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Les Ferres walks
The Ferres circular
Visorando Member
12.58 mi
+4,603 ft
-4,629 ft
9h 50
Difficult
Departure from Les Ferres (Alpes-Maritimes)
A circular route that will give you the opportunity to visit the typical villages of Les Ferres and Bouyon and discover the Clue de la Cerise, carved out by the turbulent waters of the Estéron.
Between Les Ferres and Conségudes
7.78 mi
+2,280 ft
-2,283 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Les Ferres (Alpes-Maritimes)
The Estèron valley and its turbulent waters. Most of the hike is in the undergrowth, so it is shaded, with a more exposed return.Moderator's warning on 02/03/2021: Caution! Due to rockfalls, a path is closed. See notices dated 27 February and 02 March 2021.
The ridge of Mont Saint-Michel from Les Ferres
3.11 mi
+889 ft
-902 ft
2h 10
Moderate
Departure from Les Ferres (Alpes-Maritimes)
A short hike that will take you off the beaten track through a relatively easy-to-navigate forest to the summit of Mont Saint-Michel. The summit offers a beautiful view of the village below. The return trail passes through an easy area wooded with chestnut trees.
This hike is reserved for off-trail enthusiasts.
Route de Vescous and Pierrefeu via the Pas d’Estève
6.05 mi
+1,762 ft
-1,749 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Toudon (Alpes-Maritimes)
A lovely walk which I had mistakenly thought would be uninteresting: a small hamlet, impressive views across the whole Esteron valley, from the Bernade ridges above Soleilhas right down to the lower Var. Explore Pierrefeu, with its church nestled between two rocky outcrops.
The Bouyon and Estellier ridges
8.64 mi
+2,379 ft
-2,379 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Bouyon (Alpes-Maritimes)
You can't start this hike without visiting this inland village. It's a journey into the past, leading to covered passageways, narrow streets, fountains, chapels and a wrought-iron bell tower in perfect condition. This magnificent hike then takes you off-trail with a view overlooking the village of Bouyon, then at Estellier, breathtaking views of the Estéron Valley with beautiful panoramas of the sea and the Alps.
Gorges de l'Estéron starting from Bouyon via Les Ferres
6.97 mi
+2,552 ft
-2,575 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Bouyon (Alpes-Maritimes)
Located in the Pré-Alpes d'Azur park, this is a hike on varied terrain that passes through two villages worth visiting, Bouyon and Les Ferres. You can also admire the spectacular mountain scenery, an astonishing oratory and overlook the green waters of the Estéron, a tributary of the Var.
The route is marked almost from start to finish by signs and yellow markings.
Circular route south of Bézaudun-les-Alpes via the Colle de Menon
7.40 mi
+1,138 ft
-1,115 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Bézaudun-les-Alpes (Alpes-Maritimes)
This is a very pleasant hike starting from the magnificent village of Bézaudun-les-Alpes. It is a fairly long but not too physically demanding journey, with plenty of variety and splendid views. There are many changes of direction, but the route is fairly easy to follow. In short, it's a great way to spend a wonderful day with a dream picnic at the summit.
GPS or Visorando app, useful in some places.
Estellier circular from Bézaudun-les-Alpes
9.56 mi
+2,707 ft
-2,684 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Bézaudun-les-Alpes (Alpes-Maritimes)
A circular loop in the Nice countryside, passing through two pretty little villages and along quiet paths offering beautiful views of the coast.
Around Mont Lion
5.77 mi
+2,149 ft
-2,119 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Gilette (Alpes-Maritimes)
An ideal hike during sunny autumn weather. Much of the route is under trees, with splendid red and orange colours and the pleasant scent of thyme.
Circular route from Sainte-Marguerite Chapel to Le Broc
2.74 mi
+223 ft
-230 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Le Broc (Alpes-Maritimes)
A short, easy stroll that can be enjoyed in any season. Beautiful views of the ruins of Fougassière Castle at the summit, as well as the village of Gilette.
Gilette and the Estéron gorges
7.94 mi
+2,221 ft
-2,244 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Gilette (Alpes-Maritimes)
Gilette and La Clue.
From the village of Gillette, perched on a rocky outcrop, this walk takes you to the medieval bridge of La Cerise (scenes from the film "The Hunchback" were shot here in 1997) and then winds through the Estéron gorges.
Anou sheep
4.03 mi
+771 ft
-748 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Bézaudun-les-Alpes (Alpes-Maritimes)
Short, easy walk in the limestone Pre-Alps with a climb to the summit of Mouton d'Anou for a remarkable view.
Cime des Collettes
4.45 mi
+1,739 ft
-1,732 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Toudon (Alpes-Maritimes)
This circular hike starting from the village of Toudon provides access to one of the main peaks of the Mont Vial massif between Var and Estéron.
On the menu for this hike: pine forests and broom scrub, grassy terraces of abandoned countryside, a slightly steep passage at the foot of a limestone cliff, panoramic views of Cheiron, the Var valley, Mercantour... and even Nice and the sea on a clear day.
Mont Vial from Revest-Les-Roches
9.13 mi
+3,045 ft
-3,045 ft
6h 50
Moderate
Departure from Revest-les-Roches (Alpes-Maritimes)
A beautiful climb through the forest to reach the summit of Mont Vial, with magnificent views of several peaks in the Alpes Maritimes. You will pass through three small, little-known but charming and peaceful villages: Revest-les-Roches, Toudon and Tourette-du-Château.
Mont Auvière
Association / Club / Walk leader
5.75 mi
+2,293 ft
-2,264 ft
4h 40
Difficult
Departure from Roquesteron (Alpes-Maritimes)
A beautiful hike above Roquesteron. Magnificent views of the villages of Pierrefeu, Toudon and Mont Vial.
The banks of the Estéron and the Sainte-Marguerite Chapel
6.19 mi
+1,073 ft
-1,056 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Gilette (Alpes-Maritimes)
This circular hike, starting from the Pont de l'Estéron, takes you along this pretty river with its turquoise waters before climbing into the forest alongside a small stream and joining small isolated roads towards the Chapelle Sainte-Marguerite (17th century).
The descent is via a pretty path overlooking the Estéron, offering some beautiful views towards the Plaine du Var at the end.
This circuit can also be done in the opposite direction, ending with the section along the river.
Route de Pont de l'Estéron, Bouyon, La Grave
10.36 mi
+2,602 ft
-2,598 ft
7h 00
Moderate
Departure from Gilette (Alpes-Maritimes)
Starting from the Pont de l’Estéron, this route takes you to the old village of Bouyon, passing through the hamlet of Clos Martel along a shaded path.
The return journey follows the Estéron river, partly along a cantilevered path, ending at the Route de la Grave.
Circular Estéron via Gilette and La Clave
5.62 mi
+1,191 ft
-1,165 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Gilette (Alpes-Maritimes)
A pleasant little circular loop along the Estéron, passing by the Pont de l'Estéron, the pretty hilltop village of Gilette, its botanical trail, La Clue and La Clave, and returning along the Route de la Clavée. If you are lucky, you can pick wild asparagus in spring or swim in the Estéron in summer.
The Estéron, the Clue de la Clave, Gilette, Chemin de Reculon
7.05 mi
+1,683 ft
-1,667 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Gilette (Alpes-Maritimes)
This is a superb hike, varied, picturesque and panoramic, with the added bonus of passing through a beautiful village. What's more, it is not too difficult and therefore accessible to most hikers with a little training. It should be added that this route is very often shaded and therefore pleasant in hot weather. The markings and signposts are sufficient to prevent you from getting lost.
Circular loop from Gilette to Pont de la Cerise starting from La Clave
12.43 mi
+2,838 ft
-2,815 ft
8h 10
Difficult
Departure from Gilette (Alpes-Maritimes)
A very beautiful walk, which can be started either from La Clave (Le Broc) or from Gilette.
It passes through varied landscapes and offers a chance to explore the Pre-Alps... whilst passing very close to the Estéron
We have chosen to start this route with the climb to Gilette from La Clave to avoid this difficulty at the end of the hike.
You’ll easily be able to reach the river on three occasions throughout this hike.
The Roquesteron botanical trail
3.40 mi
+712 ft
-712 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Alpes-Maritimes
Discover two villages, Roquestéron and La Roque-en-Provence, historically separated by the Estéron River, which marks the border between Provence and the County of Nice. Roquestéron on the left bank became French in 1860. Take a walk in the forest along a forest trail converted into a botanical trail and discover the trees and plants of the middle country.
Circuit from the Saint-Michel Chapel to Coursegoules
4.57 mi
+1,306 ft
-1,319 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Coursegoules (Alpes-Maritimes)
Panoramic hike to discover the remains of the past.
The summit of Viériou as seen from Coursegoules
5.20 mi
+1,407 ft
-1,388 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Coursegoules (Alpes-Maritimes)
A pleasant little walk, presenting no technical difficulties, best undertaken in fine weather if possible as it offers stunning views of the coastline and the Nice hinterland. The Montagne du Cheiron, which overlooks the villages of Gréolières and Coursegoules, is a place to linger and take in the scenery.
The western trails of Coursegoules
6.82 mi
+1,870 ft
-1,873 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Coursegoules (Alpes-Maritimes)
After exploring the old streets of Coursegoules and seeing its sights, this is a beautiful hike that surprises with the beauty of its trails and paths, passing through three different wooded areas of pine, oak and beech trees, sometimes winding through terraced fields offering lovely views of the Cime du Cheiron.
Bau de l'Arc from Roquesteron
7.79 mi
+2,582 ft
-2,582 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Roquesteron (Alpes-Maritimes)
To reach the summit of Bau de l'Arc (980m), you pass through the charming little village of Cuébris. Superb panorama at the summit: to the south, the resort of Gréolières les Neiges, the village of Cuébris and the upper Estéron valley; to the west, the Bernade ridge and Mont Saint-Honorat (2,520 m); to the north-east, the Vial ridge.
The trail is currently closed between markers 88 and 89 and between markers 104 and 105.
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From Roquestéron to L’Iscle via Sainte-Pétronille
3.56 mi
+1,257 ft
-1,260 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Roquesteron (Alpes-Maritimes)
This route will take you on a tour of Roquestéron and La Roque-en-Provence (formerly Roquestéron-Grasse), two villages separated by the Estéron, which formed the border (before 1860) between France and Savoy. Return to Roquestéron via a local track running alongside the Estéron.
Editor’s note added on 20/09/2021: some of the paths on this 2016 hike are difficult to find. See the comments at the bottom of this page
Le Mouton d'Anou from Le Broc
8.68 mi
+2,185 ft
-2,182 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Le Broc (Alpes-Maritimes)
A circular hike starting from the charming village of Le Broc. A steep climb through the forest leads to the buried Gravière canal, which you follow along a track through the woods before reaching a clear view of Mont Vial and the Mercantour near the hamlet of Les Combes. The climb up the Mouton d'Anou via a track and then a narrow path offers a beautiful 360° panorama from Cap d'Antibes to Mercantour. The descent is via a pleasant path through the woods.
Mouton d'Anou from Le Broc, returning via Jas Jausserand and Vallon de la Sine.
8.74 mi
+2,195 ft
-2,195 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Le Broc (Alpes-Maritimes)
Variation of the other circular route between Le Broc and Le Mouton d'Anou. This variation passes through Jas Jausserand and the spectacular Vallon de la Sine on the way back.
Monséguise plateau
7.02 mi
+1,660 ft
-1,670 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Le Broc (Alpes-Maritimes)
This hike starts in the hilltop village of Le Broc and takes you to the Monséguise plateau, which offers a rare view of the Alpes-Maritimes.
After a gradual climb through the Vallon de la Sine, you reach the plateau via a short climb along the "piste du gaz". At the top, you can see the Mediterranean, from the Estérel to nearby Nice, and the peaks of the Nice hinterland as far as the Mercantour!
On the descent, there are numerous views of the hilltop villages of the Nice hinterland.
The Saint-André Wood and the Hirondelles Valley
7.45 mi
+2,700 ft
-2,700 ft
5h 45
Difficult
Departure from Bonson (Alpes-Maritimes)
A very beautiful, undulating walk through wooded countryside. The Vallon des Hirondelles is a little-visited wetland area, and the presence of a magnificent oak tree, certified as several hundred years old, leaves all walkers in awe.
Circular Saint-Barnabé starting from Coursegoules
4.90 mi
+866 ft
-850 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Coursegoules (Alpes-Maritimes)
A circular route with superb views of the pretty village of Coursegoules and the Saint-Barnabé plateau. Photos taken in the snow, but the landscapes are just as beautiful without.
Le Bau de Saint-Jean via Pey Subert
7.87 mi
+1,634 ft
-1,644 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Coursegoules (Alpes-Maritimes)
A very pleasant circular route to discover the Plateau de Saint-Barnabé and enjoy a remarkable view of the Loup valley.
This route presents no particular difficulties except for the climb to the summit of Bau de Saint-Jean, where caution is advised.
This route is very well marked.
Bonson and small pass Saint-André from Plan du Var
4.93 mi
+2,198 ft
-2,192 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Bonson (Alpes-Maritimes)
A very beautiful and varied hike on the outskirts of Nice, with a less frequented first section on paved slanting street paths. The climb up the small pass of Saint-André offers magnificent 360° panoramic views. A bountiful natural environment in every season and a cultural heritage waiting to be discovered.
Boucle de Saint-Martin-du-Var à la Roquette-sur-Var
2.42 mi
+906 ft
-906 ft
1h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-du-Var (Alpes-Maritimes)
Starting from Saint-Martin-du-Var, this short walk along the slopes of La Roquette-sur-Var will take you to this picturesque hilltop village offering views over the Var plain.The return path runs alongside the Vésubie Canal for a few metres.
The Madone d’Utelle from Le Chaudan and the remote hamlets of Utelle
13.93 mi
+5,558 ft
-5,554 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Utelle (Alpes-Maritimes)
A long, unusual circular hike to admire the view from the Madone d’Utelle. For anyone who has already climbed up via the village and wants to make the route a bit more challenging! As a bonus, you’ll pass through several old abandoned hamlets, including the pretty little village of Le Reveston. A hike with no real technical difficulty, but which may be long and tiring for those unaccustomed to it.
The Villars-sur-Var Mill Canal
3.87 mi
+1,033 ft
-1,033 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Villars-sur-Var (Alpes-Maritimes)
This walk takes us to explore the gorges of the River Espignole. This round trip offers a delightful mix of views of the Var, a visit to the beautiful village of Villars-sur-Var, its church and streets, and the chance to discover an unmarked path that follows the route of the Canal du Moulin, which brings water to the village, without any significant change in elevation.
The Adous Canal at Malaussène
5.21 mi
+535 ft
-535 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Malaussène (Alpes-Maritimes)
Starting from the village of Malaussène, part of the Serse route has become impassable due to rockfalls. A local advised us to follow the Adous Canal. It’s an easy, almost flat, round-trip walk.
To make the return journey a bit more challenging over the final few kilometres, we turned off to rejoin a section of the Serse route.
The Point d'Areno and Pater Noster tour
4.59 mi
+614 ft
-614 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Coursegoules (Alpes-Maritimes)
A pleasant hike, mainly through woodland.
Easy circular route starting from the Col de Vence.
No signposts but easy to follow.
Vescagne Waterfall at the start of the Col de Vence
3.16 mi
+1,050 ft
-1,063 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Coursegoules (Alpes-Maritimes)
A very pretty little hike. Walk through beautiful undergrowth, descend into a deep valley, discover the remains of an old mine, cross a river and reach a magnificent waterfall.
Mont Vial from Malaussène
12.02 mi
+4,524 ft
-4,518 ft
9h 30
Difficult
Departure from Malaussène (Alpes-Maritimes)
A beautiful route through the ‘moyen pays’ region, offering the chance to explore the village of Malaussène, the forest and the ridge of Mont Vial. The 360° panorama from Mont Vial is sublime, with views of both sea and mountains.
Circular South of Massoins, return via the Var
3.05 mi
+935 ft
-955 ft
2h 15
Moderate
Departure from Malaussène (Alpes-Maritimes)
A very pleasant hike, the start of which is south-facing, which is very pleasant in winter. Once you have visited the village, the rarely used return trail ends in a rocky area, where it disappears. Take care when walking through the wooded area of thorn bushes and oak trees on the Dos de l'Éléphant ridge along the banks of the Var .
A round trip from Var to Massoins
3.02 mi
+781 ft
-810 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Malaussène (Alpes-Maritimes)
This is a very pleasant short walk with a south-facing route, which is very pleasant in winter. This century-old mule track linked the village of Massoins to Malaussène railway station, facilitating logistics and trade.
Tour of Mont Ragias from Villars-sur-Var
9.10 mi
+2,612 ft
-2,615 ft
6h 30
Moderate
Departure from Villars-sur-Var (Alpes-Maritimes)
This beautiful hike will allow you to explore both sides of Mont Ragias, the highest peak in the Middle Var at 1,174 metres. The eastern slope, which alternates between terraced paths and forest, climbs up the Espignole valley. The other slope, more rocky, overlooks the Var valley, offering beautiful panoramic views. It is only at the Chapelle Saint-Jean du Désert, almost at the end of the route, that you can see Mont Ragias.
The balconies of Carros
2.73 mi
+988 ft
-988 ft
2h 05
Moderate
Departure from Carros (Alpes-Maritimes)
A short hike near Nice, above the old town of Carros. Breathtaking views of the Var valley and the Baie des Anges.
The Moon Bridge at Carros
1.89 mi
+758 ft
-758 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Carros (Alpes-Maritimes)
A short walk through a dense forest with a variety of tree species. A descent along a beautiful path, often paved, and from the stone Pont de la Lune, the return climb is dotted with information boards about the local flora and fauna. This short walk is best combined with a free visit to Carros Castle.
From Carros to Baou de la Gaude
10.09 mi
+2,277 ft
-2,277 ft
6h 35
Moderate
Departure from Carros (Alpes-Maritimes)
This hike starts in the old hilltop village of Carros and takes you across the Monséguise plateau with its thousand clapiers (piles of stones) to the Baou de la Gaude, which offers exceptional views of Nice, the coastline and the Estérel.The return journey along the canal is just as interesting, overlooking the Var valley for over 2 km.
From Ascros to the Chapel of Sainte-Baume via Les Chats and Pécogiu
6.74 mi
+1,411 ft
-1,388 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Ascros (Alpes-Maritimes)
A beautiful circular walk in the heart of the Pré-Alpes d'Azur Regional Nature Park, starting from Ascros and passing through Les Chats, Pécogiu and the Var-Moyen State Forest on the way to the magnificent Sainte-Baume Chapel.
The Plan des Noves circuit
4.47 mi
+715 ft
-745 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Vence (Alpes-Maritimes)
Le Plan des Noves, located between Vence and the Col de Vence, offers a beautiful walk through karstic terrain, leading to a panoramic view of the Baou de Saint-Jeannet and the sea.This route details walk no. 21 in the Alpes Maritimes General Council's 'Pays côtier' randoxygène guide.
The Fraisses du Malvan Route
8.51 mi
+1,719 ft
-1,693 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Vence (Alpes-Maritimes)
This route, largely shaded by oak forests, will take you via the Plan des Noves to the bottom of the Gorges de la Cagne, where you can admire the beautiful Vescagne Waterfall. The return journey will take you through the Vallon de Vescagne and the Col de Vence.
The Crête de la Madone via Le Reveston
7.34 mi
+3,671 ft
-3,665 ft
6h 35
Very difficult
Departure from Utelle (Alpes-Maritimes)
A difficult, unspoilt and wild route which, after an hour’s walk, leaves the Reveston path (alt. 560 m) to reach the Crête de la Madone (alt. 1154 m). Please note : this hike is intended for those who enjoy challenging terrain and sustained physical exertion.
Tour of Mont Falourde from Massoins
9.80 mi
+3,307 ft
-3,307 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from Massoins (Alpes-Maritimes)
A beautiful, challenging hike between the Var and Tinée rivers.
Pic de Courmettes via the Saint-Barnabé plateau and Puy de Tourettes.
8.35 mi
+1,742 ft
-1,736 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Courmes (Alpes-Maritimes)
A superb hike starting in the karstic and ruiniform landscapes of the Saint-Barnabé plateau. You will walk between deep sinkholes and the limestone chaos of the "village nègre" (black village). The peaks of Puy de Tourettes and Pic de Courmettes offer splendid panoramic views.
Plateau Saint-Barnabé
3.86 mi
+233 ft
-233 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Courmes (Alpes-Maritimes)
Walk around the Plateau Saint-Barnabé to finish in the "Champ des Idoles" (Field of Idols), a curious landscape of rocks sculpted by nature. A family walk with no elevation gain.
The Saint-Barnabé plateau via Pré Royer
5.85 mi
+725 ft
-725 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Courmes (Alpes-Maritimes)
A route around the Saint-Barnabé plateau with superb panoramic views of the villages of Gréolières and Cipières and, on a clear day, a glimpse of the Bay of Cannes and the Esterel massif.
Circular Saint-Pons route towards Coursegoules MR
7.49 mi
+1,923 ft
-1,923 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Gréolières (Alpes-Maritimes)
Circular walk starting from the new car park in Saint-Pons (commune of Gréolières) towards Coursegoules, passing under the Cheiron. A very varied route passing by the 6th-century Saint-Michel Chapel. Return via the Chemin de l'Autreville and the Vespluis and Taillet valleys, with a small ford that is easy to cross. Ideal for a full day out with a nice stop in Coursegoules: restaurant or picnic, bakery and water point.
Fort Charvet from the Courbaisse
6.09 mi
+1,791 ft
-1,791 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Tournefort (Alpes-Maritimes)
Forgotten on its rocky ridge, the main attraction of this hike is a visit to Fort Charvet. But it is also an opportunity to imagine, for a few minutes, what it was like for the soldiers who were tasked with observing the Var and Tinée valleys at the end of the 18th century in order to protect against a possible Piedmontese invasion. Let us not forget that this area has been French since 1860.
Route du Bois de Garavagne
9.16 mi
+1,768 ft
-1,778 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Gréolières (Alpes-Maritimes)
Starting from Tourounet, this mostly shaded route will take you to the Saint-Barnabé plateau, then to the outskirts of the village of Coursegoules, before descending via an ancient Roman road lined with pine and oak trees back to Tourounet.
Baou de Saint-Jeannet
3.69 mi
+1,217 ft
-1,138 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jeannet (Alpes-Maritimes) (Alpes-Maritimes)
An easy hike in spring or autumn.
At the top of the Baou, there is a magnificent view of the French Riviera with a very accurate orientation table to identify the points along the coast and the surrounding peaks.
The Fort du Pic Charvet from Tournefort
4.68 mi
+1,188 ft
-1,181 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Tournefort (Alpes-Maritimes)
A pleasant hike with no major difficulties, featuring a superb ridge walk and, as a reward, a visit to Fort Charvet. Built between 1883 and 1890, this fort occupies a rocky promontory overlooking the confluence of the Tinée and Var rivers.
Baou de la Gaude
5.04 mi
+1,453 ft
-1,430 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jeannet (Alpes-Maritimes) (Alpes-Maritimes)
Walk to the summit of Baou de la Gaude overlooking the Var valley. Magnificent landscapes of heath and panoramic views of the sea and valley.
The 4 Baous Circuit
10.28 mi
+3,547 ft
-3,363 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Jeannet (Alpes-Maritimes) (Alpes-Maritimes)
A magnificent walk offering numerous views of the sea, the Var valley, and the coast with its various towns, headlands and islands (with a bit of luck, you might spot Corsica, Sainte-Victoire and the Mercantour peaks). However, this walk is challenging due to its length and elevation gain, and is therefore only suitable for fit walkers.
Moderator update on 6 April 2021: Please note! There is a private property issue between (11) and (12). See the suggestion in the description and in the reviews dated 24 April 2021.
Route du Baou de la Gaude
4.25 mi
+1,453 ft
-1,417 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jeannet (Alpes-Maritimes) (Alpes-Maritimes)
A magnificent route starting from the car park in the village of Saint-Jeannet. Numerous viewpoints overlooking the coastline with sweeping panoramic views.The path is stony, so make sure you wear sturdy shoes that provide good ankle support and take your time to ensure you keep your footing. Be careful not to slip on certain sections.
Baous de la Gaude and Saint-Jeannet
6.71 mi
+1,978 ft
-1,978 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jeannet (Alpes-Maritimes) (Alpes-Maritimes)
A double loop in a landscape combining heath, karst plateau and numerous dry stone terraces.
The climb up the two baous offers exceptional views of the coastline from Cap Ferrat to Cap d'Antibes... not to mention the view of the hinterland from the Baou de Saint-Jeannet with the Saint-Barnabé plateau, the Cherion Massif and the peaks of the Mercantour between the Argentera and Mont Bégo.
Return via the Plateau du Baou, where you can discover two drystone shelters.
Circular above Gattières via the Canal de la Gravière
3.98 mi
+1,289 ft
-1,289 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Gattières (Alpes-Maritimes)
This circular loop above Gattières runs along the eastern slopes of La Bessière (818 m) and Le Pességuier (902 m), alongside the Canal de la Gravière. It allows you to explore the village and offers beautiful views of olive groves, the Var plain, the Bellet vineyards and the peaks of the Mercantour.
From Gattières to Carros le Vieux via the Canal de la Gravière
8.70 mi
+2,034 ft
-2,034 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Gattières (Alpes-Maritimes)
The views of the hilltop villages of Gattières and Carros from this forgotten canal make for an unusual hike.
Western circular of La Tour-sur-Tinée
4.63 mi
+1,526 ft
-1,532 ft
3h 25
Very difficult
Departure from La Tour (Alpes-Maritimes)
A very beautiful hike with a variety of trails and vegetation, enhanced by a village classified as a historical monument to discover. Take into account the practical information mentioned in the description regarding the period and the off-trail section.
⚠️ GPS or app essential for this hike! Avoid the winter period, as the rocks near the rivers are slippery.
Le Bau (Baou) de Saint-Jean
6.88 mi
+2,224 ft
-2,205 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Courmes (Alpes-Maritimes)
After a walk through a beautiful forest of scattered oak trees, this little-known peak is a stunning summit that can be climbed with little difficulty. The villages of Cipières and Gréolières are visible in the view. A wonderful discovery.
The Saint-Jean-Baptiste Oratory circular route from Bramafan
8.75 mi
+1,880 ft
-1,867 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Courmes (Alpes-Maritimes)
The hike starts with an uphill climb to Pré de Marthe, where you can enjoy a view of Montagne du Cheiron. At Baisse de Saint-Barnabé, you can visit the magnificent Oratoire de Saint-Jean-Baptiste. The return journey takes you through the village of Courmes, which is well worth a visit.
Circular Cipières starting from Bramafan
5.58 mi
+988 ft
-1,014 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Courmes (Alpes-Maritimes)
Starting from Bramafan, the trail climbs under the pine and beech trees on the cool, quiet north-facing slope. The mossy ground absorbs your footsteps, and the air smells of resin and damp earth. Between two pale rocks, the view opens up onto the Loup valley and the Cheiron ridges. Gradually, the forest thins out and olive trees herald Cipières, perched on its luminous spur, after a leisurely walk of about ten kilometres. The descent to the river is calm and the path sometimes enigmatic, but you'll get there. Return via the Canal de Foulon.
Le Brec d'Utelle from La Tour via Pas Massena
11.10 mi
+4,895 ft
-4,869 ft
6 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from La Tour (Alpes-Maritimes)
This is a long, somewhat technical hike, starting from the beautiful village of La Tour on the edge of the Tinée valley, which will take you to the summit of Brec d'Utelle with an incredible view of the Tinée and Vésubie valleys.
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