Ideal for families and young children, this grassy Alpine path cut into the rock face on the Val Castérino begins in the high mountains (2050m).
The adventure begins after the Peyrafique drop (beacon 371), where access is possible by 4x4 or with a vehicle with sufficient ground clearance.
The route opens onto a charming larch wood before reaching the Barchenzane mountain pasture. Here you can enjoy a wonderful view of the Val Castérino, a picturesque tableau of meadows and houses scattered on either side of the torrential valley.
Following the signs for the "Col du Sabion" at marker 372, the route leads to vaulted, grass-covered dwellings at 2236m altitude, witnesses to the military past of the 19th century. The route then crosses the Sabion mountain pasture to reach the Col du Sabion, which marks the border between the Mercantour and Alpi Marittime Natural Parks. From here, you can see the small Lago della Vacca on the Italian side, gradually conquered by alluvial deposits. Keep your eyes peeled: chamois and ibex are often within sight.
The return journey takes the same route, allowing you to relive the magnificent scenery and perhaps catch a glimpse of details missed on the outward journey.
Difficulté = Easy
The route opens onto a charming larch wood before reaching the Barchenzane mountain pasture. Here you can enjoy a wonderful view of the Val Castérino, a picturesque tableau of meadows and houses scattered on either side of the torrential valley.
Following the signs for the "Col du Sabion" at marker 372, the route leads to vaulted, grass-covered dwellings at 2236m altitude, witnesses to the military past of the 19th century. The route then crosses the Sabion mountain pasture to reach the Col du Sabion, which marks the border between the Mercantour and Alpi Marittime Natural Parks. From here, you can see the small Lago della Vacca on the Italian side, gradually conquered by alluvial deposits. Keep your eyes peeled: chamois and ibex are often within sight.
The return journey takes the same route, allowing you to relive the magnificent scenery and perhaps catch a glimpse of details missed on the outward journey.
Difficulté = Easy
Legal informations
Legal informations
- SIRET number : 18060005800010
Plain text period
All year round daily.Subject to favorable snow and weather conditions.
Environment
Environment
- Forest location
- Mountain view
- Mountain location
- In a nature reserve
- Panoramic view
- Presence of livestock and guard dogs