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Col Notre-Dame walks
Pic and Dent de l'Ours
Visorando Member
5.51 mi
+1,463 ft
-1,447 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Raphaël (Var) (Var)
This hike in the Massif de l'Estérel will take you to the top of the Pic de l'Ours, one of the most remarkable peaks in the area with its enormous antenna at the summit.
With paths along the edge of the cliff between the blue sky and sea, the ochre rocks of the Estérel and the green pine and oak trees, you will be treated to a beautiful cocktail of colours.
At the summit, you will enjoy a splendid panorama from the Mercantour to the Gulf of Saint-Tropez.
Crête des Grues circuit in Théoule-sur-Mer
7.78 mi
+1,913 ft
-1,926 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Théoule-sur-Mer (Alpes-Maritimes)
Magnificent views of the Esterel mountains, then Théoule Bay, Mandelieu and Cannes.
Please note! Until further notice, the DFCI track is closed to pedestrians and cyclists from the Vallon de l'Autel car park (S/E) to its intersection with the Col de Théoule track (2). See the municipal decree: https://theoule-sur-mer.fr/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/2025-45-fermeture-piste-dfci-du-vallon-de-lautel.pdf
Col Notre-Dame, Lac de L'Écureuil via the Ravin des 3 Termes
6.54 mi
+1,010 ft
-1,030 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Raphaël (Var) (Var)
A very pretty hike in the Massif de l'Estérel.
Pic de l'Ours via Col Notre-Dame
11.14 mi
+1,604 ft
-1,601 ft
6h 30
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Raphaël (Var) (Var)
Magnificent hike with views of Saint-Raphaël Bay, the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, Cannes Bay, the Lérins Islands, the Southern Alps and the entire Esterel. Exceptional 360° panorama.
From the Belle Barbe Pass to the Ravines of the Estérel
10.56 mi
+1,512 ft
-1,526 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Raphaël (Var) (Var)
Very beautiful hike close to Agay which enables you to discover the Estérel away from the usual routes.
Corniches de l'Estérel from Trayas station to Théoule-sur-Mer station
7.66 mi
+2,254 ft
-2,287 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Raphaël (Var) (Var)
Hike near the sea in the Estérel massif. Best done on a beautiful winter or autumn day.
La Dent de l'Ours, the Grotte de l'Utzel and the ravines of the Estérel
11.09 mi
+1,952 ft
-1,946 ft
6h 50
Moderate
Departure from Théoule-sur-Mer (Alpes-Maritimes)
Hike in the Estérel to discover the caves and ravines: Ravin de l'Écureuil, Ravin de la Couche de l'Âne and Ravin de la Cadière. Beautiful views of the peaks, visits to caves and trails through the wild ravines of the Estérel.
Esterel passes starting from Col de Belle Barbe
9.15 mi
+1,476 ft
-1,483 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Raphaël (Var) (Var)
A circular route passing through four passes, two optional peaks, magnificent views of the coast, and a ravine straight out of a Western.
Long route of passes and descents starting from Le Trayas
14.29 mi
+2,208 ft
-2,185 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Raphaël (Var) (Var)
A varied itinerary for this long hike in the Estérel massif, with its mix of colours and diverse landscapes: Col des Lentisques, Lac de l’Écureuil, Baisse de la Grosse Vache, Baisse Violette, Col des Trois Termes, Col de la Cadière, Col Notre-Dame, etc. Between Baisse Violette and Col des Termes at La Clavette, the paths are rarely used.
Pic de l'Ours from Mandelieu
14.06 mi
+1,673 ft
-1,673 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Mandelieu-la-Napoule (Alpes-Maritimes)
A journey of discovery through the Esterel Massif starting from Mandelieu, with the Pic de l'Ours as your destination, offering a magnificent view of the Esterel Massif, the mountains and the coastline. A varied route through the valleys and then between sky and sea.
Route des Six Passes from the Rague Valley
11.22 mi
+1,768 ft
-1,768 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Mandelieu-la-Napoule (Alpes-Maritimes)
Panoramic views of the Esterel massif, then of Théoule Bay, Mandelieu and the Lérins Islands, Cannes.
The Pic d’Aurelle, the Grosses and Petites Grues via the Col de Cadière d’Azur
11.29 mi
+2,808 ft
-2,799 ft
7h 40
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Raphaël (Var) (Var)
A beautiful 18km circular route in the western part of the Estérel Massif.
Three peaks are on the itinerary: the Pic de l’Aurelle, the Pic des Grosses Grues and the Pic des Petites Grues, each offering panoramic views. You’ll also pass through the Mal Infernet ravine, flanked by cliffs. To round off the walk, there are also lovely views of the Estérel from within.
Pic d'Aurelle and tour of the Pic de l'Ours via the Dent de l'Ours
6.93 mi
+1,552 ft
-1,572 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Raphaël (Var) (Var)
Beautiful balcony-style paths through heather, maritime pines and cork oaks. Panoramic views of the sea, the Gulf of Napoule, Cannes and the Lérins Islands, the Alps, Mont Vinaigre, Les Suvières, the Pics de l’Ours and Cap Roux, and the entire Estérel Massif, as well as the Gulf of Fréjus.
The Crête des Grues from Le Trayas
5.84 mi
+1,909 ft
-1,880 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Raphaël (Var) (Var)
As the Crête des Grues route from Théoule is blocked by the closure of part of the Vallon de l'Autel trail, I suggest an alternative starting from Trayas station. You reach the Crête des Grues ridge via sometimes steep paths passing through the Col Notre-Dame, revealing beautiful views and very diverse trails, characteristic of the Estérel Massif. The return journey is via a long track, then along the same path taken on the way there.
A circular walk to the Pic de l’Ours and Dent de l’Ours from the Col de l’Évêque
5.58 mi
+1,093 ft
-1,109 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Raphaël (Var) (Var)
A lovely walk in the Esterel Massif, well signposted and without any significant difficulty. Discover the reddish rocks typical of this massif. Enjoy the magnificent panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea. Make sure you wear good walking shoes. Best done in fine weather to make the most of the magnificent scenery.