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Authon walks
Two days in Les Monges
Visorando Member
13.21 mi
+3,435 ft
-3,432 ft
2 days
Moderate
Departure from Authon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A short but exciting stay in the Montagne des Monges. This mountain separates the valleys of Sisteron (Durance) and Digne (Bléone).
Authon - Clapouse pastures
6.73 mi
+2,559 ft
-623 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Authon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
First stage of a two-day circuit in the Montagne des Monges.
Les Monges and Coste Belle from Authon
8.96 mi
+3,136 ft
-3,136 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Authon (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A beautiful hike that will take you to the easy summit of Les Monges, a magnificent viewpoint with a 360° view.
Crête de Géruen
9.30 mi
+2,247 ft
-2,241 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Le Castellard-Melan (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
The view from the summit is spectacular, with a 360° panorama where only the Monges mountains hide the Oisans. You can see south all the way to the Basse-Provence, passing by the Lure mountain, Mont Ventoux, Dévoluy with the Pic de Bure, the Blanche valley near Digne, and more.
Contrast between the Mediterranean climb facing south and the colder ridge.
Summit of Corbeau from Mélan
7.62 mi
+1,667 ft
-1,667 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Le Castellard-Melan (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A circular route starting from the hamlet of Mélan takes you to the Sommet du Corbeau, where you can enjoy a magnificent view of the Durance valley and the Massif des Monges.
The route alternates between wide tracks, open landscapes and forest passages.
It is not difficult.
Tour of Vieux Mélan
4.68 mi
+1,001 ft
-1,001 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Le Castellard-Melan (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A short walk from the SGDF base in Mélan. This short walk takes you round Vieux Mélan along a forest path, offering a chance to cool off.Please note that some sections require you to pass through gates, which must be closed behind you. There is a water point at the cemetery near the chapel. The first section along the DFCI track is in the sun; the rest is in the shade along the forest path.
The Dromont tour
Association / Club / Walk leader
7.23 mi
+1,581 ft
-1,562 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Geniez (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Hike in the Vanson national forest, with a view of the hills.
Tour of the Roche des Brigands from Auribeau
6.40 mi
+1,299 ft
-1,319 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Hautes-Duyes (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A lovely, fairly easy walk in the Hautes Duyes.
The Jouère ridge via the Château de la Mole
7.01 mi
+2,431 ft
-2,431 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Valavoire (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Starting from the pretty village of Valavoire, enjoy a walk along the ridge with superb 360° views and a visit to the curious site of the Château de la Mole.
Clapouse pastures - Authon
6.46 mi
+879 ft
-2,808 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Barles (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Second stage of the two-day trip to the Montagne des Monges.
Les Monges
9.95 mi
+2,474 ft
-2,461 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Bayons (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A mountain walk through the forest with beautiful autumn colours. Stunning views from the top of Les Monges.
The Crêtes de Vanson
6.27 mi
+1,086 ft
-1,066 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Geniez (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
An easy hike near Saint-Geniez. With beautiful views along the ridges.
Mourre de Gâche
4.90 mi
+1,204 ft
-1,204 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Geniez (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This impressive rocky ridge is visible from Sisteron and the surrounding area. If you dream of climbing it, here is one of the possible routes. It's a fairly easy hike but offers exceptional views of the mountains, the Sasse valley and the Durance river.
Circular route starting from Thoard
6.87 mi
+1,145 ft
-1,178 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Thoard (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
This route climbs above the village of Thoard.The path follows, in part, a track that is passable by 4x4s, so it is quite wide.
Paturage and Barres de Chine
6.86 mi
+2,989 ft
-2,995 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Barles (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
The Monges massif, a place to discover. A festive welcome from the marmots (with a bit of luck, one that lives in the old Chinese hut). A 360° view of all the massifs of the Alpes de Hautes Provence: Estrop, Cloches de Barles, Cheval Blanc.
Easy