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The Lower Verdon Gorges
Visorando Member
6.74 mi
+787 ft
-787 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Quinson (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Wonderful hike through the Lower Verdon Gorges, starting in Quinson.
The Giens peninsula
6.27 mi
+1,178 ft
-1,188 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Hyères (Var)
Beautiful hike around the Giens peninsula by the beach path.
Gorges du Verdon - Sentier Blanc-Martel
8.14 mi
+3,806 ft
-4,245 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from La Palud-sur-Verdon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A beautiful walk up the Verdon by its bed ! A feast for the eyes from start to finish !
⚠️The Sentier Martel is not very difficult for regular walkers, but you have to be careful. However, the trickiest part is the Imbert ladders (6 ladders, 252 steps), which are difficult for hikers prone to vertigo.
The difference in altitude is overestimated. See comments at the bottom of this page
The Tuve bridge, the Siagne Gorges and the Défens woods
5.51 mi
+922 ft
-942 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Montauroux (Var)
A beautiful walk along the Siagne, through the woods, with some lovely surprises in store: the Tuve bridge and its waterfall, a beautiful little beach, numerous ruins that bear witness to a major agricultural activity in the past, and a forest of centuries-old oaks that is nothing short of fairytale forest. In short, it's the perfect tour for nature lovers and those who enjoy a refreshing swim.
Carcés and Caramy Falls
9.10 mi
+650 ft
-653 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Carcès (Var)
This hike will visit the village of Carcés, Carcés Lake and the splendid Caramy Falls. Best in the spring when the water flow is stronger.
You also will take a part of the path of Saint Jacques de Compostela.
The Calanques of Port Miou, Port Pin and En Vau from Cassis
8.25 mi
+2,290 ft
-2,300 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Cassis (Bouches-du-Rhône)
The beauty of the cliffs overlooking the sea.
You are in the Calanques National Park, which is subject to specific regulations. Failure to comply could result in a fine of up to €1,500.
The Port Miou car park is no longer accessible, see reviews
The ochres of Mormoiron
6.40 mi
+797 ft
-784 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Mormoiron (Vaucluse)
Walk between Mormoiron and Villes-sur-Auzon in the footsteps of old quarries that were once used for ochre mining.GPS or the Visorando app are useful for this hike.Moderator's message: You are entering a majestic site. Please respect this sensitive natural area and do not take any samples from the ravines.
On the coastal path in Saint-Tropez
7.48 mi
+361 ft
-344 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Tropez (Var)
A lovely easy walk, most of it by the sea.
The Dentelles tour
6.92 mi
+1,266 ft
-1,293 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Lafare (Vaucluse)
Following the paths that wind through the rows of vines, this tour takes you to the foot of the rocky bars of the Dentelles de Montmirail, finely chiselled against the Provencal sky, with Mont Ventoux as a backdrop.
Risk of fire and hunting: risk of fine! See the practical information section for details of local regulations.
Pointe de l'Observatoire Barthelemy - Cap Roux
6.75 mi
+1,932 ft
-1,919 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Raphaël (Var) (Var)
This is a magnificent hike through the red rocks of Estérel, looking over the blue of the Mediterranean with extraordinary viewing points.
The Circuit of Bauduen
7.07 mi
+1,148 ft
-1,142 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Bauduen (Var)
A very enjoyable loop on the peninsula of Bauduen alongside Lake Sainte Croix.
Le Rocher des Deux Trous (The Rock with Two Holes)
Association / Club / Walk leader
4.30 mi
+827 ft
-804 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Rémy-de-Provence (Bouches-du-Rhône)
At the heart of the Alpilles Regional Nature Reserve, a small easy hike on good paths. The route takes you to the picturesque Rock with Two Holes painted by Van Gogh during his stay in Saint-Paul de Mausole from May 1889 to May 1890. It offers vast panoramic views over the two slopes of the Alpilles. To the south, in clear weather the view stretches to the Mediterranean, to the north over the Montagnette, the Gard, the Mont Ventoux, etc.
The Alpilles ridge
9.62 mi
+1,699 ft
-1,716 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Rémy-de-Provence (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Nice walk between the wild and steep ridge of the Alpilles and the plains of Romanin.
The Gorges de Trévans, via the Chapelle Saint-André
6.16 mi
+1,762 ft
-1,762 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Estoublon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Magnificent gorges, especially in autumn. The climb up to the Chapelle Saint-André is a 2km round trip, but the view from the top is well worth the diversions.
You will pass through the remains of the hamlet of Valbonnette. A little further on, another detour of around a hundred metres, to see the ruins of a house, where a large round pillar has remained in its centre, still with the notches used to fix the wooden beams on two levels.
The Dentelles of Montmirail leaving from Gigondas
4.09 mi
+1,096 ft
-1,089 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Gigondas (Vaucluse)
A hike for everyone. You will find typical Mediterranean vegetation, protected flora and fauna. Equip yourself with good walking shoes and water. Respect nature and the silence (take your rubbish with you). Making fires, picking flowers and wild camping are strictly prohibited. Only follow the waymarking colours mentioned in the description.
Saint-Probace - Caramy Gorges in Tourves
5.18 mi
+899 ft
-869 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Tourves (Var)
A beautiful hike in the hills above Tourves.Remarkable view of the Saint-Maximin plain and the Montagne de la Loube.A wonderful encounter and visit to the Saint-Probace Chapel.
The Canal de Marseille and Aqueduc de Roquefavour
7.50 mi
+525 ft
-531 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Ventabren (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Leaving from Ventabren, a walk in the surrounding hills and then along the Canal de Marseille and ending at the Aqueduc de Roquefavour.
Sainte-Baume
8.26 mi
+1,713 ft
-1,709 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Plan-d'Aups-Sainte-Baume (Var)
Walk along the Sainte-Baume ridge after visiting the Marie-Madeleine cave.
Grotto of Saint Magdalene - Saint-Pilon
3.94 mi
+1,230 ft
-1,217 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Plan-d'Aups-Sainte-Baume (Var)
Religious history and panorama in the Massif de la Sainte-Baume.
The Nesque River gorges from Monieux
5.17 mi
+1,273 ft
-1,266 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Monieux (Vaucluse)
The Nesque River gorges and the Saint Michel chapel starting from the Bourget Lake in Monieux.
Mount Ventoux starting from the Mont Serein cam site
8.38 mi
+2,110 ft
-2,106 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Beaumont-du-Ventoux (Vaucluse)
A beautiful round trip leading to the summit and back along the crests.
Vaumale valley - Lioux valley
7.79 mi
+1,020 ft
-1,020 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Lioux (Vaucluse)
Walk up Vaumale valley along a beautiful trail equipped with climbing aids and then come back down the wilder and less rocky Lioux valley.
Cézanne’s windmill and the Zola dam
4.31 mi
+994 ft
-974 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Le Tholonet (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A lovely walk which includes a chance to see Cézanne’s Windmill, to discover the ancient ruins of the Roman aqueduct and its waterfall and the Zola dam. In the distance you can see Mont Sainte-Victoire.
Mont Vinaigre - The mountain pass route
6.30 mi
+1,106 ft
-1,102 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Fréjus (Var)
This is a short circuit which, at its highest point, offers a panoramic view from Cannes to Fréjus with a view of the sea.
A looping route between Venasque and Le Beaucet
5.55 mi
+1,152 ft
-1,142 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Venasque (Vaucluse)
Discover two magnificent villages, Venasque, listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France, and Le Beaucet, a hilltop village and former fortress, nestling in the shelter of its ruined castle.
The Arfuyen Ridges
9.38 mi
+1,890 ft
-1,896 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Le Barroux (Vaucluse)
Starting from Sainte-Madeleine Abbey at Barroux, this is quite a wild route offering many views over Mont Ventoux, the Dentelles de Montmirail and the surrounding plains.
Côte Bleue, La Redonne
7.86 mi
+1,585 ft
-1,565 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Ensuès-la-Redonne (Bouches-du-Rhône)
To the west of Marseille, the Côte Bleue owes its name to the colour of the sea. The coastal path offers spectacular views of quiet little ports, sunny creeks and secluded beaches. In the distance, Marseille... and above all, the Mediterranean Sea.
The Gorges of Oppedette
3.80 mi
+627 ft
-630 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Oppedette (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A beautiful loop around the Calavon Gorges from the village of Oppedette.
Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat Tower
6.17 mi
+404 ft
-427 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat (Alpes-Maritimes)
A classic of the Maralpine coast, this coastal walk goes around Pointe Sainte-Hospice and Cap-Ferrat. Ideal for a sunny day out of season.
The Caderaou Balcony (le balcon de Caderaou)
7.57 mi
+837 ft
-814 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Mitre-les-Remparts (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A hike along the balcony with superb views of the Etang de Berre (a small inland sea called Lake Berre).
Rocher des Deux Trous, Mont Gaussier and Lac du Peirou via the ladders
5.16 mi
+1,316 ft
-1,309 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Rémy-de-Provence (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Pleasant walk in the Alpilles with magnificent panoramic views in places
Le Saut du Laïre
5.57 mi
+1,240 ft
-1,240 ft
3h 40
Easy
Departure from Orcières (Hautes-Alpes)
Discover the Marmottes de Prapic.
This easy, gentle hike is ideal for all the family. As well as the valley's magnificent scenery, it's also an opportunity to meet marmots almost without fail.
The Véroncle mills
6.21 mi
+991 ft
-994 ft
3h 45
Difficult
Departure from Gordes (Vaucluse)
The route leads up the Véroncle canyon then down the south-facing slopes of the Monts de Vaucluse.
The Aiguilles de Valbelle
8.71 mi
+1,467 ft
-1,447 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Méounes-lès-Montrieux (Var)
This walk takes you through the Aiguilles de Valbelle site, with its rocky peaks rising out of the forest.
Beautiful forest tracks, a few footpaths and the Chartreuse Notre-Dame de Montrieux (which cannot be visited).
La Ciotat and Cap Canaille
7.04 mi
+1,699 ft
-1,716 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from La Ciotat (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A walk exploring the sights of Cap Canaille.
Lioux - The Madeleine cliff
8.02 mi
+1,152 ft
-1,132 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Lioux (Vaucluse)
Circuit around Lioux returning through the Madeleine cliffs, with fine views of the Vaucluse ranges.
Col de la petite Cayolle - Petite Cayolle and Garrets lakes
6.15 mi
+1,686 ft
-1,660 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Uvernet-Fours (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A beautiful day's hike. Varied landscapes, snowfields, scree, lakes, marmots, chamois, everything you need to have a good time.
Please note that you will be hiking in the heart of the Mercantour National Park. Be sure to comply with the regulations in force.
From Plage de l'Argentière to Plage de Cabasson
9.95 mi
+390 ft
-387 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from La Londe-les-Maures (Var)
Superb out-and-back coastal hike on the sentier du littoral between La Londe-les-Maures and Brégançon. Many beaches along the way.
The Muéron Cave and the Blavet Gorges in Bagnols-en-Forêt
3.90 mi
+646 ft
-630 ft
2h 20
Moderate
Departure from Bagnols-en-Forêt (Var)
A walk in an exceptional location, discovering the Blavet Gorges and the Mueron Cave, inhabited during the Bronze Age.Ideal in summer and mid-season, avoid periods of heavy rain.
The Méouge Gorges
7.43 mi
+1,936 ft
-1,932 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Châteauneuf-de-Chabre (Hautes-Alpes)
Hiking through gorges is always a pleasure, and in the Méouge Gorges, it is a real delight.
Lac Sainte-Anne tour
7.19 mi
+2,526 ft
-2,533 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Ceillac (Hautes-Alpes)
A place of pilgrimage on 26 July on the feast day of Anne, this lake at the foot of the Col Girardin is an obligatory stop-off point for pilgrims on the famous GR®5.
Tour and ascent of Gros Cerveau Ollioules
5.75 mi
+1,191 ft
-1,178 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Ollioules (Var)
A beautiful hike in the hills above Ollioules and Sanary, off the beaten track. Exceptional views of the coastline from La Ciotat to Porquerolles, and inland from La Cadière-d'Azur to Le Revest, the Sainte-Baume mountain range and the Ollioules gorges.The hike alternates between shaded sections in the Mediterranean scrub and sunny sections on the limestone rocks of the La Colle massif.See important notes in Practical Information.
The Clars Waterfall via the Ubac de Brainée and the Montagne des Louquiers
7.52 mi
+1,768 ft
-1,745 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Escragnolles (Alpes-Maritimes)
A superb hike in the Grasse hinterland. On the agenda: megaliths, magnificent views of the entire coast (on a clear day) and, to finish, a superb waterfall in an exceptional setting.
The cliffs and ridges above Mouriès
7.33 mi
+623 ft
-607 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Mouriès (Bouches-du-Rhône)
A pretty hike in this area of the Alpilles to discover the white cliffs of "Caisses de Jean Jean", the "Caisses de Servanne," the Castellas ridges and its viewpoints, and a walk along Servanne golf course in Mouriès.
The Tour des Opies- the Eyguières Alpilles
9.95 mi
+1,348 ft
-1,348 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Eyguières (Bouches-du-Rhône)
Hiking in the Alpilles, starting from the Eyguières bullring.
A quiet start among olive trees and cicadas at the foot of the Opies.
You'll discover the old Romanière sheep pens.
The ascent starts on a beautiful path through the maquis and ends with a little climb to finish at the Tour de Guet where a magnificent 360° view awaits you.
You can also visit the vestiges of Villa Gallo Romaine.
La Londe - Dolmen de Gaoutabry (Gauttobry) - Le Rouay de la Cabre
6.82 mi
+682 ft
-669 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from La Londe-les-Maures (Var)
This loop hike in the Maures mountains includes a visit to the Gauttobry dolmen, a listed monument.
Superb view of the Hyères salt marshes.
Lac de Trécolpas and return via the Refuge de la Cougourde
6.95 mi
+2,293 ft
-2,290 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-Vésubie (Alpes-Maritimes)
This is a fine route with the beautiful Lac de Trécolpas at the foot of the Pas des Ladres.
Please note that following storm Alex, the start of the hike on the right bank is no longer possible and must therefore be made on the left bank.
On the heights of Velleron
3.52 mi
+394 ft
-387 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Velleron (Vaucluse)
A short family walk on the heights of Velleron to discover numerous dry-stone terraces in reasonably good condition.
On the trail of Manon des Sources - Le Mémorial de Signes
9.55 mi
+797 ft
-810 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Signes (Var)
On this walk you'll discover some of the locations used to film Manon des Sources and Jean de Florette (1986): the Grotte de Mounoï cave, the dried-up stream and the Villa Renard - the hunchback's house.
This route will also let you discover the Vallon des Martyrs, with its monument commemorating resistance fighters executed by the SS in 1944. All along the walk you'll experience incredible Provence landscapes and the Sainte-Baume.
Discovering the Saint-Mandrier peninsula
5.06 mi
+873 ft
-869 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Mandrier-sur-Mer (Var)
A beautiful walk around the Saint-Mandrier peninsula. The coastal path takes you from the Pointe de Marégau to the beaches of La Coudoulière and Cavalas. Then discover the picturesque little port of Saint-Mandrier. The route ends with a return trip through the countryside. Some urban sections.
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