Pic du Cap Roux

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.

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  • Walking
    Activity: Walking
  • ↔
    Distance: 5.17 km
  • ◔
    Average duration: 2h 25 
  • ▲
    Difficulty: Moderate

  • ⚐
    Back to start: Yes
  • ↗
    Ascent: + 317 m
  • ↘
    Descent: - 317 m

  • ▲
    Highest point: 445 m
  • ▼
    Lowest point: 143 m

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Description of the walk

Park in the car park at the end of the fully tarmaced forest road, which can be accessed via the village of Agay. Access via Pointe de l'Observatoire was closed during our hike.

(S/E) Head towards the sign indicating all the hiking trails and follow the one marked in yellow towards Col du Saint-Pilon.

(1) When you reach a huge cairn, continue along the path climbing to the right: there are crosses clearly visible, so it is difficult to go wrong. Continue to Col du Saint-Pilon.

(2) Follow the path opposite, marked in blue.

(3) Take the path on the right. Please note: there are also blue markings on the path going downhill. Reach the Col du Cap Roux.

(4) Continue left on the path that climbs and go to the next intersection where the Pic du Cap Roux orientation table is in sight.

(5) Climb left to reach the summit.

(6) All that's left to do is enjoy the view! Then retrace your steps back to Col du Cap Roux.

(4) Take the path downhill to the left; there are no more blue markings.

(7) Stay on the path on the right, where you will find the blue markings again. Return to Col du Saint-Pilon.

(2) Turn left and retrace your steps to return to the car park (S/E).

Waypoints

  1. S/E : km 0 - alt. 143 m - Car park
  2. 1 : km 0.64 - alt. 236 m - Large cairn
  3. 2 : km 1.07 - alt. 276 m - Col du Saint-Pilon
  4. 3 : km 1.38 - alt. 253 m - Turn right at the fork
  5. 4 : km 2.18 - alt. 357 m - Col du Cap Roux
  6. 5 : km 2.56 - alt. 426 m - Pic du Cap Roux junction
  7. 6 : km 2.62 - alt. 445 m - Summit, orientation table
  8. 7 : km 3.24 - alt. 323 m - Intersection, on the right
  9. S/E : km 5.17 - alt. 143 m - Car park

Worth a visit

At the summit of Pic du Cap Roux, the view is simply extraordinary.
During the hike, there is a beautiful view of the Saint-Honorat Chapel Cave.

Reviews and comments

4.9 / 5
Based on 12 reviews

Reliability of the description
4.8 / 5
Ease of following the route
4.8 / 5
Route interest
5 / 5
sgerard6
sgerard6

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 28, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

There are many paths leading to and from Pic du Cap-Roux. The Visorando guide was very useful to us, and also enabled us to help out a few hesitant hikers.
For our part, we were able to complete a beautiful circular and fully enjoy the magnificent spectacle of the colourful rocks of the Esterel facing the sea.
Two things to note: what a crowd at the summit! It was like being on the Champs-Elysées! Also, part of the orientation table is missing. It would be a good idea to replace it.

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san.sck
san.sck

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 13, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A great hike that wasn't too long (about 3 hours with breaks) to the summit of Cap Roux. I was able to fulfil this dream. We could see this mountain in the distance from Saint-Raphaël, and I never imagined it would be possible to climb to the top, but in fact it's very accessible for an average hiker, the level wasn't difficult at all. The views are magnificent, it's spectacular! Fabulous!

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jcmoriaud
jcmoriaud

Overall rating : 4.7 / 5

Date of your route : Mar 29, 2025
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

My most beautiful walk in the Var so far. It's supposed to take 2 hours and 45 minutes, but that's not counting the many stops to marvel at the incredible panoramic views!
Thank you for the route.

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philrandovilaine
philrandovilaine

Access to the starting point is impossible because the road leading to it is blocked at the Mourrefrey crossroads. A similar hike can be done starting from the source of the Sainte Baume

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Monique21
Monique21

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 29, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Magnificent scenery, well-marked route, follow the route carefully, the descent will be easy, otherwise it gets rockier

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pechar69
pechar69

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Sep 18, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

A lovely, easy walk, but good footwear is recommended!
Very beautiful views.

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waloo26
waloo26

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 24, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Beautiful route, very well marked by Visorando, very popular due to its ease of access and interest

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waloo26
waloo26

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 24, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Beautiful route, very well marked by vsorando, very popular due to its ease of access and interest

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philWEI
philWEI

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : Jun 03, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

magnificent scenery on this two-stage hike: one climb followed by one descent
i recommend doing it in the direction described to avoid a descent that is too rocky

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Dominique Delaire
Dominique Delaire

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 29, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No

Magnificent hike with exceptional views of the coast

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Tagliaferri Marie
Tagliaferri Marie

Overall rating : 4.3 / 5

Date of your route : May 27, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★☆ Good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★☆ Good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

Lovely walk, several options available on the route

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Djano31
Djano31

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 08, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : No


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fran50
fran50

Overall rating : 5 / 5

Date of your route : May 06, 2024
Reliability of the description : ★★★★★ Very good
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★★★ Very good
Very busy route : Yes

One of the most well-known hikes, but with the most beautiful panoramic view of the entire coast.
No wonder it's so popular, it's a benchmark.

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