Mercantour

Mercantour National Park is one of the most popular and interesting nature reserves in France. Annually, it is visited by over 800 thousand. tourists. Stretched between the mountains and the sea, it is distinguished by a great diversity of the natural environment. It includes picturesque valleys and majestic mountains, rushing streams and glacial lakes. They hide a wealth of fauna and flora. Stay alert on the trail! Perhaps you can spot a deer, a wolf, a mouflon or a marmot.

Mercantour, France - © Brate

Mercantour is located in the French Maritime Alps, on the border with Italy . Its upper border is marked by the town of Barcelonnette, lower Nice . Untouched nature reigns in the center of the park. The outskirts, on the other hand, are dotted with 28 villages, full of small works of architecture.

For whom?

Mercantour National Park is an outdoor paradise. The list of sports activities that you can do there all year round is very long. Rafting, rock climbing, trekking, skiing ... this is just the beginning. Both fans of extreme sports and supporters of less competitive disciplines will find an idea to spend their free time. Finally, you will like it there if you like to calmly admire the charms of nature . Get ready to discover real gems.