Mercantour National Park Travel Guide

Trek Zone
National park

Facts and practical information

Local name: Parc national du Mercantour Established: 18 August 1979 (45 years ago)Area: 264.48 mi²Visitors per year: 800 thous.Elevation: 3599 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 44°10'53"N, 7°2'53"E
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Provence-Alpes-Côte d'AzurFrance

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Mercantour National Park Top Attractions

Mercantour National Park Attractions - What to See and Explore

Mercantour National Park offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Lac d'Allos, Cime de la Bonette, Ouvrage Restefond, Lacs de Morgon. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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Day trips

Mercantour National Park – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Mercantour National Park, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild (Nice), MAMAC (Nice), Domaine de Terre Blanche.

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  • domaine de terre blanche43 milesS
  • villa kerylos nice36 milesSE
  • pra loup25 milesNW

Best Time To Visit Mercantour National Park

Learn when is the best time to travel to Mercantour National Park weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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January, February and March are the busiest months in this location. Many people also choose to visit in December.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January, February, March and December.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in July. Most of it rains in October.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

Sunrise

Best Ways to Experience the Park

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Wildlife

Animals

See what popular animal species you can meet in this location.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Mercantour National Park?

The top attractions to visit in Mercantour National Park are:

What is the best time to visit Mercantour National Park?

January, February and March are the busiest months in this location. Many people also choose to visit in December. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January, February, March and December.

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