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A rollercoaster-like route through the Combes de l’Obscure and de Malaval (or Maraval), then the Vallon du Baume du Chat, on the south-western face of Mont Ventoux. Circular route offering varied scenery, allowing you to see part of the range of landscapes offered by Mont Ventoux. The route is dotted with rock shelters and small caves… all, of course, on stony ground.

Randonnée permettant de parcourir sur la journée l'ensemble des cascades et des particularités des gorges.

Tour des Gorges de la Méouge au départ de Saint-Pierre-Avez en traversant l'intégralité de la crête de la Montage de Saint-Cyr, afin de réaliser un itinéraire un peu plus sportif.

Ascent of Montagne de Lure from Saint-Étienne-les-Orgues. Circular route to the summit via Notre-Dame de Lure and the resort of Lure, covering part of the ridges of Montagne de Lure. This route offers varied landscapes, crossing a beech forest, alpine meadows and dwarf junipers on the ridges, all offering panoramic views of Mont Ventoux and the Albion Plateau, the Southern Alps and the peaks of the Écrins.

A beautiful hike in the Baronnies (Drôme Provençale) starting from Saint-Auban-sur-l'Ouvèze. This route takes you to the little-known summit of La Vanige and along the ridges of the Montagne de la Clavelière. Panoramic views of Mont Ventoux, the Vercors, the Montagne d'Angèle and the Dévoluy massif.

Ascent of Montagne de Lure from Saint-Vincent-sur-Jabron. A beautiful circular route allowing you to reach the summit via the north-facing slope of Lure and its marl, then cross most of the ridges of Montagne de Lure from east to west. Magnificent panorama of the Écrins, the Dévoluy (Plateau de Bure, Grand Ferrand), the Vercors and the Diois.

A challenging hike between the Drôme and Hautes-Alpes departments, taking you to the summit of the Montagne de l’Archier via Le Fourchat and onto the Maraysse ridges. 360° panoramic views over the Rosanais region, from Mont Ventoux in the south to the Dévoluy and the Vercors in the north. Nearby, views of the Vanige, the Clavelière, Raton and Aup mountains.

A ridge hike between the Drôme and Hautes-Alpes, ascending Montagne des Gravières via the Aiguilles de Rémuzat, then crossing the entire length of Montagne du Raton to Col de Pommerol (or Col de la Fromagère). 360° panoramic views of the Rosanais region, from Mont Ventoux in the south to the Dévoluy and the Vercors in the north. Nearby, views of the Montagnes de la Lance and d’Angèle, the Montagne de l’Archier and the 3 Becs.

A very long, challenging circular route around the Montagne de la Lance, easily recognisable by its long, curved shape. A 360° panoramic view from its summit at over 1,300 metres. To the west, a view over the Rhône valley (Tricastin, Donzère wind turbines); to the east, a wilder, more mountainous landscape featuring the Southern Pre-Alps, notably the Montagne d’Angèle and Mont Cougard; also the Diois region with the Trois Becs to the north; and finally, Mont Ventoux and the Dentelles de Montmirail to the south.

A circular route on sometimes demanding terrain, starting from the ridges above Fontaine-de-Vaucluse and ending at the Hermitage of Saint-Gens. Crossing wild valleys and the Vallon de Valescure (arch and karstic cave). Beautiful panoramic views of the Vaucluse mountains and Mont Ventoux.

This is a "hiking-climbing" route along the Voie Gombault and the Marcel Estruch trail on the north-east face of the Sainte-Baume massif. Direct access to the ridges via a vertical route, then a complete crossing of the balcony trail from east to west. Undergrowth, ridges, ledges and cave visits also feature on this aerial route. ⚠️ This hike should not be undertaken between 15 February and 15 July in order to respect the tranquillity of the area and not compromise bird reproduction on the Marcel Estruch trail.

A challenging and demanding route that sometimes straddles the line between hiking and light climbing.The route involves a triple ascent of Sainte-Victoire via the three marked trails to the south-west of the massif: the Black, Green (Forcioli) and finally Yellow trails.Then continue along the ridges to the east, crossing the plateau’s characteristic sharp limestone pavement, to the Brèche du Clapier.(__Please note: see important warning in the description__)

This route takes you around the Marseilleveyre massif via aerial and challenging sections. A few caves dot the route, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Calanques de Marseille. You are in the Calanques National Park, which is subject to specific regulations. Failure to comply with these regulations may result in a fine of up to €1,500.

This is a long hike that takes you around the entire massif. The ascent of the Crête Saint-Amand, crossings of the Grande Montagne (or Grand Travers chain), the Dentelles Sarrasines (south then north faces), the Grand Montmirail and the Clapis are all on the programme. The Chambre du Turc and the Belvédère du Rocher du Midi are also included. Fire hazard and hunting: risk of fines! Make sure you are familiar with the local regulations in the practical information section.

Ascend Mont Ventoux from the south, then cross the north face via theGR®9. Panoramic view of the entire Toulourenc valley from the mountainside.

Circular loop around La Marbrière. A challenging and demanding route, sometimes straddling the line between hiking and light climbing. Route involving a west-to-east traverse of Sainte-Victoire via high-altitude paths and, at times, completely off-trail. Pas de l’Oppidum and Pas du Chat are also on the itinerary. 07/11/2024: Hikes temporarily inaccessible: the black and green routes on Sainte-Victoire are closed by municipal order due to rockfalls. See practical information.

This circular route allows you to climb and cross the entire Crête Saint-Amand, then the Crêtes d'Arfuyen and Crêtes des Gippières. Panoramic views of the Dentelles de Montmirail, Mont Ventoux and Barroux throughout the route. Fire hazard and hunting: risk of fines! Make sure you are familiar with the local regulations in the practical information section.

Circular allowing you to climb the north side of Mont Ventoux, then cross the ridges to Tête de la Grave and reach Col de la Frache further east. Route allowing you to discover the beech forest and cliffs of the north face.

Circular route allowing you to climb Mont Ventoux from the east, following the entire ridge line. A route allowing you to explore the cliffs, scree slopes and beech forest of the north face via theGR®9.

Circular ridge walk in the Jabron valley on the Montagne de Sumiou and on the eastern side of the Montagne de Lure. Pass through the small rock-cut chapel of Saint-Pons on the cliff face. Magnificent views on a clear day of the Écrins, the Dévoluy (Bure plateau), the Vercors and the Diois.

Alternative ascent of Mont Ventoux via the Sommet de la Plate and the Col de Comte. Then cross the ridges from east to west via the Rochers de Cachillan. This route has many poorly marked sections.

Circular route around the Toulourenc Valley, across the ridgelines of the Sommet de la Plate and the Montagne de Bluye, marking the border between the Drôme and the Vaucluse. Panoramic views of the Toulourenc and the north face of Mont Ventoux, as well as Buis-les-Baronnies, Rocher Saint-Julien and the Drôme Provençale.

Situated between the imposing massifs of Mont Ventoux and the Baronnies, the Montagne de Bluye marks the boundary between the departments of Vaucluse and Drôme. Along this route, there are sweeping panoramic views of the surrounding valleys of the Toulourenc and the Ouvèze. The northern face of Mont Ventoux and the Baronnies Provençales mountain range are visible throughout the route.

A physically demanding route, sometimes straddling the line between hiking and climbing. The route involves a west-to-east traverse across the easternmost part of Sainte-Victoire, taking in a few off-trail sections. The route is dotted with numerous caves and cavities, including the Grotte aux Champignons. The Saint Ser black trail is closed by municipal order from 1 February to 15 July each year. The green trail is closed by municipal order between 1 February and 15 July each year (to protect the breeding of birds, butterflies, reptiles, etc.). See practical information.

Overlooking the Champsaur valley and the southern Valgaudemar, the Vieux Chaillol offers a fantastic rocky setting and a dazzling panorama of a large group of mountains: Dévoluy, Vercors and Écrins. The view even extends as far as Mont Ventoux and the Lure mountain. The ascent to the Col de Côte Longue is made from the east, starting from the Champoléon valley. This hike is reserved for experienced and trained mountain hikers.

Situated in the Haute Tarentaise massif, this small lake nestles at the foot of the Rhêmes-Golette glacier. Dominated by the peaks of Grande Sassière (3,747m) and Tsanteleina (3,602m) on the Italian border, this route takes you through a high-mountain landscape, between lakes and glaciers. This hike is reserved for experienced and fit mountain walkers.

1 November 2025: a user reports => this concerns the route between the wps (6), (7), and (8).Geoportal (Biotope protection decrees) (!) WARNING (!) This hike crosses the perimeter of the prefectural decree for the protection of the Plateau de Bure biotope, in which it is STRICTLY FORBIDDEN to leave the marked trails, under penalty of a 4th class fine of €750. For the time being, the agents of the French Office for Biodiversity, responsible for enforcing this decree, are taking a preventive approach, but they will surely soon move on to enforcement. Access to the Plateau de Bure off the beaten track. This alpine hike via the Pas de Paul offers an unusual and wild setting, through devolved steps, vertical corridors marked by large staircases. This variant allows you to reach the westernmost peaks of the Bure plateau, the Tête des Pras Arnaud and the Tête de la Cluse, before the Pic de Bure.

A unique route to the Bure Plateau through the geological features of the Dévoluy massif. This alpine hike offers an unusual route through the Coste Belle Caves, before following the ridges.La Baume Noire adds a highlight to the return route through the Vallon de Corne. This hike is reserved for experienced mountain walkers with a keen sense of direction.

Overlooking the southern Diois region, the Saoû perched syncline, with its main peaks of the Trois Becs (the Veyou, the Signal and Roche Courbe), forms a must-see and much-visited mountain range in the Drôme. However, there are still a few wilder routes featuring steep sections, which are rarely used and require sure-footedness. These routes also allow you to fully enjoy the panoramic views on offer, through the cliffs and other points of interest in this massif.Caution: the section between (6) and (7) is off-trail near rocky outcrops! Please read the route description carefully! Please note: the route passes through a wildlife sanctuary. Certain sections are off-limits between 15 May and 15 July. Specific signage and a diversion from the GR®9 have been put in place to guide walkers; seehere.