Cipières is a region in the Alpes-Maritimes department of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, characterized by its diverse and rugged landscapes. It is situated within the Parc Naturel Régional des Préalpes d'Azur, featuring a unique blend of mountainous terrain, picturesque valleys, and karst plateaus. The area overlooks the scenic Loup Valley and faces the Massif du Cheiron, providing varied topography suitable for several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, hiking, and more. This natural setting offers a range of outdoor…
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4.6
(5)
92
riders
44.1km
02:59
690m
690m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10.9km
00:50
110m
120m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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63
riders
73.0km
04:53
1,140m
1,140m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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56
riders
38.8km
03:01
750m
750m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2
riders
21.5km
02:47
930m
930m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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18
riders
14.4km
01:52
540m
540m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5
riders
17.9km
01:30
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9
riders
27.3km
03:04
790m
790m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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4.3
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100
riders
91.5km
05:12
2,110m
2,110m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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119
riders
76.9km
03:53
1,270m
1,270m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

35
riders
116km
06:49
2,880m
2,880m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

33
riders
26.4km
01:36
670m
670m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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42
hikers
13.6km
04:19
550m
550m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26
hikers
11.2km
03:19
320m
320m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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14
hikers
9.49km
02:49
290m
290m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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44
hikers
7.31km
02:45
480m
480m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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23
runners
16.6km
02:35
930m
940m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

15
runners
24.6km
03:59
1,510m
1,510m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
44.6km
06:38
2,240m
2,240m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

10
runners
14.2km
02:21
930m
930m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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6
riders
61.2km
05:05
1,520m
1,520m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12
riders
31.8km
03:01
1,030m
1,030m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
11.3km
00:48
170m
170m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2
riders
16.2km
01:19
320m
320m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Cipières offers a variety of outdoor activities, including touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, hiking, jogging, and gravel biking. The region has more than 30 routes available for exploration. These activities take place within the diverse landscapes of the Parc Naturel Régional des Préalpes d'Azur.
Cipières features numerous hiking trails, with 13 routes available. Popular options include a moderate 3.7-mile [6 km] circular walk between Cipières and Gréolières through the Loup River valley. The region also includes sections of the GR 4 and GR 51 long-distance footpaths. For more details, consult the Hiking around Cipières guide.
Cipières offers diverse cycling routes for touring, road, mountain, and gravel biking. There are 4 road cycling routes and 2 touring cycling routes, some featuring significant climbing. The D3 road through the Gorges du Loup provides scenic views. Explore options in the Cycling around Cipières and Road Cycling Routes around Cipières guides.
Cipières is a suitable base for mountain biking, offering 5 routes with diverse characteristics. Trails range from technical sections to downhill runs, catering to various skill levels. The terrain within the Azur Préalpes provides both physical challenge and scenic views. More information is available in the MTB Trails around Cipières guide.
While specific family-friendly routes are not detailed, the region offers a range of activities that can be adapted for different skill levels. The varied landscapes include moderate hiking loops and less strenuous cycling paths. It is advisable to check individual route details for suitability for families.
Cipières is characterized by its location overlooking the scenic Loup Valley and facing the Massif du Cheiron. It is part of the Parc Naturel Régional des Préalpes d'Azur, featuring karst plateaus like Calern. The region also includes charming medieval villages, such as Cipières itself and nearby Gourdon.
Routes in Cipières vary in difficulty, catering to different experience levels. Some cycling routes, like 'The circuit of the high plateaus' and 'Cipières – Castellaras Pass loop,' are considered hard with significant elevation gain. Moderate hiking options are also available, such as the 'Calern Observatory – Cipières loop' and 'Le Loup – Cipières loop'.
Cipières is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 20,000 visitors having explored its routes. The region's 31 routes have an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 stars, based on over 1,800 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among outdoor enthusiasts.
Komoot offers several guides for Cipières to help plan outdoor adventures. These include Cycling around Cipières, Road Cycling Routes around Cipières, MTB Trails around Cipières, Hiking around Cipières, Running Trails around Cipières, and Gravel biking around Cipières.
The official website for Cipières is cipieres.fr, hosted by the Mairie (Town Hall). For direct contact, the phone number for the Cipières Mairie is +33 4 93 59 96 48. Additional tourism information for the wider region is available through Villages & Vallées d'Azur.
Yes, Cipières offers routes with significant elevation gain, particularly for road and touring cyclists. Examples include 'The circuit of the high plateaus' with 2,264 feet [690 m] of elevation gain over 27.4 miles [44.1 km], and the 'Cipières – Castellaras Pass loop' with 3,117 feet [950 m] of elevation gain over 27.7 miles [44.5 km]. These routes are suitable for cyclists with very good fitness.

