STREET WORKOUT: WHERE CAN YOU DO YOUR FAVOURITE OUTDOOR SPORT IN NICE?

Sea, sport and sun…. Nice offers the ideal setting and temperatures to enjoy outdoor sports and keep fit as summer approaches. Whether you’re a keen sports fan, an amateur or a weekend warrior in search of beautiful scenery, we’ll take you on a tour of some of the French Riviera’s must-see spots that combine sport, history and panoramic views.

Square Jean Baptiste Carpeaux

Located close to the magnificent Temple of Diana, which dominates Nice Nord (Nice’s northern district), Square Jean Baptiste Carpeaux is a haven of peace where fitness enthusiasts come to train. The park not only offers panoramic views over the city, but also a range of strength training machines. A calm and peaceful environment, where you can enjoy the perfect blend of fitness and serenity!

Parc d’Estienne d’Orves

Situated on the Colline Saint Philippe, this large natural park offers a wild and little-explored setting in Nice. Among the vegetation is a thousand-year-old olive tree. It’s the ideal place for a less conventional run or street workout, surrounded by nature. From up there, the view over the Bay of Angels, the airport and the hills is simply magnificent. A perfect place to align body and mind.

Gairaut Canal

Gairaut Canal is a favourite spot for the locals, especially joggers. Over a distance of almost two kilometres, this path along the canal has been laid out with a fitness trail, offering a unique view of the city and the Colline du Chateau (Castle Hill). Small stone bridges, benches, olive and fig trees punctuate the trail, inviting you to take a well-deserved break after your workout. A stone’s throw from the Canal is the Gairaut waterfall, well worth the trip.

Colline du Château (Castle Hill)

This is the ideal place to enjoy a cardio workout (500-step climb) while doing some street workout. This spot is ideal for those who enjoy exercising in a natural setting. As you climb the stairs to the Parc de la Colline du Château, you’ll be rewarded with a spectacular view of the famous Promenade des Anglais and the city’s skyline. You can also take the green paths that lead to the Cascade de Casteu waterfall, a hidden gem in the heart of the city.This is the ideal place to enjoy a cardio workout (500-step climb) while doing some street workout. This spot is ideal for those who enjoy exercising in a natural setting. As you climb the stairs to the Parc de la Colline du Château, you’ll be rewarded with a spectacular view of the famous Promenade des Anglais and the city’s skyline. You can also take the green paths that lead to the Cascade de Casteu waterfall, a hidden gem in the heart of the city.

Parc du Ray

Parc du Ray covers an area of 3 hectares and offers plenty of opportunities for sports enthusiasts! With 476 trees of 97 different species, it’s a unique natural setting. The Mouchan garden play area offers adventure activities, while a 380 m² area reserved for dogs allows them to stretch their legs. For walkers, a large meadow and a 10-metre-wide central path are reserved for gentler forms of exercise. An interesting fact: part of the south stand of the old stadium has been integrated into the park, adding a touch of Nice history to this green space.

Street Workout Park

In the Libération district, a stone’s throw from rue Vernier, you’ll find a street workout park perfect for all sports fans. This urban space offers three training facilities right in the heart of the city – pull-up bars, parallel bars and an abdominal bench – the winning trio for training outdoors.

Mercantour Sports Complex

The Nice Mercantour Sports Complex offers a wide variety of activities for all ages. With 5 qualified fitness instructors, the complex focuses mainly on fitness, offering cardio and strength training equipment. But children can do sports here too! What’s more, themed events are often organised to make the sessions even more entertaining and create real opportunities to get together with other sports enthusiasts.

Promenade des Anglais

If the sea view is what motivates you, the unrivalled Promenade des Anglais and Ruba Capéu, stretching from the airport to the Port of Nice, are the perfect setting for your best jogs and afternoon bike rides/roller-skating sessions, with over 10 kilometres of trails.

And after the workout, it’s time to relax. If you’re looking to soak up some sun and relax on the beach, check out our guide to the best private beaches in Nice!