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Bendejun walks
Buse and Marsan descents
Visorando Member
5.67 mi
+2,041 ft
-2,001 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Coaraze (Alpes-Maritimes)
Forming a pleasant circular route starting from the village of Coaraze, this walk is ideal for a half-day outing or for a hike in autumn, winter or even early spring.
In early autumn, you can pick (and taste) a few wild arbutus berries between the La Croix and Buse valleys.
The route offers some lovely views of certain peaks along the Alpes-Maritimes coastline, such as the Cime de Baudon or Mont Agel.
Ruins of Rocca Sparvièra from Coaraze
6.00 mi
+2,024 ft
-1,998 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Coaraze (Alpes-Maritimes)
Ruins of the hamlet of Rocca Sparvièra ("Rock of the Sparrowhawks") perched at an altitude of 1,100 metres overlooking the Paillon Valley to the east and the Vésubie Gorges to the west. It is hard to believe that this hamlet, abandoned during the 17th century, once had up to 350 inhabitants and that this community had an administration, a seigniory, a notary, a priest... This hamlet is linked to the legend of Queen Jeanne.
Rocca Sparviera, starting from Coaraze
7.84 mi
+2,654 ft
-2,641 ft
5h 55
Difficult
Departure from Coaraze (Alpes-Maritimes)
It’s an old route that we’ve rediscovered
Crêtes du Férion from Sainte-Claire
7.95 mi
+2,533 ft
-2,523 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Alpes-Maritimes
A pleasant walk with an (almost) even gradient. It has the advantage of being mostly shaded thanks to the leaves and conifers that line the path.It offers charming views of the coastline, the Var valley and the surrounding peaks of the Mercantour. It also offers a wide variety of landscapes.
Around Mont Férion
11.25 mi
+4,977 ft
-4,977 ft
9h 30
Difficult
Departure from Alpes-Maritimes
A hike through the ‘Moyen Pays’ region between the villages of Levens and Coaraze, passing via Mont Férion. It mainly takes place in woodland with a few clear views over the Coaraze and Var valleys.
Mont Férion
6.06 mi
+2,408 ft
-2,408 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Alpes-Maritimes
The ascent of Mont Férion from Levens offers a superb panorama of the coast and the peaks of the Estéron. When you reach the ridge, you will pass by the surprising Chapelle Saint-Michel-des-Cèdres in the heart of a small conifer forest.
The summit offers views of the Paillons landscape and the peaks of the Mercantour between two trees.
The Crête d’Infernier
6.54 mi
+2,073 ft
-2,051 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Châteauneuf-Villevieille (Alpes-Maritimes)
The Crête Infirnier overlooks the Nice hinterland, as well as the village of Levens, which can be seen in the distance. The rocky ridge of Lendre overlooks the village of Bendejun; its lovely wooded area will lead you to the Croix du Midi, which towers above Châteauneuf-Villevieille.The Visorando app is strongly recommended
Mont Macaron and the ruins of Châteauneuf
4.33 mi
+928 ft
-928 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Châteauneuf-Villevieille (Alpes-Maritimes)
A short hike in the Nice hinterland offering beautiful views of the mountains and the coastline.
A route that is not too steep and suitable for trail running.
Circular Bendejun starting from the Col de Châteauneuf
6.83 mi
+2,369 ft
-2,369 ft
5h 10
Difficult
Departure from Châteauneuf-Villevieille (Alpes-Maritimes)
A circular hike starting from the Col de Châteauneuf. Thanks to its dominant position, the trail allows you to discover the villages of Levens, Coaraze, Bendejun, Châteauneuf-Villevieille and Contes. The trail passes through both heath and sparse forest. The landscapes are varied and truly exotic. The profile of this hike is quite unusual: the total elevation gain is divided into two distinct sections.
The Croix du Midi in Châteauneuf-Villevieille
4.90 mi
+1,017 ft
-1,027 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Châteauneuf-Villevieille (Alpes-Maritimes)
This hike starting from the Col de Châteauneuf offers views of the coastline and the Nice hinterland. It will take you to a vantage point overlooking the village of Châteauneuf-Villevieille from the Croix du Midi. After this viewpoint, the route is wooded, pleasant and has a gentle gradient.
The Castel de Saint-Blaise from Sainte-Claire
5.64 mi
+1,736 ft
-1,719 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Alpes-Maritimes
A very beautiful walk in a wooded area, where you can discover a beautiful chapel with a glazed roof, the remains of an old mill, whose large wheel, once driven by water, can still be seen, and finally the Castel de Saint-Blaise, perched on its peak, offering a view of imposing and magnificent ruins.
The Paillon National Forest
7.72 mi
+1,906 ft
-1,900 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from L'Escarène (Alpes-Maritimes)
A bucolic and informative stroll in the back country of Nice.
The Crête de Scaletta from L'Escarène
6.97 mi
+2,454 ft
-2,438 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from L'Escarène (Alpes-Maritimes)
This route crosses two villages in the hinterland, L'Escarène and Touët-de-l'Escarène, via rarely used paths. A fewancient ruins, the remains of forgotten terraces, a 360° view from the top of the Crête de la Scaletta and abundant wildlife.
This hike is for experienced hikers. The Crête de la Scaletta is off-trail and the terraces between (11) and (12) form low walls that must be crossed. Sometimes you have to use your hands on the rock.
Circular route from L'Escarène to Berre-les-Alpes via the Paillon National Forest.
7.99 mi
+1,601 ft
-1,611 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from L'Escarène (Alpes-Maritimes)
Stroll through the narrow streets and old bridges of L'Escarène. Cross the magnificent Paillon National Forest and stop at Berre-les-Alpes to admire the panoramic views and old buildings. The return journey takes you through the forest and its marlstone "canyons". The final path leads to the heart of L'Escarène.
The Mont Panard circuit
8.11 mi
+2,211 ft
-2,228 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from L'Escarène (Alpes-Maritimes)
Although the start of this walk is rather uninspiring, as it begins on a track suitable for vehicles, the rest is a magnificent series of wooded paths, offering views of the Rocher Saint-Sauveur, then of the Baudon, Monts Ours and Mont Agel massifs, as well as distant views of the Mediterranean coastline.
Due to trail closures, the Visorando GPS app may prove useful.
La Cime du Castel
7.28 mi
+2,323 ft
-2,316 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from L'Escarène (Alpes-Maritimes)
On the eastern side, the fairly steep climb up to the Cime du Castel, the panoramic view from its summit, and the two forgotten paths between the 17th-century Sainte-Brigitte tower and the River Paillon lend a unique character to these little-known spots near Nice.
Castel de Saint-Blaise
1.69 mi
+633 ft
-633 ft
1h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Blaise (Alpes-Maritimes)
This short hike starting from the village of Saint-Blaise will take you to Castel, a 13th-century castle in ruins overlooking the entire Saint-Blaise valley with unobstructed views as far as Mont Vial.
The Salt Route between Cros d’Utelle and Utelle
10.13 mi
+4,163 ft
-4,144 ft
8h 15
Very difficult
Departure from Utelle (Alpes-Maritimes)
This circular walk from Cros d’Utelle to Utelle, returning via the Col d’Ambellarte, offers a variety of vegetation and beautiful views of the Gorges de la Vésubie. This stunning walk takes you on a journey back in time. Some of the paved slanting streets, bearing witness to numerous ancient trade routes, are carved directly into the cliff face.