Snowshoe hikes

Silence, snow and nature: discover snowshoe hikes in Nice Côte d’Azur

When Nice Côte d’Azur dons its white winter coat, another facet of the region is revealed. Nature offers enchanting landscapes, from forests to snow-capped peaks. Just a few kilometres from the coast, snowshoe trekking invites you to immerse yourself in the heart of unspoilt nature. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful stroll or a more challenging itinerary, this is the winter adventure for you. Let yourself be tempted by this unique winter adventure, with its pure air and breathtaking panoramas.

Head to our valleys for snowy adventures ❄️

A multitude of snowshoeing routes criss-cross the summits of Nice Côte d’Azur. In the Tinée valley, the resorts of Auron and Isola 2000 invite you to enjoy a sporting getaway. You can also visit Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage and the surrounding hamlets for nature tours. If you already have a bit of snowshoeing experience, the Vésubie valley will delight you with hikes starting from La Colmiane or Camp d’Argent.

Les crêtes du Countent

Difficulty: DIFFICULT
📍 Départure: col de la Couillole
⏱ Duration: 3h42
🥾 Distance: 9 km
↗️ Ascent: 450 m
↘️ Descent: 450 m

La croix du Collet

Difficulty: DIFFICULT
📍 Départure: hameau de Roya
⏱ Duration: 4h
🥾 Distance: 5,9 km
↗️ Ascent: 430 m
↘️ Descent: 430 m

Le belvédère des chamois

Difficulty: MEDIUM
📍 Départure: Auron, au pied du télésiège du Blainon
⏱ Duration: 2h30
🥾 Distance: 4 km
↗️ Ascent: 250 m
↘️ Descent: 250 m

Auron summit

Difficulty: MEDIIUM
📍 Départure: Auron
⏱ Duration: 2h14
🥾 Distance: 5,1 km
↗️ Ascent: 320 m
↘️ Descent: 320 m

Auron summit (for begginers)

Difficulty: EASY
📍 Départure: Auron
⏱ Duration: 1h45
🥾 Distance: 3,8 km
↗️ Ascent: 254 m
↘️ Descent: 254 m

Col d’Anelle

Difficulty: MEDIUM
📍 Départure: Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage
⏱ Duration: 2h30
🥾 Distance: 7,8 km
↗️ Ascent: 338 m
↘️ Descent: 338 m

Cabane de la Braisse

Difficulty: DIFFICULT
📍 Départure: Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage
⏱ Duration: 4h59
🥾 Distance: 10,9 km
↗️ Ascent: 700 m
↘️ Descent: 700 m

Plateau d’Anelle

Difficulty: MEDIUM
📍 Départure: Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage
⏱ Duration: 3h30
🥾 Distance: 7,5 km
↗️ Ascent: 380 m
↘️ Descent: 380 m

The Gianto circuit

Difficulty: DIFFICULT
📍 Départure: Saint-Dalmas-le-Selvage
⏱ Duration: 3h05
🥾 Distance: 6,2 km
↗️ Ascent: 450 m
↘️ Descent: 450 m

Lombarde

Difficulty: MEDIUM
📍 Départure: Isola 2000
⏱ Duration: 1h39
🥾 Distance: 4,1 km
↗️ Ascent: 310 m
↘️ Descent: 310 m

Pelevos

Difficulty: EASY
📍 Départure: Isola 2000
⏱ Duration: 1h34
🥾 Distance: 3,2 km
↗️ Ascent: 301 m
↘️ Descent: 36 m

Caïre Gros

Difficulty: DIFFICULT
📍 Départure: La Colmiane
⏱ Duration: 4h29
🥾 Distance: 9,3 km
↗️ Ascent: 670 m
↘️ Descent: 670 m

Baus de la Frema

Difficulty: DIFFICULT
📍 Départure: La Colmiane
⏱ Duration: 4h46
🥾 Distance: 9,3 km
↗️ Ascent: 750 m
↘️ Descent: 750 m

Cime de la Calmette

Difficulty: DIFFICULT
⏱ Duration: 8h45
🥾 Distance: 19,1 km
↗️ Ascent: 741 m
↘️ Descent: 741 m

Pointe des Trois Communes

Difficulty: DIFFICULT
📍 Départure: Camp d’Argent
⏱ Duration: 3h24
🥾 Distance: 8,8 km
↗️ Ascent: 440 m
↘️ Descent: 440 m

Boucle de l’Authion

Difficulty: DIFFICULT
📍 Départure: Camp d’Argent
⏱ Duration: 3h49
🥾 Distance: 8,8 km
↗️ Ascent: 280 m
↘️ Descent: 280 m


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