Hiking in the spotlight
With its lovable landscapes where fields, valleys, forests and peaks intervene, the region is a paradise for lovers of walking, mountain biking, cycling and horse riding. Take advantage of your stay in Southern France to revitalize yourself and rest in the heart of nature!
Préalpes of Azur: the Alps on the sunny side
Between sun and mountains, the Parc des Préalpes d’Azur welcomes on its territory a great variety of landscapes with mountains, hills, deep canyons, forests, meadows and cultivated valleys. With more than 2000 plant species, the Park is home to a third of the French flora, including 40 species found nowhere else. In addition, you can observe many birds: rock swallow, rock ptarmigan, boreal chickadee, blue tit, black grouse… The Park has been laid out to allow the practice of outdoor activities, while respecting the natural spaces… Hiking enthusiasts will discover the trails. You can also cycle along the paths of the Park, try climbing, via ferrata or tree climbing, or discover the Park from the sky by paragliding… The historical heritage also appeals to vacationers: wells, wash houses, oratories, churches, chapels, historical milestones, windmills, irrigation canals, dovecotes, bridges, castles… The heritage of the Préalpes d’Azur also awaits you on your plate. The markets and traditional grocery stores will invite you to discover local products: gingerbread, honey, goat’s cheese, lamb meat, vegetables, fruit, olive oil…
Museums in the Alpes-Maritimes department
During your stay, you can discover an impressive number of museums. There are several dozen in the department. Which museums to choose? You can visit the Galerie des Bains-Douches in Antibes, the Escoffier museum of culinary art in Villeneuve-Loubet, the Picasso museum in Antibes, the Malmaison in Cannes…
