Uncover Pierrefeu, Alpes-Maritimes: Provence's hidden gem

This massive mountain plays the role of sentry of the high valleys and offers the visitor a look of exceptional magnitude. The trail starts shortly after the center of the village from Nice. 1- 1- Take a right turn on an asphalt track. Continue on a path passing behind some houses via the beacon 32. The trail rises quietly before winding up a bit. Continue climbing to an intersection 4 km from this point. 2- Turn off to the left as indicated at the beacon 8, then climb to the summit crest of Mont-Vial, which is easily reached via the beacon 285. 3- The return is made by the same itinerary.

This hike is an opportunity to come back to the rich agricultural past of Plan des Noves, former "granary" of the Vençois country. Panoramic peaks and canyon are waiting for you! From the Plan des Noves car park, go down slightly on the GR®51 until you reach the marker 65. 1- Take the path on the left to follow the circuit of Plan des Noves, until the marker 65a. 2- Turn right on the path (PR), 400 m further to the intersection turn left again on the path (PR) to gradually reach the ascent to the ridge. Go past the remarkable ruined sheepfold and continue 500 m to the crossroads. 3- Go down on the right on the path of "Mangia Pan" to find a track to reach the intersection. 4- Take the path on the right to return to point 1. Take the path used to go back to the Plan des Noves car park.

The path overhangs and then crosses the Besseuges stream, which marked the ancient border between Provence and the County of Nice, and then you reach the end of the world.

20 km of bird’s flight separate the summit (1,778 m) from the Mediterranean. This exceptional situation offers a sumptuous panorama! From the Faisse car park, take the D2 road to reach the marker 30 marking the start of the trail. 1- Take the GR®4 to an intersection marked by the marker 193. 2- Turn left, cross the bars of Cheiron and reach the beacon 194.3- Engage full east in this open landscape and follow the crests of Cheiron. When the ski lifts appear, the peak of Cheiron will not be very far. 4- The return is made by the same itinerary.

In the foothills of the Gourdan mountain, you can discover the small Saint Saturnin chapel and a magnificent panoramic view of the Chanan valley, the mountains of Miolans, Cheiron and Mount Vial.

A forest walk through the little Siberia of the Southern Alps.

When reaching Gourdon, a hilltop village labeled the most beautiful village in France, the hairpin bends more and more aery, increase between terraced crops. The way to heaven! From the car park, go along the cemetery and continue on the Chemin de Bessurane (GR®51) until the Saint-Claude chapel. 1- Take a sharp left on a paved road and then engage immediately left on the trail that rises abruptly. Go along the fences and through a woodland until an intersection. 2- At the sign-post 302, take the right path that leads to the Canal du Loup. Walk on the mountainside on a large platform and cross the small bridge of the Gourdon valley. Remain on the flat area and come out on the Chemin du Paradis. 3- Follow it to the left (GR®51). Reach the Foulon aqueduct, then climb many aery switchbacks and reach Gourdon. 4- Visit the picturesque streets of the village, then go back down until the canal du Loup by the same route. In point 3, turn left and continue down the Chemin du Paradis. Come out on the road of the old railway. 5- Make a sharp right and return to Bar-sur-Loup. 1km further, take the Chemin des Fontaites to the right. And return to the car park of the cemetery.

The 2nd stage of the weekend in Entrevaux country takes you back to Entrevaux via Ubac d'Amirat and the village of Castellet-Saint-Cassien.

Leaving Entrevaux, classified as one of France's most beautiful villages, the trail passes the hermitage of St Jean du Désert, before reaching the hamlet of Ourges via the St Jean ravine. Past the St Joseph bridge, you reach Le Feït via a balcony.

Set along the river, the buildings and their history await you: the power plant, the wash house and the mills, of course!

Take advantage of the Var River rapids to try an action-filled white water activity!  TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE VAR RIVER RAPIDS TO TRY AN ACTION-FILLED WHITE WATER ACTIVITY! Located between the sea and the mountains, under the sun of the Savel Plateau, you will be equipped and briefed before arriving at the departure point located higher up the river where you will board your canoe either alone or with a partner. The canoe’s are rigid or inflatable rafts that are sturdy and easy to navigate whether in autonomy or accompanied by a guide.  Enjoy a 90 minutes descent (10km) rich in adrenaline-fueled emotions in the heart of one of the most beautiful valley’s in the region. You will come across a number of rapids on this active and lively river. At the end of the descent, take some time to relax by taking a refreshing swim in the heart of nature before heading back to the departure point by mini-bus.

Have a heart-pumping experience in an untamed environment during a day of canyoning in the Gours du Ray! HAVE A HEART-PUMPING EXPERIENCE IN AN UNTAMED ENVIRONMENT DURING A DAY OF CANYONING IN THE GOURS DU RAY. Located at the higher end of the Loup Gorges, the Gours du Ray is known for its beauty and untamed character, far from large inflows of tourists. With your guide, make the most of this athletic activity adapted for all levels. Combine all the elements necessary for an exciting adventure: waterfalls, natural water slides, swimming in white water and rappelling. Dive into the crystal clear water of the Gours du Ray and enjoy a pleasant, nature-filled day of discovery and thrills!

An unforgettable ride through the Haut Pays Niçois and Haute Provence on the steam Train des Pignes or the locomotive. From the land of the olive tree to that of the chestnut tree, via Entrevaux and its citadel, immerse yourself in the charm of travel in days gone by. Retro ambience on the "Micheline" of the 1930s: - from December to April as well as September 20 and 21, November 2 from Puget Théniers to Annot - August 5 to 10 from Saint André to Thorame The Steam Train runs on all other dates. Several themed trains are proposed for 2025: Dance Train: May 4 Music Train: June 22 European Heritage Day: September 20 and 21 Olive Train: October 12 Halloween Train: October 26 and local events Saint Fortunat festival in Annot: May 18 Chestnut Festival at Le Fugeret: November 8

Treat yourself to an athletic experience in nature during a rock-climbing session in the Loup Gorges! TREAT YOURSELF TO AN ATHLETIC EXPERIENCE IN NATURE DURING A ROCK-CLIMBING SESSION IN THE LOUP GORGES! Located on the river bank in a natural and preserved area, the Loup Gorges are renowned for their cliffs which are perfect for rock climbing. Spend half a day with your experienced monitor who will give you all the necessary advice and information for a successful rock-climbing session. You will be accompanied throughout the stages of your ascent so you can climb in complete safety. Scale cliffs measuring 8 to 20 metres high (26 to 65 feet) and enjoy this highly athletic experience that will get your heart racing!

Enjoy a river hiking in the Loup Gorges – thrills guaranteed! ENJOY A RIVER HIKING IN THE LOUP GORGES – THRILLS GUARANTEED! The Loup Gorges, with its wild nature and crystal clear water, are adapted for all levels. Accompanied by an enthusiastic guide, combine all the elements necessary for an exciting adventure: hikes, waterfalls, natural water slides and swimming in white water. Immerse yourself in this entirely natural environment and make the most of the adrenaline-filled experience of the river hike!

Set off on a Segway tour along the coastline and take in the panoramic sea views! This culture-packed and fun-filled route is sure to please! Seasonal activity: offer available May to September only VISIT NICE AND ITS SPECTACULAR COASTLINE DURING THIS COMPREHENSIVE TOUR DEPARTING FROM NICE! Upon arrival, you'll receive a 15-minute lesson from your guide to help you feel comfortable on your Segway. The tour begins with a ride along the famous seafront boulevard Promenade des Anglais. Next, you'll visit to the port, from which you carry on along the coast until you reach the seaside village of Villefranche-sur-Mer, located 15km from Nice. Enjoy half an hour of free time in Villefranche-sur-Mer, to take in the views and have a drink at a café. On your way back to Nice, your tour will wrap up with a ride along the Moyenne Corniche, which offers breathtaking views of the French Riviera! A unique photo documentary of your Segway introduction and tour will be offered to you at the end of the activity, and you can keep the recording as a souvenir of your time in Nice! This entertaining tour combines nature, spectacular views and loads of fun!

Explore the streets of Nice and surrounding area on a Segway during a two-hour guided tour. This culture-packed and fun-filled route is sure to please! TAKE THIS FUN 2-HOUR TOUR OF NICE AND DISCOVER ALL THE SECRETS ITS STREETS HOLD! Your guide will take you to all of the must-see sights that make Nice the capital of the French Riviera. You'll receive a 15-minute lesson from your guide to help you feel comfortable on your Segway. The tour will start in Vieux Nice, the city's old town. Next, you'll head to the famous seafront boulevard Promenade des Anglais, visit the port and see the magnificent fountains and gardens around Nice. Then, you'll make a stop at Place Massena, aculltural hub located between Vieux Nice and the Promenade des Anglais. Your tour will end at the Colline du Château, where you can visit Place Garibaldi and go shopping in this well-known neighbourhood full of antique shops. A unique photo documentary of your Segway introduction and tour will be offered to you at the end of the activity, and you can keep the recording as a souvenir of your time in Nice! Take this entertaining tour and admire the panoramic views as you discover the capital city of the French Riviera!

Cruise through the city's many streets and take in all of Nice's unmissable sights on this fun and entertaining Segway tour! THE SEGWAY IS A UNIQUE WAY TO DISCOVER NICE AND ITS MUST-SEE SIGHTS IN JUST 1 HOUR! Your guide will take you along a route specially designed for beginners which takes in all the city's greatest sights. You'll receive a 15-minute lesson from your guide to help you feel comfortable driving your Segway. Your 45-minute guided tour will then start in Vieux Nice, the city's historic centre. Next, you'll head to the famous seafront boulevard Promenade des Anglais, where you can admire the magnificent fountains and gardens. You'll then stop off at Place Massena, a real cultural hub that's located between Vieux Nice and the Promenade des Anglais. A unique photo documentary of your Segway introduction and tour will be offered to you at the end of the activity, and you can keep the recording as a souvenir of your time in Nice! Take this entertaining tour and admire the panoramic views as you discover the capital of the French Riviera!

Come and try a typical American meal at the Hard Rock Cafe! COME AND TRY A TYPICAL AMERICAN MEAL AT THE HARD ROCK CAFE! Located on the Promenade des Anglais with sea views, the Hard Rock Cafe offers delicious, copious American meals. You can choose between two menus: the GOLD MENU or the DIAMOND MENU, which  are composed of either a 2 or 3 courses (starter &/or main + dessert) and a drink (soft drink, coffee or tea). You can also make the most of the Rock Wall Solo, an interactive wall that lets you find out all about the Hard Rock Cafe brand, its souvenirs and its restaurants all over the world. Come and enjoy a meal with the family or with friends at the Hard Rock Cafe! 

Follow Samuel on a bike and take in the stunning view of the Baie de Villefranche and the villas of the billionaires!  FOLLOW SAMUEL ON A BIKE AND TAKE IN THE STUNNING VIEW OF THE BAIE DE VILLEFRANCHE AND THE VILLAS OF THE BILLIONAIRES! You will meet Samuel, your local guide, and set off in a small group towards Villefranche. You will cross the Port of Nice and catch sight of impressive villas dating from the Belle Epoque and belonging to millionaires in the Cap de Nice. On your journey along the Côte d'Azur, Samuel will suggest various stops to take in the panoramic view over the bay. You will wind your way through the colourful maze of narrow streets in the fishing village of Villefranche and explore an astonishing medieval fortress with modern art sculptures. You will also enjoy a delicious tasting of local specialities. On the day, Samuel will give you the option to carry on your journey until Cap Ferrat.

In addition to offering a breathtaking panorama, Mount Vial also has a geodesic point. It is a point whose position on the Earth has been determined precisely by using triangulation. This method consists in measuring the angles between this point and other reference points whose position is known.

The 360 ° viewpoint offers one of the most majestic panoramas of the Préalpes d'Azur Regional Natural Park. To the south is the blue line of the Mediterranean, and sometimes the mirage of Corsica appears on the horizon. Make a U-turn on yourself and the entire chain of Mercantour opens to you!

Built at an altitude of 834 m at the foot of Mont-Vial, Revest-Les-Roches appears as a real sentry opening on a vast panorama from the Alps Chains to the Mediterranean coast. Made up of small, tight houses, this small city marries a rugged ground where the rock is omnipresent.

Beautifully restored, the building contains paintings dating from 1647, painted for the artist vençois Jacques Vianey. The church also contains a stoup dating from the XII century and XIII th century whose carved stone represents a face.

For 7 centuries, the two villages formed a single commune called "Tourette-Revest", sharing the vicissitudes of occupation and successive wars. Passing from the Eastern House to the House of Savoy; then from the Kingdom of Sardinia to definitive attachment to France in 1860; The Community will break up in 1871 to become two distinct villages: Tourette-du-Château and Revest les Roches.

From its Latin name Gyps fulvus, the Griffon Vulture is very present near Mont-Vial and its steep cliffs. You can admire this raptor with a wingspan of up to 2.65 m He uses updrafts to hover for hundreds of miles in search of food.

The Cheiron summit offers an exceptional panorama. To the south we discover the Côte d'Azur from Cap Camarat (Saint-Tropez) to Mont Agel (Monaco) passing the Lérins Islands. In the north, the peaks bordering the Italian border are identified from Menton to Haute Tinée. With a little luck, we can see the mountains of Corsica off the Mediterranean..

The Griffon Vulture is one of the largest raptors in France that can reach nearly 3 m wingspan for a weight of 6 to 7 kg. Like all scavengers, vultures recycle corpses and thus participate in the great life cycle. If luck is with you, you will be able to see it at Cheiron's summit.

From his latin name, Parnassuis Appolo, the Apollo is a large butterfly with a wingspan of 35 to 40 mm. These wings represent red and black drawings and ocelli that appear as decoys for their predators.

The crimson-purple colour of the flowers of this geranium of its Latin name, Geranium sanguineu, prevents any confusion with other species. Its leaves are cut into strips and turn red in autumn, hence the hint of blood. This plant from June to September, likes dry and hot soils.

Located on the village square with a terrace in the sun or in the shade, this small restaurant offers tasty and generous cuisine. A traditional and local menu, daily specials, a nice selection of meats. Customers appreciate: “Good value for money / succulent pasta and meats / excellent and fast service / heated covered terrace”

The Lou'Bar wine/dining bar has expanded its walls to offer market cuisine with a southern accent. Refined dishes, an à l'ardoise menu and gourmet menus...

Organic and natural wine cellar / dining cellar: Pierre, our village sommelier, offers almost 400 references of wines, beers and ciders - Sale of local produce - Dishes on the slate - Charcuterie / cheese plancha. To take away or enjoy on site.

In this authentic village inn, the gourmet cuisine of the chef, a disciple of Escoffier, is based on local and seasonal produce. An address for gourmets to savour. Dishes and desserts changed daily.

In a retro and family atmosphere, this bar restaurant with terrace welcomes you at the entrance of the village. A varied menu: organic vegetables from local agriculture, vegetarian dishes, wok, Mediterranean cuisine, French meat, octopus a la plancha.

Located at the entrance to the Provençal village on the banks of the Loup, this restaurant has a beautiful terrace with an outdoor kitchen and a warm indoor dining room. A daily season pass. Barbecue specialties: fish, meat and vegetables.

This restaurant welcomes you for lunch and dinner 7 days a week: all-you-can-eat mussels and paella, but also giant pizzas. The Festival de la Moule also provides group meals and a takeaway service.

A reference on the seaside with a choice of 30 classic and original pizzas and bruschettas. Also a traditional and Mediterranean menu to be enjoyed on the terrace next to the beach. Takeaway and delivery from Antibes to St Laurent.

Located on the beach with a view of the sea, Rosy Beach offers quality Mediterranean cuisine based on fresh produce, and a menu consisting of salads, homemade Italian pasta, wood-fired pizzas, fish of the day, garnished meats...

Family campsite at 8 km from the sea, 15 km from Italy, 15 km from Monaco. Quiet, semi-shaded, 100m from the village. Regular bus service, ideal for hiking, pleasant setting between sea and mountains. Supermarket, bar and restaurants in the village. Nearby activities: climbing, hiking, mountain biking. Motorhome access from April to end of June and from September to October 15. No camper vans between July and August. Longeur camping-car max 6 m

Listed by Gîtes ruraux de France, near the GR 52 and the Col St Bernard, the Farm offers a natural camping area for tents and a dormitory with single beds. Catering by reservation.

On the French Riviera, 500 m from the coastal village of Castellar (altitude 380 m), three spacious guest rooms open their doors all year round. Our rooms, all air-conditioned, offer comfortable bedding and a private bathroom in a different setting for each. An independent access guarantees you the greatest tranquility. You will be delighted by the breakfasts served under the arbour on summer days in individual tables or in the common dining room in winter period. You will enjoy the swimming pool and the shade of the fig trees to fill your moments of relaxation.

Looking for a change of scenery? Try a total change of scenery at only 1h30 from Nice. In Annot, in the heart of the forest, the gite de Roncharel welcomes you for an immersion in the heart of the nature of the Verdon and Vaïre valleys to discover another South. Its comfortable rooms, from 2 to 8 beds, will allow you to share unforgettable moments. A library and a game room are at the disposal of the guests, as well as a relaxation area in the garden and outdoor games, offering you a moment of relaxation while enjoying a panoramic view of the Annot sandstone and the Vaïre valley. The Gite is located at an altitude of 1300 meters, at the crossroads of many walks and hikes including the GR Traversée des Préalpes and the GRP Pays de la Vaire. For mountain bike lovers, the Gite is close to the Transverdon. Moreover, several other activities are offered to you around the Gite : heritage excursions, climbing in the Annot sandstone, mountain biking, horse riding, white water sports, water sports (the Castillon lake is 30 minutes away), botanical discoveries, wildlife observation.

Spacious and quiet rooms overlooking a provençal garden. swimming pool with natural maintenance and an eco-bel. spacious and quiet rooms overlooking a provencal garden. swimming pool with natural maintenance and environmental practices rewarded rewarded by an eco-bel.

Gîte La Cigale Jaune in the heart of Provence, ideally located between sea and mountains, near Cannes, Nice and Saint-Tropez, in the Pays de Fayence. Sleeps 4 people. Label Accueil vélo

Located in a beautiful property, Chantal and Daniel offer you 4 houses in the south: the red cicada : 2 to 4 pers- the cicada blue and the yellow: 2 to 6 pers and welcome you with pleasure in their little Provence, located in the Pays de Fayence

Municipal service area for camping cars 2 pitches, quiet, close to shops Bottom of the village Near tennis courts and swimming pool

Family hotel with outdoor pool and large terrace, at the foot of the village. This establishment has been awarded the "Accueil vélo" label and welcomes cycling tourists.

Charming hotel in a former oil mill nestled in a large wooded park 10 minutes from the village.