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Colline du Château

Colline du Château
Photo: Florian Pépellin, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Colline du Château is a public park on the hill above the old town. It contains the remains of a medieval castle and several terraces with open views. Paths connect the different lookout points and gardens.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 12 of Grand Tour of France: Paris to Nice in 14 Days

Visiting Colline du Château: what to know

Tickets
Free entry.
Time needed
1 to 2 hours.
Best time
Early morning or late afternoon for clearer views.
Getting there
Elevator from the old town or stairs from the port.

Nice itineraries with Colline du Château

Day 12 of Grand Tour of France: Paris to Nice in 14 Days

Nice: the old town

How Colline du Château fits into a day.
  1. 9:00Cours Saleya MarketNice
  2. 10:30Vieux NiceNice
  3. 13:00Colline du ChâteauNice
  4. 17:00Promenade des AnglaisNice
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Colline du Château FAQs

How do you reach Colline du Château?

An elevator runs from the old town near Place Rossetti. Visitors can also walk up the 200 steps from the port area.

What can you see from Colline du Château?

The terraces give views over the Promenade des Anglais, the old town and the port. On clear days the Alps are visible to the north.

Are there facilities on Colline du Château?

A small museum covers the history of the site. Toilets and a cafe are available near the main entrance.

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