We had great times ascending this path (about 2 km in 1.5 hours on slow pace). Some people like to take the bus from the Èze train station to the Èze village, then walk downward, but we opted for the climbing. The ascending is challenging, and adequate shoes are highly recommended. Only the first (sea level) part is easy. The rest of the path is scattered with stones and uneven rock stairs. The scenery is truly paying off all the effort!

Before my day trip to Eze I was reading some advice on what to do and how :). I like to treasure advices but usually I like to take my ownway :) and make it unique. I left Antibes by train towards Eze Gare and I let myself lead by instinct and well ooo my :) I’ve found the Nietzsche path just crossing the street and get adventured. Such a beautiful hike that will take you up to the Eze Village and just exploring those magical streets will lead you to the Exotique Jardin and the panorama is breathtaking. Well but if you want to miss all the adventure take the 83 bus up to the village get around and return with 82 to Nice Vauban :)

Great way to get from the train station to Eze village. It is a bit more of a hike than I expected with a few sections that some will find hard. The views are fantastic though. It took us about 50 minutes to reach the top. Much nicer than taking the bus though!

Incredible view. Incredible atmosphere. Feels, like you moved 300 years ago. And when you climb - this feeling continues. BUT: - Wear appropriate shoes. Route has lots of uncovered areas. - Take water - Keep in mind, that climbing takes about 40-60 mins. There is not a lot of places to seat. But there are enough shadow. - If you are going with old people, consider taking car to get up. And descend by foot.

This is not an easy climb and will take a well over an hour to get to the top. Please please please dress as if you were going to the gym, I wish I had! You can always take an outfit with you to change into or get the bus to Eze and hike down. Have good walking or hiking shoes on (I saw far too many people in sandals risking an injury!) the stones are slippy so you’ll need something with grip and take plenty of water. It’s worth the hike and the views are breathtaking! The hike down is a much more manageable 30-40 mins, but again watch out for slippy rocks.

Very picturesque — and difficult — hike down from old Eze to the train station. Strongly recommend bringing tennis shoes or hiking shoes. The terrain is very uneven and rocky, and I almost twisted an ankle several times. I’m glad we went down instead of up, but we certainly passed plenty of folks doing the difficult hike up. We also saw lots of people in sandals, so hey, I guess it’s possible.

Trail going from the beach up to the small village of Eze. Quite challenging, steep, uphill, but paved steps for the majority of it. Fun hike, took under an hour to get to the top. Cute village to walk around in at the top as well.

Absolutely beautiful hike with stunning views. If you go down like we did from the village, I think it would be much easier than going uphill. And when going downhill, you get to look out over the Mediterranean for the whole hike and have an amazing view.

A great walk but it’s a steep one. 135 floors worth of climbing. One hour up if you’re fit/young and 35 minutes down. Decent trainers will be okay in the dry but the rocks are worn smooth in places. You’ll need a water bottle. Eze is worth the climb.

Beautiful hike from Eze train station to Eze village during the sunny day. The view is stunning when hiking up to the top. You can see the very blue ocean with tons of boats in the bay. The path is actually quite challenging because most of the part is made of small rocks. However, it’s totally worth the effort! The hike is around one hour. You can take train from Nice to Eze and hike to the top. You can take the Uber back to Nice as it may be tired to walk this path again. Highly recommend this place!

Great trail to break a sweat. Bring good shoes and water. Understand you will want to look your best for the village of Eze, but it's not worth being uncomfortable as this is not an easy hike. Takes about 45 minutes without breaks and includes lots of loose rocks and steps. There is a path that cuts to the right after you pass the house near the top (you can't miss it). There is a nice waterfall to check out and cool off with.

It's a challenging path that runs for 2120 meters. Most of it is unpaved as it runs through the forest and up the mountain until you've circled all the way around to the medieval village of Eze. It's worth it for the views but be sure to take your time and wear descent walking/hiking shoes it the surface can get quite pointy.

Nice walk, but be mindful it’s a good hour each way. The path is uneven, but you get some decent views along the way. There is also a bus for €1.50 (86). Would recommend getting that on the way up and walking back down. Well worth the experience at the top.

Loved this hike and my dog was thrilled. Though I'm glad it was December and not July. Straight uphill for nearly an hour!

Extraordinary experience and stunning views. After visiting the Eze Village this path is a must. The easy way is the going down to Eze beach but if you are in a really good shape the way up to the old town can be a nice challenge. Dont forget some water and comfortable shoes.

I was expecting a secluded beach only can be reach by hiking, after a long hot hike end up being very disappointed, there is no shade at all on the beach, all plants were in the private properties. Maybe it will be much better if it’s not on a hot summer day in the high season.

Omg what a beautiful walk to a STUNNING village. Make sure you wear sturdy shoes for the hike!! It's so worth the the trip. Eze is absolutely gorgeous! Highly recommended this little day trip away from Nice. I recommend going early to avoid the crowds. Especially if you want to see the botanical gardens :) €6 for entry.

I found this super steep, I’m not a hiker and had to stop a few times. Recommend really proper shoes! The ground is uneven and my watch calculated 350 calories and 97 flights of stairs. Looking back, I would have rather of walked down as when I arrived in Eze I was hot hot! The walk was beautiful, some shade spots and gusts of winds. Amazing bird noises. You have to do it one way while you’re here.

A short but challenging and beautiful hike! If you plan to do this please make sure you pack some hiking shoes and plenty of water and maybe a change of clothes because you will be sweating a ton by the time you reach the top. The trail is very steep at times and very rugged basically from top to bottom, but the views and nature are worth it. I would not recommend this trail for children under 12

One of my best hiking experience so far! I would definitely recommend the way down so you can better enjoy the view of the sea side!

very nice view once you're up there

stunning views of the cote d'azur - it takes a long time to walk up, and is very rocky and steep, but it is well worth it.

We hike this path every time we are in the south of France. This year we will hike up to the top, then rest and eat lunch, then hike back down and jump into the sea. This area is pure bliss. We love it.

I can’t recommend this hiking trail enough! The distance is relatively short at just two kilometers, but the ascent of 400 meters in elevation makes it quite challenging. What truly sets this hike apart is the breathtaking view of the ocean. It’s like walking on a postcard! The trail is dotted with large rocks, which add a level of difficulty but also contribute to its unique charm. Good footwear is definitely recommended. The highlight—quite literally—is reaching the charming village of Eze. After completing the challenging part of the hike, you can relax and explore the local culture here. Cafés, small shops, and historical buildings make it a perfect place to unwind. Getting There: Access is incredibly straightforward. From the center of Nice, take bus 607 directly to Gare Eze station, which serves as the starting point for the hike. The ride takes approximately 30 minutes. The best part is that once you reach Eze, you can catch a direct bus back to Nice. Plan for about 50 minutes to an hour for the hike—the time will fly by. I recommend to start down and hike up to Eze. Going down from Eze could be a bit cumbersome. In summary, this is an absolutely must-visit trail that offers both natural beauty and the charming village of Eze. A must for any nature lover and hiking enthusiast! Discovering this wonderful trail is absolutely worth it. Five stars are most certainly justified!

Nice path that we took asking down and going back with bus 83. Nice views but avoid hot hours during summer.

I took the train along the coast line from Cannes to Eze-sur-mer. I was to meet my cousin Natalie and her son at a plaza in Eze. She told me what bus to take but when I exited the train station I saw people heading down the road. I followed and came across Chemin de Nietzsche. What a surprise! I had read Nietzsche as a young man and coming across this path took me back to those days. I climbed the path up to Eze. As I had some spare time I visited the Fragonard Perfume Museum.

Very beautiful path and views up from the Eze train station/ beach to the medieval Village (and down the other way around)! Took about an hour from me to climb up to the village. Not for small children, elderly people or people in bad physical shape. If its hot and sunny, a water bottle or two is a must. Good shoes (e.g. running shoes) recommended as the path is rocky. Most people will find coming down way easier and faster (approx. 40-45 min) than climbing up. Nevertheless, descending may be difficult and painful for people with knee injuries as they will be strained a lot.

Had second doubts about doing this walk to Eze sur mer after reading some reviews. Decided to go down and glad we did. Not hard if you are reasonable fit. A clear and clean sea awaits you to cool down.