A steep, unforgettable hour from the shore to one of the most famous perched villages on the coast, in the footsteps of a philosopher.
Photo: Savita Couty
Distance
2.1 km
Time
1 hour
Difficulty
'2 pas' on the listing's scale, with 400 m of climb: a cemented first part, a long series of steps, then a paved section up to the village.
Start
Èze-sur-Mer, by the sea (near Èze station)
Past
The sea front at Èze-sur-Mer, The path where Nietzsche composed the third part of 'Thus Spoke Zarathustra', Views over the bay as you climb, The medieval village of Èze
Season
All year (Côte d'Azur France).
With children
Strongly discouraged for young children (Côte d'Azur France); hiking shoes recommended. Not wheelchair accessible.
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