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Duranus walks
The ghost village of Rocca Sparvièra, starting from Duranus
Visorando Member 
7.86 mi
+3,133 ft
-3,127 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Duranus (Alpes-Maritimes)
Starting from the charming village of Duranus, this walk takes you on a journey of discovery to a site steeped in history and atmosphere. You will reach the spectacular ruins of Rocca Sparvièra, a veritable hilltop ghost village overlooking the valley.
Along the way, you’ll pass the pretty Saint-Michel Chapel and walk alongside the Éguisse Mines, former arsenic mines now overgrown with vegetation.
An accessible circular route rich in heritage, combining wild nature, medieval ruins and mining history. Perfect for lovers of authentic, atmospheric hikes!
Cime de l'Autaret
Visorando Member 
7.31 mi
+2,654 ft
-2,641 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Duranus (Alpes-Maritimes)
A hike in complete tranquillity. Along the trail, you can admire small pebbles in the rock cavities and small drawings. From several places, you can see the Madonna of Utelle and magnificent views of the Vésubie valley.
Eguisse Mine and Rocca Sparvièra Ruins
Visorando Member 
6.39 mi
+2,989 ft
-2,986 ft
5h 30
Difficult
Departure from Duranus (Alpes-Maritimes)
A circular forest hike passing by the old Eguisse Mine, with a return trip to the Saint-Michel Chapel and the ruins of Rocca Sparvièra.
Cime de Rocassièra, starting from Calençon
Visorando Member 
7.33 mi
+3,720 ft
-3,701 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Duranus (Alpes-Maritimes)
A magnificent hike that starts from the hamlet of Calençon and offers a 360° view of the Mercantour Massif, the Haute Vésubie and all the way to the sea! The Madone d’Utelles is visible on its ridge. Abundant and varied vegetation throughout the route.
Route du Cros d'Utelle via the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Utelle.
Visorando Member 
7.92 mi
+3,143 ft
-3,117 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Utelle (Alpes-Maritimes)
From the village of Cros d'Utelle, a route via the Vallon d'Embellarte to the Sanctuary of the Madone d'Utelle, offering a 360° view of the Mercantour, the Grasse Pre-Alps and the Mediterranean.
Return via the Vallon de l'Aclap and theGR®5. You will pass the ruined houses of the old hamlet of Le Villard, dotted with centuries-old chestnut trees, and the little Chapel of Saint-Antoine, which you won’t want to miss.
Le Brec d'Utelle
Visorando Member 
6.86 mi
+2,995 ft
-2,995 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Utelle (Alpes-Maritimes)
From the village of Utelle, this hike leads to a fairly steep rocky outcrop. On a clear day, the Brec d'Utelle offers a 360° panorama from the Mercantour to the gulfs of the Côte d'Azur. This hike is almost entirely along theGR®5.
Caution: footbridges and very tricky sections in the final ascent.
Around the Suc de Cabagne
Visorando Member 
7.82 mi
+3,438 ft
-3,402 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Utelle (Alpes-Maritimes)
A beautiful paved slanting street mule track taking you through fields and ruins to the small rural chapel of Saint-Pierre. This lovely walk, a testament to many ancestral exchanges, offers a journey back in time.
Ridge and Sanctuary of the Madonna of Utelle
Visorando Member 
5.73 mi
+1,713 ft
-1,716 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Utelle (Alpes-Maritimes)
A loop starting from Utelle, a charming village perched in the Vésubie Valley. The first part is wild and rocky on a ledge above the Vésubie, followed by a gentle climb through an amazing forest of terraced fields. The final climb, steeper up to the Crête de la Madone d'Utelle, offers a 360° view of the coastline, the Var Valley, the peaks of the Mercantour and the Nice hinterland. Finally, the descent offers numerous views of the village of Utelle.
The small pass of Huesti tour from La Vilette (Le Cros d'Utelle)
Visorando Member 
5.85 mi
+1,690 ft
-1,690 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Utelle (Alpes-Maritimes)
Starting from the La Villette district, located 2 km west of Cros d'Utelle, on the border between the Var and Vésubie rivers, this very pleasant hike, ideal in spring or for getting back into exercise, offers breathtaking views of these two valleys and Mont Arpasse.
Ruins of Rocca Sparviera via Engarvin
Visorando Member 
4.15 mi
+1,424 ft
-1,381 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Duranus (Alpes-Maritimes)
Ascent to the "cursed" ruins of Rocca Sparviera. Shorter alternative to the ascent via Coaraze. An easy walk but very steep at the end. Not recommended with very young children.
Ruins of Rocca Sparvièra from Coaraze
Visorando Member 
6.00 mi
+2,024 ft
-1,998 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Coaraze (Alpes-Maritimes)
Ruins of the hamlet of Rocca Sparvièra ("Rock of the Sparrowhawks") perched at an altitude of 1,100 metres overlooking the Paillon Valley to the east and the Vésubie Gorges to the west. It is hard to believe that this hamlet, abandoned during the 17th century, once had up to 350 inhabitants and that this community had an administration, a seigniory, a notary, a priest... This hamlet is linked to the legend of Queen Jeanne.
Buse and Marsan descents
Visorando Member 
5.67 mi
+2,041 ft
-2,001 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Coaraze (Alpes-Maritimes)
Forming a pleasant circular route starting from the village of Coaraze, this walk is ideal for a half-day outing or for a hike in autumn, winter or even early spring.
In early autumn, you can pick (and taste) a few wild arbutus berries between the La Croix and Buse valleys.
The route offers some lovely views of certain peaks along the Alpes-Maritimes coastline, such as the Cime de Baudon or Mont Agel.
Col du Dragon and return via Giennanova
Visorando Member 
7.00 mi
+2,149 ft
-2,149 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Alpes-Maritimes
A very varied walking route (path, track, road), best done in autumn or spring. A bird’s-eye view of Levens on the way back and a walk past magnificent villas in Gieinnanova.
Planfaé Stream
Visorando Member 2.01 mi
+705 ft
-705 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Coaraze (Alpes-Maritimes)
A short walk or mini hike, mostly through the woods, will take you to the start of the Planfaé canyoning route, which is not difficult even if the start is tough and in full sun.
Mont Arpasse circular
Visorando Member 
4.33 mi
+1,168 ft
-1,152 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Alpes-Maritimes
A fairly easy circular with a variety of views over the Vésubie and Var valleys and far beyond...
Around Mont Férion
Visorando Member 
11.25 mi
+4,977 ft
-4,977 ft
9h 30
Difficult
Departure from Alpes-Maritimes
A hike through the ‘Moyen Pays’ region between the villages of Levens and Coaraze, passing via Mont Férion. It mainly takes place in woodland with a few clear views over the Coaraze and Var valleys.
Mont Férion
Visorando Member 
6.06 mi
+2,408 ft
-2,408 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Alpes-Maritimes
The ascent of Mont Férion from Levens offers a superb panorama of the coast and the peaks of the Estéron. When you reach the ridge, you will pass by the surprising Chapelle Saint-Michel-des-Cèdres in the heart of a small conifer forest.
The summit offers views of the Paillons landscape and the peaks of the Mercantour between two trees.
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