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Valensole plateau on the Asse side
7.44 mi
+472 ft
-476 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Valensole (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
The Valensole plateau enjoys exceptional light and unique colours that shine particularly brightly in summer: fields of lavender, clary sage, wheat, olive trees and sunflowers against a backdrop of blue mountains attract many photographers.
Moderator's note: route modified on 21/06/2023 at points 4 to 6 to avoid Monroc, which is private property and off-limits despite thePR® sign.
Circular route from Saint-Patrice Chapel, starting from Pierrevert
3.80 mi
+217 ft
-213 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Pierrevert (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A pleasant and varied walk, often shaded, starting from Pierrevert.
Tour of Bois d'Agut, La Tuilière and Pietramal
5.30 mi
+499 ft
-463 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Manosque (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A peaceful walk around three pretty little hills overlooking the Durance valley. Go via the western side, which is more agricultural, with vineyards and olive groves, and return via the eastern side, following the shaded irrigation canal.
The Bellevue circuit via the Margaridètes and the Montaigu dovecote
4.70 mi
+768 ft
-771 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Manosque (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
An easy hike with little elevation gain but great variety: pine forests, holm oak woods, panoramic views of Mont Ventoux, the Montagne de Lure and then the Durance Valley. Ruins, the Montaigu dovecote and modern art at the finish.
