Circular walk around Notre-Dame de Laghet

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Starting from the sanctuary of Notre-Dame de Laghet (331 m), nestled in its green valley between Nice and Monaco, the path climbs gradually through terraced olive groves and Mediterranean heath. The steady ascent leads to the highest point of the route, offering beautiful views of the surrounding hills.
The flower-lined path reveals itself throughout the ascent: rockroses, broom, wild lavender and orchids punctuate this trail with its authentic Provençal charm. The lowest point of the route (280 m) is reached in the central section before the final climb.
The return journey allows you to appreciate the landscape from a different angle, with the midday light bringing out the colours of the flora.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 7.58 mi
  • ◔
    Average duration: 4h 45 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Moderate
  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 1,480 ft
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    Descent: - 1,499 ft
  • ▲
    Highest point: 1,804 ft
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    Lowest point: 919 ft
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Description of the walk

Park in the free car park at the Notre-Dame de Laghet sanctuary.

(S/E) Head due north, reach marker 621, take the GR® to the right, turn left at marker 622. Climb gradually through terraced olive groves and Mediterranean heath. You will soon reach a crossroads of paths.

(1) Continue straight ahead to reach the hamlet of Perdighier.

(2) Return in the opposite direction to the previous junction.

(1) Turn left and continue uphill, reaching the highest point at the hamlet of La Bonella.

(3) Turn left down a gentle slope to join the GR®51.

(4) Turn right onto it, pass marker 624, and reach the crossroads at Château de Drap.

(5) Turn right and walk slightly uphill to reach the castle.

(6) Return in the opposite direction to the previous junction.

(5) Join the GR®51 on the right and reach the hamlet of Lou Caïre at marker 631.

(7) Turn left, then take the GR®653A opposite, the Chemin de Compostelle, and follow the red and white markings. You will reach the junction at marker 629.

(8) Keep right on the GR®, reaching Camp Bollin, marker 628.

(9) Continue straight ahead on the GR® to return to the car park at the sanctuary of Notre-Dame de Laghet (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : mi 0 - alt. 1,086 ft - Car park at - Sanctuaire de Notre-Dame de Laghet
  2. 1 : mi 0.52 - alt. 1,401 ft - Perdighier crossroads
  3. 2 : mi 0.67 - alt. 1,496 ft - Perdighier
  4. 3 : mi 1.59 - alt. 1,772 ft - The hamlet of La Bonella
  5. 4 : mi 2.55 - alt. 1,594 ft - GR
  6. 5 : mi 4.02 - alt. 1,325 ft - Château crossroads
  7. 6 : mi 4.36 - alt. 1,280 ft - Château du Drap
  8. 7 : mi 5.24 - alt. 1,076 ft - Lou Caïre hamlet
  9. 8 : mi 6.53 - alt. 1,204 ft - Marker 629
  10. 9 : mi 6.95 - alt. 942 ft - Marker 628
  11. S/E : mi 7.58 - alt. 1,093 ft - Car park at - Sanctuaire de Notre-Dame de Laghet

Notes

Access: Laghet road from La Trinité (D22).
Walking shoes recommended.
Bring water.
Dogs allowed on a lead.
Best visited in spring (April–June) for the flowers

Worth a visit

Always be cautious and plan ahead when you're outdoors. Visorando and the author of this route cannot be held responsible for any accidents occurring on this route.

The GR® and PR® markings are the intellectual property of the Fédération Française de Randonnée Pédestre.

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