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Mairola route starting from Puget-Rostang
Association / Club / Walk leader
6.99 mi
+2,986 ft
-2,995 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Puget-Rostang (Alpes-Maritimes)
Exploring the Vallon and Montagne de Mairola shows that these vast spaces have been shaped by humans over the centuries: the south-facing cereal fields of Puget-Rostang, state forests reforested to combat erosion, the Dina plateau with its fields cleared of stones with patience, scattered farms now used only as shelters during the hunting season (Fournès, Villars, la Combe, Mairola)...
Tête de Pibossan at the start of the Croix-sur-Roudoule
Visorando Member
11.79 mi
+4,265 ft
-4,265 ft
9h 10
Difficult
Departure from La Croix-sur-Roudoule (Alpes-Maritimes)
A beautiful and original hike on a little-used route offering a lovely view of the Mercantour (some peaks can be seen from unusual angles) from the summit of Pibossan.
Spring is the ideal time to walk this route, with the broom in bloom.
The route follows what is probably an ancient Roman road (paved path) through the red earth rising from the Daluis Gorges.
Under Roche Castel at the start of Léouvé.
8.05 mi
+2,884 ft
-2,877 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from La Croix-sur-Roudoule (Alpes-Maritimes)
An unusual hike. After climbing a mountain Roman road, the trail winds through areas dominated by reddish ochre colours. The combination of colours between nature and the sky sometimes leaves us speechless.
Dôme de Barrot via Léouvé
11.48 mi
+3,999 ft
-3,999 ft
8h 45
Difficult
Departure from La Croix-sur-Roudoule (Alpes-Maritimes)
From Léouvé to the Dôme de Barrot, in the red rocks between Daluis and Cians.
The Col de Rigaudon
6.33 mi
+2,198 ft
-2,198 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Puget-Théniers (Alpes-Maritimes)
A very pleasant hike criss-crossing the sunny and shady sides of this mountainous area, offering two contrasting types of vegetation and views of the Alps that will have you stopping regularly to take in the scenery.
The Tête de Rigaud from the Cians Gorges
8.15 mi
+3,638 ft
-3,609 ft
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Pierlas (Alpes-Maritimes)
A constant play of colours: the reddish hue of the Cians accompanies us all day long on a physically demanding route that ultimately rewards us with a magical and magnificent 360° view.
Route of the chapels on the Plateau de Dina
7.99 mi
+2,956 ft
-2,956 ft
6h 15
Difficult
Departure from Rigaud (Alpes-Maritimes)
A lovely, challenging hike starting at the confluence of the Var and Cians rivers, leading up to the Plateau de Dina whilst taking in four chapels along the way. Beautiful panoramic views of the surrounding peaks.
Summit of the Tête du Giordanet and its alternative route
8.71 mi
+3,064 ft
-3,054 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Daluis (Alpes-Maritimes)
A very beautiful hike where the Col de Roua proves to be a ‘vegetation boundary’: the dominant green of the wooded and alpine areas contrasts with the reddish hues, offering a spectacular display of colours.
The Point Sublime in the Daluis Gorges
2.44 mi
+856 ft
-876 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Daluis (Alpes-Maritimes)
A beautiful climb to the Point Sublime viewpoint for a magnificent view of the Daluis Gorges and their red pelites.
The Daluis Gorges
4.99 mi
+1,394 ft
-1,404 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Daluis (Alpes-Maritimes)
Starting from the Pont de Berthéon, this circular hike in the Gorges de Daluis allows you to discover the superb and characteristic landscape of the Upper Var Valley. After a gentle climb through red pelite, you will reach a sublime spot offering a sensational view over the gorges. You will then climb back up the gorges to complete a loop via the Colla and Saussette plateaus, which offer some beautiful views of the mountains in this valley.
Tour of the Grotte du Chat valley
8.06 mi
+3,002 ft
-3,005 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Daluis (Alpes-Maritimes)
A pleasant circular route through a quiet valley passing by the Grotte du Chat, a geological curiosity comprising a vast network of galleries, though access is restricted and not unrestricted. The circular route also takes us through the countryside of Le Bez, a vast meadow ideal for a rest in the sun before descending via the other side of the valley where the cave is located.
Brec l'Ilonse from Lieuche via Thiéry
12.21 mi
+4,039 ft
-4,009 ft
9h 10
Difficult
Departure from Lieuche (Alpes-Maritimes)
A beautiful circular hike starting from the village of Lieuche, taking you to the summit of Brec d'Ilonse, which offers a beautiful view of the Mercantour massif and the village of the same name. The hike passes through the beautiful village of Thiéry, which is well worth a visit. The route is long and requires a good level of fitness, although it does not present any technical difficulties.
Daluis Gorges
2.33 mi
+482 ft
-676 ft
1h 30
Moderate
Departure from Guillaumes (Alpes-Maritimes)
A route at the bottom of the superb Daluis Gorges! A water hike to be undertaken only in good weather, ideal in summer during hot weather. A hike accessible to children who can swim. Closed shoes are essential.
This hike crosses a protected natural site that is subject to regulations. See practical information.
Mont Richarmet and La Roche Trouée from the Pont de la Mariée
6.66 mi
+2,136 ft
-2,205 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Guillaumes (Alpes-Maritimes)
A beautiful forest trail that begins with an ascent up the Vallon de Cante and three river crossings. The views of the gorges and the Alpine massif are countless. The passage beneath the natural arch of La Roche Trouée, a stone monument some fifteen metres high and a testament to a distant geological past, leaves all hikers speechless.The Saint-Joseph Chapel in Sauze-Vieux and its picnic area make for a popular spot for a lunch break, facing Mont Saint-Honorat.
La Roche Trouée at the start of the Pont des Roberts
3.78 mi
+1,558 ft
-1,558 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Guillaumes (Alpes-Maritimes)
A short, moderately challenging hike offering beautiful views of the Var, the Gorges du Daluis and the Pont de la Mariée. The route, which is rarely used, passes through a pine forest before reaching the natural arch at La Roche Trouée, a true natural treasure. On your return to Pont des Roberts, visit the village of Guillaumes, a charming village nestled in the heart of the Upper Var Valley.
Route of the Balconies of the Daluis Gorges
14.79 mi
+4,068 ft
-4,062 ft
10h 20
Difficult
Departure from Guillaumes (Alpes-Maritimes)
A superb hike offering stunning panoramic views of the Nice region’s ‘Colorado’. This hike can be completed in one or two days, with an overnight stay at the Roua campsite (see practical information).
Clue and village of Amen at the start of the Pont des Roberts
8.81 mi
+2,448 ft
-2,444 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from Guillaumes (Alpes-Maritimes)
This is a very pleasant hike which, after a covered climb, offers breathtaking views of the Daluis Gorges.
The landscapes are magnificent, combining red, green vegetation and blue stone.
Swimming in the Clue d'Amen is a very pleasant experience in summer.
The abandoned hamlet of Amen is a major tourist attraction as it was a completely self-sufficient community for decades, with no other access routes than the hiking trails.
Colles Planes via the Cians ledges
7.49 mi
+1,650 ft
-1,611 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Beuil (Alpes-Maritimes)
A magnificent round-trip hike offering views overlooking the Gorges du Cians and their red schist cliffs. Stunning views throughout the route. Plenty of flowers, including a few martagon lilies in early June. The final section of the route is off-trail but presents no difficulty in finding your way by sight.
The Bois Noir ridge from the Cime de Raton
8.02 mi
+2,310 ft
-2,339 ft
5h 40
Difficult
Departure from Beuil (Alpes-Maritimes)
A beautiful hike that will allow you to discover a lovely forest and a superb 360° panorama from the Cime de Raton. The ridge line that follows offers a succession of sweeping views with picture-postcard scenery. The route is not very busy.
Plateau Saint-Jean
4.61 mi
+1,129 ft
-1,112 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Beuil (Alpes-Maritimes)
From the Éguilles car park, at the end of the road of the same name, you will descend the Vallon de Challandre and then climb back up to the Plateau Saint-Jean with some beautiful views of the Gorges du Cians and the Tête de Rigaud towering above them.
After a short detour to the Chapelle Saint-Jean chapel, you will cross the plateau with Mont Mounier in your sights.
Les Cluots
7.59 mi
+2,835 ft
-2,828 ft
5h 55
Difficult
Departure from Beuil (Alpes-Maritimes)
This hike, starting from the Gorges du Cians road, takes you up Les Cluots, a mountain located in a steppe area above the red pelite of the Cians.
Set back from the Mercantour massif, the summit offers a superb 360° panorama of the Alpes-Maritimes.
From Ascros to the Chapel of Sainte-Baume via Les Chats and Pécogiu
6.74 mi
+1,411 ft
-1,388 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Ascros (Alpes-Maritimes)
A beautiful circular walk in the heart of the Pré-Alpes d'Azur Regional Nature Park, starting from Ascros and passing through Les Chats, Pécogiu and the Var-Moyen State Forest on the way to the magnificent Sainte-Baume Chapel.
Mont Richarmet and Roche d'Arié
11.32 mi
+3,038 ft
-3,054 ft
7h 50
Very difficult
Departure from Guillaumes (Alpes-Maritimes)
A beautiful, long hike overlooking the Var valley, starting from Guillaumes. Difficult due to its length, it includes a very difficult section that is only suitable for experienced hikers who are not afraid to use their hands to climb over rocks. It is possible to avoid this section; see the Practical Information section. I recommend this hike in autumn to enjoy the beautiful colours of the vegetation.
The unmarked trails of the wooded ridges of the Haut-Estéron
6.35 mi
+1,657 ft
-1,670 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Val-de-Chalvagne (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Discover a beautiful forest near Castellet Saint-Cassien. Following the ridges along unmarked paths offers a delightful way to explore this stunning Haut-Estéron National Forest.
Between Guillaumes and Sauze via the monumental Roche Trouée
7.52 mi
+2,346 ft
-2,359 ft
5h 30
Difficult
Departure from Guillaumes (Alpes-Maritimes)
A beautiful hike through woodland, featuring a monumental arch some fifteen metres high, a testament to a distant geological past, and Sauze, a small, isolated 13th-century mountain village, the outskirts of which are still farmed by a few die-hard farmers.
The chapel at Sauze Vieux and its wooden table make a lovely spot for a lunch break, facing Mont Saint-Honorat.
Lac de Beuil and Tête du Garnier
4.48 mi
+1,211 ft
-1,227 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Beuil (Alpes-Maritimes)
Starting from the hamlet of Les Launes, this circular hike takes you to Lac de Beuil, nestled in a sinkhole at the foot of Tête de l'Ubac, before climbing to Tête du Garnier for a magnificent panorama over the entire Beuil-Valberg area, as far as Mont Mounier and Mercantour in the distance.
Pin Pourri from Beuil
5.41 mi
+1,558 ft
-1,568 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Beuil (Alpes-Maritimes)
A very beautiful walk/hike that begins with a crossing of the beautiful Couillole valley. The Ibac de Frache is a magnificent coniferous forest. The descent through the mountain pasture areas from Pin Pourri is still used for transhumance.