Lagarde-Paréol walks

A pleasant circular starting from Lagarde-Paréol through the Massif d'Uchaux, among forests and vineyards.

Walk in the woods of the Montagne between Sérignan du Comtat and Uchaux.

About ten kilometres north of Orange, in the Haut Vaucluse, the hills of Uchaux conceal a little-known heritage: a chapel and 13th-century "castellas" surrounded by forests and vineyards offering quality wines await you.

Before reaching the plateau overlooking the Rhône valley, offering superb views to the south and north, this route takes you through old sand quarry galleries and part of a surprising drystone shelter trail. At the western end of the plateau stands the fortress of Mornas, which you can see from above but which can be reached by taking a short detour.The only difficulty of this route is its length, as it mainly follows wide forest tracks lined with majestic pine trees.

The winegrowers of Cairanne are proud to offer you this discovery trail through the vineyards. Ideal for an outing with family or friends, this circular will guide you to the heights of the Col du Débat. Throughout your ascent, you will enjoy magnificent views of the village and the surrounding hills. You will then descend through the vineyards towards the Old Village before returning to the Maison du Cairanne.

Set off to explore the Cairanne vineyards with their plots of vines nestled in the woods! Created by the winegrowers of Cairanne, this semi-shaded trail will take you to new heights. The walk begins in the direction of the Col du Débat. You will then take the Route du Feu towards the heights of Montagne de Ventabren. From there, you will enjoy magnificent views of the Dentelles de Montmirail and Mont Ventoux. You will descend through the vineyards to reach the Old Village and return to the Maison du Cairanne.

This circular trail presents no particular difficulties and allows you to explore the old village of Cairanne. The hilltop village is a natural viewpoint over the Dentelles de Montmirail and Mont Ventoux to the east and the Aygues and Rhône valleys to the west. Surrounded by the renowned Côtes du Rhône vineyards, it is also famous for its AOC "Cairanne" wine. From vineyards to woodland, from footpaths to forest tracks, this hike takes you to the Croix du Serre de la Garde, where a 360° panorama awaits you.

An easy route, mostly in the shade, through the forest of the Massif d'Uchaux. The path along DFCI tracks and trails will take you to a former site where raw materials for the manufacture of refractory products were extracted. In the 19th and 20th centuries, the presence of exceptional clay made Bollène a renowned industrial centre. The remains of a system of railways and inclined planes, as well as the buildings of a former factory, are still visible. The excavation of the hill for sand extraction has left galleries that are still open, and lakes now fill the former clay quarries.

Circular route starting from the Roquette car park, Route d’Uchaux (D12). The route is easy, following well-marked paths; part of it follows the GRP® trail markings of the Massif d'Uchaux. The walk circles Derboux, passing by the ruins of its castle with a fine view to the north and towards Suze Castle, before continuing on to Saint-Pierre Chapel.

Route around the remarkable water sources of Camaret-sur-Aygues (Vaucluse) through the Plan de Dieu vineyards.

A small village has sprung up around an imposing abbey. Starting from the old town centre, follow the stony paths that run alongside the vineyards to the lush green groves from which Bouchet takes its name.

A pleasant short walk through landscapes of ochre-coloured canyons filled with pine trees and surprising sand caves to round off the route. The start of the route is marked in yellow. The final section follows a tarmac road and runs alongside an avenue to return to the car park. ‘Former mines’ warning signs are placed along the route for your safety and to ensure you remain vigilant.  

This is a short, easy route that can be enjoyed by families with young children. Almost the entire route is shaded. These old quarries were dug into the hillside to extract sand. They were then used by the Germans during the Second World War to store ammunition. Then, in the 1970s, they were converted into mushroom farms. They are now disused. It should be noted that the first quarries were open-pit. Their locations are marked by the presence of several lakes.

The old quarries are not open to visitors for safety reasons: in this area, do not stray from the paths as there are large holes in the ground. The Massif d'Uchaux offers spectacular views, particularly of Mont Ventoux and the Dentelles de Montmirail.

A pleasant circular walk with magnificent views of the Pre-Alps and the Rhône Valley.

Pleasant 11 km circular route through the forest and vineyards, offering exceptional panoramic views and the pretty village of Cairanne.

A beautiful hike through vineyards and pine forests. Beautiful panoramic views and numerous passages through the undergrowth. Well-marked route (from the hut).

This is a fairly easy walk to the Combe des Amoureux and then on to the plateau of the Rasteau massif before descending to the village of Saint-Roman-de-Malegarde.

Discovering the Roman city of Orange and its heritage with the very famous Antique Theatre (Théâtre Antique), which annually hosts the Chorégies d’Orange festival.

This circular route takes us on a journey through time, via the Château de Chabrières and the troglodytic hamlet of the same name, of which a few traces remain, the unique Grotte de l'Ermite cave, and the village of Barry, part of which has already been beautifully restored. This route keeps us sheltered from the Mistral wind most of the time and often takes us through woodland, offering magnificent panoramic views of the Rhône valley, Mont Ventoux, the Dentelles de Montmirail and the Baronnies. However, be sure to wear sturdy footwear as the terrain is often rocky. There is also a short, somewhat exposed section under the Château de Chabrières. As the Barry massif is criss-crossed by numerous paths, we recommend using the app's GPS.

A very beautiful family circular route between vineyards and forests, ending with a visit to the old village of Visan. Beautiful chapels among the vineyards and magnificent views of the valley.

This is a magical place that attracts many curious visitors. Unfortunately, the routes suggested on the signs are very old and the markings are random. Some trails are not shown on the IGN map. This loop is a good option for finding your way through the multitude of trails and getting a first impression of the site. Superb panoramic views and moving evidence of human occupation of this area from prehistoric times to the 20th century.

A family-friendly trail that explores the troglodyte village of Barry, one of the finest and largest in France.