Biot walks

A short one-hour walk through the woods of Sophia Antipolis.

A lovely loop that follows a forest path along the Brague river, passes through the old village of Biot, and returns through the forest to the Templiers neighbourhood.

Starting from Antibes, this short hike will take you through the woods and along small streams to the ruins of the Roman aqueduct. Follow the old yellow markings.

This is an easy walk through woodland with plenty of shade, which is very welcome in summer. The route follows the Brague river and its confluence with the Bruguet before returning via the Brague. There are magnificent views of the rivers, waterfalls and a small stone bridge.

An easy and pleasant, shaded walk starting from Ferme Bermond in Sophia Antipolis. Easy access, car park at the start.

A beautiful and unusual walk where the coast, forest and town come together. You’ll follow a coastline that’s sometimes overlooked, pass through a wooded area on the outskirts of the town, and explore old Antibes, where the charm of its forgotten alleyways will delight you. What’s more, the top of the Garoupe lighthouse offers a remarkable panoramic view of the town of Antibes and Juan-les-Pins.

This is a walk of about 5km that forms a loop in the forests of Roquefort-les Pins. The route sometimes follows DFCI tracks, wide paths or narrow trails. Some notable points of interest include a pretty stone house in the middle of nowhere and a well in the middle of the forest, evidence of past agricultural activity. The entrance to a cave has been found, but the one known as the Chèvre d'Or (Golden Goat) is still being sought.

This route allows you to discover the medieval site of Castellas, dating from the first half of the 11th century. The castrum occupies a projection of the limestone plateau of Camp Tracier, a stronghold of a defensive nature, which became Roquefort. The upper part of the site, overlooking the Gorges du Loup, contains the remains of the keep, limited to a 3-metre-high fragment of the north-east corner. Below, there are significant fragments of a 3-metre-high enclosure and the walls of a main building. The lower part, about fifteen metres below, features the remains of the Church of Saint-Michel. This consists of a single-nave Romanesque church with a well-preserved, semi-circular apse covered with a cul-de-four vault, with a light slit in the centre. This route offers views from the top of Debram, towards the north, of the summit of Courmettes (1,248 metres). It runs alongside the Roman site of Camp Tracier in the distance.

This is a very pleasant hike that alternates between pine and oak forests. There is a picnic area at the starting point. This hike can also be done by mountain bike.

A family walk in the Valmasque heath, ideal for a picnic near the Étang de Fontmerle. The lake is covered with lotus flowers, which bloom from July to mid-September.

Circular horse riding trail for exploring the Brague Departmental Nature Park.

An easy walk. Make the most of a fine day to enjoy the views all around the headland and, at times, of the mountains.

Short walk starting from Antibes with a stop at the Garoupe lighthouse to admire the view and descent on the Juan-les-Pins side.

This long hike, mainly through woodland, starts in the charming village of Valbonne and takes you to the small wild valley of Bruguet (dry in summer). After a long stretch of heathland, you will follow the Brague, a small river that can be devastating (see the floods of October 2015) flowing through an almost virgin forest. At the beginning of the season, swimming is possible in a few spots. Moderator's note: there are a few difficulties on this hike; see the comments at the bottom of this page

A circuit combining the discovery of historical heritage and biodiversity. The circuit starts at the12th-century abbey and can end with a visit to the heritage museum and the15th-century village of Valbonne. What's more, this route follows part of the Way of St James from Rome. The biodiversity of Mediterranean flora is also visible throughout the route.

A lovely walk on the coastal path of the Cap d'Antibes. Very well laid-out, it offers superb views of the Antibes coast as well as a few architectural masterpieces such as the Château de la Croé and the Villa Eilenroc.

This walk follows route no. 31 in the Randoxygène 06 "Pays Côtier" guidebook, with a slight variation on the way back, allowing you to see the entrance to the Baume Robert cave. From the oppidum at the summit, of which only a few low walls remain, you can enjoy a beautiful view of the Loup valley, the Cheiron ridge and the villages of Bar-sur-Loup and Gourdon... and on the other side, all the way to the sea.

This circular hike will take you through the Rouret forest to discover the Roman Camp. The first part goes up the Gorge des Trucs, then you will switch to the north-facing slope of the forest to climb up to the Roman Camp through a wild forest. The summit ridge offers some beautiful views of the valley and the Gorges du Loup to the north and the coastline to the south. On the descent, you will pass through a pretty little valley where the Baume Robert cave is located.

Notre-Dame du Brusc is a Catholic church where archaeological excavations have uncovered an early Christian cemetery and a baptismal font dating from the 6th century. In the 11th century, a large Romanesque church with a basilica layout was built. Partially destroyed during the Wars of Religion, it has undergone successive restorations to give it its current appearance. The church and the land to the south have been listed as Historic Monuments since 20 August 1986.

A very beautiful circular forest walk through heather, pine trees and rockrose thickets, skirting the woods of Le Rouret and Saint-Jaume. The ridges from elevation 463 to 465 offer views southwards towards the coast and northwards towards the Gorges du Loup. The Baume Robert cave marks the end of this very pleasant walk.

Far from the glitz of the Croisette, this unusual climb to the historic architectural sites of the funicular railway and the Super-Cannes Observatory takes us back in time. With nature having reclaimed its rights, a change of scenery at the gates of Cannes is guaranteed.

An easy semi-urban hike from the Ara district of Vence, best done in spring and summer.It will allow you to discover the Malvan nature reserve and part of the Bois de la Sine. Most of the route is through woodland, with a few transitional sections along the roadside.The elevation gain is not difficult and is mainly at the beginning and end of the route, when you climb up from the lowest point: the bed of the Malvan river.

Once you have finished visiting the medieval village of Tourrettes-sur-Loup, this hike takes you back along the old railway line, which has been converted into a road and footpath. The second part, which is physically demanding, involves climbing up to the wooded area of Courmettes, along a little-used path running alongside the cliffs, offering beautiful views of the coastline.

Starting from Tourettes-sur-Loup, this hike offers breathtaking views. A 360° panorama stretching from the bay of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat to the bay of Antibes on one side, continuing on to the peaks of the Mercantour.

From the Notre-Dame des Fleurs residence, the route begins by following the Malvan Route. Then, after the Medieval Chapel of Saint-Raphaël, an off-trail route takes you to the summit of the Croix de Malvan, a peak parallel to the Puy de Naouri. The latter marks the end of our route for the day.

An unusual semi-urban hike that begins by taking the maritime sector of La Croisette and the upmarket residential district of La Californie. Then walk along a wild section of the old funicular railway line that linked the lower part of Cannes to the Super Cannes Observatory. Finally, take the path of the old Siagne Canal to the green spaces with their remarkable views.

This short hike starting from the Domaine des Courmettes will take you to one of the main 360° viewpoints between the Mediterranean Sea and the Mercantour mountains.

This fairly easy route features many wooded sections, interspersed with beautiful panoramic views of the coast, from Nice to the Esterel. It is best known when starting from the village of Tourrettes-sur-Loup. I suggest starting from the Domaine des Courmettes. The distance is roughly the same, but this avoids the entire section on the tarmac road near the village.

A beautiful circular route in the Préalpes d'Azur Regional Nature Park that takes you to Pic de Courmettes, above the Loup valley, then to Puy de Tourrettes, whose summit areas were once used as sheep pastures. The views over the coastal region and the mountain range along the border will not disappoint.

A very pleasant wooded hike offering beautiful views of the gorges and the Loup valley. The ancient paths used to connect the villages, the buried Canal du Loup on which we walk, its former railway line dating from before 1900, and its terraces bear witness to a commercial and agricultural past from another era.

A very beautiful hike, discovering two very pretty villages in the Pre-Alps: Le-Bar-sur-Loup and Gourdon. Ideal location for beautiful winter hikes. Gourdon's dominant position offers breathtaking views of the Mediterranean, from Nice to the Estérel, as well as the surrounding Pre-Alps. You can also discover the Foulon Aqueduct and the Canal du Loup.

A very short mini hike with a very gradual and gentle climb. The path is very safe and easy to follow.Very pleasant for a light meal with a panoramic view.

An unusual hike. Discover a small fortress built on the side of a cliff and climb the Colle de Rougiès. This day trip takes you through two areas off the beaten track, including the Cavillore karst plateau. A treat for nature lovers.

The Cavillore plateau hike is a loop along historic paths with a troglodyte fortress hidden in the cliff, a Roman road and the former priory of Saint-Vincent. Throughout the route, you will enjoy magnificent views of the coast and the village of Gourdon. This circuit is a variation of hike no. 1337911, "Plateau du Col de Cavillore". The route is unshaded and easily accessible, even for paragliders flying overhead.

After visiting the hilltop village of Gourdon, the old mule track will take you to a natural site nestled at the bottom of a steep-sided valley. The Gorges du Loup reveal themselves to our eyes. Numerous waterfalls, the Courmes waterfall, the Saut du Loup and aerial views from the Pont de l'Abîme are all on the menu for this beautiful hike.

A magnificent hike through the wild karst landscapes of the Grasse Pre-Alps. As a bonus, there is a section on a well-preserved Roman road.