Parc naturel forestier de la Croix-des-Gardes
Parc naturel forestier de la Croix-des-Gardes
Parc naturel forestier de la Croix-des-Gardes is a protected natural area located less than a kilometer from Cannes, offering a diverse landscape for outdoor pursuits. This 80-hectare park is characterized by its Mediterranean vegetation, including pine forests, maquis, cork oaks, and an arboretum featuring over 40 varieties of mimosa. Situated on the Croix des Gardes hill, the area provides panoramic views of the Bay of Cannes, the Lérins islands, and the Estérel massif, making it suitable for several sports like…
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56.8km
02:40
660m
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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79.0km
04:24
1,650m
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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107km
05:36
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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53.8km
03:03
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1,120m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.5
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70.8km
04:47
880m
880m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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47.5km
04:38
1,050m
1,050m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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300
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53.8km
03:42
920m
920m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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47.3km
03:32
1,080m
1,080m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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1,223
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15.9km
01:41
80m
80m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.00km
00:43
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10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.7km
01:35
130m
130m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19.0km
02:05
210m
210m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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110
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Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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8.65km
02:24
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160m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.80km
01:56
160m
160m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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138
riders
73.3km
04:45
950m
950m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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297
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43.6km
04:10
1,110m
1,110m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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30.4km
02:31
530m
530m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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37.7km
03:15
890m
890m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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198
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52.0km
04:11
1,140m
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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129
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45.9km
03:56
1,320m
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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38.2km
03:35
1,100m
1,100m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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48
riders
35.8km
02:37
620m
620m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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Parc naturel forestier de la Croix-des-Gardes offers a range of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Jogging, Touring cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The park features 20 km of paths suitable for various pursuits.
More than 238,000 visitors have explored routes in Parc naturel forestier de la Croix-des-Gardes on komoot. The routes have an average rating of 4.44 out of 5 stars, based on over 17,400 ratings.
The park offers 20 km of paths suitable for hiking, with 7 hiking routes listed on komoot. Options include easy, family-friendly, and city hikes. More details are available in the Hiking around Parc naturel forestier de la Croix-des-Gardes guide.
Road cycling is a featured activity within the park, utilizing its varied terrain and paths. Specific routes and information can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Parc naturel forestier de la Croix-des-Gardes guide.
The park offers family-friendly options, particularly for hiking. A dedicated guide, Family-friendly hikes around Parc naturel forestier de la Croix-des-Gardes, provides suitable routes for families.
The park is characterized by Mediterranean vegetation, including pine forests, maquis, cork oaks, and strawberry trees. It also features an arboretum with over 40 varieties of mimosa, making it a notable mimosa forest on the Côte d'Azur.
Situated on the Croix des Gardes hill, the park provides 360-degree panoramic views. From various viewpoints, visitors can see the Bay of Cannes, the Lérins islands, the Estérel massif, and the Pre-Alps.
The park includes a "parcours santé" (health course) with 11 modules spread over more than 3 km, suitable for jogging and running. Additional running routes are detailed in the Running Trails around Parc naturel forestier de la Croix-des-Gardes guide.
Komoot offers several guides for the area, including those for Road Cycling, Running, Touring Cycling, and Hiking. There are also guides for specific types of activities like family-friendly hikes and MTB trails.
General information about the park can be found on the Cannes Tourism website or the official Mairie de Cannes website. For specific inquiries, the Forest Ranger can be reached at 06 15 51 28 27 or the Green Spaces Department at 04 89 82 24 40.
Mountain biking is listed as an available sport in the park. Komoot provides an MTB Trails around Parc naturel forestier de la Croix-des-Gardes guide for those interested in exploring off-road cycling options.
Parc naturel forestier de la Croix-des-Gardes is an 80-hectare protected natural area. It is located less than a kilometer from Cannes, offering a significant green space close to the city.

