Lourmarin walks

This is a beautiful walk that offers stunning views of the Luberon from the Durance to Mont Ventoux.

An easy walk, partly through woodland and with unobstructed views of the hills of the Grand and Petit Luberon. Only the descent from the “Vallon des Bourras” marker requires some caution: the path is very well marked but the stones are a bit loose. The Aigue Brun ford at the start and finish is not deep and is very shallow, but it can be wide during periods of high water.

Walking loop starting from Cadenet. Pass through the paths and vineyards of Cadenet, then visit the narrow streets of Lourmarin and continue on to the château. Return via the Château de Cadenet.

This is one of my favourite hikes in the Grand Luberon, and you can easily vary the route along the summit. This hike takes you to the summit through several valleys, offering superb views in places. The descent on the oldGR®®9trail is just as interesting for its many views. (TheGR®®9route has now changed slightly.)

A short hike connecting and exploring two pretty Provençal villages. Vaugines was made famous by the film "Manon des Sources", some scenes of which were shot in the church square, lined with hundred-year-old plane trees. Cucuron, considered one of the most beautiful villages in Provence, has preserved its beautiful ancient heritage, built on two hillocks topped with keeps.

Walk through the Mourre-Nègre forest leading to the Luberon ridge. Beautiful view of Mont Ventoux.Descent through a pretty valley.

This circular loop offers beautiful views of Mont Sainte-Victoire and the Durance valley along well-marked and varied paths.

A short, varied hike that alternates between beautiful views, tracks through the heath and the human-scale escarpments of the Luberon.

A magnificent hike with some very pretty views.

This long circuit allows you to discover two of the most beautiful valleys on the southern flank, the ridges and the highest point of the Grand Luberon, as well as the picturesque villages of Vaugines and Cucuron.

Short, easy hike with a steady climb at the start. Views of the Durance, the Luberon and Mont Ventoux. After the hike, you can visit the12th-century Silvacane Abbey with its simple, perfect architecture.

Hike from Silvacane Abbey (worth visiting) and climb up to the ridges for beautiful views of the Luberon, Mont Ventoux and the Alps. The descent through the Castellas valley, which follows the bed of a torrent, is tricky in places but possible in dry weather.

An alternative route around La Roque-d'Anthéron with a 300 m climb to the Rocher du Castellas, which we did not want to go to the end of for safety reasons, although it is quite possible without difficulty (if you are careful). The view from the top is worth the trip.

A walk on the southern slopes of the Luberon above Cucuron. An easy route that includes a visit to the two very pretty villages of Cucuron and Vaugines.

A pleasant little hike offering breathtaking views of the Luberon landscape.

From the Cistercian abbey of Silvacane to the village along the Durance. An easy walk combining history and nature. Moderator's note: this is a fairly old hiking guide; please refer to the comments at the bottom of this page

Come and discover part of the Chaîne des Côtes, a 10 km long and 6 km wide mountain range separating the Touloubre Valley from the Durance, at the exit of the village of La Roque d'Antéron, very close to Silvacane Abbey. The start and finish are in the holiday village of La Baume.

A loop around the green valley of the Aigue Brun, a permanent stream in the Luberon, enclosed by imposing cliffs, passing through Sivergues and the Baume de l'Eau on the way back.

This pleasant walk will allow you to discover the beautiful village of Sivergues and its surroundings while enjoying the coolness along the Aiguebrun and the magnificent site of the Buoux cliffs. It can be done in all seasons and is accessible to all.

A loop that takes you to the hamlet of Seguins along the ridges of the Grand Luberon through Sivergues and Chastelas.

Circuit around the Aigue Brun to see the different aspects of this valley nestled at the foot of the Luberon.

An easy, family-friendly hike in a little-visited mountain range along the refreshing banks of the Durance. 15/05/2024: Route modified in (10) to avoid walking along the D66E.

A very pretty hike offering beautiful views of the northern and southern Luberon, with a passage through a wild ravine.

This third stage takes you through the forests on the southern slopes of the Grand Lubéron. From Cucuron, the route climbs gently northwards across fields, then rises steeply up the wooded flank of the Montagne du Grand Lubéron and, following various valleys, reaches the bare ridge at the small pass of Basse Cabrière, east of the Mourre Nègre, the highest point of the massif. It winds along the ridge and, at its end, drops down the northern slope, then, skirting Mont La Grand Colle, returns south via the Vallat de la Combe d’Apt, before reaching Vitrolles-en-Lubéron.

A varied hike between the Romanesque chapel of Saint-Anne de Goiron and the ridge line of the Côtes mountain range, which offers beautiful panoramic views: from Mont Ventoux to the Massif de l'Étoile and beyond to the Étang de Berre, passing through the mountains of the Haut Verdon.

This second stage is both long and superb! First, you climb the highest point of the Luberon, the Mourre Nègre, alternating between steep paths and gently sloping tracks. Then, you follow the ridges from west to east, always on open terrain with sweeping panoramic views. The (long) descent to Vitrolles is shaded.

This hike starts in the village of Buoux, in the heart of the Luberon massif, and takes you to the banks of the Aiguebrun, at the foot of Fort de Buoux (open to visitors), then through the woods to the impressive cliffs of Buoux, world-renowned for their climbing sites. Once at the foot of these impressive walls, you will walk around them and then along the top, enjoying some breathtaking views of the Vallon de l'Aiguebrun, before returning leisurely to the village.

A short loop from Buoux follows a balcony path above the Aigue Brun valley and returns along the stream.

This walk, mainly under the oak trees of the Luberon, will allow you to discover the numerous stone walls that line the route, a sign of past occupation. You will see an old shell-shaped bridge, the Philippe tower (named after a utopian), a Gallic village, and of course the Grand Luberon with the Mourre Nègre, the Combe de Lourmarin, the Ventoux, the Montagne Sainte-Victoire, and the view of Bonnieux with its two churches.

Bonnieux stands on the northern slope of the Petit Luberon, facing the village of Lacoste. The village is situated on the northern side of the Combe de Lourmarin, which was – and still is – the only road crossing the Luberon. This hilltop village boasts an exceptional panorama stretching from the Petit Luberon to Mont Ventoux, via the Monts du Vaucluse. The village, dominated by its old church flanked by centuries-old cedar trees, offers visitors a wide variety of natural and historical sites. As you wander through its steep, winding alleyways, remarkable mansions, the remains of ramparts, fountains and wash houses come into view.The Tourist Office has set up a heritage route featuring fifteen information panels that trace the history of the village. The route suggested here does not follow it exactly, and the GPS signal was disrupted by the village’s unique layout.

An easy hike offering splendid views of the villages of the Luberon and then the southern slope of the massif. Arrive in the Cedar Forest to complete your knowledge of the Luberon on the botanical trail.

This walk begins with a refreshing stroll along the Aiguebrun, then climbs up to the ridge of the massif via the Petarelle valley. The descent is along a path that passes through the Rocher gorge. The landscapes are splendid and peaceful. Throughout this hike, you will encounter numerous vestiges of a time when this mountain range was a place of life and resources. Best done in spring or autumn.

This walk begins in the undergrowth and involves an almost continuous descent to the Combe du Sautadou, offering a beautiful mix of valley-floor vegetation typical of the Vaucluse heath. You may spot short-toed eagles flying overhead, as they nest on the heights of the Petit Luberon in summer. The cedars are encountered towards the end of the route.

A short but challenging hike in the Bonnieux Cedar Forest.

One of the most beautiful hikes in the Luberon, starting from the Forêt des Cèdres in Bonnieux, allowing you to discover several superb sites such as the Roque des Bancs, the Baume des Résistants and the Grande Arche, while enjoying almost constant splendid views of the South Luberon and the Durance valley. Steep descents and tough climbs require good physical fitness. Please note: from (2) and (3), the trail is closed from March to September (bird protection).

Visit a low peak offering remarkable views of the Lower Durance basin before it joins the Rhône.

A fairly challenging hike on little-used trails in the Petit Luberon. You will admire the Vallon de l'Arc, the Durance valley and pass under the Arche du Portalas, the most beautiful natural arch in the Luberon. There are a few tricky sections: two walls to climb, approximately 6m and 4m high respectively, with good handholds. Please note: a municipal by-law prohibits access between2 and 5 February and from the end of August. Please respect these instructions.

A beautiful circular route that takes you from the Durance valley up to the Luberon ridges and under the impressive Portalas arch, with a very steep descent after the arch.

This easy hike can be enjoyed in any season. The blue of the lavender gives way to the warm tones of autumn or the green colours of spring. Along the route, you will discover hidden drystone shelters or majestic structures built in the middle of fields. You will alternate between small paths in the undergrowth and paths through fields offering magnificent views of the Luberon mountain.

A pleasant route along the Aigue Brun, a tributary of the Durance, which over the years has wound its way between the two Luberon mountains, the Grand to the east and the Petit to the west.

This circuit on the upper slopes of the Luberon leads to the Forêt des Cèdres, then passes at the foot of the Roque des Bancs before descending through the Vallon de Cavède.

An easy walk along a wide DFCI track.

Short path to access Mourre Nègre via the shaded slopes of the northern side of the Luberon.

The Mourre Nègre, the highest point in the Luberon mountain range, offers breathtaking views from its crest, stretching from the Étang de Berre to the Southern Alps and including the Sainte-Victoire and Mont Ventoux peaks. On the way down, passing through the Vallon du Roumi, you can get close to the ruins (currently being restored) of the ancient Château Saint-Pierre and the adjoining chapel of the same name.

This hike takes you to the highest section of the Luberon ridge. 360° panoramic views. The route is often shaded by holm oak forests and some beautiful pine forests, which is pleasant in hot weather. Several open sections offer views to the south or north. This very natural hike is fairly easy, except for the slightly significant elevation gain, but this is intentional, intended for those who are not afraid of a little effort.

A hike on little-known tracks in the districts of Lacoste, Goult and Ménerbes. An overview of nearly ten centuries of history, comprising the chapel, the old abbey and the castle.

A short walk of about an hour. Beautiful views of the Luberon and the villages of Vaucluse.

A lovely walk through the vineyards (and poppies if it's the right season), starting in Rognes, going to the start of the "ridges" and then returning via the Chapelle Saint-Marcelin.

This circuit leads to the top of Mourre Nègre, the highest point in the Luberon (1,115 metres), from the north, via a series of detours. The climb is gradual. Beautiful view from the summit. The descent also offers beautiful panoramic views but requires good footwear on a stony path.

A 2½-hour circular walk above Lambesc. A steady climb through the woods, then along the ridge of the Côtes mountain range, with superb 360° views of the Étang de Berre, the Alpilles, Mont Ventoux, the Luberon, the Alpes du Verdon and Sainte Victoire. Return via the plateau of the hamlet of Janet through vineyards along farm tracks.

The route is flat and located between the Durance and the former gravel pits. This wet and well-shaded area around large bodies of water is ideal for wildlife, including beavers, nutria, herons, swans, cormorants, egrets and ducks. Observation posts have been set up.

A very beautiful walk starting from the pretty little village of Saignon.

This route will take you past Mont Trésor, Cuou de Peyrou, the Marseille Canal and the Sainte-Anne Chapel in Goiron, with beautiful views of the Durance plain, the Luberon, the village of Malemort, etc.

This route is quite challenging as it passes over several ridges of Mont Trésor and the heights of the Plateau de Séze. The slopes are sometimes quite rugged. This area is wild and very quiet, but it offers views over the Durance valley to the Alpilles and the southern mountains of the department. Please note: the elevation gain is closer to 520 metres.