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From Castérino to the Refuge des Merveilles
8.31 mi
+3,058 ft
-1,736 ft
6h 30
Difficult
Departure from Tende (Alpes-Maritimes)
The first part of the magnificent circular walk starting from Castérino to explore the Vallée des Merveilles, passing by the Refuge de Fontanalba, the rock carvings in the Nature Reserve and the Voie Sacrée, and finishing at the Refuge des Merveilles.
Notre-Dame della Serra from the Citadel of Calvi
5.38 mi
+755 ft
-764 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Haute-Corse
Magnificent views from the Chapel of Notre-Dame della Serra, offering a bird’s-eye view of the town of Calvi and its gulf. An easy circular route starting from the Citadel of Calvi in the town centre.
Allos - Mont Pelat
10.09 mi
+5,577 ft
-328 ft
9h 30
Difficult
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
The first part of this two-day circular is challenging and breathtaking, taking you through the heart of Mercantour National Park from the village of Allos, via Lac d'Allos and its refuge, Mont Pelat, Lac du Trou de l'Aigle, Le Cimet and its many waterfalls, including Cascade du Pich and Les Bois de Vacheresse.
Two-day circular to Mont Pelat and Le Cimet
23.72 mi
+7,982 ft
-7,989 ft
2 days
Difficult
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A magnificent, challenging and breathtaking two-day circular route in the heart of the Mercantour National Park, starting from the village of Allos. The route passes by Lac d'Allos and its refuge, Mont Pelat, Lac du Trou de l'Aigle, Le Cimet and its many waterfalls, including Cascade du Pich, and the Bois de Vacheresse. You will set out to climb two peaks over 3,000 metres high: Mont Pelat (3,051 metres) and Le Cimet (3,020 metres), from which you will enjoy 360° panoramic views of the national park.
Mont Pelat - Allos via Le Cimet
13.63 mi
+2,405 ft
-7,661 ft
8h 20
Very difficult
Departure from Allos (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Second part of the circular. This second stage will take you to the village of Allos, starting from Mont Pelat, via the Trou de l'Aigle, the Cimet and its many waterfalls, including the Cascade du Pich and the Bois de Vacheresse.
Circular route to Roc de l'Orméa and Col de Restaud
5.35 mi
+2,766 ft
-2,769 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Alpes-Maritimes
A beautiful, easy circular walk starting from the hilltop village of Castellar, taking you up Roc de l'Orméa (1,132 m) via Cime de Restaud (1,148 m). Enjoy panoramic views of the French Riviera, from Roquebrune-Cap-Martin to Menton, and of the Italian coast. The 360° panorama also offers breathtaking views of the snow-capped peaks of the Mercantour.
The ghost village of Rocca Sparvièra, starting from Duranus
7.86 mi
+3,133 ft
-3,127 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Duranus (Alpes-Maritimes)
Starting from the charming village of Duranus, this walk takes you on a journey of discovery to a site steeped in history and atmosphere. You will reach the spectacular ruins of Rocca Sparvièra, a veritable hilltop ghost village overlooking the valley.
Along the way, you’ll pass the pretty Saint-Michel Chapel and walk alongside the Éguisse Mines, former arsenic mines now overgrown with vegetation.
An accessible circular route rich in heritage, combining wild nature, medieval ruins and mining history. Perfect for lovers of authentic, atmospheric hikes!