Roquebrune-sur-Argens walks

A magnificent family walk around Lake Aréna, on the banks of the Argens and at the foot of the Rocher de Roquebrune. The flora is interesting: you will find Spanish broom, scorpion broom, cotton cistus, Provence cane, prickly pear, fennel, wood chervil, white bread, false cypress euphorbia, eleven o'clock flowers, radiated anacycles, sage-leaved rockrose, white campion, ravenelle, flax, meadow clover...

A short but energetic walk that is exposed towards the end. Enjoy the stunning views from the top of Rocher de Roquebrune with its famous ochre colours.

This walk allows you to climb Roquebrune Rock without retracing your steps.

Climb to the Trois Croix de Roquebrune from the Rocher de Palay car park via a beautiful ledge offering views over the whole town and the surrounding region. See chapter: practical information.

A superb hike, difficult, even very difficult, but one that takes you to the Trois Croix on the Rocher de Roquebrune with a splendid, almost 360° view of the Mediterranean, the Maures, Sainte-Baume, Sainte-Victoire, Grand Bessillon, the Verdon, the Estérel and the towns of Roquebrune, Puget-sur-Argens, Fréjus and Saint-Raphaël. Much of the route is shaded. The ascent is difficult; the descent requires extreme caution. ⚠️ Some sections feature cables or chains over a few metres. Not recommended for those prone to vertigo.

A challenging hike, but rewarded with a magnificent 360° panorama at Les Trois Croix. View of the fairy chimneys on the way back.

A pleasant and easy circular in the woods of Roquebrune overlooking the Domaines des Baux, des Deux Collines and de la Bergerie.

An alternative to the classic routes to reach the Trois Croix at the summit of the Rocher de Roquebrune, starting from Le Muy. A varied, relatively demanding circular route, with some steep climbs and technical descents that will require the use of your hands. ⚠️ Several handrails and safety equipment are provided.

Nestled among vineyards and pine trees, La Bouverie is a pretty residential neighbourhood and the green heart of Roquebrune-sur-Argens. At the foot of the majestic Gorges du Blavet, where the red rock of the Estérel rises in steep cliffs, hiking trails lead in the footsteps of Homo Bouvérien. Archaeologists have recognised that the Roquebrune-sur-Argens area has been continuously inhabited throughout prehistoric times. The caves of La Bouverie are the earliest evidence of this.

A pleasant walk letting you discover the National Forest of the Colle du Rouët, the Trou de Gournié, also called Cascade de l'Endre and the river Endre.

This is a beautiful hike of about 5 hours in the Colle du Rouët national forest in Le Muy, in a wild environment offering a 180° panorama to the south, with magnificent views of Saint-Raphaël, Fréjus and the sea to the east, and as far as Sainte-Baume and Montagne Sainte-Victoire to the west. The second part of the hike includes a tricky off-trail section through vegetation, from (5) to (7). Description of the possible alternative route in the Practical Information section.

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 moderately difficult circular route with superb views of the Mediterranean, the Rocher de Roquebrune-sur-Argens and the Haut Var. A fairly easy climb and a slightly steep descent.

This easy walk offers beautiful views of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez on one side and the Estérel and Southern Alps on the other.

Carved into red volcanic rock, the gorges offer beautiful geological features such as the Grotte de Muéron, one of the major climbing sites in the Var, and at the heart of this hike. At the foot of one of these many cliffs, you will find the prehistoric Muéron cave, which was occupied 10,000 years BC. From its very wide entrance, it extends deep into the rock and still provides shelter from storms today. Its proximity to the Blavet river and forests (a source of fuel), its southern exposure and its commanding view of the valley made it possible to follow wild herds and made it particularly attractive for camps during the Bronze Age.

A walk in an exceptional location, discovering the Blavet Gorges and the Mueron Cave, inhabited during the Bronze Age.Ideal in summer and mid-season, avoid periods of heavy rain.

A gentle climb with beautiful views of the Estérel Massif. You will happily arrive at the summit to enjoy a beautiful view. As you begin your descent, you will arrive in the heart of the mimosa valley. Fragrances and beauty!Best done in good weather in February, of course! Follow the blue trail and the route.

A beautiful, undulating forest with Mediterranean species, where holm oaks, cork oaks and scrubland abound. The high point of Les Avalans offers views of the Plaine des Maures and the Gulf of Fréjus. In winter, arbutus trees, sometimes called strawberry trees, are abundant and delight hikers.

A walk through the Var forest ending in a forest of mimosas. Lovely views of the sea.

A pleasant hike to do in good weather to enjoy the view. You will discover an old millstone quarry in the heart of the red rocks with magnificent views! Enjoy the view to the south over the sea and the Argens plain and to the north over the village and the Haut-Var mountains.

This short hike takes you to an old millstone quarry and a prehistoric settlement with remarkable views.

A peaceful walk for the whole family with superb views of the region. However, be aware that some sections may be difficult for younger children... This hike can be done in either direction without difficulty.

The village of Bagnols-en-Forêt, churches and chapels located at the four cardinal points, a waterfall and an oppidum are all on the agenda for this hike, which is rich in remarkable sites to discover. Beautiful forest of pine and cork oak trees. The latter provide a unique material, bark, which regenerates after each harvest.

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.

Very easy hike suitable for young children. The route runs alongside the Petit Riou (dry in summer) and benefits from the shade of the trees and the coolness of the valley. Magnificent waterfall at the end of the route: the Gourbachin. "Along the way, the Vauloube rushes from the top of a porphyry bank into a hollow, a veritable green chasm, where its waters, which are often turbulent after the slightest storm, have carved out a magnificent gour." The waterfall is no less than six metres high and, thanks to the overhanging rock, walkers can walk all the way around it, passing under the waterfall. The walk is fun and charming, ending at the Gour Bachin, which is a marvel." This text by L. Henseling, dating from 1934, is still relevant today.

An easy walk, though uneven in places, along the Issambres coastal path. Views of the Bay of Saint-Tropez for the first few kilometres, followed by views of the Estérel Massif and the Bay of Saint-Raphaël.

A pleasant short hike through the woods, with a view of the sea, Saint-Raphaël and the Estérel halfway along the route. Majestic pines, oaks and even olive trees line the trail. In spring, rockroses will brighten up your walk, in summer cicadas and in autumn heather. At the beginning of the last century, the Var was France's largest producer of cork. The actual harvest, known as "levage", depends on the health of the tree, the heat and the rise of the sap from early June to early August. The first harvests are unsuitable for making corks and are used for insulation. After nine years, when the bark is about three centimetres thick, it is harvested to make corks. Cork also protects the tree during fires.