Esterel walks

This is a magnificent hike through the red rocks of Estérel, looking over the blue of the Mediterranean with extraordinary viewing points.

This is a short circuit which, at its highest point, offers a panoramic view from Cannes to Fréjus with a view of the sea.

This is an easy hike in winter when the weather is good, with superb panoramic views from Mont Aigre over Fréjus Bay, the Estérel, the sea and the snow-capped Mercantour.

This hike in the Massif de l'Estérel will take you to the top of the Pic de l'Ours, one of the most remarkable peaks in the area with its enormous antenna at the summit. With paths along the edge of the cliff between the blue sky and sea, the ochre rocks of the Estérel and the green pine and oak trees, you will be treated to a beautiful cocktail of colours. At the summit, you will enjoy a splendid panorama from the Mercantour to the Gulf of Saint-Tropez.

A pleasant walk with superb views of the bays of Agay and Saint-Raphaël, the Estérel Massif and the Île d'Or.

This circuit lets you discover magnificent panoramic views over the Mediterranean (the Gulf of Saint- Tropez up to the Dramont semaphore) and Mediterranean forests, as well as the remains of the Malavettes forester's house, now abandoned.

Magnificent views of the Esterel mountains, then Théoule Bay, Mandelieu and Cannes. Please note! Until further notice, the DFCI track is closed to pedestrians and cyclists from the Vallon de l'Autel car park (S/E) to its intersection with the Col de Théoule track (2). See the municipal decree: https://theoule-sur-mer.fr/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/2025-45-fermeture-piste-dfci-du-vallon-de-lautel.pdf

This hike at the gateway to the Estérel towards the Pointes de l'Esquillon and de l'Aiguille offers a varied programme: it starts among the mimosas, passes by the Notre-Dame-d'Afrique memorial and then near the Palais Bulles (by Pierre Cardin). View of the coastline above the Pointe de l'Esquillon, climb back up through the eucalyptus trees before descending towards the Gulf of La Napoule at the Pointe de l'Aiguille and returning to Théoule via the beach of the same name.

A beautiful way to discover the Massif de l'Estérel via often very steep trails.

A very nice short walk that with beautiful views of the bay of Agay and the Esterel massif.

Easy circular walk starting from Port de la Rague. The walk begins with an ascent towards Mont Thurney at the entrance to the Estérel, then descends into a dry valley and on through woodland (eucalyptus then pine) before reaching San Peyre and its 360° orientation point (panoramic views of the Lérins Islands, the Bay of Cannes and the Mercantour). Descent through La Napoule, then along the coastal path past the castle to the beaches of La Raguette and La Rague.

A short hike with a variety of scenery (beaches, forests, panoramic views, rocky trails) that takes you around Cap du Dramont, crossing beaches and forests and following rocky trails along the coast. Beautiful landscapes and culture. Recommended in all seasons except the hot season, as it is very busy and very hot. The signposting could do with updating in places. You need to follow signs that are sometimes blue and sometimes yellow.

This circular hike starting from the Col du Testanier will first take you to the edge of Lac de l'Avellan before an easy climb to the Col du Logis de Paris. Next, a challenging climb along little-used paths will take you to a ridge at the foot of Mont Vinaigre. The climb to the summit, the highest point in the Estérel, will reward your efforts with a magnificent 360° panorama from Mercantour to Saint-Tropez and from Vintimille to Sainte-Victoire!

At this site of sad memory, this loop allows you to see the remains and ruins of this structure, which was destroyed in a matter of minutes on 2 December 1959.

On the Lac de l'Écureuil side, there is a beautiful hike in the Estérel, with magnificent rocks and pretty streams: it's a feast for the eyes.

Short circular walk behind Théoule with beautiful views of the sea, the Pré-Alpes d'Azur and the Mercantour. There are lots of mimosas at the start and finish, so the ideal time to do this walk is in February. No particular difficulties, the paths are a little stony, as is the case everywhere in the Estérel, so good shoes are recommended.

A lovely family walk to discover waterfalls and small streams in winter and spring, amid the rocks and red earth of the Estérel. Avoid in summer.

Just a few minutes from the centre of Mandelieu-la-Napoule, this circuit takes you on a tour of part of the Estérel massif, offering breathtaking 360° views! Best done on a clear day, when you might even be able to see Corsica!

Seeing the Estérel differently is the aim of this hike. This is the Estérel from the inside, the one with the ravines.

A walk to the top of this peak offers incredible views of the Estérel, the Alps and the Mediterranean.

A walk that starts with a return trip to the old Malpasset dam (a sad reminder of the past) and continues in a loop to the beautiful Lac de l'Avellan. Please note: The area around Lac de l'Avelan is completely off-limits for safety reasons (work in progress that may take quite some time).

A pleasant little circuit in the Mediterranean forest.

This hike allows you to easily reach two of the most beautiful spots in the Esterel, the Pic d'Aurelle and the Pic du Cap Roux, with incredible views of the sea.

Calanque d'Aurelle, with its red rocks and turquoise water, is the starting point for our walk. The walk is a series of paths winding through the Mediterranean scrubland among pine trees, mimosas, rosemary and cork oaks. On the return leg, we take the Lentiques ravine. This is theGR® 653A, part of the Way of St James.

Above Agay close to the beaches, the fabulous Massif de l'Esterel is the ideal terrain for a comfortable hike, but is always different.

A walk through the Estérel, with beautiful views to boot! Pass by the Pic de l'Ours, with views of the Dent de l'Ours and a walk at its foot!

A very pretty hike in the Massif de l'Estérel.

Beautiful hike in the Esterel Massif where you can discover Sainte Baume and its chapel and the beautiful viewpoint on Cap Roux peak, and then reach Ours Peak going via Aurelle Peak.

Magnificent hike with views of Saint-Raphaël Bay, the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, Cannes Bay, the Lérins Islands, the Southern Alps and the entire Esterel. Exceptional 360° panorama.

Very beautiful hike close to Agay which enables you to discover the Estérel away from the usual routes.

The circuit is a loop, so it is of course possible to walk it in either direction, with the beautiful Lac de l'Avellan halfway along the route.

Hike near the sea in the Estérel massif. Best done on a beautiful winter or autumn day.

Circular with superb views of many of the Estérel peaks, in particular Mont Vinaigre, Pic du Cap Roux and Perthus Occidental. Walk among maritime pines and eucalyptus trees.

This is a half-day hike, ideal for a first exploration of the Estérel.

This is a lovely hike that is a must in spring to enjoy all the varieties of Mediterranean plants in bloom. The trail is easy and suitable for children as it does not climb too steeply.

A long and beautiful hike that allows you to discover the Estérel National Forest via Mont Vinaigre. Offers beautiful views of the Mediterranean.

In a range as attractive as the Esterel, it is difficult to choose which hike to take. The one that takes you around the southernmost peaks of the range is one of the most spectacular, while remaining within the reach of any hiker. And while the climb to the summit may put off the more cautious, the rest of the route offers a complete panorama via paths that require no great effort, just wide-open eyes.

During this hike, you will enjoy views of Cannes and Cap Camarat on the Saint-Tropez side. All the different types of terrain found in the Estérel are present on this route: pebbles, undergrowth, etc.

The climb to the summit of Grosses Grues offers splendid panoramic views of the orange rocks of this massif, the blue sea with the gulfs of Fréjus and La Napoule, and the white peaks of Mercantour in winter and early spring. After a challenging descent, the return via the Ravin de Maure Vieil is marked by the pretty Pont Sarrazin bridge, beautiful little pools and an astonishing abandoned chapel covered in graffiti.

This circular will take you to three must-see peaks in the Estérel: Pic d'Aurelle, Pic de l'Ours and Pic du Cap Roux, combining the blue of the sea, the green of the vegetation and the red of the rock.

Accessible from the Maison Forestière du Malpey (access via the road of the same name from the N7), this hike is located near Mont Vinaigre, the highest peak in the Esterel (614 m). It is a little-used route, mostly following unmarked paths. Its diversity of landscapes makes it interesting, with valleys and ridges surrounded by pine, eucalyptus and cork oak trees. Best enjoyed on a sunny winter's day rather than in the height of summer.

Hike in the Estérel to discover the caves and ravines: Ravin de l'Écureuil, Ravin de la Couche de l'Âne and Ravin de la Cadière. Beautiful views of the peaks, visits to caves and trails through the wild ravines of the Estérel.

A very beautiful hike amid the red rocks of the Esterel. The 360° view from Rastel d'Agay offers the Alps on one side and the Mediterranean Sea on the other.

Right from the start, from the Pointe de l'Aiguille car park, you will enjoy a splendid view of the secluded coves near Théoule-sur-Mer. The hike will take you through wooded areas, which are very pleasant in hot weather, before bringing you to the plateau where you will have a breathtaking view of the Bay of Cannes and the Lérins Islands. The descent to the starting point is via a narrow path through tall trees. 17 February 2026: moderator warning following two messages. (!) This hike is not possible until the numerous works between (S/E) and (2) (Vallon de l'Autel roundabout) located 2 km away have been completed.

Classified as a Natura 2000 site, this ancient volcanic mountain range offers remarkable views. You will never tire of the contrasting landscapes, sparkling colours and wild scents of this immense forest. Much of the trail is rarely used, which is an added bonus.

A lovely walk in the Esterel, best done in spring to enjoy the flowers, whilst avoiding the summer.A few easy climbing sections on the final ascent. Beautiful views of the massif, sometimes stretching as far as the sea.Warning! The route may seem difficult to some (requires a good sense of direction and some easy climbing).

Gentle climb to Pas d'Adam, then walk along the mountainside to the Malpey Forest House. Then descend via the Malavalettes trail and the superb Cabre valley. Pass the Col de l'Essuyadou to reach the Lacs des Péguières lakes in their setting of mimosas (only in January and February) and eucalyptus trees. Beautiful views of the Gulf of Fréjus, Mont Vinaigre and the Estérel massif.

Connecting the two ports of Saint-Raphaël via the eastern coastal path is said to be one of the most beautiful coastal routes on the French Riviera. While the charm of this walk is undeniable, it is important to note that it is challenging and not accessible to everyone. There is no real path, facilities are minimal, and the route often resembles a beautiful scramble among the rocks. But while it is possible to get your feet wet if you misjudge the time it takes to cross certain passages at the mercy of a playful wave, there is no risk of getting lost as the yellow markings are excellent. And what a joy it is to look out over the entire route and beyond from the top of Le Dramont. Please note that part of the Dramont bypass is currently impassable due to a landslide. Use the nearby forest paths to reach the tip of Camp Long.

A pleasant hike in the Esterel to discover the Malpasset Dam and an ancient Roman bridge.

Ascent to the Rastel d'Agay, a superb viewpoint over the Mediterranean and the entire Estérel massif.