The Maybourne Riviera's Guide to Active Adventures

With over 300 days of sunshine a year, our sheltered corner of the South of France enjoys balmy days all year round for walking, hiking and cycling. Walk the Promenade Le Corbusier, a picturesque coastal pathway named after the famous architect, from Cap-Martin to Monaco, pausing to admire his modernist masterpieces along the way, or follow the Tour du Mont Agel trail – a 9.2 kilometre loop starting in Peille – for sweeping views of the coastline from Cannes to Menton. The Alpes-Maritimes are a haven for pro and amateur cyclists, too, with miles of diverse tracks to discover, from Col de la Madone with its hairpin turns and sharp gradients, to the more scenic ride from Nice to Cap d’Antibes.

The warmth and clarity of the Mediterranean Sea in the summer months invites you to swim, sail and dive, bay hopping from secluded coves to buzzing beach clubs, or exploring ancient shipwrecks in The Var and snorkelling amongst the vibrant seagrass meadows at Paloma Beach in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. Sailing in the South of France is one of the most serene ways to discover this storied coastline, but if you’re craving a kick of adrenaline amidst the tranquil blue, the variety of water sports on offer will thrill the most intrepid adventurer, from water-skiing, wakeboarding and windsurfing to rafting in the Gorges du Loup.