The Monte Cristo Challenge is undoubtedly a human adventure, often the challenge of a lifetime for some, and an extraordinary sporting experience where surpassing oneself rhymes with courage and determination.
Inspired by the famous fictional escape of Edmond Dantès, the Défi de Monte-Cristo is a real human adventure, sometimes the challenge of a lifetime, an extraordinary sporting experience where surpassing oneself rhymes with courage and determination.
From 1 km to 6 km, including the legendary 5 km race starting from the Château d'If, the Défi de Monte-Cristo is Europe's biggest freestyle swimming event.
It has also become France's first eco-built village.
From 1 km to 6 km, including the legendary 5 km race starting from the Château d'If, the Défi de Monte-Cristo is Europe's biggest freestyle swimming event.
It has also become France's first eco-built village.
Opening times
Opening times
From 6 June 2025 until 8 June 2025 - Open everyday
