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Hiking map: 8,50€

Hiking map: 12€

Walks2 hrs 30 mins

Prices: 12€/Adults - 6€/childrenCircuits on offer from theNational Forests Office from

February to September. Walks in the day-time or at dusk. Reservation from the St-Raphaël Tourist Office: Tel. 04 94 19 52 52 and Agay : Tel. 04 94 82 01 85

Aromatic walks2 hrs 30 mins to 3 hours

Departure: from Port du Poussaï to Cap Dramont.Prices: 12€/Adults - 6€/children Explore the Estérel and its aromatic plantswith Marjorie Ughetto, a nature guide. In theEstérel, you will learn about the whole pro-cess from picking a young plant to bottlingthe essential oils!

On a highly colourful and perfumed path,you will discover the exciting history of es-sential oils at the heart of one of the mostbeautiful natural sites on the Côte d'Azur.During this very "olfactory" outing, you willsee why the plants are aromatic, what aro-matherapy is, plant properties and essences,and why here more than elsewhere, at theheart of the heath, essential oils really areessential. Tel. 06 08 33 00 68 autresregards.info

Walks

Posters 50x70: 15€

Postcards: 1€

Sites Natura 2000The Esterel with its rich biodiversity and remarkable geologicalheritage is part of the European network of Natura 2000 sites.The aim is to preserve the most precious natural habitats whilstmaintaining the economic benefits and leisure activities of theregion. The site measures a total of 15,000 hectares (7,800 hec-tares of land and 7,200 hectares of marine environment). As partof this project the local authorities of the Var Estérel Méditerra-née region (CAVEM), working in tadem with local organisations,are respo sible for the management and conservation of the site.Find out about all the Natura 2000 Estérel projects at: http://esterel.n2000.f

Nature trailThis footpath, accessible forpeople with reduced mobi-lity, is 2600 metres long andruns between the Anthéorplateau and Saint-Barthé-lémy’s rock. Along the na-ture trail you will discover aselection of the typicalplants of the Esterel, reco-gnizable by their fragranceand texture.

Respecting the environmentto preserve this remarkable mountain range,

please follow the regulations: stay on the footpaths, protect nature and:

etween the Mediterranean and Provence,

the Estérel is a volcanic mountain range

covering 32 000 hectares. At the heart of

the range, the national forest stretches for 6

017 hectares, and is the ideal place for all kinds

of open-air activities. The contrast is striking

between the purple colour of the rocks (due to

rhyolite), the dark green of the forest and the

bright blue sea, making the Estérel a magical

site that is unique in France.

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Before you visit...

The range is closed between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m.throughout the year.

To prevent fires, access to the range is regulated.

Before setting out for a walk, please find out aboutthe level of risk for the day. The level of risk for the

following day is given each day from 7 p.m.

You can find this information from 20/6 to 20/09 on

var-adm.net/massifs83_web/massifs83.gif or by telephone on 04 89 96 43 43.

Take care:

Find out about weather conditions.

Take suitable equipment and shoes, and don't forget to take enough water with you.

During your walk, stay on the signposted paths.

Keep away from grazing areas and bee hives.

Other walks

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the itineraries.

Access to the Estérel range by car

1h30 circular walk - 2.3kmDeparture point: : Col Notre-Dame

How to get there by car: Take the coastalroad towards Agay and when you arrive atthe roundabout in Agay take the exit marked“Saint-Raphaël par l’intérieur”. Go under thesmall railway bridge and past the shops (ba-kery, boat and car repairs…) then turn rightonto a small road signposted “Massif de l’Es-térel”. Next follow the signs for "Pic del'Ours" (8km).

Itinerary: A number of routes leave fromCol Notre-Dame: follow the path with woo-den arrows marked “Dent de l’Ours - Pic del’Ours”. The path climbs slightly at the begin-ning. Turn right at the intersection, and youwill arrive at the foot of the Dent de l’Ours.At the rock, enjoy a breathtaking view overthe bay of Cannes and the famous Lérins is-lands, with the bay of Fréjus and the Mauresmountains in the distance. Retrace yoursteps, and after 20 metres turn right alongthe path going up towards the summit of thePic de l’Ours. At a height of 492m it offers a stunning pa-norama of the Esterel. The diverse ecosys-tems of the Massif can be seen: jaggedsummits, red rock cliffs, vegetation, ra-

vines... The flora is just as diverse: cork oak(dominant species), maritime pine, heather,strawberry trees. This environment is typi-cal of the Mediterranean.

Go past the transmitting antenna and conti-nue about 50m on the road then take thepath on the left which heads downhill(beware - steep path).

You can also head back on the tarmac road(20 mins longer but easier).).

2 hrs - 4.3km round-tripDeparture point: parking of the St-Baume

How to get there by car: Take the coastalroad towards Agay and when you arrive atthe roundabout in Agay take the exit marked“Saint-Raphaël par l’intérieur”. Go under thesmall railway bridge and past the shops (ba-kery, boat and car repairs) then turn rightonto a small road signposted “Massif de l’Es-térel”. Follow signs for “Pic de l’Ours” andpark in the Sainte-Baume car park.

Itinerary: Go up the steps leading to thechapel in the rocks. Follow the path untilyou come to the fountain (drinking water).Take the path on the right and continue for50m then take the path on the left that leadsuphill. Follow the path for about 1.5km andat the crossroads take a sharp left and headuphill towards the red rocks of Saint Piloncol.

From here you have an exceptional view ofthe rugged coastline. The path follows thecoastline and comes to another crossroads.

On the left there is a path (dead end) thattakes you 100 metres to the summit of CapRoux and the viewpoint indicator (453m al-titude with views from Cannes to Cap Cama-rat). Come back down the same path andturn left to continue your walk. You will head slightly downhill and awayfrom the coastal side of Cap Roux towardsthe massif (don’t take the paths leading offto the right). You will arrive back at the foun-tain.

Alternative route: Just before coming backto the fountain there is a path on the leftheading up the hill that leads to the Sainte-Baume Grotto where the Saint-Honorat her-mit used to live (round-trip 45 mins).

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1hr 30mins - 3.8kmDeparture point: Col de Belle Barbe carpark In the heart of the Esterel

How to get there by car: Take the coastalroad towards Agay and when you arrive atthe roundabout in Agay take the exitmarked “Saint-Raphaël par l’intérieur”. Gounder the small railway bridge and past theshops (bakery, boat and car repairs…) thenturn right onto a small road signposted“Massif de l’Estérel”. Follow signs for “Col deBelle Barbe”.

Itinerary: From the Col de Belle Barbe takethe path signposted in blue. After 50m turnright (leaving the path to get back on yourleft). At first the path overlooks the Malin-fernet stream then continues through a pineforest before arriving at a crossroads. Thepath to go back is on the left but for the mo-ment keep going straight on. Follow the pathto discover the magnificent view of the rug-ged rocks of the Perthus.

You arrive next at the Col d'Aubert where se-veral paths come together. Take the path onthe left which leads downhill. After 500myou will arrive at the "Étang d'Aubert", asmall area of water ideal for a picnic stop.This area is filled by the rain water whichflows down from the Baladou. In summerthe water lilies are in flower.

Retrace your steps and go back to the Cold’Aubert. From there, turn right along thepath you followed on the way out, all theway to the intersection. The path to theright takes you down to Col de Belle Barbethrough the trees.

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1 hour approx - 3.2 km (return trip)Departure point: Rocher car parkShelf of Anthéor

How to get there by car: Take the coastalroad towards Agay and when you arriveat the roundabout in Agay take the exitmarked “Saint-Raphaël par l’intérieur”. Gounder the small railway bridge and pastthe shops (bakery, boat and car repairs)then turn right onto a small road signpos-ted “Massif de l’Estérel”. After the Gratadisforester’s house turn right in the directionof “Pic de l’Ours”. At the next crossroadsturn right towards “Rocher Saint-Barthé-lemy, Plateau d’Anthéor”, then continue untilyou get to the barrier. Park your vehicle(remember to leave the access road clear for fire engines).

Itinerary: Go through the barrier and fol-low the road for 1.5km (approx 30 mins).The road is flat and closed to traffic. Itoverlooks the Corniche and offers excel-lent views over the sea. To return, simplyretrace your steps. You can continue thewalk after the rock up to the coast (2kmround-trip).

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2 hrs approx - 7km (round-trip)Departure point: place du Togo in AgayHow to get there:

. By car: free parking at place du Togo

. By bus: number 8. "relais d'Agay" stop

. By train: TER 03. “Agay" stop

Itinerary: Go along the avenue du Gratadisfor 50m and take the steps on the right thatlead to the "Domaine du Rastel".Keep going uphill along the boulevard duRastel (several bends). On your left you'llsee a forest path called "le drapeau".Keep it on your left and continue 200malong the boulevard. After a large hairpinbend you'll see the second path also called"le Drapeau". Go through the green barrieronto the path and keep going uphill until thesummit. A viewpoint indicator explains the superbpanorama over the Bay of Agay. To return,retrace your steps.

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Cycle Routes

The Esterel massifDistance: 15kmTime: 1hDifficulty: Green - Family route

How to get there by car: Take the coastalroad towards Agay. At the roundabout inAgay take the "Saint-Raphaël par l'intérieur"exit. Go under the railway bridge then parkat Place du Togo on the left.Itinerary: Go along avenue du Gratadis for1.5km then turn right towards the EstérelMassif. After the Gratadis forestry houseturn left (3.8km) towards the col de BelleBarbe. Go through the barrier and headtowards the col du Mistral, then past theRoussiveau forestry house and Estérel Cara-vaning campsite. Finally turn left onto thecycle path which will lead you back to thestart.

The Corniche d’OrDistance: 60kmTime: 2h30Difficulty: Blue - Warning, this itineraryrequires vigilance and caution (not recom-mended for families)

Itinerary: From Saint-Raphaël follow theCorniche d'Or coastal road until Théoule.At La Napoule roundabout turn left(uphill) then left again at the Peygros roun-dabout. Go along the RN7 road towardsSaint-Jean-de-Cannes until you reach thecol du Testanier (Esterel summit). Allthat's left to do is head back to the start via

Fréjus.

Cap EstérelCol de Belle BarbeA short mountain bike trail, ideal for fami-lies. This trail takes you into the Estéreland close by the Gratadis lakes.

Length: 6 km (one way) - 30 minIncline: 280 mDifficulty: averageAccess by car: Cap Estérel car park

Departure: Walk along the path on theright, "Les Sentiers de l’ Estérel", and afterthe two wooden footbridges, turn right ontothe large path and turn off to the right again(1.5km) where you will come to a very plea-sant descent (single track) leading to theFerrières valley.

Continue to the right along the tarmac roadas far as the ford of Pont de la Charette(3.7km), then turn left onto the large roadand you will see "Massif de l’Estérel" on theright. Walk along the banks of the Gratadislakes, then head towards Col de Belle Barbe.

Mountainbike trails

Le MalinfernetLength: 11.7km - 1 hourIncline: 250 mDifficulty: Medium

This trail alternates between narrow, rockytrails and tarmacked paths.

How to get there by car from Agay: At theroundabout take the exit towards St-Ra-phaël (inland route), go under the small rail-way bridge and past the shops (bakery, boatand car repairs…) then turn right onto asmall road signposted “Massif de l’Estérel”.Follow signs for “Col de Belle Barbe”.Mountain bike departure point: Col deBelle-Barbe car park. Turn right in the direc-tion of the Lac de l'Ecureuil and go alongthe Grenouillet river. When you arrive at theford continue on the left along the "canyondu Malinfernet". At the fork take the lefthand trail by cycling through the ford. Whenyou get to the lake "Lac de l'Ecureuil" (drylake), go along the left hand trail and conti-nue for about 2km until you get to theBaisse de la Grosse Vache crossroads. Takethe left-hand trail for 3km until you reachthe Col du Mistral. At this point take the trailon the left which leads to the Col de Belle-Barbe. COL DE

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Les balcons d’azurLength: 34km - 2 to 3 hoursIncline: 580mDifficulty: MediumAccess by car: From Saint-Raphaël, head to-wards the Golf de Valescure, then park afterthe San Pedro hotel, near the roundabout. Mountain bike departure point: continueon straight ahead for about 1 km. Go pastthe first car park on the right (in a left-handbend) and, 100 m further on, you will cometo the Colle Douce car park. Take the largepath towards Mont Vinaigre then at theRoche Noire crossroads turn left in the di-rection of the Cantine du Porfait. Next you'llcome to a tarmacked part of the trail toreach the Malpey forester's house. Take thetrail on the right in the direction of the Colde l'Olivier (stone marker) then go along themain trail until you reach the Duchesse fo-rester's house.

Continue uphill (straight on) to the BaisseViolette then the Col des Suvières. A the Coldu Mistral, turn right towards the Baisse dela Grosse Vache. This tarmacked trail willlead you to the Roussivau forester's house.At the barrrier take the Castelli trail on theright which will lead you right back to yourdeparture point.

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