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On the road linking Die to Luc-en-Diois (D93), head towards Sallières and continue to the car park at Valcroissant Abbey
Don’t hesitate to walk right up to the abbey, which is partly hidden by giant chestnut trees, even if the start of the walk takes you against the flow of traffic on the road. Indeed, it is in the morning sun that the abbey is best lit.
(S/E) After admiring the abbey, head back down the tarmac road.
(1) At Pas de la Roche, start climbing by turning left onto a wide track. From time to time, between two hairpin bends, a path cuts across the track. Follow theGR®®95
(2) At Col de l'Abbaye (849m), the crossroads between Valcroissant and Laval-d'Aix, head north-east along a pine-lined path, following the yellow and green markings. You leave theGR®®95
(3) At Col Fauchard (909m), continue straight on following the same markings; the path emerges from the forest to become a balcony path with views over Valcroissant, whilst lying at the foot of the Glandasse rock face.
(4) Cross a beautiful stream and turn left heading north-west.
(5) Reach the highest point of the hike, still on the balcony path, and follow the path heading due north.
(6) At the junction, leave the path coming directly from the Abbey on your left and head right towards the Col du Ménil
(7) At the “4 chemins” junction (1021m), turn left; do not follow the Col du Ménil to begin the descent. (see the option in the Practical Information)
(8) The path widens until it meets a track. You rejoin theGR®®95. Follow it to the right for a quick round trip to the old Serre-Jean farm.
(9) Retrace your steps and follow the wide track to the right back to the car park (S/E).
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