Vaucluse walks

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.

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.

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.

A beautiful round trip leading to the summit and back along the crests.

An exceptional walk for young and old alike! In summer in the amazing coolness of the rock (10 to 15°C difference) and the rest of the year with the risk of walking in the water like adventurers! => Passage through crevices where it is impossible for two people to pass, with large caves to discover! => Dogs are not allowed on this walk. You are entering the Réserve Biologique Domaniale and Réserve naturelle nationale géologique du Luberon. This site is extremely fragile and difficult to access in certain places. Please respect the site (see practical information).

Walk up Vaumale valley along a beautiful trail equipped with climbing aids and then come back down the wilder and less rocky Lioux valley.

The Nesque River gorges and the Saint Michel chapel starting from the Bourget Lake in Monieux.

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.

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.

The route leads up the Véroncle canyon then down the south-facing slopes of the Monts de Vaucluse.

Circuit around Lioux returning through the Madeleine cliffs, with fine views of the Vaucluse ranges.

A short family walk on the heights of Velleron to discover numerous dry-stone terraces in reasonably good condition.

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.

Discover rain water reservoirs carved into rock, which enabled rural life to continue in this waterless area.

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

Discover Thor, located downstream from L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, which benefits from the many sorghums flowing from the resurgence of Fontaine-de-Vaucluse. On one of the few hills in the Comtat Venaissin plain, a little way from the town, stands the Château de Thouzon and, in its lower part, the caves of the same name.

A hike against the backdrop of Mont Ventoux and the Dentelles de Montmirail, taking you through the village of Barroux to admire the castle and the beautiful views of the valley. The walk then continues past Paty lake and chapel.

A superb hike around the Dentelles de Montmirail. This trek will take you through all sides of the Dentelles.

This is a classic hike that can become very difficult in bad weather and when there is water. You are entering the Luberon State Biological Reserve and National Geological Nature Reserve. This site is extremely fragile and difficult to access in some places. Please respect this area. (see practical information).

Starting from the medieval village of Oppède-le-Vieux, this circuit allows you to discover the wild Combrès valley and magnificent views of the surrounding plain.

Circuit on either side of the Sorgue in the footsteps of Vaucluse pastoralism.

This hike on the southern slope of Mont Ventoux, narrow, wooded and always chilly, carved out by capricious waters, leads to a vast panoramic view.

Beautiful climb up the southern slopes of Mont Ventoux from the hamlet of Sainte Colombe 4 km from Bédoin.

A trek between Lagnes and Fontaine-de-Vaucluse on typical Provençal trails.

Discover the paths around Méthamis, the summit of Gacholle and its balcony trails above the exit of the Gorges de la Nesque.

Excellent walk with an amazing uphill trail to "Les Rochers de Baude" leading to the ridges of the "Luberon plateau"

Beaumes-de-Venise, near the Dentelles and discover the Rocher de Rocalinaud.

This loop allows you to discover the villages of Le Beaucet and La Roque-sur-Pernes, built entirely of stone, via beautiful paths and trails.

A lovely little hike around Saumane-de-Vaucluse on typical Provençal trails.

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.

A tour of the countryside around Séguret to discover the Vallon de Prébayon and the ruins of its monastery, then the Notre-Dame d'Aubusson chapel.

The walk starts near Gordes (listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France) and passes through the Véroncle gorge to Murs and its castle. A very pleasant, energetic walk in the ravine of the Véroncle gorges, discovering the remains of old mills from different periods along the way. There are a few ladders and ropes, and an old sluice shaft that cannot be avoided.

An easy route that allows you to discover Châteauneuf-du-Pape, its vineyards and its Rhone side.

Superb cliff-side walk. Views of Les Taillades, Robion and Cavaillon.

The first part of the hike is through the woods, followed by a ridge trail offering superb views of the Rhône valley. At the end of the trail, you will arrive above the fortress.

A beautiful walk in the Grand Luberon with the Mourre Nègre, the highest point of this massif, as your destination.

A demanding route that climbs up to the crests above Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, where you will have unrivalled views.

An easy route on the Albion plateau, allowing you to discover the villages of Saint-Trinit and Aurel, as well as the surrounding lavender fields.

Discover the more or less forgotten trails of the Nesque Gorges.

A beautiful hike with magnificent views of the Durance valley.

Discover beautiful cedars and a stunning viewpoint.

Gigondas is renowned for its vineyards and lace.There are climbing routes for enthusiasts of this sport. The tour of the lace-like rock formations offers a view of the immensity of the vineyards from above.

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

An easy loop (provided the Gorges du Régalon are not flooded!) on beautiful forest trails. Some lovely views of the Durance valley and a taste of the Luberon. You will be entering the Luberon Biological Reserve and National Geological Nature Reserve. This site is extremely fragile. Please respect this place. (see practical information).

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

Discover the vegetation's biodiversity of the Mont Ventoux. From Bedoin, take the road (by car) leading to the Mont Ventoux. Cross the remarkable cedar's forest then the beech forest will appear. Continue (approx. 10km) until you find a car park on the right-hand side. (Jas des Melettes)

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

From the Hermitage of Saint-Gens, this trail climbs back up to the miraculous spring, then winds its way across the plateau along the historic Plague Wall trail and returns via the Combe de Capellan and the holm oak forests of the Monts de Vaucluse.

A short loop to discover these two characteristic rock formations as well as Saint-Christophe's Chapel, which protects the site, taking a less conventional route.

A beautiful, easy hike that takes you to some of the most beautiful sites in the Luberon, including the villages of Gordes and Les Bories and Sénanque Abbey.