The airy ridge of Mont Macaron (806m) tapers towards the south and opens up the bare countryside that reflects the heavy price the area paid due to the fire that destroyed much of the scrub in 1986.
Mont Macaron, Contes
A beautiful ridge walk passing old ruins
Perched 750m high up on a strategic hill lie the ruins of Chateauneuf. Abandoned in the 18th century the ruins have been maintained by the local community to ensure their survival throughout the years.
What to bring
IGN map 3742OT is recommended for this walk
What to see
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Parfumerie Galimard, Eze
Perfume factory & museum with guided visits & workshops
Free guided tours of a historic perfume factory in the medieval village of Eze.
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Parfumerie Fragonard, Eze
Factory and museum of one of the leading producers of perfume in France
This factory for perfume, soap and cosmetics, has very modern laboratories and workshops. Discover the secrets of manufacturing perfumes and cosmetics.
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Exotic Garden, Eze
Exotic garden created in the castle ruins of Eze offering stunning views
Eze's exotic gardens were created after the Second World War, in the ruins of Eze castle. Located on steep terrain, it boasts wonderful panoramic views of the sea, the Esterel mountains and the Saint-Tropez gulf.
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Trophee d'Auguste (Trophy of Augustus), La Turbie
Roman monument dominating the town of La Turbie
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.
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Saint-Michel Church, Villefranche sur Mer 
Saint-Michel Church, Villefranche sur Mer
Classic Baroque church in the centre of Villefranche-sur-Mer
This Baroque Italianate church dates to the 1750s, although it was built on the site of a 14th-century church.
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Kerylos Villa
Recreation of a Greek Villa built by Theodore Reinach & his wife
At the edge of the sea, facing the Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat peninsula, the villa is a magic place that takes you back in time. Discover this French Riviera seaside palazzo, a luxurious recreation of an Ancient Greek villa.
Where to lunch
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La Maree Restaurant
Seafood restaurant overlooking the impressive Monaco port
'Fish chic' restaurant in Port Hercule that is located on the sixth floor of the Port Palace Hotel, overlooking the marina.
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Las Brisas Restaurant 
Las Brisas Restaurant
Mediterranean restaurant with sea views
Located in the Monte-Carlo Bay Resort, this restaurant is open only in the summer and serves Mediterranean cuisine on a pleasant terrace.
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Yoshi Restaurant
Modern Japanese Restaurant in Monte-Carlo
Yoshi Restaurant is located in Hotel Métropole Monte-Carlo and holds one Michelin star.
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Le Grill Restaurant 
Le Grill Restaurant
Mediterranean restaurant with stunning views
Situated in the luxury Hotel de Paris, this restaurant serves modern Mediterranean cuisine qith great panoramic views of the sea.
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La Table de Patrick Raingeard Restaurant, Eze
Excellent food showcased directly from the kitchen garden
The Cap Estel gourmet restaurant or "La Table de Patrick Raingeard" as it is known has one Michelin star.
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Le Cap Restaurant, Saint Jean Cap Ferrat
Delicious gourmet cuisine created by Michelin-starred Didier Anies
Michelin-starred chef, Didier Anies, recognised as Meilleur Ouvrier de France in 2000, has created a gourmet cuisine at this restaurant; one which is unfussy, full of flavour and low key yet elegant.
What to do
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Motorbike hire
Wide selection of BMW, Ducati, Harley Davidson and Triumph motorcycles available for rent
Based in Menton, motorbike and scooter rental so you can explore the South of France.
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Luxury Jack III Yacht Trip
Luxury private yacht trip along the French Riviera for up to ten people
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the Riviera to any destination of your choosing.
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Road bike hire
Quality road bike rentals to explore the French Riviera
This company is based in Menton and offers a range of road bikes.
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Luxury Tayarrah Yacht Trip
Luxury private yacht trip along the French Riviera for up to eleven people
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the Riviera to any destination of your choosing.
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Luxury To Escape Yacht Trip
Luxury private yacht trip along the French Riviera for up to ten people
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the Riviera to any destination of your choosing.
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Luxury Lizard Yacht Trip
Take a trip onboard this luxury yacht along the Riviera to any destination of your choosing.
Directions
Parking at the Col de Chateauneuf follow the road south for 100m before taking the trail turning off left. This trail leads you to the ruins of Chateauneuf. After visiting the ruins head back along the trail to the Chapelle St-Joseph, signposted from the junction. From here, cross the road and take the Mont Macaron ridge trail leading south easterly. From the summit you are rewarded with magnificent views of the Paillon Valley. Follow the trail to the south peak where you can see the coast on a clear day.
The trail then leads downhill to a junction. Take a right and head back north, this trail flows up and down the mountain leading back to the Chapelle St-Joseph. Once back at the Chapelle take the same route back to the start.
