From the Plateau de la Sarrée to Saint-Christophe

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Circular route from the Bar-sur-Loup karting track. Gentle climb then hike through oak trees with several views of the Pic des Courmettes, Opio, Châteauneuf-Grasse, then magnificent panorama of the coast, the bay of Cannes and Grasse. Fairly steep descent above Grasse and return along the contour line.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 10.19 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 4h 05 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Moderate
  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 414 m
  • ↘
    Descent: - 406 m
  • ▲
    Highest point: 936 m
  • ▼
    Lowest point: 597 m
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Return track, GR 51
View of Cannes Bay
View from Haut Montet
Viewpoint on the Sarrée plateau

Description of the walk

Park at the go-kart route.

(S/E) Head north-west and reach the junction at marker 73.

(1) Take the path on the right (yellow markings) and climb three successive ramps to reach marker 74.

(2) Enjoy the beautiful view of Haut Montet, then take the Saint-Christophe track on the left. Descend and turn left at a 90° angle with the track.

(3) Cross a dry stream and continue along the track, which climbs gently to marker 63.

(4) Take the path on the left (blue-yellow markings) to a viewpoint overlooking the bay of Cannes and Grasse, located a few dozen metres away. Then follow the path, which descends steeply to marker 62.

(5) Take the track to the left (GR®51, white-red markings) and stay on the contour line to return to the initial crossroads.

(1) Continue to the right to return to the starting point (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 597 m - Karting car park
  2. 1 : km 0.13 - alt. 605 m - Marker 73, junction of the circular
  3. 2 : km 2.92 - alt. 935 m - Marker 74
  4. 3 : km 3.98 - alt. 862 m - Passage de ru
  5. 4 : km 5.36 - alt. 895 m - Marker 63
  6. 5 : km 6.58 - alt. 631 m - Marker 62, trail junction
  7. S/E : km 10.19 - alt. 597 m - Karting car park

 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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Reviews and comments

4.6 / 5
Based on 15 reviews
Reliability of the description
4.8 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.8 / 5
Route interest
4.2 / 5
ppanchon
ppanchon

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 21, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

Nice route, easy climb but rocky, and pleasant descent.
Only the fire brigade route on the way back seemed long and uninteresting to us.

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anniebayard
anniebayard

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 08, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

a beautiful route, despite a steep incline.

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traunero
traunero

Overall rating : 3.3 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 02, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★☆☆ Average
Ease of following the route : ★★★☆☆ Average
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : Yes

A slight problem finding the karting car park, which is not located in Le Bar sur Loup
but on the road to Gourdon.
Another difficulty was finding the starting point from the car park.
Another tricky point: after finding the start, we were on the right path but there was a sign saying "hunting in progress".
So we did the circular in the other direction, but not the whole thing because it was very steep from marker 62 onwards... We still managed to cover about 13 km that day.
It was a shame that there was hunting going on that Sunday, with lots of gunshots and barking dogs.

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JMB06
JMB06

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Dec 30, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

No issues with the route. Note that there were two hunters whose presence had not been reported, shooting a few metres from the path.

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Randocaz
Randocaz

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 15, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

A short Sunday hike offering a beautiful view from the summit (we thought we could see Corsica) with open spaces for a picnic facing the sea! A gentle, steady climb (despite the rocks). The descent is quite steep and requires a fair amount of attention (walking poles are highly recommended) on the first part. After that, it's an easy trail, perfect for chatting with friends!

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Denis64
Denis64

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 05, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Great course in the sunshine

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bebeghislaine
bebeghislaine

Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 28, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★☆☆☆ Disappointing
Very busy route : No

A long and tedious initial climb over rocky terrain, but the view from the summit is beautiful. More rocky terrain on a very steep descent, ending with a long return trip on a monotonous trail.

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NELLY J
NELLY J

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Dec 22, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Gradual climb without difficulty, with beautiful views. Panorama at the triangulation point, with a bench and two chairs. Two peaceful sheepdogs at the start of the hike, if you keep your distance. On the way back, the path is steep and quite slippery. Good footwear is essential.

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rififi45
rififi45

Hello, my friends and I went on this hike and we loved it. The climb is long, but not difficult, just stones and rocks. The return trip is more complicated because the descent is very steep and requires sturdy footwear.

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danielaime06
danielaime06

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jul 09, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

We set off early (7am) and were able to hike for 3 hours and 15 minutes without suffering from the heat or encountering too many people.
This route is pleasant and varied, with beautiful views. We even came across a deer between (3) and (4)!
The descent is steep and rocky, but not dangerous. The only downside is the return via the GR51, which is a bit monotonous.
Thanks to the author of this route.

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nicoP06
nicoP06

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Apr 17, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

magnificent, superb views, varied landscapes.
Only the return trip via the GR51 trail is tedious, but easy.

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PAACAAL
PAACAAL

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Feb 15, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Done in good weather with a 7-year-old child who was absolutely enchanted by the shepherd we met with his flock, his dog, his sheep (perfectly still), the little bit of snow left in a hollow in the path, the view at the summit and the go-karts racing around on the way back.
The summit area seems very busy with traces of people passing through. The path leading back down is therefore not
clearly connected to the track that you have to leave on the left. In fact, the start of the path is very visible a few metres to the left of the panoramic bench.

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leopal
leopal

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Dec 08, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

An easy hike with a beautiful view once you reach the plateau at the viewpoint known as "de la Chaise".
The descent is quite steep to reach the trail.

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pincemaille
pincemaille

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Jan 09, 2023
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★☆ Good
Very busy route : No

a very beautiful, easy walk near Grasse with magnificent views of the Côte d'Azur.

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cmercier45
cmercier45

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 19, 2022
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

a very beautiful hike with superb views of the French Riviera.

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