The easiest way to get high above the Riviera: a flat plateau walk with the sea on one side and the Alps on the other, and a playground for the end.
Photo: BIT Èze
Distance
5 km
Time
1 hour
Difficulty
Moderate
Start
Plateau de la Justice car park, avenue des Diables Bleus, Parc départemental de la Grande Corniche (566 m); bus 82 from Nice Vauban stops at the plateau
Past
The plateau where the lords of Èze once had their gallows, A fitness trail, picnic tables and an adventure playground, Views over the Mediterranean and the Mercantour, and the park's flora
Season
All year. Park hours: to 31 October 07:30–20:00; from 1 November 08:00–18:00.
With children
Popular for family walks and cycling; part of the route can be done with a pushchair. Bring water – there is no drinking water in the park. Dogs allowed. EV charging points at the car park.
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