Skip to main content

Les Balcons d'Azur, Saint Raphael

An intermediate to advanced level ride in the Esterel

Featured in
Mountain Biking Trails
Updated

A circular route that takes in several climbs in the beautiful Esterel National Park, between Saint Raphael and the city of Cannes.

This route has been officially graded as a red route, meaning that it is not suitable for beginners or for those who are not used to mountain biking.

What to see

Sights in Cannes

See all Sights & Sites

Where to lunch

Restaurants in Cannes

See all Restaurants

What to do

Things To Do in Cannes

See all Activities & Trips

Directions

From Colle Douce, take the path towards Mont Vinaigre to the Forestry Commission building at Porfait. Taking a portion of paved road from here you will reach the Forestry Commission building at Malpey.

On your right take the road towards the Col de l’Olivier (denoted by a headstone) and continue along the main road to the Forestry Commission building of La Duchessa. Continue up (straight) to reach the Baisse Violette, then the Col des Suvières.

After this turn right towards Grosse Vache and the Col du Mistral. A paved path will then take you right to the Forestry Commission building of Roussivau.

At the gate turn right and follow the Castelli trail that will lead you back to your starting point.

Location

Map of the surrounding area
woman walking over a rope bridge
Must-see attractions of Cannes for 2018
looking over the old port of cannes and along the bay
a stretch of sand in Cannes
Cannes luxury hotels for summer 2019

Events

See allEvents
Swim Between the Lerins Islands, Cannes
Festival de la Plaisance (Boat Show)
the main market square in sarlat la caneda
International Air Festival 2020, Frejus
What's On in Cannes September 2018
SwimRun Weekend, Cannes