The French Riviera is quite unique with its beautiful combination of a dream coastline and an exceptional hinterland. This diversity in landscapes, between sea and the mountains, has made it possible for each region to offer exclusive activities. We are certain that the following adventures will become part of your cherished and unforgettable memories of the French Riviera. Leave your worries behind and let yourself loose, it’s time to have some fun!
Take the dizzyingly high zipline ride to fly over the panorama of Colmaine! This is sure to give you an adrenaline rush that you will never forget!
Come to this typical mountain village of the Alpes Maritimes and at an altitude of 1,776 metres, take Europe’s longest zipline ride. During this breath-taking experience, you will be going at a speed of 120 km/hour and ‘flying’ over one of the most beautiful valleys of Mercantour. Enjoy this pure ecstasy being in between heaven and earth. Take a deep breath and check out this video to get a glimpse of it:
In love with the Mediterranean Sea? Go sea kayaking to explore this beautiful Sea.
What better way than kayaking if you want to absorb the beauty of the stunning villas on the French Riviera? Combine sports, leisure and tourism and admire the beautiful French Riviera from the sea. Go solo, go double or go with your whole team – kayak your way into the secret coves of Cap Ferrat. Find your Sea Kayaking Club in Nice or in Villefranche-sur-Mer and enjoy some wet thrills: http://www.clubdelamer.net/tag/kayak/
Nothing scares you? Then parachuting is a must for you!
At Luc, in the hinterland of Saint-Tropez, in the middle of unspoiled nature, get ready to finally have your first skydiving experience. It’s an absolute dream come true for so many visitors. Safe and secure, you’ll be jumping off the plane with an experienced skydiving professional. At 4,000 metres you’ll see your parachute open and you’ll be floating in the sky of Provence for a few fabulous minutes before touching ground safely. All equipment is provided, there’s thorough briefing before every flight and of course you’ll have a professional skydiver jumping with you. This activity is open to 15 to 75-year olds and individuals must weigh less than 95 kg. Check out the link here
Via Ferrata: Family adventure par excellence.
Have you heard of the Via Ferrata, the protected climbing routes built into the rock walls for climbing cliffs and mountains ? The French Riviera’s hinterland is full of possibilities when it comes to Via Ferrata, and offers a wide choice for climbers: from fun climbing routes for families to vertigo-inducing overhangs, from diving in the depths to discovering the Valley of Wonders – you will have plenty to choose from for a safe Via Ferrata experience.
