Fréjus walks

From Saint-Raphaël station, head to the seafront and follow the coastal path to Dramont. The red rock coastline dotted with small coves and beautiful sandy and pebble beaches with turquoise waters is a feast for the eyes. Please note that this coastal path is not really a path. The route mainly follows the rocks with the help of steps.

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.

Circular route via the Péguières ponds surrounded by mimosas and eucalyptus trees, the flank of Bonnet de Capelan, Col de l'Essuyadou, Carrefour de Roche Noire with views of Mont Vinaigre, Jausier, Col des Sacs and La Louve with its maritime pine forests and tree heath. Numerous viewpoints over the Gulf of Fréjus.

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

Multiple panoramic views of the Barban valley, the main peaks of the Esterel and the Gulf of Fréjus. Beautiful mountain-side paths. It is possible to extend the route by climbing towards the Grand Porfait from the Carrefour de Roche Noire, then descending back onto the GR®49 via the Pas d’Adam.

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.

A fairly easy but rather sunny walk with some lovely views of Saint-Aygulf, the coast and the Estérel. In summer, best done early in the morning. Some paths are steep, so make sure you wear good walking shoes.

A pleasant little circuit in the Mediterranean forest.

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

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).

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.

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.

A lovely walk in the hills above Fréjus, with a stunning sea view in the first section. We then wind our way through the valleys and along the ridges, through magnificent forests of cork oaks and eucalyptus trees.

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.

A short, easy walk in the heart of nature, with varied landscapes in the heart of the Estérel. The paths wind through eucalyptus, pine and cork oak trees. A quiet route on unmarked paths.

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.

Hike around Lac de l'Avellan, then climb Mont Vinaigre for a view of Fréjus Bay and the surrounding area.

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 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!

Starting from the DN7 near Saint-Jean-de-Cannes, this lovely circular route in the Estérel will take you to the summits of Marsaou and Les Suvières for a stunning panorama of the entire massif and the coastline from Cap d’Antibes to Cap de Saint-Tropez. All along the route, you’ll discover the characteristic vegetation of the Estérel: mimosas, cork oaks, stone pines and eucalyptus… with a few lovely shady spots full of ferns!