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Barret-sur-Méouge walks
Méouge Gorges circular loop via L'Ourse
Visorando Member
7.04 mi
+2,467 ft
-2,464 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Barret-sur-Méouge (Hautes-Alpes)
A very pleasant and wilder alternative, with superb views, is the classic circular route of the Gorges de la Méouge, which avoids the long return journey on roads.
Gorge de la Méouge - Crête Saint-Cyr
13.07 mi
+3,930 ft
-3,914 ft
9h 25
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Pierre-Avez (Hautes-Alpes)
Tour des Gorges de la Méouge au départ de Saint-Pierre-Avez en traversant l'intégralité de la crête de la Montage de Saint-Cyr, afin de réaliser un itinéraire un peu plus sportif.
Summit of La Platte
6.65 mi
+2,625 ft
-2,602 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Pierre-Avez (Hautes-Alpes)
Facing Pic Saint-Cyr, for the curious, there is a summit off the beaten track where you can enjoy a 360° panorama. You can see the Lure mountain, the Buëch valley, the peaks and valleys of the Baronnies Provençales and much more.
Chabre Mountain
4.38 mi
+1,339 ft
-1,339 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Barret-sur-Méouge (Hautes-Alpes)
This is a lovely walk to discover the Montagne de Chabre, which offers beautiful scenery, especially along the ridge. You can see many hang-gliders heading towards Les Espranons.
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.
From Damias to Antonaves
9.66 mi
+2,484 ft
-3,743 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Éourres (Hautes-Alpes)
The fourth stage of the Tour de la Méouge, featuring two ridge walks as a bonus to round off this trek in style. From Chanteduc, you can look back and see much of the route you’ve covered since the start, and from Saint-Cyr, you’ll have a commanding view over the Buech and Durance valleys. In between, the forests are magnificent.
Along the Méouge Gorges with a return via Pierre Grosse
6.50 mi
+2,087 ft
-2,116 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Châteauneuf-de-Chabre (Hautes-Alpes)
Immerse yourself in the refreshing atmosphere of the Méouge Gorges and the forest that covers its southern slopes.Starting from the Roman bridge, this route follows the course of the river via theGRP®® Sud de Buëch-Méouge (Baronnies Provençales Regional Park), then climbs into the woods of Pierre Grosse to overlook the gorges, offering several viewpoints.
Note that some people prefer to do it in the opposite direction so they can finish by cooling off in the Méouge!
The Pic de Saint-Cyr
6.24 mi
+2,533 ft
-2,503 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Antonaves (Hautes-Alpes)
The ascent and descent of this peak take place through the forest, whilst the section between the two follows a stunning ridge route.Note: following reports from several hikers, it is preferable on the return journey to follow the yellow markings indicating the direction of Antonaves.
Antonaves–Méouge circular loop
2.95 mi
+774 ft
-830 ft
2h 00
Moderate
Departure from Antonaves (Hautes-Alpes)
A lovely, fairly varied walk that takes you to the Méouge Gorges from Antonaves. There are plenty of scenic viewpoints along the route.
Tour of the Méouge in the Baronnies Provençales
46.14 mi
+12,037 ft
-12,129 ft
4 days
Difficult
Departure from Antonaves (Hautes-Alpes)
From the magnificent Méouge Gorges to the spectacular Chabre and Saint-Cyr ridges, via the summit of the Chamouse mountain and Provençal villages such as Lachau and Eourres, this walking route around the Méouge allows you to experience the essence of the Baronnies Provençales Regional Nature Park. This little-visited valley alternates between fields of lavender and rocky slopes, Scots pine forests and stunning beech woods, pastoral paths and ridges offering exceptional panoramic views.
From Antonaves to Izon-la-Bruisse via the Méouge Gorges
16.76 mi
+5,105 ft
-3,675 ft
10 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Antonaves (Hautes-Alpes)
The first stage of the Tour de la Méouge gets off to a beautiful start with a complete crossing of the Gorges de la Méouge. It then passes through Barret-sur-Méouge before reaching the Crête de Chabre for a splendid panorama of the Dévoluy, the Écrins and the Ventoux. Then you arrive at the remote hamlet of Izon-la-Bruisse with its spectacular view. It is possible to split the stage in two (recommended in case of high temperatures or bad weather and depending on the level of the participants) by spending the night at the Ferme de l'Ubac, before Barret-sur-Méouge.
Balcon de Sainte-Colombe via the Col de Saint-Ange
6.39 mi
+1,726 ft
-1,722 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Colombe (Hautes-Alpes)
From the village of Sainte-Colombe, nestled against its rock, set off on a varied route to discover magnificent 360° panoramic views.
The balconies of Sainte-Colombe
4.19 mi
+873 ft
-873 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Sainte-Colombe (Hautes-Alpes)
This 6-kilometre walk from the village of Sainte-Colombe (with a single exposed climb of about 1.8 km) offers aerial views of Sainte-Colombe and the surrounding landscapes (Céans valley, Adrech rocks and Dévoluy) along the Chabre ridge via a flat, shaded hillside path.
A variation halfway through is possible to reduce the route to around 4 kilometres.
Montagne de Chabre starting from Sainte-Colombe
5.01 mi
+1,339 ft
-1,312 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Sainte-Colombe (Hautes-Alpes)
A lovely walk along this ridge separating the Céans valley to the north and the Méouge valley to the south.
The Mare and Chanteduc ridges via the summit of Fléossier
10.60 mi
+3,455 ft
-3,438 ft
7h 55
Difficult
Departure from Éourres (Hautes-Alpes)
Éourres is a charming little pedestrian-only village perched on a rocky promontory with a beautiful view of the surrounding mountains. The scene is set! Let’s get going! Ascent of the Montagne de Mare via the Col de Verdun. A long, scenic hike along the ridges before the descent to the Col Saint-Pierre, followed by the climb to the Col de Branche and the Sommet de Fléossier. A long walk along the ridges before the descent to the hamlet of Les Damias and the return through the woods to the starting point.
La Montagne de Mare and Le Pied du Mulet
9.28 mi
+3,100 ft
-3,114 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Éourres (Hautes-Alpes)
A series of 360° panoramic viewpoints all around. Height, views, breathtaking landscapes. Views of the Luberon, Mont Ventoux, the Southern Alps, etc.
Gentle climbs, steep descents.
Rocher Saint Michel in Orpierre
5.27 mi
+1,745 ft
-1,742 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Orpierre (Hautes-Alpes)
A beautiful, fairly shaded walk with plenty of lovely views. The 360° panorama at the summit is remarkable. Everything is very well marked and signposted. Some sections are very steep, especially on the descent.
Summit of Pirivigier - Grand Serre
4.15 mi
+1,030 ft
-1,030 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Châteauneuf-de-Chabre (Hautes-Alpes)
A pleasant walk with no real difficulty, apart from a few steep sections. You’ll enjoy superb views for most of the way. The whole section above Grange Neuve is fairly well signposted.
Orpierre - Trescléoux
5.71 mi
+2,110 ft
-2,270 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Orpierre (Hautes-Alpes)
A short but very pretty stage, especially the second part. The exit from Orpierre, via the heights, is fantastic, thanks to the bird's eye view of the narrow village nestled in the cliffs. After Le Suillet, a beautiful ridge and a memorable passage through the black marl, the GR® passes by the Mont Garde lodge.
Le Suillet at the start of the village of Orpierre
Association / Club / Walk leader
5.47 mi
+2,087 ft
-2,083 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Orpierre (Hautes-Alpes)
This beautiful hike offers lovely views of the Céans and Blaisance valleys and the legendary cliffs of Orpierre, which make this village an exceptional climbing site.
The ruins of Piloubeau on Montagne de Chabre
4.58 mi
+1,165 ft
-1,181 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Châteauneuf-de-Chabre (Hautes-Alpes)
A lovely little walk on the slopes of Montagne de Chabre.
Around Mison Castle
3.58 mi
+328 ft
-302 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Mison (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
A very pleasant, undulating and varied walk, without difficulty and well signposted. You can enjoy beautiful landscapes throughout the route, as well as at the castle.
Saléon Plateau
4.37 mi
+623 ft
-636 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Saléon (Hautes-Alpes)
A pleasant walk with no real difficulty provided the ground is dry. The route offers plenty of variety, taking in the banks of the Céans, the forest and then cultivated fields, whilst offering beautiful scenery. What’s more, everything is very well signposted.
Circular between Laragne-Montéglin and Upaix
7.01 mi
+722 ft
-735 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Laragne-Montéglin (Hautes-Alpes)
A pleasant circular walk that allows you to visit the beautiful hilltop village of Upaix from Laragne. A fairly shaded route that nevertheless offers some very pretty views.
Circular walk between Laragne-Montéglin and Arzeliers
7.70 mi
+978 ft
-955 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Laragne-Montéglin (Hautes-Alpes)
A pleasant circular route that takes you to Arzeliers Castle from Laragne. A fairly shaded route which nevertheless offers some very pretty views.
Trescléoux - Serres
11.13 mi
+3,054 ft
-2,959 ft
7h 45
Moderate
Departure from Trescléoux (Hautes-Alpes)
A grand finale for this revisited Tour des Baronnies. Along the ridges of Aumage and Eyglière, the peaks of Dévoluy and Écrins have never seemed so close. The Buëch Valley stretches out below us, and the 360° views allow us to retrace the path we have travelled over the last seven days: Serre de la Bouisse, Chamouse, Chabre and other peaks emerge on the horizon, bringing back fond memories.
In the Jabron State Forest
11.55 mi
+2,316 ft
-2,326 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Vincent-sur-Jabron (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
The Jabron Valley stretches from west to east, between the Montagne de Mare and the Baronnies Orientales to the north, and the Montagne de Lure to the south. This walk explores the northern slope of the Jabron, starting from the charming village of Saint-Vincent-sur-Jabron. A short, one-kilometre round trip to the Col Saint-Pierre (the highest point) offers views of the Baronnies and the far south of the Hautes-Alpes.
A walk around Jabron
9.43 mi
+1,929 ft
-1,949 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Vincent-sur-Jabron (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
From Saint-Vincent-sur-Jabron, the climb towards the hamlet of Aubard continues along a superb balcony path. The descent into the valley offers views of the summit of Lure and Tréboux. You pass through Vieux Curel. On returning to the plain, you take an old path that leads to the church at Châteauneuf-Miravail. Pass by the Château des Graves and return to Saint-Vincent-sur-Jabron.
Montagne de Lure
18.76 mi
+5,627 ft
-5,627 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Saint-Vincent-sur-Jabron (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Ascent of Montagne de Lure from Saint-Vincent-sur-Jabron. A beautiful circular route allowing you to reach the summit via the north-facing slope of Lure and its marl, then cross most of the ridges of Montagne de Lure from east to west.
Magnificent panorama of the Écrins, the Dévoluy (Plateau de Bure, Grand Ferrand), the Vercors and the Diois.
Balconies of Arzeliers
5.58 mi
+827 ft
-814 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Lazer (Hautes-Alpes)
A lovely walk, offering great variety in terms of scenery and the paths taken, where you are regularly treated to lovely views of the Saint-Genis mountain, the Lure mountain, Lake Lazer with the Ubaye in the background, or the Écrins.
Le Vieux Noyers and the Saint-Claude Chapel
5.42 mi
+1,499 ft
-1,493 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Noyers-sur-Jabron (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence)
Discover Le Vieux Noyers, home to the remains of a 13th-century castle, the ruins of the old village and the Church of Notre-Dame-de-Bethléem et Sainte-Euphémie. A round trip to the Saint-Claude Chapel allows you to pass through other ruins and hamlets that were once attached to the village, and to enjoy a panoramic view of the site and the surrounding peaks.