Discover Villars-sur-var, Alpes-Maritimes: Treasures Await

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

Leaving from Entrevaux, an exceptional medieval town, this challenging itinerary combines the beauty of man-made scenery with olive-growing terraces and physical exertion. It invites you to explore its winding roads, natural surroundings and wild landscapes. From Entrevaux, head for Val de Chavagne and the villages of St Pierre, Collonques, Briançonnet, Ubraye and the clues de Rouaine on route nationale 202. At the Gueydan bridge, turn right to return to Entrevaux. This route will leave you with unforgettable memories of Haute-Provence.

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.

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

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!

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!

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!

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.

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.

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.

Join Samuel for an unconventional trip on electric bike up to the peaks of Nice! JOIN SAMUEL FOR AN UNCONVENTIONAL TRIP ON ELECTRIC BIKE UP TO THE PEAKS OF NICE! Tired of the frantic pace of mass tourism, your professional guide, Samuel, will offer you a journey off the beaten track, always in a small group. Thanks to your electric bike, you will cycle with ease into the heart of the rolling landscape of inland Nice. You will discover the Mont Boron, the Colline de Cimiez and tiny rustic villages perching on the peaks of the hills. During your tour, you will stop at several points with panoramic views and will absorb Samuel's vast knowledge on Nice's heritage. Your guide will give you the option of following your own route. You can visit the village of Aspremont or discover the Vallée de l'Estéron, where you will enjoy a Provençal picnic in an idyllic environment, with small pools and canyons.

Jump on your electric bike and enjoy a panoramic view of the landscape of the Côte d'Azur! JUMP ON YOUR ELECTRIC BIKE AND ENJOY A PANORAMIC VIEW OF THE LANDSCAPE OF THE CÔTE D'AZUR! Follow Samuel, your local guide, who will take you to cycle along a route along the Côte d'Azur, bordered by impressive villas. Thanks to your electric bike, you will get around effortlessly to explore what lies between the sea and the mountains, where only the locals venture! During this pleasant tour, you will go through Villefranche and discover its citadel, built standing in the water. You will also visit Eze on foot, a medieval village perching on the cliff and overlooking the sea. Samuel will guide you to the Trois Corniches d'Azur, where you will take in the panoramic landscape, which stretches from Italy to Provence. To conclude your tour, you will also enjoy a delicious food tasting of Niçois specialities.

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!

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.

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.

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.

The Barri Cross marks the first step of this route. Located at an altitude of 1350 m, it overlooks the Gréolières village, a first point of view to appreciate a moment and take the time to contemplate the Wolf valley and the beautiful village of Cipières in the distance.

Cited for the first time in 1312, this chapel is built to serve the parish church at the Hautes Gréolières castrum. The apse in cul-de-four is built from the creation of the castrum, but the nave is only raised at the end of the 13th century; it has four vaulted spans in broken cradle.

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.

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...

In a relaxed setting facing the beach, Fabien and his team welcome you on the covered wooden terrace (closed in winter). A varied menu with salads, burgers, poke bowls, pizzas, meats, fish, desserts, drinks... Theme evenings in summer.

Villa Marina is the Italian touch on the Port Marina Croisette with its dolce vita atmosphere. On the terrace or in the dining room, Mediterranean and seafood specialities are served: fish, shellfish, fresh pasta, risottos and pizzas.

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 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.

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

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.