France, Var, France
Red volcanic rock plunges into azure sea along this coastal corniche below the Esterel massif.
Length
25 km
In miles
15.5 mi
Driving time
38 min
Atlas rating
8.9 / 10
The run
Saint-Raphael to Mandelieu-la-Napoule, following the N98. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Open year round in normal conditions, with the usual care after rain or frost.
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Last reviewed 23 June 2026
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