In spite of the popular image of the Cote d’Azur being a sunbather’s haven with beautiful sandy beaches and bays providing the perfect place to relax, sunbath, swim and snorkel, the nearby mountains that provide a stunning backdrop for the French Riviera’s coast, are just crying out to be explored, particularly in the summer.

If we’ve managed to persuade you do exchange your bikini and towel for the hiking boots and helmet and head to the Cote d’Azur’s most tranquil, beautiful and natural of regions, then you may want to take a look at three great ‘white knuckle’ activities available in the Cote d’Azur ‘quieter side’, which certainly aren’t for the faint hearted.

Potholing

Being lowered into a deep hole amongst the cliffs may not be everybody’s vision of what constitutes a relaxing break on the Cote d’Azur, but for those who dare, potholing in the French Riviera Mountains would be a truly exhilarating and unforgettable experience.

This underground adventure playground, made from mud, water and rock is there to be explored.

Via Ferrata                               

Now here’s one that will make you hold your breath! For those wanting a real adventure in the mountainous regions of the Cote d’Azur you may feel compelled to try our Via Ferrata. Walking across man-made rungs, footbridges and ramps across some breathtaking circuits.

As your quest to experience the Cote d’Azur from an entirely different prospective is accompanied with professionals, this activity is completely safe, but nonetheless is not for the faint hearted! 

Rock climbing and mountaineering

Reaching the top of some tremendously elevated peaks in the Cote d’Azur’s mountainous backdrop and witnessing the panoramic beauty of this stunning region of the south of France, would have to be one of the most invigorating experiences known to man.

If you’re bold enough, just sign up with one of the many mountaineering and rock climbing organisations on the Cote d’Azur, where you will be in very safe hands!

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