01 · Coastal crossing
Nice, Menton and Sanremo.
Follow the coastline through Èze and Menton, crossing into Italy for a taste of Sanremo.
Route overview by Strava · The day may adapt to weather, road access and group energy.
France · Côte d’Azur
Nice Côte d’Azur
Coastal roads, Riviera villages and climbs that rise from the Mediterranean, with six distinct routes from Nice.
Destination
Nice · French Riviera
Format
6 road days
Road character
Coast & hill climbs
On-road support
Alps2Go vehicle
The experience
From Mediterranean blue to mountain roads.
On the French Riviera, every riding day can feel different. Steep climbs rise almost straight from the Mediterranean, while coastal roads offer an easier rhythm and views that invite a stop.
We’ll explore Nice, Antibes, Cannes and Menton, and venture over the Italian border towards Sanremo—because no trip to Italy is complete without some real gelato. The route atlas pairs these coast days with climbs including Èze and Col de la Madone.
Away from the bike, we can wander through picturesque towns such as Èze and Saint-Paul-de-Vence, enjoy the local food and settle into the Riviera’s outdoor pace. A separate, longer excursion to Mont Ventoux can be discussed for riders who want to add that Tour de France landmark; it is not one of the six mapped rides below.
The result is a week that balances serious cycling with time to enjoy the places between the climbs.
Route atlas · 6 days
Climbs above the Côte d’Azur.
Six suggested riding days. The final route and order depend on weather, open roads and the group’s energy.
02 · Classic hills
Èze and Col de la Madone.
Climb from the sea into the hills on two of the Riviera’s best-known cycling roads.
Route overview by Strava · The day may adapt to weather, road access and group energy.
03 · West along the sea
Antibes and Cannes.
Ride west from Nice through the coastal towns, with time to find a comfortable tempo between stops.
Route overview by Strava · The day may adapt to weather, road access and group energy.
04 · Inland loop
Col de Braus and Menton.
Leave the shoreline for the folds of the inland hills, then return through Menton and back toward Nice.
Route overview by Strava · The day may adapt to weather, road access and group energy.
05 · Village roads
Carros and Vence.
Explore the quieter roads around Carros and Vence on a day that balances climbing with village stops.
Route overview by Strava · The day may adapt to weather, road access and group energy.
06 · Day excursion
Gorges du Verdon.
A separate full-day excursion through the dramatic Verdon landscape, adding a different side of Provence to the week.
Route overview by Strava · The day may adapt to weather, road access and group energy.
Support on the road
How the week works
Ride freely. Keep support close.
Our vehicle keeps spare layers, food and water nearby and gives the group a practical way to adapt the day when needed.
01
Prepare
Check the forecast, road access and route before rolling out.
02
Ride
Climb at a sustainable pace and regroup at agreed points.
03
Adapt
Change the plan when weather, fatigue or road conditions call for it.
Beyond the route line
The best days carry on after the ride.
A coffee in Nice, lunch by the sea, a village wander and a little Italian gelato give the week its Riviera character.
Start planning
Shape your Riviera ride.
Tell us how much climbing you want, which towns you hope to see and whether a longer excursion belongs in your week.
Ready to talk routes?
We’ll discuss fitness, bike setup, the daily rhythm and how support should work for your group.
Plan a Riviera cycling trip