Natura 2000 : Bendola Valley

  • Bank
  • Waterfall
  • River
  • Cliff
  • Mountain
  • Gorge
  • Natural wonder
  • Valley / glen
  • Forest
  • Canyon
06540 Saorge
In the extreme east of the Alpes-Maritimes on the left bank of the Roya, the 1058 ha of the Bendola site present strong contrasts and an important diversity. It extends over the downstream part of the steep canyon with waterfalls and pools of limpid water.
The Bendola site is remarkable for its richness, its exceptional level of endemism, the concentration of remarkable habitats and its good state of conservation. It occupies a pivotal position in both the Alpine and Mediterranean biogeographical regions. There are 16 habitats of community interest, including 6 priority habitats, as well as one species habitat. Among these habitats, the dry grasslands have one of the highest concentrations of orchids on the national territory (around fifty...

Openings

Openings

All year 2025 - Open everyday

Subject to favorable weather

Location

Location

Natura 2000 : Bendola Valley
06540 Saorge

Spoken languages

Spoken languages
  • French

Environment

Environment
  • Waterside
  • Presence of livestock and guard dogs
Updated on 27 August 2022 at 17:28
by Office de Tourisme Menton, Riviera & Merveilles
(Offer identifier : 6243393)
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