THE COLMIAN
The multi-activity resort

La Colmiane is a family-friendly ski resort with 30 downhill ski runs for all levels, as well as 10 km of cross-country ski trails.
In summer, La Colmiane transforms into an ideal destination for outdoor activities. Enjoy hiking trails, mountain bike trails, horseback riding, climbing and zip lines.

Located in the commune of Valdeblore, the family resort of La Colmiane is only 1 hour from the coast.
Winter and summer alike, La Colmiane remains the favourite amusement park for families wanting to have fun in the fresh air.
In winter, it is a skier's paradise with its ski resort and all the mountain sports activities.
Discover throughout the year: the largest zip line in France, summer sledging, the Mercantour Farm, hiking, the Via Ferrata du Baus, the Colmiane Forest tree climbing and mountain bike trails, paragliding flights ...
It is a multi activity resort.

 

Ski resort
Skiing on nice

Valdeblore colmiane CR tourist office ValdebloreWinter, 30 km of downhill ski slopes and 1 snow park allow beginners and experienced skiers to experience intense sliding sensations.
For children, the French ski school ESF with its "Piou-Piou" club accompanies their first descents.

Summer at La Colmiane

In summer, there's nothing to be bored of! At La Colmiane everyone will find something to do.

What to do in the mountains

CR Office de tourisme La Colmiane Valdeblore

Whether you are a thrill-seeker, a sports fan or just want to share a moment with friends, the choice is yours:

- accrobranche Colmiane Forest,
- the longest summer toboggan in France,
- the tyrolienne
- mountain bike trails,
- via-ferrata,
- mini-golf,
- swimming pool and spa
- rock climbing,
- paragliding,
- canyoning,
- horse riding,
- hiking
- hiking with Blore donkeys

 

The Tyrolean traverse

Winter and Summer, only on reservation, the biggest tyrolienne of France stretches on 2663 meters of descent and sensations!
The departure is made at 1776 meters and the arrival at 1489 meters for 300 meters of unevenness at more than 130 km/h head first... Chiche ?

what to do in nice

CR Tourist Office Valdeblore

Solo and even in duet, ideal to exchange your emotions and impressions of flying over the mountain.

In winter too, you can soar like a bird at La Colmiane.
Skiers can leave their equipment at the start and pick it up at the finish with an ingenious trolley system. Have fun, we're thinking of your comfort!

- Solo flight, access from 12 years old, weight greater than 35 Kg and less than 120 Kg.
- Duo flight, access from 8 years old, weight greater than 30 Kg and less than 95 Kg.
For children from 8 to 11 years old, compulsory presence of an accompanying adult (over 18 years old).

A detachable chairlift allows you to climb quickly to 1800 metres and enjoy a unique view of the Vésubie and Valdeblore valleys!

unusual activities

CR Tourist Office Valdeblore

Summer sledge

With your family, your children, your friends, this activity is not to be missed!

Between June and September, take your place in the sledge and let yourself slide down 1670 metres. Laughter and excitement guaranteed, with its 400 vertical drops, 22 bends, covered at a maximum speed of 42km/h.

Accessible from 3 years old (with an accompanying adult over 15 years old) from 12€.

Open every day in July and August, only at weekends in June and September.

Mountain sport activity

Summer sledge

 

Mercantour Farm

Marc de la ferme du Mercantour offers different activities depending on the season.
In winter , discover the following activities:
- Walks: The farm offers rides to discover the resort by sleigh or horse-drawn carriage.
- Ski Joëring: a new sliding sensation, behind a horse on your skis, have fun taking bumps, slaloms or strolls.
This activity can be enjoyed solo or in pairs. Don't hesitate to take an apple or a carrot.

The year-round activities
- Meet the farm animals: goats, sheep, cows, chickens, horses, pigs ...
- Taste their local products made on the spot

Mercantour Farm contact:
Marc: 06.18.97.03.59 - E-mail: marc.ducrez@gmail.com

 

Walking tours

 

Fans of nature and sport will love hiking at La Colmiane.
Alone or in groups, with or without a guide, the pleasure of the eyes is guaranteed.
Various hiking routes are available, depending on the level of difficulty and duration (from 2 to 5 hours).
Here are some of them:

- Le baus de la frema
- Le conquet
- Le circuit du seuil
- Les granges de rouagnes
- Le col de la madeleine
- Le circuit de l'ancienne frontière
- Le caire gros
- La traversé du pépoiri

Our favourite : Lac des Millefonts

 

Hiking at La Colmiane

Lac des Millefonts CR tourist office La Colmiane


One of the most beautiful hikes
, discovering the 5 lakes of Millefonts, at the foot of the Mercantour Park.
At an altitude of 2,200 metres, discover an incredible landscape. A breathtaking viewof the Molière valley and the lakes on arrival at the Col du Barn.
A hike designed to meet and connect with nature.

You can park your car at the start of the hike, Veillos car park

The Via Ferrata of the Baus

La colmiane activity via ferrata

The Baus footbridge

Between hiking and climbing, the Via Ferrata du Baus will make you discover La Colmiane from another angle.
A 1,600m long itinerary, the via ferrata combines alpine and wilderness hiking.
With 6 escape routes, one of which is very aerial, you will use cables, ramps and ladders along the way.

The circuit lasts between 4 and 5 hours, with a classic route and a more difficult variant with a difference in altitude of 450 metres.
This route requires a sporting performance and a challenge to surpass oneself.
The most beautiful view from the Baus de la Frema, at an altitude of 2,248 metres, is at stake.

If you wish, you can be accompanied by a high mountain guide:
GILLES Sébastien : sebgille@wanadoo.fr Tel 06.74.94.28.48

This via ferrata is not accessible to all:
- Minimum height 1m45 and 40kg of weight (safety harness)
- The access fee is 5.50 €.

Tree climbing, Colmiane Forest

In the heart of the Mercantour National Park, discover Colmiane Forest!
With a total of 5 courses of different levels, this sporty leisure activity is ideal for fun with family or friends.
The activity is accessible from 3 years old from 1 metre, from 10 €.
Accompanied by an adult for 3/5 year olds.
Open every day in July and August, weekends in June and September.

Activities to do on the Vesubius

Accrobranche La colmiane

 

Mountain bike trails

La Colmiane offers 2 green and blue downhill slopes and 19 mountain bike circuits;
Join the slopes with the Pic chairlift.

2 bike park trails are available from the summit:
- the green trail is 5 km long and has a 300 m drop
- the blue trail is 3 km long and has a 300 m drop.

All you have to do is follow the signs.

The routes of the 19 mountain bike tours are accessible to a large number of people and are of a very high quality.
A trail that can be ridden on 2 wheels, all you have to do is choose the model: enduro mountain bike, electric mountain bike;

Go down to the heart of the Vésubie and Valdeblore valleys!

Prices Summer lift pass

- One way ticket + 12 years old : 6 €
- ½ day + 12 years old : 9 € ( from 1pm)
- Day ticket + 12 years old : 14 €
- Season package + 12 years old : 100 €

Open daily in July and August, weekends in June and September.

Paragliding flights

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View of the village of La Colmiane

From June 1st to mid September, fly over La Colmiane in a paraglider. You can do first flights or paragliding courses.
Enjoy the landscape and the pure mountain air.
For first flights, you will fly in pairs with your instructor.

Sensational activities, feet in the air and hair in the wind, with Alain, Nicolas or Gaby, discover freedom in the heart of the Mercantour.

More information on their website https://www.imagin-air.com/

 

 

Other activities: Hiking with donkeys, Swimming pools Spa ...

La Colmiane also offers :

- An 18-hole miniature golf course for families, accessible from the age of 3.
Rate: one round 5 euros
Closed in winter.

- 3 trampolines with Sup'Air Tramp accessible from 2 years old and for the whole family. With the bungee trampoline you can reach up to 7 meters high.
Price: 5 minutes of trampoline 2 euros
Open in July and August: from 10 am to the end of the afternoon - September: open on weekends

- Climbing: For climbers, it is possible to climb the Guy Dufour, Calanques, Millefonts or La Roche sites

- Swimming pool: In summer and winter, enjoy the Valdeblore swimming pool. The pool is covered with a movable roof and a sauna.

- Spa: With Eden Altitude, enjoy a moment of well-being and relaxation. On the programme: sauna, hammam and jacuzzi ...

- hikes with Blore's donkey: Indiana, a donkey enthusiast, offers hikers an original and respectful approach to the mountains, as close to nature as possible. https://anesdeblore.wordpress.com/

 

Hosting

Depending on the length of your stay or your budget, different accommodations are offered to you to find your happiness:

Hotels, hotel residences, guest houses, gîtes, camping sites, furnishedaccommodation...

We recommend that you book in advance, especially for school holidays.

Our favorite Eco-responsible Le Green Ecolodge >

A true haven of peace, the Green offers you a tasty and gourmet cuisine.
On the menu, fresh products harvested by small local producers. You will be able to taste great wine, but also organic tea and fair trade coffee.

The place invites you to meditate, rest and relax. The photos speak for themselves! Their motto is "Planet I protect you"!
Very popular, don't forget to book for the rooms as well as for the restaurant.

The Chalet is located at the foot of the slopes.
ROUTE DE TÉLÉSIÈGE - 06420 COLMIANE TÉL: 04 93 03 00 00

How to get to La Colmiane?

TRANSPORT - ACCESS
La Colmiane is accessible by car from Nice via the :

  • M 6202 direction Digne,
  • M 2205 direction Valdeblore La Colmiane, M2565 to the villages of Valdeblore

By bus, line 90 of Ligne d'Azur allows you to get to Nice in less than 2 hours, from Nice Grand Arénas, close to the airport.
From 3 € Return.