Despite not being mentioned in the GR5 guide at all, La Ferme Saint Bernard is a perfect break of the otherwise long stretch from Sospel to Menton (do not underestimate the long and rough descent to Menton!) and a great last stay in the mountains.
It took us only 21 minutes to re-join the GR5 (at the large cow barn) uphill from La Ferme Saint Bernard (960 meters horizontally, +105 meters altitude) with large rucksacks.
There is a small sign showing a shortcut to the reception from the road right after the first house after the hairpin turn of the road (43.82376, 7.50239) that saves you some distance.
You can sleep in a decent dormitory (sheets and pillowcases supplied) or in your own tent.
The nice hostess (Gerliane) serves nice local and homemade food, all drinks can be bought and there is also drinkable tapwater (the only secure location to get water between Sospel and Menton).
Prices are very reasonable and there is a view to the sea from the terrace. We recommend it!
Discovered by chance while browsing the map, this place turned out to be a fantastic surprise. You couldn't ask for more: aperitif, two starters, a first course, a second course, the cheeses, the dessert and limoncello all plentiful and delicious, especially the barbagiuan which were fantastic. Everything is as good as in Italy, including the coffee. Friendly and efficient service. Breathtaking panorama. Adequate price. Thrilling access both uphill and downhill, better in 4x4, on foot or by asking to be transported. Not to be missed.
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