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They organise circuits that enable walkers of all levels to take a closer look at the fauna, flora, geology and environment.
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The riches and attractions of the Alpes d'Azur are many: they gather together in a sweeping embrace the seduction of meadowlands and forests, the majesty of high peaks, the charm of perched villages, the fascination of grandiose geological sites, not to mention a wealth of history and prehistory, whilst a mirror of blue unfurls at their feet, Such are the charms of the Alpes d’Azur.

  
 

The foothills of the Alps are more suited to the name "Alpes-Maritimes" than the Riviera or the Mercantour, thanks to the original combination of Mediterranean scents and Alpine flora, a mixture of pastures, scrubland and pine forest.

  

  Fauna and Flora Slide Show
  An entertaining variety of museums in the hinterland and mountains
     
     
     

   
   
 

Parc National du Mercantour


One of France's 7 national parks. Almost 600 km of clearly marked trails enable you to discover rich and varied fauna (chamois, marmots, etc, not to mention wolves!) and a wide diversity of flora (almost half of the 4200 specied identified in France). Don't forget to admire the 30,000 cave paingings in the Valley of Marvels - a registered historical monument.