Saint-Étienne-De-Tinée is a mountain village situated in the heart of the Tinée Valley, within France's Alpes-Maritimes department. Located at approximately 1140 meters elevation and bordering the Mercantour National Park, the region offers a diverse landscape ranging from wide green basins and larch forests to steeper, rocky gorges. This varied terrain, characterized by high mountain passes and peaks over 3,000 meters, makes Saint-Étienne-De-Tinée a prominent base for several sports like hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more.
101
Routes
4.6
(244)
Average rating
5524
People visited

4.7
(14)
452
riders
95.9km
06:25
3,180m
3,180m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.7
(3)
250
riders
124km
08:28
3,710m
3,710m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
(5)
246
riders
88.9km
05:46
2,740m
2,740m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
(17)
691
riders
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.9
(11)
225
hikers
17.5km
06:26
980m
980m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
(5)
105
hikers
12.6km
04:42
680m
680m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
(2)
59
hikers
9.48km
04:17
580m
580m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

3
hikers
12.5km
05:28
690m
690m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.7
(3)
26
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.7
(24)
81
riders
15.0km
01:45
570m
570m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(9)
73
riders
40.9km
05:23
1,920m
1,920m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(11)
58
riders
22.2km
02:39
910m
910m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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5.0
(5)
347
riders
64.4km
05:15
2,040m
2,040m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(5)
204
riders
96.7km
07:59
3,160m
3,160m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

75
riders
19.0km
02:24
960m
960m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(1)
60
riders
38.3km
04:23
1,360m
1,360m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(2)
21
riders
25.3km
02:22
630m
630m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
27
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
14
riders
39.8km
03:26
1,000m
1,010m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
26.9km
02:40
1,010m
1,000m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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32
runners
11.7km
01:50
650m
650m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

26
runners
21.6km
03:55
1,660m
1,660m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

20
runners
46.7km
07:58
3,100m
3,100m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

18
runners
9.52km
01:21
380m
380m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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14
hikers
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

10
hikers
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

8
hikers
15.3km
07:18
1,190m
1,190m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

6
hikers
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Saint-Étienne-De-Tinée offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Gravel biking, and Mountaineering. The region features more than 180 routes across these sports. These routes have an average rating of 4.59 out of 5 stars from over 18,000 visitors.
Saint-Étienne-De-Tinée provides access to 79 hiking routes, many within the Mercantour National Park. Popular destinations include trails to Vens Lake and Lake of Rabuons. Hikers can find more detailed information and specific routes in the Hiking around Saint-Étienne-De-Tinée guide.
Saint-Étienne-De-Tinée is a notable destination for road cycling, offering 16 dedicated routes. Cyclists can challenge themselves on iconic climbs such as the Col de la Bonette, known as the highest paved road in Europe. Further details on routes are available in the Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Étienne-De-Tinée guide.
The region around Saint-Étienne-De-Tinée features 26 mountain biking routes, with an additional 4 easy MTB routes. The varied terrain of the Tinée Valley provides diverse options for mountain bikers. Specific trails and information can be found in the MTB Trails around Saint-Étienne-De-Tinée guide.
The Mercantour National Park, accessible from Saint-Étienne-De-Tinée, offers a range of hiking trails suitable for various skill levels. While specific family-friendly routes are not detailed, the diverse selection of over 70 hiking routes includes options for less strenuous walks. The Hiking around Saint-Étienne-De-Tinée guide can assist in finding suitable paths.
The region is home to several notable natural landmarks, including high mountain passes and peaks over 3,000 meters. Key features include the Col de la Bonette, Lake Chaffour, Lake of Rabuons, Mount Férant, and Mount Tinibras. The Tinée River also carves picturesque gorges through the landscape.
Saint-Étienne-De-Tinée is located at the edge of the Mercantour National Park, serving as a gateway to its pristine alpine environment. The park offers numerous hiking trails, allowing visitors to explore its diverse flora and fauna. Peaks like the Gélas, at 3143 meters, are within the park's boundaries.
Saint-Étienne-De-Tinée is a popular destination on komoot, with over 18,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The region's 188 routes across various sports have received an average rating of 4.59 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among outdoor enthusiasts.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Saint-Étienne-De-Tinée to help plan adventures. These include Hiking around Saint-Étienne-De-Tinée, Road Cycling Routes around Saint-Étienne-De-Tinée, and MTB Trails around Saint-Étienne-De-Tinée. Additional guides cover Touring cycling, Running, Gravel biking, and Mountain Hikes.
The official website for the Mairie (Town Hall) of Saint-Étienne-De-Tinée is saintetiennedetinee.fr. This website provides information about the local administration and services. For direct inquiries, the Mairie can be reached at +33 4 93 02 24 00.
Saint-Étienne-De-Tinée is popular for several cycling disciplines. Road cycling is prominent due to iconic climbs like the Col de la Bonette. Mountain biking and touring cycling also thrive, with numerous trails and varied terrain throughout the Tinée Valley. The region offers 16 road cycling, 26 mountain biking, and 22 touring cycling routes.
Yes, Saint-Étienne-De-Tinée is a base for long-distance hikers. The mythical GR 5 long-distance trail crosses through the village. This makes it a suitable stop or starting point for multi-day treks within the Mercantour National Park and surrounding areas.

