Valdeblore: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

The hike to Lac Nègre is a geological trail through the massif with its ancient rocks.

Those choosing Valdeblore as a holiday destination may wish to rent a holiday apartment.

Hiking

The hike to the Lacs des Millefonts and Mont Pépoiri passes numerous high-altitude lakes. The section to Mont Pépoiri offers a 360° panorama from the 2,674 m-high summit. The same hike provides views of the peaks of Mercantour. The Saint Donat hiking route has 188 m of ascent and 186 m of descent.

Nature

Mollières is a hamlet with around thirty houses at an altitude of 1,572 m, accessible via the track from Col de Salèse.

Geographical Setting

Mont Raja is located in the immediate vicinity of Valdeblore. Mont Caire Gros, Mont Giraud and Mont Pétoumier are likewise located in the immediate vicinity of Valdeblore. Fort Camp du Tournairet is located near Valdeblore. Mercantour National Park is also located near Valdeblore.

Culture

The Chapelle Notre-Dame des Sept Douleurs in La Bolline dates from the 17th century. It has a square Baroque bell tower with an onion-shaped dome. The Chapelle Saint Donat was built at the beginning of the 17th century. The Invention-de-Sainte-Croix church is built in the Lombard Romanesque style and is classified as a historic monument.

Traditions

The Castagnada takes place in October, when roasted chestnuts and mulled wine are served.

Other destinations: Lucéram, Vence, Roquebillière, Courmes, Grasse, Sainte-Agnès, Massoins, Clans.

To the higher-level travel overview: Alpes-Maritimes.