Family walks Outdoor activities for families activities

ILE DE PORQUEROLLES
D197, Giens (la Tour Fondue)
Tel +33 (0)4 94 58 33 76  

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A cycle ride or walk on the pedestrian Porquerolles Island near to Toulon in the Var is a great experience and real fun for the kids.

Take a ferry from Giens (la Tour Fondue), to the island with your own bikes or hire them once on site. Most of the numerous bike hire shops provide bikes for children and adults and child seats or trolleys for babies and children too young to cycle.

You can make a break for one of the sandy beaches, 5 minutes to a 1 hour cycle ride from the port, or go inland to explore the island’s historical and cultural sites.

To reach Giens: A57 then the A570, then the D559 and the D197.

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VALBERG – TRÈFLES À 4 FEUILLES

Description
Choose Valberg during the summer months for a four leaved clover hunt! Park in Valberg centre or along the main road and take one of the ski lifts heading up to the hills (departure points by the swimming pool or the Hotel Chalet Swiss) to find the trail. If walking with a baby or toddler, think of taking a baby carrier rather than a buggy.

The walk can last as long as you want it to, either a near to 1 ½ hour round trip depending on how quickly your children walk, or you can turn back the same route to shorten the way. Part of the trail is lined with nature signs especially adapted for children and it will take you through woods and flower lined fields, past a trout lake and overlooking breathtaking views! The four leaved clover can be found in masses about half way along in a clearing in the woods.

The rest of the day can be spent in the resort’s playground or open air pool and if you fancy a thrill buy tickets for the summer sledge slope or the adventure playground in the trees. To reach Valberg: A8 exit n° 52 Saint Isidore, then the RD 6202 direction de Digne then Touet/Var. Take the D 28 through the spectacular Gorges du Cians.

PARC DE LA GRANDE CORNICHE
RD 2564 - col d'Èze

Description
This 660 hectar park ilocated on the limits of the towns, La Trinité, Villefranche-sur-Mer, Èze and La Turbie offers a breathtaking view over the sea and mountains.

Ideal for a family walk you will also find a fitness track, a kid’s play area, picnic tables and open spaces for games.

RIVES DU LOUP PARC NATUREL
Village de Villeneuve Loubet, RD2085
RIVES DU LOUP PARC NATUREL

Description
If you’d like to have a walk in the Rives du Loup Natural Park with children there are various ways of motivating them to come along willingly!

Bring their bikes as the path can be walked, cycled and is even pushchair friendly or/an participate in the treasure hunt created by the tourist office, for the 4’s and over. To participate, download the form from the web site above (French only), and go to the starting point across the bridge from Villeneuve Loubet’s old town, just next to the Canyon Forest office. Although ideal for children that can read, younger ones can also join in the search for clues and signs.

Although the path can be walked or cycled, we recommend walking if you are doing the treasure hunt. Once completed, fill in the on-line form to win a prize.

RANDONNEES DE DECOUVERTE DU PARC NATIONAL DU MERCANTOUR / HIKING IN MERCANTOUR NATIONAL PARK
En Vésubie, en Tinée et à l’Authion
Tel +33 (0)4 93 16 78 88  

Description
Want to take a stroll in the middle of nature? E-coguide offers families a chance to discover and learn what Mercantour National Park has to offr. You can choose from 11 itineraries and be guided by the GPS. If you need to pay special attention to something, e-coguide will warn you with a bird call.

Open during the summer from 8:00AM to 8:00PM
Guide rental: 5€ for the day

To reserve e-coguide, contact an agent (list on web site) located near the start of the hiking trails.

VISITES GUIDEES ORIGINALES D’ANTIBES
Accueil touristique du Viel Antibes, 32 Bd d'Aiguillon
Tel +33 (0)4 93 34 65 65
Fax +33 (0)4 97 23 11 11  

Description
Three guided tours help you to discover Antibes in an original way:

- L’Antibes insolite : every Monday at 2pm
- Petites Histoires Maritimes D’Antibes : 2 Saturdays per month at 10am
- Antibois ou presque : 2 Saturdays at month at 2pm

The tours may be done in French, Englsih and Spanish.

Reservations must be made in advance.

ANES DE BLORE
Le Clôt - La Bolline
Tel +33 (0)6 88 47 19 70  

Description
Hiking with a packsaddle donkey! Olaf, Ugolin, Pedro, Ponpon, Biscuit, Basile and the other donkeys of Valdeblore are on hand to help you discover of the Southern Alps and to carry your load!

Different routes have been planned out for all levels and ages. Ride and hike with a donkey from one hour and a half to seven days who will carry your backpacks and overnight bag.

A great, unusual and less tiring way of discovering some of the magnificent landscapes of the mountain as a family!

Each donkey is fitted with a rug, a packsaddle, bags and a tether. It can carry up to 40kg of goods and/or people!

A map will be given to you before the departure with advice for your hike.

Open: from 8.30am to 5pm everyday of the week from June to September

Prices:
Half-day: 30€ per donkey
Entire day: 45€ per donkey

Booking is advised for the longer hikes.