Riviera Pebbles Blog: Parc Naturel Départemental d’Estienne d’Orves

Posted on 1st Apr 2019 in Go & Do

Parc Estienne d’Orves

You are still in the heart of Nice, but just by walking uphill for fifteen minutes, the air changes completely, you escape the crowds and you come across the Estienne d’Orves Park. Within these 15 hectares there’s plenty of foliage and magnificent views.

It’s a perfect picnic park; there are picnic benches towards the bottom, as well as toilet facilities and water points at three different points, the park is very accommodating.

Within the park the trail to follow is one that guides you along the history of the park. Discover how the former property of Château Miramar and the land of the heirs of the Estienne d'Orves family turned into Estienne D’Orves Park. Olive trees cover the highest points, leaving traces of the former farm, alongside the collection of impressive protected trees.

With panoramic views in all directions over Nice and the Mediterranean, it is easy to see the attraction of this park. For both tourists and locals this is a popular spot for walking, picnicking and enjoying some peace and quiet above the bustling streets of Nice.

Opening hours
1st April to 31st October: 9am to 7:30pm.
1st November to 31st March: 9am to 6pm.

Access:
From the Promenade des Anglais, take boulevard Gambetta towards the SNCF station. At the top of the avenue, turn left onto Tzaréwitch Boulevard and then Estienne d'Orves Avenue to the parking lot at the entrance to the park.

By bus: lines 64, 75 and T75; to get off at the Beausite stop