Nature Getaway from Saint-André-de-la-Roche to L’Abadie

Parking is available along the Quai de la Banquière, near the starting point.

(S/E) The starting point for this adventure is Place Jules Musso. Throughout the route, be sure to follow the yellow markings.
Cross the Banquière and turn left after the bridge to find marker 733, the first landmark on your exploration. Head right to the end of the car park.

(1) Turn left onto a small path that leads you to marker number 733, behind the car park fence, pointing towards Le Broch.
The path climbs, offering you a splendid view of the dry-stone walls of Terra Blanca. Further up, you’ll pass through an olive grove before being treated to a magnificent view of the castle and “Nissa la Bella”.

(2) Cross the road carefully and take the path opposite. Cross the road again to rejoin the path, then continue your ascent straight ahead along the Vieux Chemin de l’Abadie (a tarmac side road). Follow it to its end, then carry on straight ahead to the next junction.

(3) Keep going straight ahead on this path until you reach marker 769 at the foot of the Sainte-Claire Chapel. There, you’ll find a water tap where you can freshen up.

(4) Turn left onto the descending road to continue your journey towards Rue de la Vierge, until you reach the Corniche des Oliviers.

(5) Turn right onto the Corniche des Oliviers, where the view opens up. A panoramic view of the old hamlet of L’Abadie unfolds, evoking the history that brings these places to life. Continue along the Corniche des Oliviers until you reach a junction (Les Ardoins bus stop). Take the road leading down to your left towards “La Colle” until you reach a footpath on the right, just past the hairpin bend.

(6) Take the narrow footpath, followed by steps and signpost 130. Be careful, keep well to your right and ensure you have a firm footing. Stay at the same level, walking alongside the property wall on your right.

The hamlet of La Colle welcomes you with views over Falicon, offering you a chance to take a break. Take the time to explore this spot. Turn right onto the Chemin de la Vallière, which offers a lovely view of Mont Chauve. You’ll reach a junction with Chemin Rural No. 15, marker 738.

(7) Turn left onto the narrow path, Chemin Rural No. 15, beginning your return journey via the Château de Saint-André-de-la-Roche. Further down, rejoin the Vieux Chemin de la Colle (tarmac road). Stay on the path marked in yellow. When you reach the road, head straight on until the next hairpin bend.

(8) Pass two of them. The cobbled path takes you back to Saint-André-de-la-Roche, offering a panoramic view of the Banquière valley and Nice on the horizon. Continue to follow the yellow markings until you rejoin the road at marker 737. Follow it to the left and then, at the end, head towards Place Jules Musso via the safe departmental road, keeping to the left (S/E).

This walk is an invitation to immerse yourself in the beauty of the countryside and to experience the history and energy of each place. Make the most of every moment and every panoramic view that awaits you at every bend in the path. Nature and history await you. Enjoy your walk!