Walking holidays, tours and vacations in Alpes Maritimes, South of France.
Villages perchés to Belle Epoque Menton After a spectacular railway journey you start your walk in one of the most remote parts of France. The medieval village of Tende and La Brigue offer the chance to explore fascinating winding alleyways and old town houses, as do the villages perchés high over the Roya valley and the town of Saorge, which climbs steeply up the valley side. Visit the ancient towns of Breil and Sospel and stay in the astonishing mountain-top village of Ste. Agnès, with views across to the Mediterranean. Finally arrive in Menton itself, Belle Epoque faded splendour now being restored to its former glory, and a stroll down the promenade before dining well in one of its restaurants.
This is a great walk for those who are seeking to move up a walking grade, and the route is well signed.
Walked by On Foot staff: Simon, Mary and Debbie
Standard option: Classic Route (see 'Itinerary"): 7 nights. '. Alternative 7-night options: Sospel option (3 nights in Sospel, miss Menton) - spend two days in this charming medieval town, exploring the town and doing our day 5 circular walk OR combine the two and go for an eight-night holiday. But you can add rest days in any hotel, or why not an extra night in Menton, and a night or two in Nice?
6-night option (miss night 5) - walk full route and miss Sospel circular walk. 5-night option (one night in each hotel) - choose between the walks on days 2 and 3 and miss Sospel circular walk. |