HYROX Nice · October 29 – November 1, 2026
HYROX returns to Nice for four days of racing on the French Riviera. Whether you are competing, supporting an athlete or travelling with friends, here is what you need to know about the venue, schedule, transport and where to stay.
HYROX Nice 2026 at a glance: the event takes place from Thursday, October 29 to Sunday, November 1, 2026 at the Palais des Expositions in Nice. Race schedules are provisional and can still change, so competitors should always check their official start information before travelling to the venue.
If you are searching for HYROX Nice 2026, the event is almost here. Athletes from different divisions will gather in Nice for four days of running and functional fitness competition, with races taking place from morning until evening.
Nice is particularly convenient for an event like HYROX because the venue sits inside the city rather than at a distant out-of-town arena. Competitors can stay centrally, use public transport to reach the event and still enjoy the Old Town, the Mediterranean seafront and the rest of Nice before or after race day.
This guide covers the essential information for athletes and spectators looking for HYROX Nice accommodation, transport information and a practical overview of the race weekend.
HYROX Nice 2026: Dates and Venue
TRAINSWEATEAT HYROX NICE takes place over four days:
Thursday, October 29, 2026
Friday, October 30, 2026
Saturday, October 31, 2026
Sunday, November 1, 2026
The venue is the Palais des Expositions de Nice, located at 1 Parvis de l’Europe, 06000 Nice.
The Palais des Expositions is a major indoor event venue with a large main hall, making it suitable for the combination of running lanes, workout stations, spectator areas and athlete services required by HYROX.
Athlete reminder: HYROX states that on-site registration opens for each division 90 minutes before the first start wave for that division. A physical ID is required and athletes cannot check in on behalf of someone else.
HYROX Nice 2026 Schedule
The official programme spreads the different categories across all four days. The published schedule remains provisional, so athletes should rely on their personal race information for their exact start wave.
| Day | Main divisions | Approx. race window |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday 29 | Men, Doubles Men, Doubles Women, Women, Doubles Mixed | 08:00 – 20:30 |
| Friday 30 | Men, Pro, Women, Doubles, Relays | 08:00 – 20:30 |
| Saturday 31 | Men, Doubles Mixed, Pro Doubles | 08:00 – 20:30 |
| Sunday 1 | Doubles Women, Women, Doubles Men | 08:00 – 19:30 |
Friday also includes the Men’s Pro and Women’s Pro divisions as well as relay races, while Saturday features Pro Doubles categories.
Because the event runs throughout the day, spectators travelling with competitors should plan their schedule around the athlete’s individual wave rather than simply arriving at the beginning of the day.
How to Get to HYROX Nice
One of the biggest advantages of the Nice event is the venue’s public transport access.
From central Nice
Tram line 1 serves the Palais des Expositions stop directly. This makes staying in central Nice particularly convenient because you can reach the venue without relying on a car.
If your accommodation is around Jean Médecin or another area served by line 1, you can travel towards Hôpital Pasteur and get off at Palais des Expositions.
From Nice Côte d’Azur Airport
Tram line 2 connects both airport terminals with central Nice, including Jean Médecin, in less than 30 minutes according to Nice Airport.
From Jean Médecin, competitors can connect with tram line 1 towards the Palais des Expositions area.
Race-day advice: do not plan to arrive at the venue at the last possible moment. Allow time for transport, athlete registration, changing, warm-up and any queues at the entrance.
Where to Stay for HYROX Nice 2026
The best place to stay depends on whether your main priority is being as close as possible to the competition or enjoying Nice during the rest of your trip.
City Centre and Jean Médecin
Central Nice is a strong choice for most visitors. You have access to restaurants, shops and both tram networks, making it practical for the venue as well as the airport.
It also gives competitors and accompanying friends more options before and after the event rather than limiting the entire stay to the race venue.
Riquier, Port and the East Side of Central Nice
Staying east of the city centre can also be convenient for the Palais des Expositions while keeping restaurants, the Port and central Nice accessible.
This can be a good compromise for competitors who want easy access to HYROX but still want to experience Nice outside race hours.
Old Nice
Vieux-Nice works particularly well if you are travelling with friends or family and want your race weekend to double as a city break.
You can enjoy the historic centre, restaurants and the seafront while using public transport to reach the competition.
Why an Apartment Can Work Well for HYROX Athletes
Race weekends come with different needs from a typical sightseeing trip. Athletes may need an early breakfast, space for equipment, a quiet evening before competing and more flexibility around meal times.
An apartment gives you the possibility to prepare your own food, keep your usual pre-race routine and recover in a private space after the event.
It can be particularly practical for Doubles competitors, relay teams or small groups travelling together.
If you are still looking for where to stay for HYROX Nice 2026, browse our apartments in Nice and choose a location with convenient access to both the Palais des Expositions and the city.
What Athletes Should Prepare Before Race Day
HYROX recommends checking the official athlete information before attending, especially because race waves and operational details can be updated.
Before leaving your accommodation, make sure you have:
Your physical identification document for athlete check-in.
Your confirmed individual race and start-wave information.
Enough time for check-in, changing and warming up before your start.
A transport plan that does not depend on arriving at the venue at the last minute.
HYROX also notes that access to the site closes 30 minutes after the final wave of the day has departed, which is worth remembering for friends or spectators planning to arrive later.
Make a Weekend of It: What to Do in Nice After HYROX
One reason Nice works particularly well for travelling athletes is that the event does not need to be the only part of the trip.
After racing, you can walk along the Promenade des Anglais, explore Vieux-Nice, have dinner around the Old Town or Port, or simply spend time by the Mediterranean.
If you are staying for several days, Nice can also serve as a base for short trips along the Côte d’Azur.
The combination of an international fitness event and a city-break destination is exactly what makes HYROX Nice different from competitions held in isolated exhibition centres.
Coming to Nice for HYROX?
Stay in a fully equipped apartment and enjoy easy access to the competition, central Nice and the French Riviera before and after race day.
Find your apartment in NiceSources: HYROX official event information, Palais des Expositions de Nice, Lignes d’Azur and Nice Côte d’Azur Airport.
Information checked in October 2026. HYROX states that the race schedule is provisional and subject to change. Competitors should always check their official athlete information before race day.
