Excursions & Active
Cities, ski resorts and outdoor adventures within reach of Airole
The location makes it possible: morning at the casino, afternoon at the beach. In winter on the slopes and evening at the sea. Plus climbing in one of Europe's best areas, canyoning in the Roya Valley, trails for mountain bikers.
Discover cities
Monaco, Nice, Genoa - each city is a day's program. Not just looking, but doing: casino, museums, aquarium, markets.
The glamorous Principality on the Côte d'Azur
Monaco - Day Trip
The Principality of Monaco offers a maximum program in the smallest of spaces: the Prince's Palace with changing of the guard, the famous Oceanographic Museum, the Monte-Carlo Casino, and the yacht harbor. The Formula 1 track runs through the streets.
Capital of the Cote d'Azur
Nice
The capital of the Cote d'Azur offers more than one day can hold: the winding old town, the famous Cours Saleya market, the Promenade des Anglais by the sea, significant museums for Matisse and Chagall, and the Colline du Chateau with panoramic views.
Port city with history
Genoa
Genoa surprises: The Acquario di Genova is one of Europe's largest aquariums, the medieval city center one of the largest overall, Via Garibaldi with its palaces is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Plus the historic harbor.
Further afield
For these destinations you need more time - start early or plan an overnight stay. But it's worth it.
Five villages on the cliff coast
Cinque Terre
The five villages on the steep coast - Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, Riomaggiore - are UNESCO World Heritage and one of Italy's most popular destinations. Hike between villages or hop from place to place by train.
Underestimated Royal City
Turin - Day Trip
Turin is often underestimated: The Egyptian Museum is the second largest in the world, the Mole Antonelliana houses the Film Museum, the Royal Palace is impressive. Add to that the chocolate tradition and elegant cafés.
Fashion, Art, Architecture
Milan
Milan is a different world: The Duomo with its rooftop terrace, La Scala as one of the most important opera houses, the Brera district with art galleries, and shopping from luxury to design. A metropolis.
Skiing
One hour to the slopes. Skiing in the morning, sea in the afternoon - that's not an exaggeration here.
Skiing in one hour
Limone Piemonte
Limone Piemonte is only one hour from Airole. The Riserva Bianca ski area offers 80 km of slopes up to 2,050 m altitude. Morning on the slopes, afternoon by the sea - this is no exaggeration here.
Snow-sure in France
Isola 2000
Isola 2000 is the highest ski resort in the region - up to 2,610 m altitude and thus much more snow-reliable than Limone. The French ski area offers modern lifts and varied slopes.
Canyoning, Climbing, Mountain Biking
The Roya Valley is an outdoor paradise that many don't know. Canyons for canyoning, via ferrata with history, enduro trails at pro level. All 20-45 minutes from Airole.
Family Climbing Park
Parco Avventura Airole
Adventure park in the forest above Airole with various climbing routes between the trees. Zip lines, suspension bridges, and platforms for different difficulty levels. Operated by Pro Loco Airole. Reservation required.
Gorges, pools and adventure
Canyoning in Roya Valley
The Roya Valley offers several canyons for canyoning at various levels. The Maglia Canyon was considered one of Europe's most beautiful with turquoise pools, slides and jumps. Changed after Storm Alex 2020, but still impressive.
Training ground of champions
Enduro & MTB in Roya Valley
The Roya Valley is the training ground of French Enduro champions. The race "Le Loup du Bois Noir" takes place annually in Breil-sur-Roya. Rocky single tracks, switchbacks through the forest - up to 3,000-4,000 meters of descent per day possible.
Via ferrata with history
Via Ferrata Tende
A via ferrata with history: The route passes the castle ruins of the Counts Lascaris and the Saint-Sauveur chapel, with panoramic views of medieval Tende. Himalayan bridges, monkey bridges and two ziplines over 100m.
Accro des Merveilles
Adventure Park Casterino
Adventure park in a larch forest at the entrance to Mercantour National Park. 11 courses with 150 stations up to 14m height. Ziplines up to 200m long and 40m above ground - adventure for the whole family.
Climbing & MTB above the sea
Finale Ligure
Finale Ligure is one of Europe's most famous climbing areas - hundreds of routes in limestone cliffs above the sea. Also legendary for mountain bikers: The trails here are world-renowned and attract pros from around the globe.
Good to know
Monaco & Nice
Parking expensive and scarce. Park in Menton or Cap d'Ail, take the train.
Skiing
Check snow conditions beforehand. On weekends, many come from Turin and Genoa.
Canyoning
Always with a guide - mandatory and sensible. Equipment provided. Season June-October.
Providers
Bureau des Guides du Mercantour (Tende), Canyon & Merveilles (Breil). Advance booking recommended.
Ready for Your Adventure?
Plan your stay and experience the diversity of the Ligurian Riviera and the French hinterland.