi de Monte-Cristo – La Ciotat.
This challenge is more than just an open-water race: it is a human adventure where everyone pushes their limits!
And what more inspiring setting could there be for such a challenge than La Ciotat, with its bay ranked amongst the most beautiful in the world? Its crystal-clear waters and exceptional natural surroundings provide a breathtaking backdrop.
This event is already establishing itself as an unmissable fixture for open-water swimming enthusiasts! Get ready to be swept up in the excitement of this extraordinary challenge and to share your love of the sea and sport with others.
Le Défi de Monte-Cristo features three days of competition, with 4,000 swimmers expected to take part, swimming events, beachside entertainment, and an eco-friendly sports village open to all.




