Bicycle trails through the Alps from the sea

Bicycle paths through the sea alps are the aim of the cross-border project. Exceptional habitats, mild climate and a variety of landscapes make the many French and Italian valleys an ideal place to practice your favorite sport in complete freedom. In response to the growing demand for well-equipped recreational areas for leisure time and nature discovery, and with the utmost respect for the rich and pristine environment in these lands, a network of 2000 km of bike trails has been created. along the Italian route and French slopes.

Intended for fans of long bike tours and family cycling as well, these itineraries have been carefully selected to offer trails that meet everyone’s needs and expectations. With the cross-border MTB trails Alpi del Mare, the Conseil general des Alpes-Marittimes and the provinces of Cuneo and Imperia open the door to enter an exceptional world, where heritage treasures, the legacies of a thousand-year-old history, extraordinary Green landscapes and sports activities are harmoniously combined.

Ours is a unique territory, which takes you to the highest peaks of the Ligurian Alps and to the sea in just a few kilometers. Here nature is varied and special colors and aromas are discovered throughout the year. A rainbow of flowers, eagles flying above our heads, flashing through the bushes, vast expanses of brilliant green, majestic dry rock walls, shady olive groves, fragrant terraces … And landscapes constantly changing day after day. All of this is our way of welcoming you!

A journey through ancient trade routes full of a thousand years of history: walls and terraces eroded by water, villages nestled with views of the valleys, villages crossed by stone bridges, the passage of ancient roads, sunny villas with parks facing the sea, little fishermen. towns that evoke traditions of the past. A traditional, genuine, simple but tasty cuisine, full of Mediterranean flavors, the fruit of products of the land and the sea: oil and wine, traditional pasta and focaccias, wild game, alpine pasture cheeses, fresh fish cooked with such skill. that the single sight fills you with desire.

The climate is always mild, the pure air gives you vitality and in all seasons of the year you can find the ideal conditions for cycling. On the high-altitude mule trails in summer; up and down the valleys along the Riviera in winter. A 2000 km long trail network to meet everyone’s needs – easy dirt roads for the family and challenging trails for the enjoyment of fit cyclists. All marked with international signs so you can go back and forth between Italy and France without losing your way.

If you are an adventure lover and want to discover the most fascinating corners, put yourself in the hands of our expert guides. If you want to move freely without the need for a car, book the shuttle bus. And if you want the best accommodation, trust our hotels by bike.