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Castagniers walks
Shaded walk around the Vallon de Porquier in Castagniers
Visorando Member
3.29 mi
+801 ft
-830 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Castagniers (Alpes-Maritimes)
This short walk from the village of Castagniers, around the Vallon de Porquier, offers shaded forest paths and the chance to eat a few arbutus berries in season.
Old Aspremont
2.22 mi
+1,024 ft
-1,024 ft
1h 55
Moderate
Departure from Aspremont (Alpes-Maritimes) (Alpes-Maritimes)
Starting from the charming village of Aspremont, this short but challenging round trip hike takes you up to Vieil Aspremont, the ruins of the old village abandoned in 1426.
Short circular loop starting from Aspremont
2.91 mi
+1,079 ft
-1,083 ft
2h 15
Moderate
Departure from Aspremont (Alpes-Maritimes) (Alpes-Maritimes)
This circular route starting from Aspremont is relatively short. During the descent, it offers a beautiful view of the village itself and the Var valley.You can also discover its Mediterranean vegetation.
Tour of Mont Chauve d'Aspremont
4.64 mi
+1,132 ft
-1,135 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Aspremont (Alpes-Maritimes) (Alpes-Maritimes)
A few kilometres from Nice, Mont Chauve d'Aspremont and its close neighbour Mont Chauve de Tourette offer magnificent views to the south: Nice, the Baie des Anges and the Mediterranean, but also to the north with the Alps and the Mercantour.
Tour of Mont Inarte via Mont Cima
5.51 mi
+1,768 ft
-1,781 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Blaise (Alpes-Maritimes)
This beautiful route, starting from La Gipasse, goes around Mont Inarte via Mont Cima. It offers views of the Var valley, the Estéron valley, Mont Vial, the peaks of the Mercantour and the Tourette-Levens valley.
From Carros to Baou de la Gaude
10.09 mi
+2,277 ft
-2,277 ft
6h 35
Moderate
Departure from Carros (Alpes-Maritimes)
This hike starts in the old hilltop village of Carros and takes you across the Monséguise plateau with its thousand clapiers (piles of stones) to the Baou de la Gaude, which offers exceptional views of Nice, the coastline and the Estérel.The return journey along the canal is just as interesting, overlooking the Var valley for over 2 km.
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 Moon Bridge at Carros
1.89 mi
+758 ft
-758 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Carros (Alpes-Maritimes)
A short walk through a dense forest with a variety of tree species. A descent along a beautiful path, often paved, and from the stone Pont de la Lune, the return climb is dotted with information boards about the local flora and fauna. This short walk is best combined with a free visit to Carros Castle.
The balconies of Carros
2.73 mi
+988 ft
-988 ft
2h 05
Moderate
Departure from Carros (Alpes-Maritimes)
A short hike near Nice, above the old town of Carros. Breathtaking views of the Var valley and the Baie des Anges.
Circular south of Tourrette-Levens
4.51 mi
+1,191 ft
-1,194 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Tourrette-Levens (Alpes-Maritimes)
A pleasant forest walk near Tourette-Levens, following part of the GR®51, a section of one of the routes to Santiago de Compostela.
Circular route below Mont Chauve de Tourrette from Gheirart
3.70 mi
+1,145 ft
-1,142 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Tourrette-Levens (Alpes-Maritimes)
This largely shaded circular route, starting from Gheirart (or Gueirar on the IGN map), will take you along the eastern flank of Mont Chauve de Tourette, above La Condamine, and offer views of most of the major peaks of the Mercantour and the villages of the Nice hinterland.
The use of a GPS or the Visorando app is recommended.
Boucle de Saint-Martin-du-Var à la Roquette-sur-Var
2.42 mi
+906 ft
-906 ft
1h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-du-Var (Alpes-Maritimes)
Starting from Saint-Martin-du-Var, this short walk along the slopes of La Roquette-sur-Var will take you to this picturesque hilltop village offering views over the Var plain.The return path runs alongside the Vésubie Canal for a few metres.
Mont Chauve de Tourrette, starting from Faliconnet
5.59 mi
+1,837 ft
-1,677 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Falicon (Alpes-Maritimes)
A truly delightful walk, mostly in the shade or along very quiet roads. It offers a wide variety of landscapes – from heathland to woodland – and provides views over the various valleys and villages.
The two Monts Chauves from La Banquière
7.29 mi
+2,346 ft
-2,349 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Tourrette-Levens (Alpes-Maritimes)
Starting from the Levens road, this route allows you to discover and climb the two mountains via the little-known wooded eastern trails overlooking Tourrette-Levens and its castle.
The very pleasant return trail, which is completely deserted, offers a unique panorama of Nice, Cannes and Théoule.
Only the pass and the area around the Mont Chauve d'Aspremont fort are frequented by the public.
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.
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.
Ruins of Château Renard from Les Beaumonts
2.35 mi
+554 ft
-551 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Falicon (Alpes-Maritimes)
Starting from the Route d'Aspremont and directly accessible by public transport from Nice-Nord, this short hike on the slopes of Mont-Chauve will take you to Crête de Grauss and the ruins of Château Renard for a panoramic view of the hills of Nice and the Baie des Anges.
Circular above Gattières via the Canal de la Gravière
3.98 mi
+1,289 ft
-1,289 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Gattières (Alpes-Maritimes)
This circular loop above Gattières runs along the eastern slopes of La Bessière (818 m) and Le Pességuier (902 m), alongside the Canal de la Gravière. It allows you to explore the village and offers beautiful views of olive groves, the Var plain, the Bellet vineyards and the peaks of the Mercantour.
From Gattières to Carros le Vieux via the Canal de la Gravière
8.70 mi
+2,034 ft
-2,034 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Gattières (Alpes-Maritimes)
The views of the hilltop villages of Gattières and Carros from this forgotten canal make for an unusual hike.
From Colle de Revel to Mont de l'Ubac via the hamlet of Camp Soubran
4.21 mi
+1,155 ft
-1,132 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Tourrette-Levens (Alpes-Maritimes)
Hike near Nice from Colle de Revel, or Château des Voleurs, to Mont de l'Ubac at an altitude of 651 metres, passing through the hamlet of Camp Soubran and Baisse de Bordinas. This circular hike offers beautiful views of Mont Chauve, Tourette Levens, the Mercantour mountains, Mont Agel and Nice, and takes place on varied terrain.
Mont Chauve d'Aspremont from Nice Nord
7.41 mi
+1,808 ft
-1,801 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Nice (Alpes-Maritimes)
This pleasant route starts in Nice Nord and takes you to Mont Chauve d'Aspremont via theGR® hillside trail. It offers panoramic views of the Nice metropolitan area and the sea, as well as the Var plain and the first peaks of the Mercantour. It is marked by the ruins of Château Renard, the Falicon Cave and the Fort du Mont Chauve. This route is accessible to most people despite the very stony and slippery paths in wet weather.
Graus ridge
3.73 mi
+827 ft
-827 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Nice (Alpes-Maritimes)
This short hike in the hills near Nice will take you to the foot of Mont Chauve d'Aspremont for a beautiful view of the Mediterranean Sea, Nice and its surroundings.
Ideal for a short trail run... or for walking the dogs (there are many in this area).
The Pyramid of Falicon
3.93 mi
+801 ft
-801 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Falicon (Alpes-Maritimes)
Following theGR®5, a hike that leads to the Falicon Pyramid, then up the slopes above to enjoy the view of Nice, the sea and the snow-capped mountains to the north.
Moderator's warning on 10/05/2021: Please note that parking is no longer available at the start of this hike. See reviews.
Circular loop from Gilette to Pont de la Cerise starting from La Clave
12.43 mi
+2,838 ft
-2,815 ft
8h 10
Difficult
Departure from Gilette (Alpes-Maritimes)
A very beautiful walk, which can be started either from La Clave (Le Broc) or from Gilette.
It passes through varied landscapes and offers a chance to explore the Pre-Alps... whilst passing very close to the Estéron
We have chosen to start this route with the climb to Gilette from La Clave to avoid this difficulty at the end of the hike.
You’ll easily be able to reach the river on three occasions throughout this hike.
The Estéron, the Clue de la Clave, Gilette, Chemin de Reculon
7.05 mi
+1,683 ft
-1,667 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Gilette (Alpes-Maritimes)
This is a superb hike, varied, picturesque and panoramic, with the added bonus of passing through a beautiful village. What's more, it is not too difficult and therefore accessible to most hikers with a little training. It should be added that this route is very often shaded and therefore pleasant in hot weather. The markings and signposts are sufficient to prevent you from getting lost.
Route de Pont de l'Estéron, Bouyon, La Grave
10.36 mi
+2,602 ft
-2,598 ft
7h 00
Moderate
Departure from Gilette (Alpes-Maritimes)
Starting from the Pont de l’Estéron, this route takes you to the old village of Bouyon, passing through the hamlet of Clos Martel along a shaded path.
The return journey follows the Estéron river, partly along a cantilevered path, ending at the Route de la Grave.
The banks of the Estéron and the Sainte-Marguerite Chapel
6.19 mi
+1,073 ft
-1,056 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Gilette (Alpes-Maritimes)
This circular hike, starting from the Pont de l'Estéron, takes you along this pretty river with its turquoise waters before climbing into the forest alongside a small stream and joining small isolated roads towards the Chapelle Sainte-Marguerite (17th century).
The descent is via a pretty path overlooking the Estéron, offering some beautiful views towards the Plaine du Var at the end.
This circuit can also be done in the opposite direction, ending with the section along the river.
Circular Estéron via Gilette and La Clave
5.62 mi
+1,191 ft
-1,165 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Gilette (Alpes-Maritimes)
A pleasant little circular loop along the Estéron, passing by the Pont de l'Estéron, the pretty hilltop village of Gilette, its botanical trail, La Clue and La Clave, and returning along the Route de la Clavée. If you are lucky, you can pick wild asparagus in spring or swim in the Estéron in summer.
The Château des Voleurs
2.66 mi
+945 ft
-945 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-André-de-la-Roche (Alpes-Maritimes)
Located a few kilometres from the coast, this pleasant walk along paved slanting street takes you to Mont Revel, which rises to an altitude of 373 metres. This historic site, which belongs to the municipality of Tourrette-Levens, is known for housing, among other things, the ruins of a square tower and the remains of a postern gate with a loophole, known as the Château des Barbets or Château des Voleurs.