Au somet la pyramide de Cassini walks

This hike will take you across the Siou Blanc plateau. First, head south towards the Impluvium d'Orves, the Pyramide de Cassini and its fabulous view of Mont Caume and the Rade de Toulon, as well as the Grand Cap. Then head north overlooking the Gapeau valley to discover the Arche de la Garoute hidden in the woods of the Morières-Montrieux national forest.

Hike leading to the 784m Cassini Pyramid to discover magnificent landscapes. However, it should be avoided in high winds. In winter, you can see the snow-capped peaks of the Alps.

The Cassini pyramid is the highest point in the Toulon region. This peak was used by the astronomer Cassini to establish cartography using the triangulation method. You will hike on spectacular sharp limestone pavement glaciers in a mineral world. Splendid 360° panorama.

I set off on two hikes taken from Visorando: "Le Revest - Château de Tourris" and "Tourris et la Pyramide de Cassini" before finding this route and suggesting it to you. The beginning of the first hike to the departmental road, then part of the beginning of the second hike. However, at the "Pyramide de Cassini", we discovered a route that does not appear on the maps but which joins the "Chemin des Turcos" in the undergrowth. This is a rugged hike that can be difficult at times.

Hike to the Pyramide de Cassini and Grand Cap Gros, avoiding the noisy and unsightly Fiéraquet quarry. Moderate hike with little elevation gain.

This hike takes you to the Siou Blanc plateau. After passing the quarry, a path through the heath will lead you to a beautiful sheepfold in our region, despite its graffiti. You will enjoy a variety of landscapes and a multitude of scents that change with the seasons. Have a good walk.