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Col du Buis walks
Gars–Amirat–Briançonnet circular loop
Visorando Member
11.59 mi
+2,703 ft
-2,726 ft
7h 40
Difficult
Departure from Gars (Alpes-Maritimes)
Far from the most popular trails in the Alpes-Maritimes, this walk takes you through a few small villages in the upper Estéron valley. The circular route described here also offers some lovely panoramic views of the Mercantour mountains and features a fairly varied landscape, ranging from woodland to farmland.
A long route with significant elevation gain but no technical difficulties.
Please note: there appears to be an issue regarding private property.However, there is an issue between the waymark (7) and (8). The path is now closed by the owner of the farm. You must continue via the Crête des Rochers des Côtes and then rejoin the path at the far end of the Rochers de Notre-Dame.
Walks near Col du Buis
Amirat - Saint-Auban
9.15 mi
+2,989 ft
-2,461 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Amirat (Alpes-Maritimes)
Second stage of the journey through the Haut-Estéron region. This stage takes you to Saint-Auban via the pretty villages of Gars and Briançonnet, then over the somewhat steep Col de l’Escoussier; a variety of landscapes and a trek through wild countryside await!
Saint-Auban - Le Mas
8.61 mi
+1,444 ft
-1,827 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Auban (Alpes-Maritimes)
The final stage of the hike in the Haut-Estéron region; this route mainly follows tracks through the woodland before reaching the ridge of Mount Charamel, which is well worth the detour in its own right: the view is sublime. You then descend gently back down to the village of Le Mas.
Le Mas - Amirat
8.31 mi
+2,480 ft
-2,598 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Le Mas (Alpes-Maritimes)
The first stage of the journey through the Haut Estéron region: the landscapes are magnificent and the area extremely wild; we didn’t come across a single other hiker. The trails are varied and well-marked. We’ll set off from the village of Le Mas to reach Amirat (lodge) via the Charamel mountain and the village of Les Mujouls.
Gueydan Bridge – Entrevaux via the summit of La Lette
10.68 mi
+3,665 ft
-3,845 ft
8h 05
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Benoît (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence) (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A beautiful, challenging route that keeps you on the ridgelines. The C-shaped configuration of the Var means that throughout this ascent you can admire the river’s banks on both the north and south sides. At the end of the hike, wander through the narrow streets lined with old walls in this magnificent village.
Croix de Verse via the Cheiron forest
6.82 mi
+1,516 ft
-1,427 ft
5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Alpes-Maritimes
A beautiful snowshoe hike (or not in winter) with no difficulty and panoramic views of the Mercantour peaks and the French Riviera on a clear day.
After a pleasant first section in the Cheiron forest, you cross a small valley before climbing up to Plan des Baumetes and reaching the Crête du Cheiron at Croix de Verse (1,706 m).
360° view of the sea at Argentera!
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.