A stunning walk through the scarred hills above Eze
Taking in the two peaks of La Forna (621m) and La Simboula (675m) this walk leads you through the fire scarred landscape with great views overlooking the coastline.
The area is rich with history and with views of the snow capped mountains to the north this is a great walk for clear days, where you can see for miles around.
IGN map 3742OT is recommended for this walk.
Built in the year 6 BC, the trophy of Augustus honoured Octavius, Caesar's nephew and future emperor under the name of Augustus, who had conquered the Alpine tribes.
Created in 1917 when Prince Albert I saved the area from industrialisation and created the park to protect the olive groves.
The area around the Cote d'Azur is rich in prehistoric artefacts, many of which can be found in this fascinating museum.
Monaco's exotic garden was opened to the public in 1933. In its prestigious, open-air setting, it brings together a wide variety of succulent plants.
Sainte-Dévote is the patron saint of the Principality of Monaco.
These zoological gardens were established in 1954 and house a collection of over 250 species of animals, from hippos to black panthers and lemurs.
Yoshi Restaurant is located in Hotel Métropole Monte-Carlo and holds one Michelin star.
The jewel in the crown of La Réserve de Beaulieu hotel is this gastronomic restaurant which has one Michelin star.
Located in the Monte-Carlo Bay Resort, this restaurant is open only in the summer and serves Mediterranean cuisine on a pleasant terrace.
With Belle Epoque style windows, recalling the old Parisian bistros, the building creates a bright and friendly atmosphere.
Views over the Principality's legendary Opera House, Prince's Palace, and Casino - against a backdrop the azure splendour of the Mediterranean.
Orchestrated by Chef Joël Garault, this chic restaurant offers delightful gourmet seafood.
Based in Menton, motorbike and scooter rental so you can explore the South of France.
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the Riviera to any destination of your choosing.
This company is based in Menton and offers a range of road bikes.
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the Riviera to any destination of your choosing.
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the Riviera to any destination of your choosing.
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the Riviera to any destination of your choosing.
From the car park located on the west side of La Turbie, follow RD 2564 for 200m towards the Col d'Eze to find a right turn just after the large warehouse. Turn up this road, Chemin de la Forna and continue along it where it soon turns to a dirt path. It will soon come above the toll station of the A8, where the noise will slightly distract from the tranquillity of this walk. You will soon reach the trail marked Fort de la Revere, take a left here and keep traversing the mountain. You soon reach another junction, take a left and follow the track to the summit of La Simboula 675m.
After taking in the views form the summit, return back down the ascent path and rejoin the trail taking a left to continue the traverse of the mountain. Follow this trail through two old military tunnels, both tall and narrow. Following this trail will lead you to the summit of La Forna 621m. After this summit continue along the path in the same direction to rejoin the approach trail that will lead you back to the town of La Turbie.
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