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After finishing your race, step outside into Nice’s palm‑lined Promenade des Anglais and recover with a seaside jog or stretch. Explore the winding lanes of Old Town for fresh seafood and socca, or relax at the Palais’s roof terrace. With art districts nearby and cultural strolls along the port, Nice offers a race-cation balancing high energy and scenic rest on sunlit shores.
Nice tends toward mid-tier pricing in France. Hotel rates near the promenade or exhibition center range from €120–€200+, while budget options and B&Bs in nearby districts begin around €70–90. Casual but local eats such as socca or salad niçoise cost €10–15. Public transport uses a zone system (~€1.50–2 per tram ride). Coastal taxes and tourist surcharges apply, but the city offers free park spaces and beach access for recovery and leisure.
• Hyatt Regency Nice Palais de la Méditerranée or Nice Acropolis Hotel: premium stays steps from the sea and race venue.
• Mid-range options include ibis Styles Nice Centre Gare or Novotel Nice Centre, a tram‑ride commute away. Budget athletes can explore guesthouses south of Old Town or Airbnb in Riquier—well connected via tram.
Nice’s public transport is swift and coastal. Tram Line 1 runs through the city along the promenade and stops at “Acropolis”. Single tickets cost about €1.70 (valid 75 minutes). Buses serve beach and Old Town districts for under €2. Taxi and e-scooter options are plentiful.
Finish-line selfies with the glittering Mediterranean behind you on the Promenade. Capture sunset views from Castle Hill (Colline du Château). For urban character, shot the colorful façades and pastel architecture of Old Town’s Place Rossetti.
Expect clear mornings, coastal breeze, and moderate humidity. Race‑day prep should include light, wind‑resistant layers. Evening runs along the coast are invigorating, with healthy air quality and minimal pollen concerns.
Enjoy post-race refuel with Niçoise salad, socca at local stalls, or seafood plates at Le Safari in Old Town. For protein‑balanced bowls and fresh juice, try Pure & V near the Promenade. Coffee lovers can sip at La Maison de Marie, perfect for recovery ritual and people‑watching.
Nearby gyms include CrossFit Riviera and Zone Fitness Nice (both offer HYROX-style sessions and drop-in access). L’Orange Bleue Gym and IronBody Gym in central Nice offer cardio-heavy and strength programming within 10–15 minutes tram ride of the venue.
On-site cool‑down zones at the event are helpful, but athletes often stroll along Plage Beau Rivage or wind down at Jasmin Wellness Spa near the Acropolis. The flat seafront promenade is ideal for low‑impact walking or calf stretching with ocean views.
