Hiking of the Grand Cheval de Bois in the Mercantour

Activity Snapshot

Spoken languages: French, English
Minimum age: From 14 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: super flexible More info
Opening seasons:
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Activity description

Discover the highest peaks of the Mercantour National Park during a guided hike on the Grand Cheval de Bois loop.

You will set off in the morning from Allos, with an experienced and passionate nature guide from Rando Terres d'Azur who will be delighted to show you the most beautiful spots of the Grand Cheval de Bois loop throughout the day.

During your hike exceptional panoramic views await you with peaks culminating at 2838 metres. Throughout your excursion you will have the chance to observe in the best conditions the emblematic animals of the Mercantour mountain: chamois, ibexes, marmots, vultures?

It is a massif renowned for being the wildest in the metropolis, between the sea and the mountains ... Enough to delight lovers of the great outdoors!

Activity requirements

You will need to plan a journey of approximately 15 minutes by car from Allos Village (meeting point).

Special terms

The accompanying person reserves the right to modify the planned programme, depending on the weather, the state of the trails, the hazards due to transport, the level of the group, or any reasons relating to the safety of the participants.

Included
  • Guide
Do not forget to bring
  • Warm jacket and waterproof clothing
  • Hat/cap
  • Sun protection
  • 1.5L of water minimum
  • Rucksack
  • Mountain boots
  • Twin-binoculars
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Meeting point
Accompanying persons office next to the bakery and 50m from the Tourist Office, Grande rue d'Allos, 04260 ALLOS Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 24 hours or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
24 hrs
Cancellation 24 hours or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule