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The Belvédère de Séréna via Mont Viroulet
Visorando Member 
7.59 mi
+2,385 ft
-2,375 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from Valdeblore (Alpes-Maritimes)
A beautiful hike in a very shady forest environment, best done in spring or during the warmer months, where you can enjoy this area rich in fir and spruce trees. Finally, enter the fortified village through the old ogival gate to discover what is certainly the oldest of the three villages of Valdeblore.
Saint-Dalmas de Valdeblore – Le Boréon
Visorando Member 
12.91 mi
+4,491 ft
-3,720 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Valdeblore (Alpes-Maritimes)
Second stage of the route and first stage on theGR®52. A long 21km stage taking in the Col de Veillos, numerous lakes, the Col du Barn, the Vacherie du Collet and the Col de Salèse, ending at a place called Le Boréon.
A spectacular stage thanks to its landscapes and views, but very difficult.
Caïre Gros
Visorando Member 
6.51 mi
+2,270 ft
-2,254 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Valdeblore (Alpes-Maritimes)
A magnificent viewpoint, the summit of Caïre Gros, between the Tinée and Vésubie valleys, offers superb views of the Franco-Italian mountain range and the main peaks of the Mercantour.
Mont Pepoiri, Petoumier and Lacs de Millefonts
Visorando Member 
12.11 mi
+5,696 ft
-5,669 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Valdeblore (Alpes-Maritimes)
This is a beautiful circuit that allows you to discover the Baus de la Frema and Mont Pétoumier with incredible views of the Argentera and Gélas massifs, then the Lacs de Millefonts with the final climb to Mont Pépoiri, which offers an extraordinary panorama of the entire Mercantour and the middle country.
Ascent of Baus de la Frema
Visorando Member 
4.46 mi
+1,982 ft
-1,988 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Valdeblore (Alpes-Maritimes)
An easy hike offering beautiful views of the Mercantour Massif and, opposite, the Madone de Fenestre valley. You can extend the hike on the mountain pasture towards the Tête du Brec (2566m).
Around the village of La Bolline in Valdeblore
Visorando Member 4.23 mi
+663 ft
-640 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Valdeblore (Alpes-Maritimes)
This walk around La Bolline, a village in Valdeblore, takes you along pretty paths through wooded valleys. It takes you to the village of La Bolline, the Chapel of Sainte-Croix des Pénitents Blancs, the fountain in Place de Casetto (1857) and the Church of Saint-Jacques-le-Majeur (17th century), as well as the village of La Roche and the Chapel of the Pénitents Noirs de l'Annonciation.
Crossing Mont Pépoiri
Association / Club / Walk leader 
4.59 mi
+2,192 ft
-2,195 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Valdeblore (Alpes-Maritimes)
We offer a hike through the Valdeblore mountain pastures, including the ascent of one of the area’s major peaks, Mont Pépoiri, offering exceptional views across the entire border ridge of the Mercantour massif.Views of Corsica on a clear day.
Cime des Lauses and tour of the Lacs des Millefonts
Visorando Member 
5.81 mi
+2,569 ft
-2,549 ft
4h 55
Difficult
Departure from Valdeblore (Alpes-Maritimes)
Starting from the Millefonts car park, this hike will take you via Lac Petit to Cime des Lauses, a peak offering exceptional views of the Mercantour.
After a section off the marked trail along the Têtes des Margès and Barn ridges, you will reach Col du Barn and descend to the other beautiful lakes of Millefonts: Lac Gros (slightly heart-shaped) and Lac Long (entirely colonised by aquatic plants).
Lacs des Millefonts via the Cols de Ferrière and Barn
Association / Club / Walk leader 5.26 mi
+1,975 ft
-1,972 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Valdeblore (Alpes-Maritimes)
A very beautiful hike in the Colmiane area. No difficulty on this route.
Lacs des Millefonts - Col du Barn
Visorando Member 
4.66 mi
+1,365 ft
-1,362 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Valdeblore (Alpes-Maritimes)
The Millefonts lakes hike will take you to no fewer than five lakes at the foot of the Mercantour. The Col de Barn offers breathtaking views of the Molières valley and the lakes.
Mercantour route via the GR®52
Visorando Member 
65.54 mi
+21,585 ft
-24,639 ft
7 days
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Martin-Vésubie (Alpes-Maritimes)
TheGR® 52 is a route that crosses the Mercantour National Park, through the Alpes-Maritimes from Saint-Dalmas-de-Valdeblore to Menton.
ThisGR® route is very challenging due to the varied terrain and significant elevation changes.
You’ll reach altitudes of up to 2,700m, where you can admire the high-mountain landscapes, flora and fauna. Then, in the second half of the route, you’ll encounter panoramas that are more southern in character but just as extraordinary.
Saint-Martin-de-Vésubie - Saint-Dalmas de Valdeblore
Visorando Member 
4.01 mi
+1,821 ft
-732 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-Vésubie (Alpes-Maritimes)
The GR®52 starts in Saint-Dalmas de Valdeblore. This first stage is a transition to reach the starting point of the GR®.This is a lovely hike that passes through the small resort of La Colmiane and offers a relatively easy climb, following the GR®52 A through the woods for just over 6km.
La Bolline via the Chemin de Rouagne
Visorando Member 
6.31 mi
+2,703 ft
-2,720 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Rimplas (Alpes-Maritimes)
A beautiful hike to discover Valdeblore and the pretty village of La Bolline. This route offers extensive views of La Bolline and La Roche, as well as the Fort de Rimplas.
Route de la Couletta from Rimplas
Visorando Member 
5.20 mi
+1,640 ft
-1,667 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Rimplas (Alpes-Maritimes)
A magnificent hike with breathtaking views, particularly over the Tinée valley; not very long and easy. Allow between 3 and 3½ hours to complete this sublime route, which is perfectly suited to average but fit walkers. Furthermore, there are no navigation difficulties on this well-marked route. In summer, it is best to walk this route in a clockwise direction.
Pointe de Clamia and La Séréna from the village of Marie
Visorando Member 
6.38 mi
+2,625 ft
-2,628 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Marie (Alpes-Maritimes)
This hike is mainly through forest and offers beautiful views of the Alps. The Clamia ridge is a rocky outcrop facing the village of Rimplas, which overlooks the Tinée valley.
The Mont d'Ilonse circuit
Visorando Member 
11.26 mi
+3,747 ft
-3,727 ft
8h 25
Very difficult
Departure from Ilonse (Alpes-Maritimes)
A very pleasant mule track, built by the people of Ilonzo, used for centuries to link the hamlets of Irougne and Le Pous, providing access to farmland and pastures. The path leading to the Col de Fourches is wide but very steep.
The Ilonse circular route via Abéliéra
Visorando Member 
10.53 mi
+3,379 ft
-3,379 ft
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Sauveur-sur-Tinée (Alpes-Maritimes)
A very pretty circular route in the Tinée Valley featuring an abandoned hamlet, magnificent climbs through the woods and breathtaking views of several villages in the area.
Graveirette Lake
Visorando Member 
7.88 mi
+1,982 ft
-1,985 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-Vésubie (Alpes-Maritimes)
This small natural lake is little known to hikers. Surrounded by greenery, it is very pleasant and peaceful.
Walk to Lake Adus
Visorando Member 
3.55 mi
+1,690 ft
-1,713 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-Vésubie (Alpes-Maritimes)
This short walk, mainly through the forest, will take you to a pretty little mountain lake (2,130 m).
It's a good warm-up or an easy goal that can be done with children who are good walkers (be warned, it's still in the mountains, so... it's uphill).
Lac des Adus loop
Visorando Member 
5.05 mi
+1,886 ft
-1,857 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-Vésubie (Alpes-Maritimes)
This short loop takes you past Lac des Adus, then continues a little further towards Pointe des Adus and returns via theGR®52.
Mainly in the forest, it is very pleasant in hot weather, especially as you can swim in the lake.
Lac Nègre and Cime de Frémamorte
Visorando Member 
11.36 mi
+3,894 ft
-3,898 ft
6 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Martin-Vésubie (Alpes-Maritimes)
A very beautiful round trip hike in Haute-Vésubie from the Salèse car park. There are numerous lakes, including the large Lac Nègre, and beautiful panoramic views at the Col de Frémamorte and the peak of the same name.
Lac Nègre - Pas du Préfouns
Visorando Member 
10.53 mi
+3,136 ft
-3,120 ft
7h 35
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-Vésubie (Alpes-Maritimes)
One of the main sites in the Mercantour, Lac Nègre offers the reward of a sudden view of a rocky high mountain landscape that contrasts with the peaceful forest climb that precedes it. The Pas du Préfouns is the viewpoint of the Préfouns valley with the Aiguilles de Questa on the Italian side and the Lac Nègre cirque on the French side.
Tête de Bresse and Cime de Fremamorte via the Vallon de Salèse
Visorando Member 
13.14 mi
+5,072 ft
-5,062 ft
10h 30
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Martin-Vésubie (Alpes-Maritimes)
This is a beautiful French-Italian circuit, partly off-trail (Visorando app or GPS recommended), which allows you to discover different landscapes: the Boréon forest, high-altitude lakes, mineral landscapes and magnificent views of the surrounding peaks.
The Bresses lakes from the Salèse car park
Visorando Member 
10.27 mi
+3,077 ft
-3,071 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Martin-Vésubie (Alpes-Maritimes)
Off the beaten track, these two small lakes in the Mercantour are both beautiful and uncrowded. Here I suggest a circular route that will allow you to avoid descending directly to the Col de Salèse and enjoy a view of Lac Nègre that you don't get when arriving via the traditional route.
A few changes to this route, see reviews.
Caïre Archas
Visorando Member 
6.63 mi
+3,402 ft
-3,396 ft
6h 00
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Martin-Vésubie (Alpes-Maritimes)
A challenging hike with an off-trail finish on Caire Archas, offering panoramic views of Mont Pépoiri, Cime de Frémamorte, Cime Guilié, Mont Pélago and other peaks on the border with Italy.
Lakes Nègre and Graveirette
Visorando Member 8.14 mi
+2,431 ft
-2,405 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-Vésubie (Alpes-Maritimes)
From the Vallon de Salèse car park, there are numerous hiking routes. This one takes you up the valley to the Col de Salèse and then on to two magnificent lakes: Lac Nègre and Lac de Graveirette.
From Saint-Sauveur-sur-Tinée to Roure via the canal
Visorando Member 
5.13 mi
+2,028 ft
-2,041 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Sauveur-sur-Tinée (Alpes-Maritimes)
This route begins in woodland where wild strawberries grow, followed by an unusual, little-used canal, before joining the GR®5. The beautiful village of Roure is well worth a visit: original wash house, fountains, a wealth of renowned local heritage.
Mercantour Peak
Visorando Member 
6.23 mi
+4,078 ft
-4,091 ft
5 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Martin-Vésubie (Alpes-Maritimes)
The secondary summit of the park, to which it gives its name (by mistake, according to legend), the Cime du Mercantour is relatively accessible and offers a pleasant, uncrowded hike.
Please note: the descent to the Vallon des Erps requires caution and is only suitable for experienced walkers.
Lac du Mercantour and Col de Cerise
Visorando Member 
5.71 mi
+3,845 ft
-3,819 ft
6h 00
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Martin-Vésubie (Alpes-Maritimes)
A short but challenging hike in a wild valley in Haute-Vésubie.
Rocky landscape, a pretty lake and a beautiful view of several Italian peaks, including Monte Matto (3,088 m).
Le Boreon - Refuge de Nice
Visorando Member 
10.85 mi
+5,971 ft
-3,678 ft
12 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Martin-Vésubie (Alpes-Maritimes)
The most difficult stage of thisGR®, but the most beautiful for its landscapes, flora and fauna: chamois, marmots, ibex.
After the Pas des Ladres, we chose to take theGR®52via the alternative route that passes close to the Col de Fenestre, then descends to Lac de Fenestre before reaching La Madone de Fenestre.
Three sections are particularly difficult: between Lac de Trecolpas and the Pas des Ladres, the ascent of the Pas du Colomb, and the descent from the Pas du Colomb.
The Rocher de Chastellare, starting from Clans
Visorando Member 
7.10 mi
+2,986 ft
-2,986 ft
5h 50
Difficult
Departure from Clans (Alpes-Maritimes)
An excellent area to prepare for the alpine summer season. Areal pleasure to explore this wooded massif, home to a rich variety of species and one of the most beautiful forests in the Alpes-Maritimes department. This paved slanting street, these terraced walls and these ruins bear witness to an ancient agricultural tradition.
Lac de Trécolpas and return via the Refuge de la Cougourde
Visorando Member 
6.95 mi
+2,293 ft
-2,290 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-Vésubie (Alpes-Maritimes)
This is a fine route with the beautiful Lac de Trécolpas at the foot of the Pas des Ladres.
Please note that following storm Alex, the start of the hike on the right bank is no longer possible and must therefore be made on the left bank.
Bessons Lakes
Visorando Member 
7.06 mi
+3,232 ft
-3,235 ft
6h 05
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Martin-Vésubie (Alpes-Maritimes)
The Bessons Lakes are among the most beautiful and airy in Boréon. The striking glacial relief, with the passage of barriers defending this cirque, is truly awe-inspiring.
Short circular in the Forêt de la Fracha
Visorando Member 4.30 mi
+1,158 ft
-1,138 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Alpes-Maritimes
The hike through the Fracha Forest, starting from the village of Roure, follows a well-marked trail that gradually winds its way up through the larch trees. The route, which is not particularly difficult, offers a moderate elevation gain and regular passages through the undergrowth, ideal for warming up. The viewpoints over the valley allow you to appreciate the Cime de Roubion and the neighbouring ridges, before returning via a comfortable and perfectly marked circular route.
Longon refuge via Mont Autcellier
Visorando Member 
9.13 mi
+3,153 ft
-3,140 ft
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Alpes-Maritimes
A challenging hike. Ascent through the superb larch forest of La Fracha. Most of the route is through forest, except for the climb to Autcellier and Pervoux.
The summit of Castel Vieil from Roquebillière
Visorando Member 
6.38 mi
+2,785 ft
-2,759 ft
5h 20
Difficult
Departure from Roquebillière (Alpes-Maritimes)
A very beautiful hike offering stunning views of the Vésubie Valley. The imposing Villette ridge overlooks the return trail. The route between points (8) and (9) bears witness to an ancestral agricultural past.
Along the Mollières valley
Visorando Member 
10.75 mi
+3,002 ft
-3,002 ft
7h 35
Moderate
Departure from Alpes-Maritimes
A very beautiful hike starting from the Tinée Valley to discover the lost hamlet of Mollières. It is a bit long but has a very gradual climb, making it easily accessible.
Temporary ban in 2023, see notices.
Mont Falourde from Bairols
Visorando Member 
9.16 mi
+2,559 ft
-2,566 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Bairols (Alpes-Maritimes)
Mont Falourde is situated at the junction of the Var and Tinée valleys, and is well worth the detour in its own right. This hike follows some beautiful high-altitude trails, with numerous steep sections offering magnificent panoramic views. The final stretch of the trail runs at the foot of cliffs.
Lake plateau from Bairols with return via the chestnut tree trail.
Association / Club / Walk leader 
5.94 mi
+1,699 ft
-1,696 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Bairols (Alpes-Maritimes)
A lovely autumn hike starting from the medieval hilltop village of Bairols in the middle of the Tinée valley. The climb up to the Col de l'Espalla offers splendid views of the Tinée valley before reaching the lake plateau. The return trip along the chestnut tree trail is also very pleasant and, at this time of year, you can pick up a few chestnuts to roast in a pan in the evening.
The Lantosque elephant via the Crête des Martourins
Visorando Member 
8.77 mi
+3,399 ft
-3,428 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Lantosque (Alpes-Maritimes)
A pleasant hike thanks to its diversity. Wooded areas with different species of trees, beautiful views, ancient trails including the Crête des Martourins, and a finale in this little aquatic paradise where the elephant is located, a swimming spot once known mainly to the people of Lantosquois and its surroundings.
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