The Park of the Préalpes of Azur
From the union between the Alps and the Côte d’Azur were born the Préalpes d’Azur. The landscapes are both wild and grandiose: agricultural valleys, clearings, forests, steep-sided valleys? With more than 2000 plant species, the Park is home to a third of France’s flowers and plants, including 65 protected species and 40 endemic species. Ornithologists can observe a large number of species: European nightjar, ortolan bunting, rock swallow, rock ptarmigan, Jean-le-Blanc circaète, European owl, golden eagle… Nature also offers a wide variety of activities to the. Numerous itineraries of all levels await hiking enthusiasts. You can also cycle along the roads of the Préalpes, challenge the void by learning to climb, or ride a horse in the magical landscapes of the Préalpes… The authentic villages are reminiscent of a very ancient human occupation. During your tourist escapades, discover historical landmarks, medieval castles, fountains, wash houses, oratories, chapels, churches… Village grocery stores and markets will introduce you to local flavors: honey, gingerbread, goat’s cheese, lamb, fruit and vegetables, farm produce, olives, olive oil, citrus liqueurs, crystallized flowers…
Museums in the Alpes-Maritimes department
The Alpes-Maritimes are famous for their alpine landscapes and beaches. But this destination is also cultural. Discover a large number of museums such as the museum of regional prehistory or the Jean Cocteau Museum in Menton, the ecomuseum of the Roudoule en terre gavotte in Puget-Rostang, the castle-museum of butterflies and natural history in Tourrette-Levens …
