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Hiking with views of Menton Bay and surrounding mountains, from Mount Razet (1,285 m) Maginot works of “la Pierre Pointue” where blockhouses, galleries, casemates or other turrets literally fill the ground From the Col de Castillon car park (730 m), follow on foot (north) the small road reserved for the residents of the Biatonéa district. A path soon rises to the left above a few houses; take it to a flat area and continue the ascent along a wide path with a steep gradient, which is followed by a winding path that winds through the cliffs of Mont Roulabre. You reach a fork in the road (1,168 m - b.92) just below the Scuvion drop; from here, head south on a quasi-horizontal crossing that leads via beacon 93 to the southern shoulder of Mount Razet where the "Pierre Pointue" (1,176 m) stands, a grey limestone tooth surrounded by military works. It is possible from this point to climb to the summit of Mont Razet (orientation table) by a small confidential path (b.93a); in this case add 110 m of ascent for 30 minutes of walking back and forth. Go back to marker 93, then descend on a beautiful winding path that runs through scree at the foot of a system of limestone bars. An oak grove precedes the abandoned countryside of Fontanelle, then come the first houses of the Biatonéa district where you find the small road followed on the way up.

Castillon-Sainte Agnès by the forest trail (2h one way): It starts at the Col de Castillon, on the site of the ruins of two old villages. Walking is easy on this old mule track.

A sporty hike in the heart of the Mercantour Park, the summit of Mangiabo offers a splendid 360° panorama over the high peaks of the Eastern Mercantour, the border summits, and the sea from San Remo to the Cap d'Antibes and the Estérel massif to the southwest. The itinerary is entirely in the heart of the Mercantour park, and is subject to its regulations. 1) Coming from Breil, take the 1st track on the right, just after the Brouis pass (879 m), ball. 124. Continue straight on, and park at the level of the old barracks and blockhouses. 2) Bal. 125, start the ascent to the Baisse de Levens (1093 m), bal. 139. 3) Turn right at the drop, the route follows the rising ridge line. 4) In large, steeply sloping pastures, the path bends to the right, and crosses crosses the slope to reach the next ridge line. Then, with Then, with a few big laces, join the ridge at marker 144 (1777 m). 5) Another 5 minutes on the ridge to reach the summit (1821 m), marked by a large cairn. 6) Return by the same route. NB: it is possible to reach the summit of Mangiabo from Sospel by the GR 52, and from Moulinet.

Beautiful hike starting from the Col de Brouis between Breil sur Roya and Sospel.

Superb ridge walk on a track, technically easy and short. Arrival at the top of Mount Grazian, breathtaking 360° view of the sea to the south and the eastern end of the Mercantour with Mount Bego and the Marguareis massif to the extreme north-east. Park at the Col de Brouis, altitude 879 m, located between Sospel and Breil-sur-Roya on the RD 2204. The view is already magnificent, with the village of Saorge clinging to the steep slopes opposite you on the north side. You can also choose to cycle to the Col de Brouis from Breil on the RD 2204, or on the GR 52A, or from Sospel. Marker 124. Take the track that leaves on the north side to the left of the inn. It will pass quickly to the south. Continue straight ahead (do not take the track that goes left towards the antennas and the cime du Bosc). You follow the GR52 A route up to the marker 119 at the Col de Paula. There, the GR will go down on the right by a path, You take the right track. (The track on the left leads to the very pretty perched hamlet of Piene-Haute: on the way back you can choose to make a detour to visit this eagle's nest, its churches and chapel and its castle, and enjoy the breathtaking view). Along the way you will see some old border markers. A few hairpin bends and you are at the top of Mount Grazian, which dominates Sospel and its fields, nothing stopping your vision, Mount Grazian being an isolated summit. Return by the same route. Remember to take water, the route is in full sun. Avoid the hottest hours of the day in midsummer; in summer, early mornings or evenings are best.

Itinerary of walk around the village of Castillon Start: Castillon Village Arrival: Castillon via Saint Antonin. Take the staircase to the left, arriving at the parking lot of the Arcades du Serre, a path starts on the left in an undergrowth, crosses a valley, then goes up under the chestnut trees. Arriving on the little road of the place called «Le Remegon», follow it on the right, at the end of the track take a path passing between two properties. It descends to the ruins of the chapel of Saint Antonin, the return is made on a small paved road passing in front of the hotel restaurant «La Bergerie», at the bottom of the village.

A nice walk round-trip in the paths, in the middle of nature. Departure: Castillon Village Arrival: The old village at the Col de Castillon, and back. Take the staircase which is to the left when arriving at the parking lot of Arcades du Serre, a path starts on the left in an undergrowth, crosses a valley, then climbs under the chestnut trees. Arriving on the small road of the place called «Les Remégons», turn left, follow this paved road up to a departmental that one crosses, opposite is a cement slope going down to a house, take it for a few meters and then go down on a path that is to the left of this track, cross a small stream and follow this path with a gentle uphill slope, following the natural curve of the valley. When you arrive on a paved road, continue to the left at no. 5824, climb the cement slope that leads to a property, just before the gate, climb a very high step to the left and take the path that leads to the old village.

Medium hike, often in undergrowth, with a section on the road at the start.

Nice walk along the GR510 to reach Sospel. We recommend you hike from Breil to Piène Haute, then continue to Sospel (7h30 total). Depart from Piene Haute via the D193 westward then descend via a stony chelin via the GR 510 (tag 440). After the Saint Jérôme chapel, the path narrows along olive groves. Leave the cultivated lands and while remaining vaguely on the crest, join the D93 (markers 441 and 442) about thirty meters from the Italian border. Follow the road for 300m and take a descending steep path that avoids a bend. Another 100m of tar, then take on the right (tag 443) a path which winds in a ledge above the Bévéra and which is equipped with a botanical path through the town of Sospel. We soon reach the Caï bridge over which the Nice-Cuneo railway line crossed. Go under the bridge, cross the valley of Basséra and go up to the other end of the Pont de Caï. From the bridge, take a dirt road that climbs to the right and join the D93 which you take to the bridge over the Nieya stream where you enter a shaded path that avoids a wide bend in the road. This path then heads towards the farm of Saint Gervais where it crosses the buildings while widening. It continues in the form of a dirt road which is covered with tar as it approaches the D2204. Take this route to Sospel.

Beautiful route towards the top of Gariglian with a panoramic view of the Mercantour valley and the entire Mediterranean coast from Menton to Nice. From the Gorbio car park, head north-west of the Rank valley via a paved path. After passing the DFCI Valmour trail, continue your ascent to reach the trail. Once arrived at the small source of Romin, follow the mule track which arrives on the right bank of the valley. Soon the landscape changes and the forest will welcome you to its lairs. Around the Col de la Madone and near the limestone fortress of Baudon, you will have to take the opposite direction to reach the Cabanelles plateau. Cross the summit of Galian, begin the descent on the lower Cabanelles to be able to take the path that will lead you to the Col de la Coupière. To return to Gorbio, you will have to take a northerly direction which will lead to a concrete path of one km.

The bridge over the Bévéra river has been attested on the road between Nice and the Piemont as early as the 13th century. Temporary exhibitions take place inside the Pont-Vieux. For any information, contact the tourist information office of Sospel Partly rebuilt in the 16th and 17th centuries, only the lower part of the pile remains from medieval age. The watchtower was inhabited and housed a shop until 1960. The two arches were destroyed by the Germans in october 1944 and then rebuilt faithfully to the original in 1951.

Summit overlooking Sospel and Breil sur Roya, it culminates at 1821 meters. Many hikes are possible. Departure of the walks from the Col de Brouis.

Fortification part of the Maginot line. It is a small artillery work that aimed to prohibit the Brouis pass connecting the Roya valley to the north and the Bévéra valley to the south. Built close to the Col de Brouis fort, these barracks housed the troops responsible for the artillery and operation of this structure, as well as soldiers from the outposts at cime du Bosc and Cougoule. During the fighting for the liberation of Breil-sur-Roya in April 1945, the Germans dug in and inflicted heavy losses on the Free French of the 1st DFL. Severely damaged by shells and bombs, the fort was abandoned to the army.

879m pass at the Sospel departement, arriving at Breil sur Roya. Rich in history, there are barracks of the Maginot line.

Wishing to pay homage to the men of the 1st DFL who died to liberate the region (cf. Fort du Col de Brouis), the municipality of Breil sur Roya erected a monument on the Col de Brouis.

The No. 15 Menton-Castillon-Sospel bus service departs from the Bus station and reaches the village of Castillon in around 30 minutes. Timetables available online: www.zestbus.fr, at Menton Bus Station and in Tourist Offices. The bus continues towards Sospel

Located along the old Savoyard salt road, the Notre-Dame des Grâces chapel is halfway between the village and the Brouis pass. As an epidemic of plague ravages Breil-sur Roya, the inhabitants go to implore the Virgin at the sanctuary of Rocaforte de Mondovi. They commit themselves, if the plague ceases, to raise a chapel on the path through which the plague has arrived. Their wish granted, they build this chapel also called Notre Dame des Neiges, and seal a plaque indicating: "Comm. communitas Brelii, tempore pestis 1631, Augt. votum feisset, quod intercessione, ss Marie Virginis, arque Rosalie et Roch, libera fuit", "The community of Breil at the time of the plague of 1631 had made a vow on August 5, because, through the intercession of the Most Blessed Virgin Mary, of Saint Rosalie and Saint Roch, she was set free". Several ex-voto and a pair of crutches testify and wishes granted.

Dedicated to Saint Elizabeth, the seat of the Penitent's Brotherhood of Piène-Haute, reactivated in 2015, it is located in the hamlet square and is part of the urban fabric. It is likely that its construction pre-dates its late painted decorations. The chapel of the Visitation dedicated to Saint Elizabeth, located on the hamlet square, is the headquarters of the Pénitents bancs de Piène brotherhood, which was reactivated in 2015. The building is inserted into the urban fabric and adopts the volume of the small neighboring houses. The short nave features a very small gallery and rustic side stalls. The painted decorations on the vault are late 19th-century neo-Gothic. The origins of the Pénitents blancs chapel are not known. The Monuments Historiques department dates the chapel to the 19th century, as does its decoration, but it is likely that the construction and its vocation pre-existed this late decoration. The interior design, inspired by late 19th-century neo-Gothic style, is interesting. The stalls and attributes of the penitents are still in place.

The hamlet of Piène Haute has 60 inhabitants in the winter and 150 in the summer. The ruins of the old castle testify to its age. Its name «Piène Haute» has sparked many debates during this long history. Primitively “Penna” and then “Penna Alta” (some translate «Piène Haute») it has turned into «Piena» not to confuse it with another «Penna», located in Abruzzo. The name of Piène Haute was definitively retained in 1947 when it came to France. The hamlet of Piène-Haute (600 m altitude) is relatively isolated due to its original military location (a medieval Genoese stronghold). Access by road was only created after the village became part of France. The village overlooks the Roya on a 200m-high cliff, with a very wide view of the Mercantour peaks and the sea. The village as a whole is spectacular, both for its linear layout and for the well-preserved homogeneity of its appearance. The church of Saint-Marc, a Historic Monument, features Baroque Ligurian decoration from the early 18th century. The Chapel of the White Penitents (Monuments Historiques) has preserved its neo-Gothic decor from the late 19th century. The small houses in the hamlet, like the roads, are carefully maintained and planted with flowers by the locals, who maintain a pleasant overall unity. Château de Piène-Haute (private) is a former Genoese stronghold of medieval origin (11th-17th centuries), built on a rocky ridge at the end of the hamlet, overlooking the Roya.

Built at the beginning of the 18th century, the main façade dominates a small square at the end of the hamlet. Its chevet and presbytery are founded on a sheer cliff 200 m above the Roya. A narrow rocky passage leads to the old castle, to the north.

The bridge over the Bévéra river has been attested on the road between Nice and the Piemont as early as the 13th century. Temporary exhibitions take place inside the Pont-Vieux. For any information, contact the tourist information office of Sospel Partly rebuilt in the 16th and 17th centuries, only the lower part of the pile remains from medieval age. The watchtower was inhabited and housed a shop until 1960. The two arches were destroyed by the Germans in october 1944 and then rebuilt faithfully to the original in 1951.

Summit overlooking Sospel and Breil sur Roya, it culminates at 1821 meters. Many hikes are possible. Departure of the walks from the Col de Brouis.

Col de Castillon. Site of two ancient villages of Castillon, with the remains of the old church. A loop allows to make the tour of the old village. Magnificent panoramic view. Starting point of hikes and pass appreciated by cyclists. "Castillionum" was created in 1157 by the Consuls of Sospel to protect the Sospel people from Lombard and Saracen invasions. the Sospel people from Lombard and Saracen invasions. Castillon then became the property of the Counts of Ventimiglia, the Consul Vento de Menton before being attached to the Lord of the Consul Vento of Menton before being attached again to the Lord of Sospel. In 1348, the village became part of the Principality of Monaco then, in 1376, it was once again the property of the Lord of Sospel, then under the domination of the House of Savoy. In 1793, Castillon became French. An earthquake destroyed the village on 23 February 1887. In the 1930s, a Maginot Line fort was built under the ruins of the village of a fort of the Maginot line intended to stop the possible Italian attacks. This fort was only used for a few days in June 1940. It was nevertheless. Nevertheless, it was the target of Allied bombing raids in 1944 to repel German troops.It should be noted that the cross on the former Place Saint Joseph was stolen between the two world wars and was recently put back in place (May 2010). Rebuilt on almost the same site, below, in 1888, the village of Castillon was bombed in 1944 by the Allied fleet in order to liberate the area then occupied by German and Italian forces. As the Fort was a potential target in the years following the end of the war, the years after the end of the war, no one was allowed to resettle and the village was razed to the ground.

Fortification part of the Maginot line. It is a small artillery work that aimed to prohibit the Brouis pass connecting the Roya valley to the north and the Bévéra valley to the south. Built close to the Col de Brouis fort, these barracks housed the troops responsible for the artillery and operation of this structure, as well as soldiers from the outposts at cime du Bosc and Cougoule. During the fighting for the liberation of Breil-sur-Roya in April 1945, the Germans dug in and inflicted heavy losses on the Free French of the 1st DFL. Severely damaged by shells and bombs, the fort was abandoned to the army.

879m pass at the Sospel departement, arriving at Breil sur Roya. Rich in history, there are barracks of the Maginot line.

Wishing to pay homage to the men of the 1st DFL who died to liberate the region (cf. Fort du Col de Brouis), the municipality of Breil sur Roya erected a monument on the Col de Brouis.

The No. 15 Menton-Castillon-Sospel bus service departs from the Bus station and reaches the village of Castillon in around 30 minutes. Timetables available online: www.zestbus.fr, at Menton Bus Station and in Tourist Offices. The bus continues towards Sospel

Walking in this charming Provencal village, you can meet, in their workshops and galleries of the Arcades du Serre, many artists and artisans who came to be inspired by the calm of the Menton hinterland, with the sea in the background. Built in 1157 on the Col de Castillon, it has been destroyed and rebuilt several times: In 1887, it was destroyed by the terrible earthquake that shook the whole region. A new village was rebuilt a little further down. During the Second World War, the site was destroyed by bombing. It has occupied its present location since 1951.  Between the sea and the mountains, it enjoys an atypical atmosphere...  The Provençal architecture of the stone houses with green shutters is in keeping with the more recent buildings: "Les Arcades du Serre". The whole forms a charming village which was awarded the title of most beautiful village in France in 1952. Artists and craftsmen settled here in the 1990s.  In terms of sport, this village will enchant more than one visitor. In addition to its climbing wall, there are paths through the mountain which are perfect for discovering numerous beautiful viewpoints. What to see : The ruins of the old church at the Col de Castillon The Saint-Antonin viewpoint  The Caramel Viaduct The Church of Saint-Julien  The Arcades of the Serre

Located along the old Savoyard salt road, the Notre-Dame des Grâces chapel is halfway between the village and the Brouis pass. As an epidemic of plague ravages Breil-sur Roya, the inhabitants go to implore the Virgin at the sanctuary of Rocaforte de Mondovi. They commit themselves, if the plague ceases, to raise a chapel on the path through which the plague has arrived. Their wish granted, they build this chapel also called Notre Dame des Neiges, and seal a plaque indicating: "Comm. communitas Brelii, tempore pestis 1631, Augt. votum feisset, quod intercessione, ss Marie Virginis, arque Rosalie et Roch, libera fuit", "The community of Breil at the time of the plague of 1631 had made a vow on August 5, because, through the intercession of the Most Blessed Virgin Mary, of Saint Rosalie and Saint Roch, she was set free". Several ex-voto and a pair of crutches testify and wishes granted.

Dedicated to Saint Elizabeth, the seat of the Penitent's Brotherhood of Piène-Haute, reactivated in 2015, it is located in the hamlet square and is part of the urban fabric. It is likely that its construction pre-dates its late painted decorations. The chapel of the Visitation dedicated to Saint Elizabeth, located on the hamlet square, is the headquarters of the Pénitents bancs de Piène brotherhood, which was reactivated in 2015. The building is inserted into the urban fabric and adopts the volume of the small neighboring houses. The short nave features a very small gallery and rustic side stalls. The painted decorations on the vault are late 19th-century neo-Gothic. The origins of the Pénitents blancs chapel are not known. The Monuments Historiques department dates the chapel to the 19th century, as does its decoration, but it is likely that the construction and its vocation pre-existed this late decoration. The interior design, inspired by late 19th-century neo-Gothic style, is interesting. The stalls and attributes of the penitents are still in place.

Immersed in the mountain, the restaurant follows the rhythm of the seasons and adapts to the productions of the vegetable garden. Among our homemade specialities: ravioli, barbajuan, aubergines gratin, pumpkin flower fritters, lamb and suckling pig on the spit Ideal for grops and events. Transport by 4x4. Your meals with a breathtaking view of the Menton coast. Traditional and regional cuisine for all, homemade barbajuans and ravioli. For nearly 30 years, the BOVIS family has been welcoming you to Ferme St Bernard and offering meals and camping accommodation in a friendly and authentic atmosphere. La Ferme St Bernard is located on the heights of Castellar, medieval village of the Alpes Maritimes, near the GR 52 and the Col St Bernard, la Ferme offers packages for groups and events.

Cosy bistro/restaurant/grocery shop in the heart of the historic village of Saorge. Traditional, carefully prepared cuisine which knows how to be creative, using as many local and/or organic ingredients as possible, with short circuit. As its name suggests, this establishment, which used to be the village bakery, is now a grocery bistro. Here you can eat simple but well-made dishes and, if necessary, buy the basic products of the regional cuisine. It is a friendly place in the centre of the village, with a small terrace and a very pleasant atmosphere.

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”

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.

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...

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.

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...

In a contemporary and chic setting, come and enjoy a simple and tasty cuisine, prepared with seasonal products, in a daily special or à la carte formula. Large terrace overlooking the beach with a breathtaking view of the sea...

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.

Spacious and quiet room overlooking a provençal garden. swimming pool with natural maintenance and an eco-bel. spacious and quiet room 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.

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

Looking for a change of scenery? Try a complete change of scenery just 1h30 from Nice. The Roncharel gîte welcomes you to the heart of nature in the Verdon and Vaïre valleys, to discover another South. Panoramic views, absolute peace and quiet! Single rooms and group accommodation. Provencal cuisine based on local produce.

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. The rooms (16 m²) with private bathrooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi access, a flat-screen TV, a minibar, and air conditioning. A buffet breakfast is served on the poolside terrace or in the dining room. Private parking is also available. The bar at Hôtel Les Oliviers welcomes you for a relaxing moment by the pool. This establishment is certified Accueil Vélo, offering a warm welcome to cycling tourists. Hôtel Les Oliviers has been awarded Gold in the Éco-Défis program. This initiative supports participants in reducing their environmental impact. It helps to highlight partner businesses, strengthen team cohesion, control costs, and become active players in the ecological transition.

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