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Auron – Longon dairy farm
16.41 mi
+5,928 ft
-4,970 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Étienne-de-Tinée (Alpes-Maritimes)
A long but beautiful stage combining the austere landscape of Mont Mounier with the green mountain pastures of Longon.Look up to watch the vultures.A gentle finish at the Vacherie de Longon, surrounded by animals.
Sospel – Menton
12.54 mi
+3,671 ft
-4,816 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Sospel (Alpes-Maritimes)
This route leaves theGR® 52 to head for Grammondo and cross over to the Italian side.
On the descent, there are almost constant views of the sea, ending in the very pretty town of Grimaldi.
Cirque du Gargot
4.64 mi
+1,985 ft
-1,962 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Granier (Savoie)
Circular snowshoe in a wild cirque. Option to extend the circular to the bottom of the cirque or to Lac des Vacherins. Depending on snow conditions, you can climb the old Chavonne ski slope by following the winter trail.
Route des cerisiers à Bessenay
8.86 mi
+1,572 ft
-1,572 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Bessenay (Rhône)
Circular route around Bessenay alternating between orchards, streams and hillsides. In spring, the white blossoms of the cherry trees brighten the rolling meadows. The streams you cross add to the charm of this typical route through the Monts du Lyonnais.