Hiking the salt route from Saint-Grat, Alpes-Maritimes

Organized by
full day
Sporty
From 15 years-old and up
From€50

Set off on an adventure along the Route du Sel for a unique hike in the Alpes-Maritimes from Saint-Grat!

The start of your hike in the Alps is just a stone's throw from the famous Gordolasque hiking trail and the authentic Belle et Sébastien hut! Set off on a full-day hike along the salt route.

Carole, your guide, will be on hand to advise you and provide you with the best possible itinerary to suit your abilities. Previous experience is preferable, due to the demanding nature of the trails and the altitude of the hike! Your guide will be delighted to share with you the history of the salt route, which was once a means of linking Provence and Piedmont.

During your hike from Saint-Grat in the Alpes-Maritimes, you'll learn more about the history of the region, and above all you'll have the chance to discover some exceptional scenery with a view of the peaks of the Alps!
Fancy a hike in Saint-Grat, close to the Italian border at an altitude of between 2000 and 3000 metres? Carole will take you to the Alps to retrace the history of the salt route!

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From€50

Practical information

Course of events

- Meet at 6.00 or 7.00 am at the meeting point with the guide

- Brief explanation of the route

- Start of the day's hike with explanations of the history of the salt route

- Return to the starting point at around 8.00 pm

Activity requirements

You must have no medical contraindications to take part in this activity.

You must be in good physical condition to take part in this activity.

You need to be able to walk a whole day at an altitude of between 2,000 and 3,000 metres.

Special terms

Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Spoken languages:French, English, Italian
Meeting point:
Saint-Grat, commune in the Gordolasque valley, Alpes-Maritimes
Included
  • Guide
  • Walking poles (if needed)
  • Historical documents
  • Maps
Excluded
  • Lunch
Do not forget to bring
  • Hiking shoes
  • Walking poles (if you have ones)
  • Picnic (or what you need to lunch in a restaurant/inn
  • Bottle of water
  • Backpack
  • Solar protections (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses...)

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