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A unique playground for all lovers of outdoor activities and the great outdoors, the French Riviera boasts an exceptional natural environment nestled between the sea and the mountains, whatever the season. Hiking, trail running, mountain biking, tree-top adventure courses, via ferrata, zip-lining, paragliding, canyoning, rafting, caving… there’s something for everyone! Whether with family or friends, get your fill of thrills and nature on the French Riviera!

Les activités nature et sensations sur la Côte d’Azur
The 7 good reasons to visit the Vesubie and Valdeblore Valleys this summer
An hour away from Nice, the Vesubie and Valdeblore Valleys offer a collection of sporty, fun, contemplative or relaxing experiences in the heart of the Mercantour. Everything...
Destination Roubion: 5 great reasons to go on a mountain holiday this summer
Fancy some fresh air, nature and a touch of adventure? This summer, head to Roubion! This hilltop village in the Alpes-Maritimes, just an hour from the coast, offers a perfect...
Discover the hiking routes in the Haut-Cians!
The Département des Alpes-Maritimes offers 16 hiking routes in the Haut-Cians on its Les guides RandOxygène website. Departing from Valberg, Péone, Beuil...
Destination Castérino: 5 reasons to escape to the heart of the mountains this summer
Looking for fresh air, gentle adventure and family fun? This summer, the resort of Castérino is your destination! Nestling at an altitude of 1,550 metres in the Roya...
5 great reasons to visit Auron this summer
Are you looking for a summer destination in the mountains, near Nice, for a holiday filled with nature, sport and family fun? In the heart of the Mercantour National Park, the...
5 great reasons to recharge your batteries at La Colmiane this summer
Fancy wide open spaces, thrills or wonderful family adventures? This summer, head to La Colmiane! Just an hour from the Mediterranean coast, this mountain resort in the...
5 great reasons to spend the summer in Isola 2000
This summer, head to Isola 2000, the perfect destination for a mountain holiday in the Alpes-Maritimes! With a mix of outdoor activities and family entertainment, this resort...
5 great reasons to visit Valberg with the family this summer
This summer, head to Valberg, a family-friendly resort in the Alpes-Maritimes! Just 1 hour and 15 minutes from the Côte d’Azur, this mountain village perched at an...
3 nature walks on the banks of the Loup river
Located inland area between Grasse and Cagnes-sur-Mer, the Gorges du Loup are the perfect place to discover nature on the Côte d’Azur: swimming, canyoning, climbing,...
The best via ferratas on the Côte d’Azur
Are you a thrill seeker? A via ferrata is a cliff route, secured by ropes, that is a cross between hiking and climbing. Equipped with a harness, helmet, carabiners, lanyards...
Discover fishing in the Alpes Maritimes
Here, the mountains meet the Mediterranean: an angler’s dream come true! The steep gradients over short distances give the catchment areas of the rivers and streams a...
The longest zip line in France is in La Colmiane!
Have you always dreamed of flying? Go to La Colmiane and whizz through the air at almost 120 km/h! The longest zip line in France, and also one of the longest in Europe, awaits...
Selection of areas to avoid the heat
Summer on the Côte d’Azur is synonymous with summer heat. To make the most of the season, you generally need to protect yourself from the sun, keep hydrated, stay in the shade…...
Selection of tree climbing courses
Looking for a combination of adrenalin and laughter? Choose the adventure parks and accrobranches courses on the Côte d’Azur! Tree climbing is the ideal outdoor...

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