Group hiking trip in the Mercantour

The Mercantour National Park is a vast territory whose biological richness, stunning landscapes, cultural significance, and historically preserved character warrant special protection.

During your hikes, you will discover:

• An exceptional flora where Mediterranean influences meet larch and spruce trees

• The full range of mountain wildlife: from herds of ibex to golden eagles and wolves

• A historic and religious landscape shaped by humans, wars, and faith

• Remarkable geology offering a great diversity of scenery

Hiking ideas:

The Vens Lakes
The unmissable, most famous and mysterious hike in the Tinée valley. Explore the sequence of Vens Lakes from the Tortisse Arch, with breathtaking views of the Italian peaks—an entirely immersive journey in the heart of Mercantour Park. A unique adventure.
Elevation gain: 900 m+ / 8 hours walking

The Anelle Woods Loop
A mix of trails and paths along the GR5, offering views over the villages of Haute Tinée and nearby ridges. An easy route connecting St Dalmas-le-Selvage and St Etienne de Tinée, with several route options in the Anelle woods. A day filled with discovery and conviviality.
Elevation gain: 300 m+ / 5 hours walking

Sestriere Plateau and Braïssa Pass
Discover the larch forests and the Sestrière plateau. The ascent follows a pleasant wooded trail at first, then climbs alpine meadows bursting with flowers. The sandstone landscapes plunge you into a land of legends within one of the region’s most beautiful forests.
Elevation gain: 600 m+ / 6 hours walking

Terre Rouge Lakes and Baisse de Druos
Starting from the department’s most famous ski resort, this route quickly leaves the ski area behind. Wild landscapes unfold in the heart of the Mercantour crystalline massif, with stunning lakes and a peak reaching 2650 m on the Italian border.
Elevation gain: 650 m+ / 6 hours walking