Gréolières 1400 Complete guide to the nearest station the sea
1,400 m altitude · 21 km from the sea · 1 hour from Nice. 30 km of ski slopes in winter, paragliding, canyoning and Gréo'Luge all year round. The most accessible resort in the Alpes-Maritimes.
Perched on 1,400 metres altitude on the Cheiron massif, Gréolières 1400 is the ski resort closest to the Mediterranean coast. Barely an hour's drive from Nice, 45 minutes from Grasse - an exceptional sea-to-mountain altitude difference in half a day.
But to dismiss Gréolières 1400 as just a ski resort would be a mistake. The resort and its village are thriving all year round thanks to a diverse range of outdoor activities: paragliding, canyoning in Gorges du Loup neighbourhoods, GR4 hiking trail, mountain biking, and the famous year-round Gréo'Luge on rails.
It is also the main site of our Ailéments paragliding school Since 2013. Take-off at 1,800m, view of the Bay of Angels, 1,000m altitude difference: exceptional conditions 11 months a year (except January).
Gréolières 1400 reputation in 2024 (formerly Gréolières-les-Neiges), the resort is now embracing its all-year-round identity. This comprehensive guide will help you plan your visit, whether in winter or summer.
Ski season · December to March
30 km of slopes 1 hour from Nice
The Gréolières 1400 ski area stretches from 1,400 to 1,800 metres above sea level in the Cheiron massif. It features 26 slopes for all ability levels, 9 ski lifts and 76 snow guns to ensure a reliable season.
Ski area
26 tracks
All levels from beginner to expert
4 green · 10 blue · 8 red · 4 black. 30 km of skiing in total, 9 ski lifts, 76 snow cannons over 4 km.
Package from 27 €/jour per adult. Equipment on-site. Season: mid-December to end of March.
Alternative slide
Nordic
Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing
Cross-country ski tracks and snowshoe trails on the Cheiron plateau. Views of Baie des Anges from 1,600m.
Ideal for discovering the mountains in a different way, as a family or as a couple.
Winter transport
Bus ZOU! 652 + Shuttle
Ski season only: ZOU! 652 from Grasse SNCF and Snow Shuttle from Antibes.
Out of ski season: a car is essential. Large free car park at the foot of the slopes.
Outdoor 4 seasons
Paragliding, canyoning and Gréo'Luge: the resort is alive all year round
Gréolières 1400 does not go into hibernation after March. It is our main website Ailéments paragliding school since 2013, with a range of outdoor activities for all the family from spring to autumn.
Ailéments main site
Paragliding · 1,800 m takeoff
Flights all year round except January. Take-off at 1,800m, altitude difference 1,000m, landing in the village. Panoramic view of the Baie des Anges and the Azur Prealps.
Christenings from €100 (Child flight) up to €250 (Prestige). Winter ski-flying for experienced pilots.
All-year-round roller coaster (except for maintenance). Thrills guaranteed for the whole family.
Ideal after a hike, a paragliding taster session, or a canyoning descent. Minimum age: from 8 years to pilot alone.
Ailéments in Gréolières
Our paragliding school since 2013
Ailéments main site from the outset. FFVL-certified school, DEJEPS instructors, Alpha 7 / Mentor / Sigma approved equipment. Over 6,000 volumes completed without serious accident.
Workshop of paraglider revision on-site (partner Aerotech). Ideal for trainees from all over PACA and Var.
Do you have a question? Contact us you call the 06 87 68 71 90.
Gréolières 1400 is the most easily accessible resort in the Alpes-Maritimes from the coast. It’s 1 hour from Nice, 45 minutes from Grasse and 2 hours from Toulon.
From Nice (1h · A8)
A8 towards Cannes, exit 48, then the RD436 → RD6 → RD3 to the village of Gréolières, then the RD2 and RD802 to the resort. A scenic route via the Gorges du Loup.
From Cannes / Grasse (45 min)
Via Grasse, following the signs for "Gréolières" through the Grasse region. Scenic route between vines and olive trees, ideal for a relaxing day.
Auberge Alpina, Zoélieres, Gîte des Deux Roches, La Maison du Loup. Accommodation for paragliding trainees on 5-day courses is available. Book in advance during the ski season.
A lovely morning at Gréolières 1400: ski touring and paragliding.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the Gréolières 1400
Skiing, paragliding, canyoning, accommodation, transport: everything to help you plan your visit.
Where is Gréolières 1400 located?
Gréolières 1400 is located in the Cheiron massif, in the Alpes-Maritimes (06620), at 1,400 metres above sea level.
It is the The ski resort closest to the Mediterranean coast Only 21 km in a straight line from the sea.
How do I get to Gréolières 1400 from Nice?
To count approximately 1 hour's drive. Take the A8 towards Cannes, exit 48, then the RD436, RD6 and RD3 to the village of Gréolières, then the RD2 and RD802 to the resort.
From Cannes/Grasse : 45 minutes via Grasse. Since Toulon 2 hours.
Why Gréolières 1400 and Gréolières-les-Neiges?
The station was renamed in 2024 to embrace its 4 seasons identity. The figure 1,400 refers to the altitude (1,400 m).
The new name communicates that the resort is also open in the summer: paragliding, canyoning, hiking, Gréo'Luge.
What is the ski area of Gréolières 1400?
30 km of slopes (1,400-1,800 m above sea level), 26 tracks (4 green, 10 blue, 8 red, 4 black), 9 ski lifts, 76 snow cannons covering approximately 4 km.
Package from 27 €/jour per adult. Ski season mid-December to end of March.
Is paragliding allowed at Gréolières 1400?
Yes, it's the Ailéments school’s main website. Take-off at 1,800 m, altitude difference 1,000 m, panoramic view of the Baie des Anges and the Pre-Alps.
Flights all year round except in January (winter conditions). Taster sessions from €100Child flight) up to €250 (Prestige Flight). See Paragliding school Nice.
What is the Gréoluge?
A All-year-round roller coaster (excluding maintenance). Fun activity for the whole family, thrills guaranteed.
Ideal after a hike or a paragliding taster session.
What other activities are there nearby?
Canyoning in Gorges du Loup (from 10 years, €55), GR4 hiking, mountain biking, Parc Naturel des Préalpes d'Azur. The medieval village of Gourdon (760 m) and the Monts d'Azur Reserve are nearby.
Paragliding + canyoning combo for €190. A must-see: Pont du Loup.
Yes Auberge Alpina, Zoélieres, Gîte des Deux Roches, La Maison du Loup. Book in advance during ski season.
Accommodation possibilities for paragliding trainees (teens-adults) on a 5-day course.
Are there public transport options?
Ski season only: ZOU! Line 652 (Grasse SNCF → station) and Snow Shuttle from Antibes.
Outside of ski season, a car is essential. Large free car park at the foot of the slopes.
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Article written byPierre-Yves Fenet · Ailéments
Paragliding DEJEPS Instructor, founder of'Accessories in 2013. 19 years of FFVL experience, with over 6,000 flights completed. The school has been based at Gréolières since 2013 and knows the site like the back of its hand.
4 reasons to choose the Gréolières 1400 for your next getaway.
1
The nearest station to the sea
21 km of coastline, 1 hour from Nice, 45 minutes from Grasse. Sea and mountains on the same day — unique in France.
2
4 seasons of outdoor activities
Ski mid-December to March (30 km of pistes), paragliding 11 months/year (except January), canyoning Gorges du Loup May-October, Gréo'Luge all year round.
3
Ailéments’s main website since 2013
FFVL approved school, DEJEPS instructors, +6,000 flights without serious accident. Take-off 1,800m, view of the Baie des Anges.
4
Accessible and affordable
1 hour from Nice via the A8, free parking. Ski pass from 27 €/day, Paragliding baptism from €100, discovery canyoning from €55.
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