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FFC MTB route no. 25: The summit of Broc
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Var Valley and Mercantour MassifPhoto: Métropole Nice Côte d'Azur., Metropole Nice Côte d'Azur
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A technical route offering exceptional views of the Var and the entire coast from Monaco to Cannes.
moderate
Distance 18.9 km
3:00 h
710 m
705 m
1,018 m
447 m
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Author’s recommendation
- This route may be less enjoyable in July/August due to the heat
- Picnic table after the summit of Broc, halfway down, with views of the coast and the Var!
- Near the summit of Broc, you can join an eastern ridge track up to the baou and thus enjoy the exceptional view
Difficulty
S0
moderate
Overall difficulty
moderate
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
1,018 m
Lowest point
447 m
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Track types
Asphalt
325 m
Dirt road
4.7 km
Forested/wild trail
12.3 km
Path
15 m
Road
1.5 km
Safety information
- Follow the marked trails, do not take shortcuts and respect the direction of the routes.
- Before starting a route, check that it suits your level, check the condition of your MTB and leave your route details with someone.
- Be careful, courteous and slow down when overtaking other users.
- Be extra cautious during hunting periods and inquire about ongoing hunts.
- If you encounter livestock guardian dogs (= patous), get off your bike, avoid sudden movements and go around the herd.
- Respect private property, cultivated areas, and close gates after passing.
- Be eco-friendly: take your waste with you and respect wildlife and flora for preserved nature.
- Always carry the IGN map corresponding to the concerned route.
Public transport
The Lignes d’azur network offers a single fare across the entire Métropole Nice Côte d’Azur. Validation is mandatory each time you board the bus regardless of the ticket used. To check all fares, click here: www.lignesdazur.comGet Timetable to destination
FFC MTB route no. 25: The summit of Broc
Directions
About 30 minutes from Nice airport.
- From Nice, take the M6202Bis road towards Grenoble/Digne/Carros/Gattières
- take the exit towards M6210/Colomars/Gattières/Carros,
- continue on M6210
- then take the M1 towards Le Broc
Parking
Free parkingCoordinates
DD
43.809614, 7.168942
DMS
43°48'34.6"N 7°10'08.2"E
UTM
32T 352726 4852356
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Equipment
- Wear a helmet, bring protective gear and repair accessories.
- Watch the weather: Mountain weather changes quickly, bring warm clothing.
Localization
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Reviews
Difficulty
S0
moderate
Overall difficulty
moderate
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Distance
18.9 km
Duration
3:00 h
Ascent
710 m
Descent
705 m
Highest point
1,018 m
Lowest point
447 m
Weather at the starting point
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