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Vallée des Merveilles walks
The tour of the Cime des Verrairiers via the Refuge des Merveilles
Visorando Member
10.18 mi
+4,334 ft
-4,360 ft
8h 25
Difficult
Departure from Belvédère (Alpes-Maritimes)
This beautiful circular route takes you from valley to valley, each time revealing a new landscape, from a wild valley to the lakes around the Refuge des Merveilles in a stunning rocky setting.
Lac des Mesches - Refuge des Merveilles - Lac des Mesches
9.09 mi
+2,484 ft
-2,454 ft
7 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Tende (Alpes-Maritimes)
This hike takes you through the Vallon de la Minière and then the exceptional site of the Vallée des Merveilles.
Refuge des Merveilles - Refuge de Nice
5.43 mi
+2,543 ft
-2,201 ft
4h 45
Difficult
Departure from Tende (Alpes-Maritimes)
This itinerary allows you to discover the wonders of this valley. In particular, the famous engravings such as Christ, the Tribal Chief and the Altar Rock. But be careful, these areas are monitored!
Cime des Lacs
11.53 mi
+3,753 ft
-3,737 ft
8h 35
Difficult
Departure from Tende (Alpes-Maritimes)
This summit, which rises just opposite the Refuge des Merveilles, lives up to its name. 360° panoramic view of a dozen lakes and the main peaks of the Vallée des Merveilles: Mont Bégo, Grand Capelet, Cime du Diable.
Mont des Merveilles
5.54 mi
+3,297 ft
-3,297 ft
5h 25
Difficult
Departure from Belvédère (Alpes-Maritimes)
Mont des Merveilles or Caïre des Conques is a peak located between the Vallée des Merveilles and the Vallée de la Gordolasque.
This hike from Pont du Countet will take you up Pas de l'Arpette via Vallon d'Empuonrame.
On the agenda: beautiful panoramic views of several lakes and the peaks of the Mercantour, as well as encounters with chamois and marmots if you're lucky.
Mercantour route via the GR®52
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.
Le Grand Capelet and the Vallée des Merveilles
9.30 mi
+5,174 ft
-5,167 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Belvédère (Alpes-Maritimes)
A demanding hike through steep terrain to reach the summit of the Grand Capelet, offering a 360° panorama from the Mediterranean to the Argentera, and a return via the famous Vallée des Merveilles, allowing you to discover some of the rock carvings in the area.
This circular route is very long and very difficult; it is reserved for seasoned mountaineers.
Refuge des Merveilles - Baisse de Camp
8.26 mi
+1,946 ft
-3,150 ft
5h 30
Difficult
Departure from Tende (Alpes-Maritimes)
The fifth stage ofthe GR®52, where southern landscapes give way to mountain scenery. Challenging due to its elevation gain, this stage follows the old Italian border, where you’ll discover numerous military remains. Notably at Authion, where one of the last battles in France took place, resulting in the deaths of 273 French soldiers just a few weeks before the armistice of 8 May 1945. The views here are fabulous.
Mont Bego and Grand Capelet
12.32 mi
+6,532 ft
-6,526 ft
11h 20
Very difficult
Departure from Belvédère (Alpes-Maritimes)
This magnificent circular will take you to the two main peaks of the Vallée des Merveilles: Mont du Grand Capelet and Mont Bego. You will encounter numerous chamois around the Pas de l'Arpette and Lac Autier.
From the Refuge des Merveilles to L'Authion via the Pas du Diable
6.11 mi
+1,850 ft
-2,159 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Tende (Alpes-Maritimes)
A beautiful classic route on theGR®®52. As you progress along this three-part itinerary, you will appreciate the beauty of the lakes up to the Pas du Diable, then the very chaotic landscape at the foot of the Cime du Diable and Mont Capelet Supérieur. Finally, after the Baisse Cavaline, you will enter a more Mediterranean setting to discover the Authion massif, a historic site during the end of the Second World War.
Mont des Merveilles and Grand Capelet from Gordolasque
7.40 mi
+4,465 ft
-4,465 ft
6 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Belvédère (Alpes-Maritimes)
This hike is mostly off-trail, with significant elevation gain, and is reserved for experienced walkers. The view from the summit of Grand Capelet, at the crossroads of the Gordolasque, Merveilles and Valmasque valleys, is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful in the Mercantour.Please take note of the practical information.
Le Grand Capelet
14.01 mi
+4,370 ft
-4,390 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Tende (Alpes-Maritimes)
Le Grand Capelet enjoys a privileged position, offering panoramic views over the Roya and Vésubie valleys.The hike is quite challenging, but once you reach your destination, you will be rewarded with a superb panorama.