The Top 20 Peaks around Nice
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks around Nice is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 20
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Nice for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Nice for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: November 6, 2025
Mont Chauve d'Aspremont Summit
Highlight • Summit
Mont Chauve is Nice’s hidden mountain. It is hiding in plain sight, sitting there just to the north, right above the city, but nevertheless it is hidden. The best time …
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Férion Summit
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A 360 ° panorama of the plain of the Var at the sources of the paillon, you can sleep there one night in the shelters in the refuge of the …
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Cime du Diable
Highlight • Summit
The ascent to the Cime du Diable is definitely worthwhile because of the good all-round visibility. Now in July, the ascent is recommended, preferably in the morning when the sky …
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Cime de la Bonette Summit
Highlight • Summit
Climb to do at dawn from Barcelonnette, a lot of marmots and less motorcycles ;-)
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The Cradle
Highlight • Summit
From the Col du Berceau, located at an altitude of 1,050 meters, you have the first incredible views of the town of Menton and the sea. There is in fact …
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Ascent of the Cime de la Bonette from Jausiers
Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Pass
Great mountain in the Haute Provence, which you should make umbedingt. The driveway of Jausiers is not too steep, only the last bit ambitious! Grandiose view!
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Monte Toraggio
Highlight • Summit
An infamous mountain ledge, an intimate international border. There can be no better place for a snack and rest before a long descent into Valle Nervia. As for the photo, …
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Camp des Fourches military camp
Highlight • Historical Site
Camp des Fourches was part of a set of fortifications protecting the Ubaye valley from potential Italian attacks. This barracks in particular was used by Alpine hunters whose mission was …
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Marta's Balcony
Highlight • Viewpoint
Marta's Balcony, famous for two reasons: the underlying underground fort from the Second World War (the largest still existing in the Western Alps) and the view. Marta's Balcony is called …
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Roc de l'Orméa
Highlight • Summit
On the GR52, a must do detour that offers a 360 amazing view. The trail is easy to Finn’s and not that steep. It is often the target for hikes …
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