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Top 10 Walks
1. Vallee des Merveilles, Mercantour National Park
Serious hikers only on this marvellous mountain trek. Allow 2-3 days,
overnighting in refuges. Contact Park HQ before setting out (for further details
see Vallée des Merveilles and Musée des Merveilles ).
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2. Martel Trail, Verdon Gorges
A 15-km (9-mile) trail from Le Palud to Point Sublime. Allow 7-8 hours (for fur-
ther details see Martel Trail ) .
3. Calanques, Marseille
Spectacular walking along headland trails (for further details see Les
Calanques ) .
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4. Massif des Maures
The forests, valleys and peaks are criss-crossed with excellent trails (for further
details see Hill Walks in the Maures Mountains ) .
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5. Coastal Path, Six-Fours-les-Plages
The seaside walk to La Seyne starts off flat, then climbs to the Cap Sicié. Great
views. Allow 7 hours.
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6. Baou de St-Jeannet, St-Jeannet
The “baou” is the rock overlooking the village near Vence. Stiff but rewarding
walk (3-4 hours).
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