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Touët-de-l'Escarène walks
From Touët-de-l'Escarène to La Baisse du Pape
Visorando Member
8.12 mi
+2,159 ft
-2,175 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Touët-de-l'Escarène (Alpes-Maritimes)
A pleasant walk starting from Touët-de-l'Escarène. After an initial slightly uphill section, the route is then very easy going, mostly following DFCI tracks. The scenery is varied.
La Scaletta de Touët-de-l'Escarène
4.43 mi
+1,903 ft
-1,893 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Touët-de-l'Escarène (Alpes-Maritimes)
This pleasant route takes you along rarely used paths, past ancient ruins, the remains of forgotten terraces, refreshing streams, a 360° view from the top of the Scaletta ridge and abundant wildlife. This hike is for experienced hikers. The tour of the Scaletta ridge is off-trail and the terraces between points (6) and (7) form low walls that must be climbed over. You may need to use your hands on the rock.
The short tour of Mont Panard from Touët de l'Escarène station
6.71 mi
+2,008 ft
-2,008 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Touët-de-l'Escarène (Alpes-Maritimes)
A beautiful walk starting from the station in the charming village of Touët de l'Escarène around Mont Panard, mostly through undergrowth. After crossing the tracks of the Train des Merveilles, the route climbs up the left bank of the Ravin d'Estiou and winds clockwise around Mont Panard. Beautiful views of the Mercantour peaks, the rocks of Saint Sauveur and Mont Brec.
The Paillon National Forest
7.72 mi
+1,906 ft
-1,900 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from L'Escarène (Alpes-Maritimes)
A bucolic and informative stroll in the back country of Nice.
The Crête de Scaletta from L'Escarène
6.97 mi
+2,454 ft
-2,438 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from L'Escarène (Alpes-Maritimes)
This route crosses two villages in the hinterland, L'Escarène and Touët-de-l'Escarène, via rarely used paths. A fewancient ruins, the remains of forgotten terraces, a 360° view from the top of the Crête de la Scaletta and abundant wildlife.
This hike is for experienced hikers. The Crête de la Scaletta is off-trail and the terraces between (11) and (12) form low walls that must be crossed. Sometimes you have to use your hands on the rock.
The Mont Panard circuit
8.11 mi
+2,211 ft
-2,228 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from L'Escarène (Alpes-Maritimes)
Although the start of this walk is rather uninspiring, as it begins on a track suitable for vehicles, the rest is a magnificent series of wooded paths, offering views of the Rocher Saint-Sauveur, then of the Baudon, Monts Ours and Mont Agel massifs, as well as distant views of the Mediterranean coastline.
Due to trail closures, the Visorando GPS app may prove useful.
Circular route from L'Escarène to Berre-les-Alpes via the Paillon National Forest.
7.99 mi
+1,601 ft
-1,611 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from L'Escarène (Alpes-Maritimes)
Stroll through the narrow streets and old bridges of L'Escarène. Cross the magnificent Paillon National Forest and stop at Berre-les-Alpes to admire the panoramic views and old buildings. The return journey takes you through the forest and its marlstone "canyons". The final path leads to the heart of L'Escarène.
La Cime du Castel
7.28 mi
+2,323 ft
-2,316 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from L'Escarène (Alpes-Maritimes)
On the eastern side, the fairly steep climb up to the Cime du Castel, the panoramic view from its summit, and the two forgotten paths between the 17th-century Sainte-Brigitte tower and the River Paillon lend a unique character to these little-known spots near Nice.
Around Lucéram: Col de l'Orme, Col de l'Ablé, Grand Braus and Mont Auri
6.79 mi
+2,575 ft
-2,559 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Lucéram (Alpes-Maritimes)
This is a hike to enjoy during the Christmas period, starting from Lucéram, a magical medieval village famous for its 500 nativity scenes. The route crosses the Turini road several times, then passes through the Col de l'Orme before reaching the summit of Mont l'Ablé, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the coastline and, with a little luck, Corsica, the Grassoises Pre-Alps and part of the Mercantour massif. From the summit of Mont Auri, the aerial view of the village of Lucéram is exceptional. The return journey takes you through the Ibac forest and behind the village.
Mont l'Ablé via the Roccanièra valley from Lucéram
4.82 mi
+2,146 ft
-2,156 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Lucéram (Alpes-Maritimes)
During the ascent, enjoy beautiful views overlooking the village of Lucéram. The Roccanièra valley trail is not very busy. A succession of different vegetation types will accompany you throughout this humid valley with its steep edges.
Around the ruins of the Ongrand de Peille chapel
7.73 mi
+2,562 ft
-2,566 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Peille (Alpes-Maritimes)
A route that takes in the rocky areas near Castel d’Ongrand, before offering views of the wooded Mont Méras massif. The magnificent paved slanting street that leads back offers beautiful views of Mont Ours and the nearby Cime de Baudon.
Cime du Baudon
4.45 mi
+1,982 ft
-1,995 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Peille (Alpes-Maritimes)
Starting from the village of Peille, after a moderate effort, discover a sumptuous 360° landscape and the pleasure of seeing Corsica, depending on the weather.
The vegetation is very varied throughout this very pleasant hike.
Planfaé Stream
2.08 mi
+666 ft
-653 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Coaraze (Alpes-Maritimes)
Useful information: until further notice, swimming and canyoning are prohibited under a local by-law, with fines applicable. Signs are posted at the start of the walk.
A short walk or mini-hike, mostly through woodland, which will take you to the start of the Planfaé canyoning route; it’s not difficult, even though the start is steep and in full sun.
